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Donna Gensler, LSCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Donna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Donna. View 32 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Kansas, Missouri, and 4 more

Recent reviews

She’s very level headed and helpful.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is excellent and she has helped me work through many issues, I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Donna

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LSCSW, LCSW, LIMHP

I have spent the last 25 years of my profession working in the child welfare system. The experience I have gained has been invaluable. I have had the privilege of working with clients in many different areas, and have learned a great deal about other cultures, socioeconomic status, and the challenges disenfranchised people have faced. I have also worked with countless families who are at an impasse on how to parent effectively in today’s world and be a healthy and communicative family system.

This experience has allowed me to learn how to be creative in providing evidence based interventions for depression, anxiety, ADHD, other emotions that come from life stressors and past trauma. My goal is to help you achieve your goals and be as emotionally and mentally healthy as you can be….to be the best version of yourself! Together we will develop a goal of what the version looks like to you. I will be there to support you along your journey and provide honest and supportive feedback.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Depression Addictions Relationship issues Grief Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Blended family issues Codependency Communication problems Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family problems Forgiveness Impulsivity Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Donna Gensler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194880575.

  • LSCSW · Kansas · 3586 · Expires August 2025
  • LCSW · Missouri · 2021002471 · Expires September 2026
  • LIMHP · Nebraska · 3013 · Expires September 2026
  • LCSW · Texas · 109106 · Expires July 2026
  • LSCSW · Arizona · 21033 · Expires November 2024
  • LCSW · Nevada · 11553-C · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Donna Gensler

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

32 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Helpful Listens Easy Recommend Easy to talk Grateful Support Anxiety

She’s very level headed and helpful.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is excellent and she has helped me work through many issues, I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed September 2024

Donna is very responsive to my need to explain and discuss how I feel. She interjects with helpful comments and guidance. She's very easy to talk to. I appreciate the follow-up texts she sends me on related topics. She's a great therapist.

Reviewed June 2024

I love having Donna has my therapist, she listens and provides me with different types of ways to handle anxiety, stress, self confidence, situations at work like communication.

Reviewed May 2024

I actually look forward to my sessions with Donna, she's opened my eyes to different aspects that I've never thought about. This is my first time having a therapist and I'm so glad I have Donna. I would definitely recommend her.

Reviewed January 2024

I appreciate Donna’s kindness and support. She’s like taking to a trusted friend.

Reviewed November 2023

Donna has been a huge help giving me tools to work through my marriage and messaging me in a very timely manner! I am so grateful to have her support me and guide me during confusing times.

Reviewed November 2023

Donna is great. She was my first experience into therapy and she made it very enjoyable!

Reviewed May 2023

Donna is very personable and easy to talk with, she listens and help one evaluate the issue being discussed. She also provides additional insight and methods to do at home between sessions to help you recognize and shift your reactions to a more constructive response.

Reviewed March 2023

Donna is an outstanding listener. Her advice and strategies to manage stress are effective and evidence based.

Reviewed January 2023

Donna has helped me in so many ways it is impossible to list them all. She is insightful, compassionate, understanding and easy to talk to! She immefistrr we Lu gets to the bird if the problem without judgment… just caring! I always look forward to out sessions!

Reviewed January 2023

Donna is the best!

Reviewed December 2022

Donna is very in tune to my needs & offers alternative to dealing with my anxiety & setting boundaries

Reviewed September 2022

Donna has been a great help to me. She listens, counsels, offers helpful suggestions and, in general, assists me in making changes that help me alleviate my problems or cope with them in a way that makes my life happier!

Reviewed September 2022

Love it!

Reviewed September 2022

Donna has been such a blessing to work with. She has created a safe space for me to share my inner most thoughts, even when they aren’t totally appropriate, and shows no judgement but rather validates that it’s okay to feel things. She’s helped me so much in learning how to be a better partner in my relationship as we’ve gone through new phases. And has helped me to be kinder to myself as I’ve been going through my own personal journey. She’s patient, warm, and simply listens without feeling obligated to fill the space unnecessarily. I highly recommend working with her!

Reviewed August 2022

Donna seems fantastic, but I need a weekly session and a more timely response!

Reviewed June 2022

Donna keeps it simple and keeps me on a steady, achievable pace. She’s very easy to talk to and I look forward to meeting with her each time.

Reviewed March 2022

she sends me things to calm down, during the week when she knows i have stuff going on. she really has helped me. i love her! she is one of the best therapists i have had!

Reviewed March 2022

Donna provides thought-provoking guidance with a calm demeanor. She offers great support on my mental health journey.

Reviewed February 2022

Donna did a great job of listening to my needs and responding supportively.

Reviewed February 2022

What I love most about working with Donna is her availability via email. She is very responsive and sends articles and resources between sessions.

Reviewed January 2022

Donna is a fantastic listener and has provided me with some really practical ways to take charge of my mental health and well-being.

Reviewed December 2021

Awesome love her

Reviewed November 2021

Donna was instrumental in helping me get through a major transition in my life. She was approachable, helpful, and supportive. She helped me reflect and figure out some relationship dynamics in my life and how to move forward with them in healthy, practical ways. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2021

I've inundated Donna with a lot of information in a short period of time, and she has kept up with me on a daily basis, which I'm very grateful for! I'm a basket case, and she has kept me on the straight and narrow, which I'm also grateful for. I like the format of BetterHelp, and I think I'll be sticking around for at least another month after my first month ends. It's something I look forward to on a daily basis.

Reviewed November 2021

Donna has been very helpful. She’s an attentive listener. She offers practical feedback that has been extremely beneficial. She is knowledgeable and is thorough in following up and checking in. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

Reviewed August 2021

Donna listens to me and provides validation. She helps me sort through what I'm dealing with. I feel comfortable talking to her.

Reviewed August 2021

She’s Awesome

Reviewed August 2021

Donna is a marvelous help - such a listening ear, someone I can really talk to without fear of judgment.

Reviewed July 2021

Donna is extremely kind and compassionate. She's willing to talk about things that many people are uncomfortable with sharing and expanding upon, and she does it with tact. I love that she laughs with me, and her personality shows through in her work.

Reviewed July 2021

I have only had one session so far but left that session with some hope which is something I haven’t felt lately.

Reviewed May 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Donna Gensler offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Donna Gensler works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Donna Gensler speak?

Donna Gensler speaks English.

How many years of experience does Donna Gensler have?

Donna Gensler has 20 years of experience.

Where is Donna Gensler licensed to practice?

Donna Gensler is licensed to practice in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Texas, Arizona, and Nevada.

Does Donna Gensler accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Donna Gensler accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Donna Gensler offer?

Donna Gensler offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Donna Gensler?

Donna Gensler can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Donna Gensler?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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