Donda Goodson, LMHC, LPC

Donda Goodson is a licensed counselor in Alabama who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction challenges, and parenting frustrations. She brings a practical, steady approach and focuses on clear steps people can use between sessions. Clients hear straightforward guidance and strategies they can try right away.

She trained in rehabilitation counseling and has worked in mental health agencies and private practice for many years. That experience includes supporting people with ADHD, autism spectrum concerns, trauma and stress-related disorders, and those working to maintain sobriety. She has also helped people with anger, obsessive-compulsive struggles, bipolar mood concerns, and coping with life changes.

Her work emphasizes client-centered conversations paired with cognitive behavioral techniques. Sessions typically involve identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavior changes. She also uses elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness to build practical skills for daily life.

Donda draws on three decades of experience to tailor an approach to each person’s needs. She listens for what matters most, then crafts simple, achievable goals. Progress is measured by clearer thinking, better coping skills, and more effective routines.

People who choose her often want a mix of empathetic listening and concrete tools. She aims to make therapy understandable and usable on busy days. Her background and steady style are designed to help people move forward when life feels overwhelming.

CBT, ACT, and Client-Centered Work Online

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and managing mood swings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult feelings without getting stuck and clarify what matters most, which can be useful for grief, chronic stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes listening and collaboration, giving people space to set their own goals while the therapist offers support and reflection.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, daily challenges, and preferences, then suggest which methods to try first. Over time the plan can shift based on what helps most, and sessions mix practical exercises with reflective conversation.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video is useful for in-depth work and visual connection. Phone sessions can require less bandwidth and suit quick check-ins. Live chat or text works well for brief support, homework prompts, or when typing feels easier. These options make therapy more flexible for people balancing work, family, or health demands.