Gwen Donley
LPC guiding growth through collaborative care for anxiety and relationships
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About
Gwen Donley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 12 years of clinical experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her work addresses stress and anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self esteem, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on issues such as abandonment, communication problems, control struggles, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and workplace challenges.
Her academic background includes a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling, together with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Graduate Certification in Health Promotions. She held a certification in substance abuse counseling for seven years. In addition to clinical training, she served 24 years in the United States Air Force, an experience that shaped her appreciation for working with people from many backgrounds.
Using a collaborative approach, she aims to help clients target ineffective behaviors, habits, and cognitive distortions while meeting them where they are. Her practice emphasizes helping people connect with inner strength, build healthier relationships, and move toward personal goals with increased courage and confidence.
Her academic background includes a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling, together with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Graduate Certification in Health Promotions. She held a certification in substance abuse counseling for seven years. In addition to clinical training, she served 24 years in the United States Air Force, an experience that shaped her appreciation for working with people from many backgrounds.
Using a collaborative approach, she aims to help clients target ineffective behaviors, habits, and cognitive distortions while meeting them where they are. Her practice emphasizes helping people connect with inner strength, build healthier relationships, and move toward personal goals with increased courage and confidence.
- Location:
- Missouri, United States
- Years Experience:
- 12
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MO LPC 2024003430
- NPI Number: 1528811015
- License: LPC (Missouri)
Online sessions using a collaborative, behavior-focused approach
Gwen uses a collaborative style that invites clients to participate actively in setting goals and shaping the direction of their work together. This approach is aimed at creating a shared plan for addressing presenting concerns and adjusting strategies as needed. It is designed for people who want a therapist who partners with them in exploring patterns and practical steps forward.
A central element of her work is targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and cognitive distortions. In accessible language she helps clients identify unhelpful thinking and routine responses, then practices alternatives to support clearer decision making and healthier interpersonal interaction. This focus can be combined with attention to relationship dynamics, self esteem, and coping during life changes.
Gwen offers remote sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in synchronous and asynchronous communication methods while working through the topics most relevant to their lives.
What is Gwen Donley’s clinical experience?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with families, children, adolescents, and adults on concerns including depression, stress, anxiety, relationships, PTSD, and abuse.
What credentials and licensure does she hold?
Gwen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license is listed as MO LPC 2024003430.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English as indicated on the profile.
Where is Gwen based?
She is located in Missouri.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Clients may connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to the communication options listed.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile states she does not accept international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.