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Donny Simpson

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Hi, I’m Donny Simpson, LMFT.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. I hold a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Cal State Fullerton.

In addition to my therapy work, I bring a strong background in child welfare, having served as a Child Welfare Social Worker and currently managing Social Workers within Children and Family Services. This experience gives me unique insight into complex family dynamics, reunification, and adoption-related challenges.

I work with clients facing a wide range of concerns, including:

-Anxiety and depression
-Stress management and work-related stress
-Relationship, marital, and family issues
-LGBTQ+ identity and life challenges
-Families involved in the Child Welfare system

My therapeutic style is laidback, conversational, and collaborative. I strive to create a judgment-free space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering. While our work together will be goal-oriented, I also believe in creating space for reflection and personal insight.

I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, tailoring each session to meet your individual needs. Clients often tell me that I’m easy to talk to and that our sessions feel both meaningful and approachable.

Whether you’re navigating a tough transition or simply want to grow, I look forward to walking alongside you on this journey.

Years Experience: 6
Location: California, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1649602210
Credentials: CA LMFT 114365
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LMFT (California) #114365 exp 2027-07-31
List of Specialties: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger, Career, Depression, Coping with life changes, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Male therapist, Gay, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Donny Simpson

Practical, compassionate therapy in California
  • Couples and families
  • LGBTQ+ affirming
  • Addiction support

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About

Donny Simpson is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in California with six years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a range of life challenges.

He earned a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy from Grand Canyon University and a bachelor’s degree in human services from California State University, Fullerton. His professional background includes work as a Child Welfare Social Worker and a current role managing social workers within Children and Family Services, experience that informs his understanding of complex family dynamics, reunification, and adoption-related concerns.

Donny works with people facing concerns such as addictions, LGBTQ+ identity and related life challenges, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, depression, and coping with life changes. His approach is laidback, conversational, and collaborative, aiming to create a judgment-free space that feels supportive and empowering. While therapy is goal-oriented, he also makes room for reflection and personal insight.

He primarily draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy, adapting each session to the individual’s needs. Donny strives to make sessions approachable and meaningful, and he looks forward to walking alongside clients who are navigating transitions or seeking personal growth.

Location: California, United States
Years Experience: 6
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 114365
  • NPI Number: 1649602210
  • License: LMFT (California) #114365 exp 2027-07-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people want to know whether online therapy can truly help. For a range of common concerns – such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or managing life transitions – online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person counseling for most situations.

One major advantage of remote care is flexibility. Individuals can connect in the format that fits their life and comfort level, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This makes it easier to attend sessions regularly and integrate therapy into a busy schedule.

All participating clinicians are licensed professionals, and clients may switch therapists if they decide a different fit would be better. For many people, online therapy offers a practical, effective option for addressing everyday mental health and relationship concerns while maintaining continuity of care.

How much experience does Donny Simpson have?

Donny Simpson has six years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Donny Simpson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Donny Simpson is licensed in California as a marriage and family therapist, CA LMFT 114365.

In which languages does Donny Simpson provide therapy?

Donny Simpson provides therapy in English.

Where is Donny Simpson located?

Donny Simpson is located in California.

How can I work with Donny Simpson as my therapist?

You can work with Donny Simpson by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Donny Simpson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Donny Simpson. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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