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Dr. Donna Bredrup, LCPC

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Donna. View 4 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois and Michigan

Recent reviews

Dr. Bredrup is warm, knowledgeable and a great counselor. I really value our sessions together

Reviewed July 2021

Dr. Bredrup is wonderful to work with! She’s been so compassionate and helpful during a very stressful time in my life. Exactly what I needed!

Reviewed February 2021

More about Donna

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCPC, LPC

My approach goes beyond simply diagnosing and treating pathology to using therapy as a tool to help people grow. The therapeutic relationship we develop together as we explore the circumstance that brings you to therapy supports the change you desire.

Loss is an underlying reason many of my clients seek counseling. Some have lost a part of who they were before overwhelming life events occurred. Some are helping professionals who give so much in their work or life they are experiencing traumatic stress, compassion fatigue, burnout, or vicarious trauma. Others have experienced an unexpected traumatic loss of a loved one to suicide, homicide, or sudden death.

Students preparing for a career in social work, counseling, or psychology who want to understand the value of participating in their own therapy before attempting to serve others are welcome.

My credentials include a Doctor of Clinical Social Work (DSW), a Masters in Clinical Psychology, and a Bachelor of Education. My experience as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) draws from over twenty years working in private practice, a community mental health center, and as a supervising administrator for counseling and social work in schools where I led many crisis response efforts serving students and staff. My therapeutic work in traumatic grief and loss is informed by both professional and personal experience.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Depression Coaching ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Family of origin issues First responder issues Hospice and end-of-life counseling Life purpose Midlife crisis Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Donna Bredrup's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902970833.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180005131 · Expires March 2025
  • LPC · Michigan · 6401019651 · Expires August 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 Dr. Donna Bredrup

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

Overall rating:

5.0

4 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Knowledgeable Supportive Warm Excellent Great Thoughtful Wonderful

Dr. Bredrup is warm, knowledgeable and a great counselor. I really value our sessions together

Reviewed July 2021

Dr. Bredrup is wonderful to work with! She’s been so compassionate and helpful during a very stressful time in my life. Exactly what I needed!

Reviewed February 2021

Dr. Bredrup is an excellent therapist. She is knowledgeable, supportive, and warm. I look forward to continuing to work with her

Reviewed January 2021

Working with Dr. Bredrup has been very helpful for me, she is very supportive and gives me thoughtful feedback. I was skeptical of online counseling, but I feel like I am getting the care I need through BetterHelp.

Reviewed December 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Donna Bredrup offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Donna Bredrup 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 Dr. Donna Bredrup speak?

Dr. Donna Bredrup speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Donna Bredrup have?

Dr. Donna Bredrup has 20 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Donna Bredrup licensed to practice?

Dr. Donna Bredrup is licensed to practice in Illinois and Michigan.

Does Dr. Donna Bredrup accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Donna Bredrup 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 Dr. Donna Bredrup offer?

Dr. Donna Bredrup offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Donna Bredrup?

Dr. Donna Bredrup 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 Dr. Donna Bredrup?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.