She is AMAZING
Donna Jeane Pappas, LCMHC
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Donna. View 4 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
Recent reviews
Donna is a compassionate therapist who provides excellent guidance. She is very pragmatic and I appreciate having concrete strategies to try to use. She does this in a non judge mental and caring way. And she is clear that these are suggestions or guiding thoughts but ultimately up to the client to decide how to proceed and which strategies are a good fit. She is helping me cope with my husbands Alzheimer's Disease in very huge ways.
More about Donna
- 32 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC
I bring elements of counselor, therapist, and life coach to my practice, helping my clients discover and design life they want to live. How do you go about achieving your personal possibility? Perhaps you are seeking change, whether for self, current circumstances, seeking new directions or navigating life transitions . I will explore with you what brings meaning, relevance and purpose to your life. Happiness is not necessarily a destination but something you can work to create amongst every day ups and downs and even with significant life challenges. I am energized by guiding and supporting clients in creating their well lived life.
As a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina for over 32 years, my professional experience has been diverse and varied. The thread throughout my counseling career is gain perspective (both of self and those around you) and growing from life challenges. I have worked with individuals and families coping with major health issues and life threatening illnesses, along with helping clients through the grieving process of a significant life loss. Through the years clients come with various issues (developmental milestones-college new career, retirement, relationship, parenting, adult child/older parents). In today's world there are may stressors that can enter our life. I see my role is to provide new tools and along with helping the client look at what has worked previously. This creates strategies for problem solving and enhancing your daily life experience.
My therapy approach combines elements of positive psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, solution focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy . Most important in working with you, I want to understand your strengths, values and your vision of your best self and your life.
My priority is to meet you where you are with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I want to understand your concerns and specific needs, along with how you think I can best help you. Then we can work together to develop a treatment plan and goals.
It begins with taking steps forward. I am here to partner with you to support, equip and empower you as you take your steps.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Donna Jeane Pappas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578725164.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 833 · Expires June 2026
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 Jeane Pappas
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is AMAZING
Donna is a compassionate therapist who provides excellent guidance. She is very pragmatic and I appreciate having concrete strategies to try to use. She does this in a non judge mental and caring way. And she is clear that these are suggestions or guiding thoughts but ultimately up to the client to decide how to proceed and which strategies are a good fit. She is helping me cope with my husbands Alzheimer's Disease in very huge ways.
DJ was excellent - her ability to hold a space for difficult conversations, ask insightful and helpful questions and provide warmth and a lack of judgement really helped me to relax and unpack the issues that had brought me to BetterHelp. I feel like a different (much happier and lighter!) person after therapy with her. Thank you DJ!
My time with Donna Pappas (DJ) has been wonderful so far! Every session with her has been enlightening, and she has helped to both support and guide me through a difficult time. She creates a safe space for me to process what I am going through, and adapts to my needs.
Frequently asked questions
Does Donna Jeane Pappas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Donna Jeane Pappas 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 Jeane Pappas speak?
Donna Jeane Pappas speaks English.
How many years of experience does Donna Jeane Pappas have?
Donna Jeane Pappas has 32 years of experience.
Where is Donna Jeane Pappas licensed to practice?
Donna Jeane Pappas is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Donna Jeane Pappas accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Donna Jeane Pappas 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 Jeane Pappas offer?
Donna Jeane Pappas offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Donna Jeane Pappas?
Donna Jeane Pappas 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 Jeane Pappas?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.