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Donna Ray, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Donna 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 Donna. View 30 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey and New York

Recent reviews

Donna is kind, caring and extremely insightful.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is intuitive, available, knowledgeable, gentle, caring but firm when needed. I am thankful to God that Donna specifically came into my life when she did. I know she is here with me on this journey and will help me and strengthen me as I walk the path I am on right now. I already feel better in my own body and mind. I did not know how it would feel to do this as a televisit and not in person and was concerned it would feel impersonal; however, it is working. I am thankful to Donna.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Donna

  • 35 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 30 years, working mostly in New York and New Jersey. My specialty practice is working with adults 18yrs and older coping with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and ADHD. Sometimes individuals have had traumatic experiences from early childhood or adulthood that impact coping with daily living. I provide psychotherapy for individuals who have had traumatic experiences that are impacting their relationships, managing emotional moods swings, or misusing drugs and alcohol. At this time I am not working with minors for individual Telehealth Services, however, I can provide parenting skills strategies for parents seeking guidance for the management of behavioral issues impacting the parent / child relationship.

My therapeutic approach is solution focused and client centered, with compassion and respect for the client. I believe that each person is the expert of their own experiences and future goals, so I take a collaborative and non-judgmental approach, being open to feedback. Through out my years of experience and training I have developed an eclectic "tool box" of interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Treatment, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, and Psycho-dynamic psychotherapy treatments.

I understand that the first most important step is finding a therapist that instills a sense of confidence, trust, and warm regard. I look forward to talking with you and to answer any questions you may have about my approach to see if we are a good fit. Thank you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Bipolar disorder Depression Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes ADHD Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Donna Ray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568527851.

  • LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC05574300 · Expires August 2026
  • LCSW · New York · 044256 · Expires July 2027

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 Donna Ray

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

30 reviews

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Donna is kind, caring and extremely insightful.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is intuitive, available, knowledgeable, gentle, caring but firm when needed. I am thankful to God that Donna specifically came into my life when she did. I know she is here with me on this journey and will help me and strengthen me as I walk the path I am on right now. I already feel better in my own body and mind. I did not know how it would feel to do this as a televisit and not in person and was concerned it would feel impersonal; however, it is working. I am thankful to Donna.

Reviewed September 2024

Donna is exceptional-she has helped me change my life for the better. She is intuitive, insightful and amazing!

Reviewed June 2024

Donna knows exactly when to listen and when to jump in with insights and offer tools to help me navigate difficult situations and dynamics. She has helped me develop healthier relationship habits and boundaries. I see the results in how I feel about myself and in my relationships. It's taken me a while to find the right therapist, but Donna is the one for me.

Reviewed May 2024

So far, I feel comfortable communicating with Donna. She is very insightful and beyond helpful. I am looking forward to having more sessions with her!

Reviewed December 2023

Donna is kind and has the ability to get to the heart of the matter.

Reviewed December 2023

Donna Ray creates a therapeutic environment that responds to who you are as a patient and what you're hoping to get out of therapy. She's a fantastic listener - able to tune in to what's going on with you - and then finds ways to offer tools and strategies for self care and personal growth that don't feel forced or cheesy. I look forward to meeting with Donna, whether it's to vent about something specific from the day, or to unpack deeper issues that are hard to talk about. That's not always been the case with other therapists. Donna is a stand-out mental health provider and I feel fortunate to have found her.

Reviewed November 2023

Very attentive. Frequently checks in between appointments and very responsive. A great listener.

Reviewed August 2023

It has been extremely helpful

Reviewed July 2023

Donna Ray is compassionate and incisive, and knows when to listen versus provide feedback. I was skeptical about online therapy and she really makes it feel like you’re right there in the room with her. She helps me get perspective and have the tools to navigate life with in a healthier way. I’m grateful to have found her!

Reviewed June 2023

She helps you process your thoughts and puts them in perspective. Which helps acknowledge your true feelings.

