Deanna MacDonald , LCPC

Deanna MacDonald is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois with more than a decade of experience in the mental health field and seven years providing individual therapy. As an LCPC she holds a clinical counseling license that authorizes her to assess and treat a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, body image struggles, and challenges with self-esteem, offering practical skills alongside emotional support.

Deanna emphasizes a collaborative style of care, partnering with each person to identify goals and develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs. She approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she encourages clients to recognize the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life. Deanna aims to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore patterns, build coping strategies, and strengthen self-awareness.

Whether someone is coping with mood concerns, relationship issues, or life transitions, Deanna focuses on clear, client-centered work that balances evidence-informed techniques with empathy. She looks forward to supporting motivated individuals as they take steps toward greater well-being and meaningful change.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Care

Deanna often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide online work. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values - it can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. CBT targets the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, teaching practical skills to reduce unhelpful patterns and manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Deanna works with clients to explore which strategies fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, adjusting the plan as progress is made and needs evolve.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from familiar surroundings. Licensed professionals can adapt interventions for each format so clients can work toward meaningful change in a way that fits their life.