Provided clear guidance and real talk when I needed it most.
Donlarae Richardson, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Donlarae is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Donlarae. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Georgia, North Carolina, and 1 more
Recent reviews
I always look forward to my conversations with Don. He has provided me with a positive space which has helped me sort through all my disorganized thoughts and negative feelings. His sessions have helped me immensely. Sidebar - he also has great taste in movies and TV.
More about Donlarae
- 8 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Everyone has a story to tell—stories that will not only engage, inform, surprise, delight, and impact their audience, but ones that will also create opportunities for change. I am the conduit for that process. I am an LCSW with 5 years’ experience in counseling at-risk-juveniles and families to include direct practice experience with service members in a military setting. Coordinated and documented clinical case management and psychosocial services and documented the overall effectiveness of the case management services provided. Excellent client evaluation skills and the ability to locate and promote appropriate community services for clients. Proven ability to quickly establish excellent working relationships with clients. Recognized by colleagues for creative problem-solving skills, and astute contributions to treatment team meetings.
Areas of expertise:
Anger Management
Anxiety Disorders
Child or Adolescent Issues
Depression
Loss or Grief
Mood Disorders
Relationship and Marriage Counseling
Stress
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Donlarae Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386139509.
- LCSW · Georgia · CSW006991 · Expires September 2026
- LCSW · North Carolina · C011856 · Expires October 2026
- LCSW · Idaho · LCSW-44745 · Expires April 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Donlarae Richardson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Provided clear guidance and real talk when I needed it most.
I always look forward to my conversations with Don. He has provided me with a positive space which has helped me sort through all my disorganized thoughts and negative feelings. His sessions have helped me immensely. Sidebar - he also has great taste in movies and TV.
I knew I needed counselling but was dreading it. Don has made the experience so much better than I could have imagined.
He has been so helpful and honest to me. The most REAL therapist I’ve ever had!
Don is absolutely amazing! He gives me the ability to see things from another perspective and really say the things I know OUT LOUD to myself! He has really become a great helper in my life and I am eternally grateful.
I really enjoyed my session with Donlarae. He said a lot of things I knew but that I needed to hear and did it in a professional manner. I felt a lot better about my problems after talking to him for an hour.
A lighthouse that is bringing me safely into port in the middle of a hurricane. He has given me much needed coping skills in a time of intense grief. I can not say enough good things. I have been to numerous counselors over the course of many years and this is how counseling should be done.
Only one phone call in, and it made me feel like someone was actually in my corner and willing to help and listen and work with me. I have felt so utterly alone for the past few years. Talking for just one hour made me realize how much that has affected me. I truly appreciate Donlarae's positive attitude and continual support.
He is very helping and respectful and makes me feel comfortable to talk to
He is wonderful. Very grateful.
Frequently asked questions
Does Donlarae Richardson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Donlarae Richardson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Donlarae Richardson speak?
Donlarae Richardson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Donlarae Richardson have?
Donlarae Richardson has 8 years of experience.
Where is Donlarae Richardson licensed to practice?
Donlarae Richardson is licensed to practice in Georgia, North Carolina, and Idaho.
Does Donlarae Richardson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Donlarae Richardson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Donlarae Richardson offer?
Donlarae Richardson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Donlarae Richardson?
Donlarae Richardson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Donlarae Richardson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.