- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
About Donald
Donald Shawler is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 20 years of experience. He works with adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, addictions, grief, and related issues including self-esteem and anger. He also lists work with LGBT concerns, intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, and caregiving stress among his focus areas.
Shawler uses an integrative, client-centered approach. That means sessions begin by listening to what matters most to the person in the room. He helps people name the problems that get in the way and then chooses practical ways to address them together.
He commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice and reframe unhelpful thoughts. This can make emotional reactions easier to understand and manage. He also teaches specific anger-management skills when that is a concern.
Mindfulness and emotionally-focused methods are part of his toolbox as well. These approaches support awareness of present-moment experience and clearer emotional expression in relationships. Existential elements appear in conversations about meaning, loss, and life transitions.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal minded. Shawler can work with people facing addictions, career stress, family and relationship strains, and the effects of trauma and abuse. He also supports people dealing with body image, codependency, and other focused concerns listed in his practice.
How his approaches are used online
Donald often combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely to what a person says and shaping sessions around their goals and concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reframe unhelpful thinking patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the early work. He will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best for their needs and goals. That includes checking in about what feels useful and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online sessions include making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and reducing travel time for appointments. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm the current online session options before booking. Online work can allow shorter check-ins on busier days or full sessions when more time is available, and it supports continuing care during life changes without requiring an in-person visit.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, and related topics including LGBT concerns and caregiving stress.
How would he describe his approach in sessions?
He uses an integrative, client-centered style that begins with listening and then selects practical techniques to address the issues you bring.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults across a range of concerns and life stages.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensed in Illinois.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any licensing or regulatory considerations before booking.
How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; the site lists the specific pricing details.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.