Martha McDonald, MAEd, LPCC
My name is Martha McDonald and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have a Master of Education in Clinical Counseling from Malone University and I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA).
I have experience in counseling children (4+), adolescents, adults, and families. My approach to therapy, often called eclectic or holistic, is to combine treatment models that allow my clients to gain knowledge and understanding of their experiences in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I then assist my clients in learning practical coping skills and methods to empower and enrich their lives. Some of my training also allows me to help my clients go beyond coping and move towards healing the psychological wounds and trauma impacting their current lives.
I have experience helping clients and their families with a variety of struggles, including, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, multiple addiction disorders including substance use, porn, gambling and stimulation (electronics), trauma/stressor-related disorders including childhood neglect, abuse, veteran and first responder issues, childhood specific disorders and parenting skill needs. I also help clients with issues such as codependency, shame, learning healthy boundaries and assertiveness, managing perfectionism, and conflict resolution in relationships. I became a therapist to help heal the hurts of others. I have found, though, that the most wondrous part of being a therapist is seeing clients build the skills to heal themselves.