Donald Rindfuss , LCSW

Donald Rindfuss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master's degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. He brings a collaborative, values-focused approach to therapy, helping people navigate addictions, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Drawing on clinical methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices, he blends practical skills with reflective work to support change and resilience.

Over a long career Donald has worked extensively with people experiencing addiction, homelessness, and the unique challenges faced by veterans. His experience includes work in inpatient drug rehabilitation and many years at the Veterans Administration addressing PTSD and readjustment issues. He describes his style as laid back and calming, and he incorporates meditation and breath-based practices informed by his background to help manage anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma.

Donald has dedicated much of his work to helping others find a values-based, meaningful life. He is mostly retired and is not accepting new clients. Historically he preferred early mornings, late afternoons, and evenings for appointments, and could sometimes accommodate later times with advance notice. He brings 15 years of professional experience to his practice and communicates in English.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Donald often blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices when working with people online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clients to clarify their values and take committed action toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - a useful approach for navigating life changes, anxiety, and persistent stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to reduce symptoms and change unhelpful patterns - often applied to depression, anxiety, and coping skills. Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention and awareness exercises that help reduce reactivity and increase present-moment focus, supporting work with grief, trauma, and stress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Donald works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time so therapy remains practical and personally meaningful. He aims to help clients build skills they can use in everyday life.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make scheduling more flexible and easier to fit into busy lives. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer continuity of care across distances and time zones, giving people more ways to engage in consistent therapeutic work without sacrificing accessibility or convenience.