LaDonna Putman, MS, LMHC, SUDP, Credentialed Minister
I am passionate about helping individuals find healing, hope, and restoration through life’s most difficult seasons. I began my career as a Substance Use Counselor in 2008 and transitioned into the mental health field in 2018. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people navigating trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
My approach to counseling integrates evidence-based practices with a compassionate and faith-informed perspective for those who desire it. I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Seeking Safety, and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT).
As both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Credentialed Minister, I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—while creating a safe and supportive space where healing can begin. My goal is to help clients discover their inner strength, build resilience, and move toward lasting change.
Your first session is a time for us to get to know one another and begin building a foundation of trust and safety. We’ll talk about what has brought you to counseling, what you hope to gain from therapy, and any goals you’d like to work toward. I’ll ask some background questions to better understand your story, experiences, and current challenges, but there’s no pressure to share more than you feel comfortable with.
This session is also your opportunity to ask questions about the counseling process and to get a sense of how I work. Together, we’ll begin identifying what approaches may best support your healing—whether that includes practical coping strategies, trauma-focused work, or faith-based integration if you desire. My goal is to ensure you feel heard, respected, and supported as we start this journey toward hope and wholeness.
