About

Donald "Bo" Hardy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and National Board Certification. He brings ten years of professional experience and has worked in a solo practice since 2022. His background combines clinical training with earlier careers in education and music.

For eight years he worked with a nonprofit organization supporting adults and students with disabilities to develop interpersonal skills for the workplace. He has led both group and individual work and taught social skills classes in local schools. Prior to counseling he completed bachelor and master degrees in instrumental music education and continues to enjoy playing and teaching music.

Hardy’s clinical interests include ADHD, stress and anxiety, depression, parenting and fatherhood concerns, anger, relationship and family issues, grief and trauma, addictions, and career challenges. He is an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider and emphasizes goal setting, overall wellness, and the role of movement and nutrition in mental health. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored and practical steps toward improvement can be identified.

Location:
Alabama, United States
Years Experience:
10
Gender:
Male
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coaching, Attachment issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Hearing impaired, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Visually impaired, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: AL LPC LPC03819, AZ LPC LPC-21917
  • NPI Number: 1902361512
  • License: LPC (Alabama), LPC (Arizona)

Remote sessions using evidence-informed techniques

Online sessions with Donald "Bo" Hardy make use of well-defined therapeutic approaches adapted for video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is presented in straightforward, skills-focused ways to help clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior and to build step-by-step strategies for change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is offered to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can be practiced between sessions. Attachment-Based work examines how early relationship patterns shape present-day connections and communication. This approach can suit clients who wish to explore recurring relational themes while also learning concrete skills. Hardy frames the work collaboratively: clients and therapist set goals together and select techniques from these approaches that match the client’s needs and pace. Communication options include live video, scheduled phone sessions, live chat, and ongoing text-based messaging to support continuity between meetings.

What is Donald Hardy's professional experience?

He has ten years of professional experience, including eight years working with a nonprofit to support adults and students with disabilities, and has maintained a solo practice since 2022.

What credentials and licenses does he hold?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details include AL LPC LPC03819 and AZ LPC LPC-21917. He is also a National Board Certified Counselor.

Which languages does he use in sessions?

Sessions are conducted in English.

Where is he located?

He is based in Alabama.

How can clients work with him remotely?

Clients may connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and preferences.

Does he accept international clients?

This profile indicates he is not accepting international clients.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are needed to get started?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to initiate the intake and matching process.