Donna Maso, LCSW

Donna Maso is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 31 years of experience. She supports people dealing with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, and anger. She also addresses issues that often come with life transitions such as aging, caregiving strain, blended family challenges, and end-of-life planning.

Her background includes work across many settings. She has provided outpatient, inpatient, transitional, and crisis services. She has experience in schools, correctional settings, hospice and long-term care facilities, and agencies that serve children, parents, and survivors of abuse.

In sessions she focuses on concrete steps people can use right away. She draws on client-centered listening to understand what matters most. She uses cognitive behavioral strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Skills from dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness help with strong emotions and impulsivity.

Donna has worked with people across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. She has particular experience with caregivers, people facing family conflict, and those coping with chronic or terminal illness. She also has experience supporting people after domestic violence and those dealing with infidelity and separation.

Her style is practical and goal-oriented. Sessions look at current problems, identify manageable changes, and build moment-to-moment coping skills. People who want straightforward guidance about relationships, grief, parenting, or managing intense feelings may find this approach useful.

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