Deanna MacDonald , LCPC

Deanna MacDonald is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois who brings more than a decade of professional experience in the mental health field and seven years of direct work providing individual therapy. As an LCPC she holds a state credential to provide counseling and psychotherapy, and she applies that training to help people manage symptoms of anxiety and depression while addressing related concerns such as stress, body image, and self-esteem struggles.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect - she works alongside each person to identify goals and develop a treatment plan tailored to their circumstances. Deanna treats clients with sensitivity and compassion, acknowledging that seeking change requires courage and practical support. She focuses on building strategies that fit daily life and supports clients through transitions, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and other difficulties that affect mood and functioning.

Deanna aims to create a respectful therapeutic partnership that clarifies priorities and monitors progress. She welcomes the opportunity to work together to develop a plan that addresses each client’s unique needs and helps them move toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Deanna integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life. ACT focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying the behaviors that matter most, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT offers practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, panic, mood concerns, and stress by teaching skills that can be applied between sessions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are employed when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, or interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns. DBT provides concrete strategies for handling intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Deanna works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She views treatment planning as a team effort and adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Deanna is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or during busy days while maintaining continuity of care and consistent therapeutic work.