Donda Goodson

Donda Goodson is a licensed counselor who helps people facing life changes, stress, anxiety, grief, and problems with mood or behavior. She brings a calm, practical approach to sessions and focuses on helping clients find ways to manage daily struggles. Donda uses clear methods so people can try new skills between appointments and notice real differences in day-to-day life.

She earned an undergraduate degree from Auburn University in Vocational Rehabilitation and a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Donda holds the Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor credentials and has been practicing since 1992, giving her over three decades of experience in community mental health and private practice.

Her work has included people across a wide age range and with many concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and stress-related issues, addiction and recovery, ADHD and autism spectrum concerns, anger, and bipolar symptoms. She also supports parents who feel overwhelmed and those coping with loss or major life shifts.

In sessions she draws from client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral approaches, which means conversations focus on the person in front of her and on learning concrete strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness, acceptance-based ideas, and some dialectical skills are also part of the toolbox she uses when helpful.

People who choose Donda can expect straightforward discussion of goals, practical homework between sessions, and a steady emphasis on skills that fit everyday life. Those interested in starting are invited to review options and schedule a match through the site tools.

Approaches that translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then pick actions that match their values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so the client can guide what changes matter most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and lift mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust plans based on what works. This means sessions focus on the client’s needs and prefered ways of working rather than a fixed technique.

The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and allow practice of skills in everyday settings. It also lets people use mindfulness and behavioral exercises between meetings so therapy connects directly to daily life.