Donald Owen, LPC - Therapist in Michigan

Stress and anxiety
Anger management
Trauma recovery

About Donald

Donald Owen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 25 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, anger, and related struggles such as addictions and sleep or eating problems. He also helps people navigating parenting strain, relationship and intimacy concerns, and major life changes.

His approach is straightforward and practical. He listens, asks clear questions, and helps clients name the patterns that cause repeated problems. Sessions focus on skills people can use between meetings as well as talking through what is happening right now.

Donald adapts the work to each person rather than following one fixed method. He balances problem-solving with attention to how past experiences influence current behavior. That can include addressing attachment or abandonment themes when they show up in a client's story.

He brings long experience treating a wide range of issues, from bipolar mood concerns and ADHD to caregiver stress and chronic illness. He pays attention to everyday effects like trouble sleeping, low self-esteem, or difficulty concentrating at work. Practical steps and steady pacing are central to his practice.

People who contact him typically complete an initial questionnaire and schedule a first session to see how the fit feels. Donald works in English and gives straightforward guidance about next steps and options for ongoing sessions.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Donald uses evidence-based techniques that focus on practical skills and understanding patterns. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches breathing, grounding, and behavior strategies to manage strong emotions and reduce reactivity. This kind of work helps with anger, anxiety, and everyday stress by giving clear steps to use when tensions rise.

Another frequent focus is exploring past experiences and attachment patterns to see how they shape current responses. This involves talking through recurring themes, noticing triggers, and trying new responses in a gradual way. That kind of work can help with trauma, relationship problems, and feelings of abandonment or low self-esteem.

Choosing the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will discuss goals, try approaches, and adjust the plan based on what helps. The focus is on finding usable tools and ways of working that fit the person's needs and schedule.

If you plan to use online sessions, confirm the specific session formats offered before booking. Many people find online work helps them fit therapy into a busy week, reduces travel time, and makes scheduling easier. It can also allow shorter check-ins when that works better for a break at work or for reducing screen time during a longer day.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability CodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problems Control issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity InfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / loneliness JealousyLife purposeMen's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Experience

25+ years

Listed in

Michigan

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, anger, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and related problems such as sleep or eating troubles.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a practical, question-based style that focuses on skills and problem solving alongside exploring how past experiences affect current behavior.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on a wide range of concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and practices from that location.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.