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Donald Lee Jackson Jr, LPC, LCMHC
Georgia
Licensed counselor - anxiety and relationships
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Client-centered approach
About Donald
Donald Lee Jackson Jr is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in Georgia with about 10 years of experience. He focuses on anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life changes, relationships, and related concerns. He works with people who want practical tools to manage worry, obsessive thoughts, and the stress that comes with major transitions.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered approaches. Sessions emphasize clear strategies for noticing unhelpful thoughts and trying different responses. He also draws on ideas from existential and restorative approaches when those perspectives fit a person’s concerns.
Clients can expect direct, simple techniques for day-to-day coping. That includes homework-like exercises to practice between sessions and short behavioral experiments to test new ways of responding. The work is oriented toward small, measurable changes rather than long lectures or abstract theory.
Jackson’s background includes school counseling and many years working with students and parents. That experience shaped his focus on hands-on tools for stress, parenting strains, and relationship challenges. He also lists interests in trauma and abuse, addiction, LGBT issues, ADHD, and intimacy-related concerns.
He asks people to be ready to try clear, structured steps and to track what helps. To begin, prospective clients follow the platform process to match and schedule an initial session where goals and a plan are set.
How his CBT and ACT methods translate to online sessions
Donald Lee Jackson Jr uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on thought patterns and concrete behavior changes, helping people identify unhelpful thoughts and practice alternative responses. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is used to clarify personal values and to build willingness to accept difficult feelings while taking steps toward meaningful goals. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and collaboration so the person directs the pace and priorities.Figuring out which method or mix of methods fits best is part of the first sessions. He works with each person to decide whether to prioritize symptom-focused CBT techniques, ACT exercises around values and acceptance, or a more listening-based client-centered approach. That decision is made together and can shift as goals change.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy day and reducing travel time. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to keep short weekly check-ins, schedule longer work on skills, or practice real-time behavioral experiments in everyday settings.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Georgia, New Hampshire
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address most often?
He lists stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, life changes, addictions, trauma, and related concerns such as ADHD and intimacy problems.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
He uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new responses with small behavioral experiments and practice between sessions.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has about 10 years of practice and a background in school counseling, where he worked with students and parents across different age groups.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and practices in Georgia under the GA LPC and NH LCMHC listings provided.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He accepts international clients as part of his stated practice scope.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to set goals and a plan.
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