Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Donna Johnson, LCSW
New York
Licensed clinical social worker - mood and addiction care
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 086291
- NPI
- 1568793222
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Donna supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- LGBT concerns
About Donna
Donna Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 40 years of practice. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and struggles with self-esteem. Her work also addresses issues related to loneliness, impulsivity, caregiver strain, and questions about life purpose.
Donna uses straightforward conversation to identify what is getting in the way day to day. She talks through mood patterns, coping habits, and practical steps that can reduce overwhelm. Sessions often include strategies to rebuild routines, manage urges, and improve how people talk to themselves.
She brings a long history of working with LGBTQ+ clients and people facing isolation. Humor is part of her toolkit when it fits the client - it can break tension and open a different perspective on problems. She also discusses biological factors such as dopamine and serotonin in plain terms to help people understand how behavior and mood interact.
Donna pays attention to the demands of caregiving, work pressure, and life transitions. She will help someone sort priorities and try manageable changes rather than offering big, abstract plans. That practical focus is aimed at improving daily functioning and emotional steadiness.
Her practice emphasizes learning skills for emotion regulation, handling cravings or compulsive behaviors, and repairing the small habits that affect mood. People who want clear, experienced guidance about day-to-day emotional struggles often seek her out.
BHow sessions work
Approaches that translate to remote work
Donna often explains evidence-based techniques in everyday terms. One commonly used approach looks at behavior and mood together, helping people change small habits and routines to lift mood and reduce anxiety. This helps with depression, low motivation, and caregiving overload.A second common element is skills-based work for impulse control and addiction-related urges. That involves concrete strategies for managing cravings, setting short goals, and planning safer responses to triggers so cravings have less power in daily life.
Choosing the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that make sense for their situation, and adjust the plan if something does not fit. Clients help decide what feels useful and practical.
The practical benefits of remote sessions include fitting conversations into a busy week and reducing travel time. Remote work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, maintain continuity during life transitions, and keep therapy going while balancing work and caregiving. Because the original biography did not list specific session formats, confirm the available online options before booking so the chosen arrangement matches daily needs.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
Donna works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, addictions, and related concerns such as loneliness, impulsivity, caregiver stress, and life purpose.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is practical and conversational, focusing on daily routines, coping skills, and behavioral strategies that can reduce distress and improve mood.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 40 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Is she licensed to practice in New York?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered to international clients, and she conducts work in English for clients outside the U.S.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are held.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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