- Thoughts and habits
- Relationship communication
- Addiction recovery support
About Donald
Donald Holland is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in North Carolina with 40 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, ADHD, relationship concerns, parenting strain, sleep and eating issues, and low self-esteem. He aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and supportive.
He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and everyday habits are talked through alongside feelings. Sessions focus on practical ways to manage distress, improve communication, and change unhelpful patterns. He uses several well-known therapy approaches and tailors conversations to each person’s situation.
Over four decades of work have included supporting people after childhood trauma and abuse, those struggling with substance or sexual addictions, and people navigating adjustment after loss or life change. He has also worked with concerns tied to adoption, foster care, autism spectrum differences, and caregiver stress.
In sessions he addresses relationship communication, codependency and abandonment issues, and challenges that come with medical or chronic health problems. He also supports people managing obsessive thoughts, anger, and grief related adjustments. The aim is to help people find clearer choices and healthier daily habits.
Donald speaks English and accepts international clients. To begin, readers are invited to use the site’s Start Therapy process to match with him and schedule a session based on availability.
He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and everyday habits are talked through alongside feelings. Sessions focus on practical ways to manage distress, improve communication, and change unhelpful patterns. He uses several well-known therapy approaches and tailors conversations to each person’s situation.
Over four decades of work have included supporting people after childhood trauma and abuse, those struggling with substance or sexual addictions, and people navigating adjustment after loss or life change. He has also worked with concerns tied to adoption, foster care, autism spectrum differences, and caregiver stress.
In sessions he addresses relationship communication, codependency and abandonment issues, and challenges that come with medical or chronic health problems. He also supports people managing obsessive thoughts, anger, and grief related adjustments. The aim is to help people find clearer choices and healthier daily habits.
Donald speaks English and accepts international clients. To begin, readers are invited to use the site’s Start Therapy process to match with him and schedule a session based on availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
North Carolina
Languages
English
How selected approaches fit into online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them, and to commit to actions that match their values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and problems where thoughts get in the way of meaningful action.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought patterns and habits that lead to distress and then testing new ways of thinking and behaving. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and many everyday problems.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. It can be useful for anger, mood swings, and strong emotional reactions.
Finding the best fit is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which approach or combination makes most sense for their goals and circumstances. Sessions adjust as needs change so treatment stays practical and focused on daily life.
Many people find online therapy easier to fit into work, school, or caregiving schedules and useful for keeping continuity when travel or relocation occurs. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it simpler to maintain regular appointments and to practice skills between sessions without requiring long travel.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, and self-esteem difficulties among other issues.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions focus on talking through thoughts and everyday habits, improving communication, and building practical coping skills drawn from approaches like CBT and DBT.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 40 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with people facing trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMFT, licensed in North Carolina, and lists professional practice in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the current options before booking through the Start Therapy flow.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.