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Makayla Macdonald

Therapist(she/her)
8 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

As a counselor my goal is to center the client, their relationships, and their lived experience. Life can bring challenges and events that create obstacles to health and growth. Counseling allows a space for processing and navigating barriers and experiences that hold us back. I aim to work alongside you, to offer empathy, encouragement, and empowerment to support your autonomy and movement towards your personal goals.

My approach to therapy

I specialize in existential therapy utilizing a liberation psychology approach. I use a person-centered approach, EMDR, and expressive art techniques when working with clients from a variety of identities and mental health struggles.

What you can expect from me

When life feels heavy, overwhelming, exhausting, or out of control, counseling can offer relief. I am honored to be able to be on your journey with you towards healing. Please reach out if you need some support and when you do, take the time to recognize and honor within yourself the strength it took to take such a huge step.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Missouri State University, Bachelor of Science at Missouri State University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Missouri)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gestalt, Humanistic, Play, Art Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    205 Park Central East Ste 318 Suite 318
    Springfield, MO 65806