Donald Rindfuss , LCSW

Donald Rindfuss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with about 15 years of experience helping people navigate addiction, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions. He combines clinical training with lived experience to support clients in creating a values-based, more fulfilling life. He holds a master's degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated magna cum laude and was a member of the Golden Key Honor Society, and he also completed certifications in drug and alcohol and mental health treatment.

Donald has worked extensively with people facing substance use challenges, homelessness, and veterans coping with PTSD and readjustment. His background includes inpatient drug rehabilitation settings and long-term work at the Veterans Administration, and he brings that clinical experience into sessions with people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. He has training in EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing, and he integrates mindfulness and yoga practices into his approach to help clients manage symptoms and build coping skills.

Known for a laid-back style and a calming presence, Donald aims to meet clients where they are and tailor interventions that may be brief or longer term depending on need. He is based in Pennsylvania, provides services in English, and is not currently accepting new clients.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Donald brings several evidence-informed approaches to online work, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy uses meditation and present-moment awareness to reduce reactivity, help manage intense emotions, and support recovery from trauma and addiction.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Donald works with each person to determine which combination of strategies best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different routines and comfort levels. Working remotely makes it easier to access licensed professionals from a range of locations and to maintain continuity of care even when life gets busy or travel is necessary.