- CBT and client-centered
- Mindfulness practices
- Solution-focused steps
About Donald
Donald Albright Jr. is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 23 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, grief, depression, career questions, and coping with life changes. He also lists support for LGBT concerns and intimacy-related struggles.
He takes a straightforward, person-focused approach. Sessions center on what a client wants to change. He listens to the problem, then works with the client to set clear goals. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to guide practical steps and conversation.
Donald uses mindfulness skills and solution-focused techniques when they fit the situation. That can mean short, focused exercises to manage strong feelings. It can also mean looking for small, concrete changes a person can try between sessions.
His work includes attention to family and relationship patterns without assuming those systems are the client's sessions. He notes experience with blended family issues, fatherhood topics, communication problems, divorce and separation, and infidelity. He also lists concerns like hoarding, money and financial issues, narcissism, and midlife questions.
Sessions aim to identify what triggers unhelpful reactions and what steps reduce them. Donald emphasizes practical strategies a person can use day to day. He encourages action linked to the client's stated goals and follows progress over time.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's agenda. Online sessions let a therapist and client talk through what matters most, set goals, and check progress in regular appointments. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into patterns of thought and behavior. In online work this often means identifying triggers, practicing new responses, and assigning short exercises to try between sessions.The right approach is something to decide together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on how the client responds. That collaborative process helps pick techniques that fit a person's pace and needs rather than assuming a single method from the start.
The practical benefit of virtual work is fitting sessions into everyday life. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online visits can make it easier to schedule during a work break, avoid travel time, or use shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists can suggest between-session exercises and track progress without requiring in-person attendance.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, plus self-esteem, grief, career and related life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centered style and collaborative goal-setting. Sessions focus on practical steps and conversations that match the client's priorities.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of issues.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Will he see clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.