Donna Armstrong
LPC
Compassionate counselor for trauma and eating concerns
- Holistic focus
- Practical steps
- Evidence based
About Donna
She helps people address trauma and abuse and long-standing patterns that affect relationships and self-worth. Eating concerns and body-image struggles are part of her practice, along with depression and intimacy-related issues. Donna also offers coaching for professionals who want clearer goals and better work-life balance.
Her approach treats the person, not just the problem. Sessions often focus on understanding what has happened, identifying unhelpful patterns, and practicing new ways of coping. She encourages clients to build on strengths they already have and to try small experiments between sessions.
Donna is licensed in Texas and Arizona and has worked in community and educational settings. Her background includes work related to domestic violence and community education, which informs how she addresses safety and relationship concerns. She uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people feel more connected to themselves and others.
People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation and a focus on practical next steps. Donna frames progress as a series of small, achievable changes. She invites clients to take the next step when they feel ready.
How evidence-based approaches guide online work
Donna uses several evidence-based techniques to address symptoms and improve daily functioning. One approach focuses on processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional hold by gently working through the events and current triggers; this helps people who struggle with post-traumatic stress or ongoing flashbacks. Another approach centers on skills for managing mood and anxiety, teaching clear strategies for panic, worry, and low mood so clients can use them when stress rises.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Donna treats this as a collaborative process where goals, preferences, and real-life needs shape which techniques to try. She checks in about what is helping and adjusts plans so sessions match what a person needs at the moment.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time so appointments can happen during a lunch break or between tasks. Licensed professionals can help people apply therapeutic skills in everyday contexts, which supports steady progress even when life is full.
License and NPI
| LPC | Texas · No. 67098 |
|---|---|
| LPC | Arizona · No. LPC-23969 |
| NPI | 1700497633 |
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Texas, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Donna address?
She works with trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, depression, and coaching for professionals. Additional focuses include body image, guilt and shame, and social anxiety.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Donna takes a holistic, straightforward approach that emphasizes strengths and practical steps. Sessions focus on understanding patterns and trying small changes between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of professional experience and has worked in community and educational settings, including roles related to domestic violence and community education.
Where is she licensed and based?
Donna is licensed in Texas and Arizona and practices from Texas as her listed location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist scheduling; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.