- ACT
- CBT
- Mindfulness
About Donald
Donald Rindfuss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing anxiety, stress, addiction, grief, depression, and related life changes. He also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse and those navigating career and self-esteem concerns.
He trained at the University of Pittsburgh and has a background in addiction and mental health work. Much of his work has involved veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and inpatient drug rehabilitation settings. His clinical past includes time at the Veterans Administration where he worked with a wide range of issues.
His approach is relaxed and direct. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, narrative methods, and mindfulness practices in sessions. He also draws on meditation and yoga experience to help with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma-related symptoms.
Sessions tend to focus on practical steps and clarifying what matters to each person. He guides people through coping strategies, behavior changes, and ways to manage urges and cravings when addictions are an issue. Conversations also cover patterns connected to guilt, shame, abandonment, and relationship stresses.
Donald works with people on topics such as caregiver strain, midlife concerns, aging issues, process addictions, and life purpose. He describes his style as laid back and aims to help people build a values-based life while addressing immediate problems and longer-term goals.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small committed actions toward those values. It can help when anxiety or avoidance keeps someone from doing things they care about.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful behavior patterns. Mindfulness practices teach attention skills and simple exercises to calm the body and notice stressful thoughts without getting swept up in them.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to choose approaches that match their goals, symptoms, and daily life. That means checking in and adjusting methods as needed rather than sticking to one formula.
The profile does not list specific session formats here, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time so sessions are easier to schedule around work or caregiving. He combines therapy techniques with practical planning to make sessions useful in everyday life.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people with anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, grief, depression, anger, self-esteem, and life-change issues.
What is his approach like in sessions?
He uses a relaxed, practical style that includes ACT, CBT, motivational interviewing, narrative techniques, and mindfulness practices to address behaviors and values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working in addiction treatment, inpatient rehab, and veteran services, including time at the Veterans Administration.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the profile.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.