- Client-centered approach
- Practical coping tools
- Trauma informed support
About Donna
Donna Kaufman, LCSW, helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, and the aftermath of trauma or abuse. She also supports those dealing with self-esteem, motivation, eating and addiction concerns, and the challenges of parenting and major life changes. Donna works from New York and brings 14 years of practical experience to her practice.
Her approach centers on listening first. She aims to build an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about hard feelings and confusing situations. Donna uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person’s lead and prioritize what matters most to them.
She combines that person-focused stance with tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and try new actions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills and Narrative Therapy methods are also part of her work when they fit a person’s goals.
Sessions focus on clear, useful steps rather than jargon. Donna helps people set manageable goals, practice new ways of coping, and find small shifts that build momentum over time. She meets each person where they are and adjusts pacing to match their needs.
If someone is unsure where to start, Donna guides the conversation toward immediate concerns and practical next steps. Her style is supportive, direct, and grounded in everyday problems and solutions.
How these approaches can work online
Client-Centered Therapy places attention on the person’s experience and priorities. It means the conversation follows what matters most to the client, with the therapist reflecting and clarifying to help people feel heard. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on noticing painful thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values, which can help with anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and introduces practical exercises to test new ways of responding to problems.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which methods fit best based on the client’s goals, preferences, and how they respond in early sessions. That means plans can shift over time if something else seems more helpful.
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuity when life events make in-person meetings harder. Talk with the therapist about how to arrange sessions that fit daily routines and goals.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Donna address?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, eating concerns, parenting, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her work is person-centered and practical. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space and combines listening with concrete tools to help people move forward.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
She has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life concerns in clinical settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
Donna is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients book sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.