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- Grief and loss
- Self esteem
- Depression care
About Dana
LICSW in Massachusetts with 10 years of experience, Dana Donovan helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. She focuses on practical coping strategies and emotional processing. Dana works with individuals who are looking for steady, evidence-informed support during difficult periods.
Dana begins by listening to what matters most to the person in the room. She uses approaches based on research to teach concrete skills for managing worry and mood. Sessions include talking through recent events, identifying helpful behavior changes, and practicing ways to reduce distress between meetings.
When grief or loss is happening, she helps people name their reactions and find ways to carry what’s important forward. For stress and anxiety, she emphasizes short-term strategies you can try right away, alongside longer-term patterns to work on. For low self-esteem and depression, she focuses on small steps that rebuild confidence and routine.
Dana describes her method as collaborative. She checks in about what’s working and adjusts plans as needed. People can expect a mix of skill-building, reflective talk, and practical planning tailored to their day-to-day life.
She practices in Massachusetts and conducts sessions in English. Getting started typically means completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling an initial appointment. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
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How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Many of the evidence-based techniques Dana uses focus on skills training and guided discussion. One common approach teaches short-term coping tools such as breathing, grounding, and behavioral activation to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. These are practical steps a person can try between sessions to manage mood and energy.Another emphasis is on grief work that names emotions and organizes memories. This involves structured conversations that let people process loss at a manageable pace and plan ways to carry meaningful parts of the relationship forward. Both methods aim to produce clear, testable steps rather than vague goals.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Dana collaborates with each person to decide which techniques suit their goals and daily life. She adjusts methods over time based on feedback and how well the strategies fit the client's needs.
If you want online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking. The main practical benefit is fitting therapy into a busy life - sessions can make it easier to meet around work, caregiving, or travel. Phone or lower-bandwidth options can shorten check-ins, while video sessions allow visual interaction when helpful. Ask about formats when you start the matching process so sessions can be arranged to suit your schedule.
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Areas of expertise
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She blends listening with skill building and regular check-ins about progress.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of clinical experience working with adults on mood and life transition issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an MA and is a LICSW practicing in Massachusetts.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.