- Stress and panic
- Attachment and abandonment
- Communication skills
About Donald
Donald Cofield is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with nine years of professional experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. He also supports those facing panic attacks and issues such as isolation, control problems, and challenges with communication.
Donald believes people know their own stories and brings that respect into sessions. He works with clients to identify strengths they already have and to apply those strengths to real situations. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than abstract concepts.
In practice he breaks down larger problems into manageable pieces. That can mean learning small ways to lower anxiety, practicing communication skills, or testing new behaviors between sessions. He encourages honest, plain conversation about what’s working and what’s not.
Donald has experience across a range of mood and relationship issues, including abandonment and attachment concerns, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and men’s issues. He also addresses shame, guilt, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose.
People who start with him can expect a collaborative tone and straightforward suggestions. He asks about goals, tries practical techniques, and checks progress over time. To begin, readers are guided to the site’s online sign-up and matching questionnaire to schedule a first session.
How evidence-based methods are used in online sessions
Donald uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and clear goals. One common approach emphasizes learning specific coping strategies for anxiety and panic - skills such as breathing, grounding, and behavioral experiments that test out feared situations in small steps. These tools help people reduce intense reactions and build confidence in social settings.Another common approach centers on understanding attachment and relationship patterns. This involves looking at past and present relationship behaviors, noticing recurring dynamics, and practicing different ways of communicating and setting boundaries. It can help with abandonment concerns, communication problems, and issues that recur across relationships.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques match their needs and goals, and he adjusts the plan based on progress and feedback. The relationship between therapist and client guides how methods are applied.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list them explicitly. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let a person practice skills in everyday settings and then discuss what happened in the next session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and depression. He also addresses panic attacks and related mood concerns.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses plain, practical conversation focused on strengths and small steps. Sessions aim to break problems into manageable parts and try concrete skills between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience practicing as a clinician in mental health settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How do sessions and payment work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing when signing up.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.