Reviewed April 2023

I love Donna. She's been such a help but also someone who has felt like a friend I've had for most of the pandemic

Reviewed November 2022

Donna, Thank you for everything. I felt so much support and care from you in our sessions. You really made me take huge steps into improving myself. You really gave me the extra push to get the help I need. I know our sessions were limited and short, and so you may not have seen any immediate improvements, but I just want to let you know that you done so much great things for me despite that. You made me feel safe in these sessions and made me understand that it is okay to be vulnerable with my therapist. I was always scared of seeing any therapist, but I'm not anymore. Thank you for all the helpful advice as well. Wish you the best!

Reviewed September 2022

One of the best therapists I have had. She has created a safe space for me and I can talk to her about everything from childhood trauma, grieving my parents, work related boundaries and relationships

Reviewed August 2022

Donna is amazing, she is very thoughtful and overwhelmingly helpful. I would recommend her to anyone. Very easy to talk to as well as effective at her approach.

Reviewed July 2022

Amazing therapist; kind, warm and she’s right there with you in the moment. Sound advice and has a way of looking at things-giving perspective-that takes me out of my head and back into the real world.

Reviewed April 2022

From when I first started with Donna until now, through her help, I have turned into a different person entirely. Her understanding of my mental cocktail and insight into how my actions are altered is second to none, and her advise and counseling have been spot-on and easily doable. I'm seriously going to miss her. I honestly wish she could stay my therapist! I don't want to say goodbye tomorrow! Makes me tear up just thinking about it ;-;

Reviewed November 2021

In the short time I have been working with Donna I already know I have made the right decision to come to therapy. She listens very well and guides me to a better thought process. I highly recommend Donna.

Reviewed September 2021

Donna is incredibly skilled with her therapy sessions and has gone far past my expectations for the service. I could not be happier with Donna or say enough good things about her and her sessions.

Reviewed August 2021

Donna is a kind person, as well as a good listener.

Reviewed August 2021

I love Donna. I have had other therapists but she’s been a much better match for meet than them. I deal with anxiety and she reminds me when I’m slacking on my therapy in a way that does not trigger me.

Reviewed July 2021

Donna is a true professional who understands people and their concerns and leans into listening and guiding them to resolve their issues in a respectful and intuitive manner. She will provide questions for you to dig deeper or ponder along with guiding material to explore further.

Reviewed July 2021

Calm, kind, professional and helpful. What else can you ask for in a therapist? I feel incredibly fortunate to have been paired with Donna through better help. She has already helped me tremendously and I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed April 2021

I really like speaking with Donna. She listens my issues, remembers issues I’ve been dealing with and is always offering my coping methods and ways to grow. She also reminds me to schedule appointments when I forget.

Reviewed March 2021

Donna is a great counselor. She listened to my issues without judgement and showed that she genuinely cared about me and that I was getting the proper help I needed. I find myself a more mindful, calmer person thanks to her. You know I appreciate all your help these past few months.

Reviewed February 2021

Donna is an awesome councilor.

Reviewed September 2020

Honestly cared about me and I wasn’t just another client in the books. She was genuinely there for me especially in times of need. Overall great experience and I’m so sad I have to find someone new.

Reviewed September 2020

Donna Ray is quite nice and understanding as a therapist. She is kind and quite forward. There are times where I feel as though she might rely too heavily on the worksheets she provided me although they have been quite beneficial as tools in my recent life. Despite that I feel as though she is genuinely making efforts to help her patients.

Reviewed August 2020

Donna is amazing! She listens without judgement and offers great insight into my concerns. I look forward to our sessions together

Reviewed July 2020

Donna is amazing and makes me feel extremely comfortable and safe. Thank you Donna

Reviewed June 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Donna Ray offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Donna Ray 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 Donna Ray speak?

Donna Ray speaks English.

How many years of experience does Donna Ray have?

Donna Ray has 35 years of experience.

Where is Donna Ray licensed to practice?

Donna Ray is licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York.

Does Donna Ray accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Donna Ray 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 Donna Ray offer?

Donna Ray offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Donna Ray?

Donna Ray 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 Donna Ray?

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