Donald Holland, LMFT

Donald Holland is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 40 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, ADHD, self-esteem struggles, and depression. He also supports those dealing with eating or sleeping problems, parenting strain, and identity questions related to LGBT issues.

In sessions he creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about painful memories and current struggles. He uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies so clients can start making small changes right away. He encourages clients to set clear goals and to track progress between meetings.

Donald draws on several established approaches to fit different needs. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and tolerate difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thinking and change behaviors. Attachment-based methods are used to look at patterns that affect relationships and closeness.

He has long experience helping people recover from substance use and behavioral addictions, including alcohol, drugs, and sexual or porn-related problems. He also has a background supporting people with trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum concerns, and challenges tied to adoption, abandonment, or caregiving stress.

Clients can expect direct, respectful guidance and practical tools to manage symptoms and regain a sense of control. Donald encourages questions and works at the client’s pace while focusing on realistic steps toward better day-to-day functioning.

Approaches that translate well to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people name what matters most and take small steps toward those values while learning to live with uncomfortable thoughts or feelings. It’s often used for anxiety, depression, and issues around addiction and avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and changing behavior patterns one step at a time, which can help with anxiety, mood, and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at recurring patterns in close relationships and how early experiences shape current reactions; it can help people who struggle with trust, abandonment concerns, or bonding difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that match your needs and preferences. Sessions can blend techniques over time so clients learn practical skills and new ways of relating to emotions and others.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, cutting travel time and allowing appointments around work or caregiving. It can also let people choose shorter check-ins when needed or use video when a more connected conversation helps. Licensed professionals increasingly use these flexible arrangements to help clients practice skills between meetings and maintain steady progress.