- Years in practice
- 30
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- South Carolina
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Parenting issues
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Donna
Donna Rudd is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina with over 30 years of experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, anger, and the ups and downs of parenting. Donna focuses on practical, everyday steps that help clients feel steadier and more capable.
She spent many years in schools as a classroom teacher, special education resource teacher, and guidance counselor.
Background and approach
That background shaped how she listens and responds to real-life problems. Sessions are guided by each person’s specific needs and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. Donna draws on client-centered methods to build trust and safety in the conversation.
She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Mindfulness tools and motivational interviewing are available when someone wants practical ways to manage stress and increase motivation. Her approach is straightforward and respectful.
She aims to help people identify small, useful changes they can try between sessions. Donna emphasizes collaboration, helping clients set realistic goals and track progress over time. Clients often come for help with parenting concerns, coping with life transitions, panic symptoms, women's issues, and finding direction in young adulthood.
She frames therapy as a guided process where the client’s priorities lead the way.
What Donna works with
Everything Donna lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Donna helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Donna lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Donna’s Methods Translate to Online Care
Donna often uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening and following the client's lead. That approach helps clients set their own goals and feel understood during sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; it suits problems like anxiety, panic symptoms, and low mood because it breaks issues into manageable steps.Finding the right method is part of the work. Donna treats the choice of approach as a shared decision. She will talk with clients about what feels most helpful, then tailor techniques to their goals and preferences as therapy continues.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video is useful for deeper, face-to-face conversation while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging can fit quick check-ins, brief coaching, or times when writing out thoughts feels easier. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy parenting schedules and varied daily routines.
Questions people ask about Donna
What kinds of concerns does Donna help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD-related focus issues, anger, trauma and parenting challenges. Additional focus areas include life purpose, panic attacks, women’s issues, and young adult concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Donna uses a client-centered style that follows each person’s goals. She combines cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to create practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Donna has over 30 years of professional experience, including many years working in school settings as a teacher and guidance counselor.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in South Carolina and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist’s availability.
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