Donna is amazing. She has a great and warming personality and gives it to you as it is!
Donna Bolinger, LCSW-C
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Donna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Donna. View 19 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland and Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Donna's awesome, she's direct but kind, honest but supportive, she not only leads you to realizations but helps you understand overcome and cope with them.
More about Donna
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW-C, LCSW
I am a licenced clinical social worker providing individual therapy in Maryland and Pennsylvania. I have 25 years of experience working with individuals facing a wide range of issues and stressors including depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, family issues, life challenges and healthy adjustment to life changes. I have extensive experience working with the aging population, caregivers, chronic and debilitating illness, and death and dying.
I believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, warmth, compassion and understanding. I believe a person is much more than a category or label and use a strengths based approach with multi-modal forms of therapy. I will work in collaboration with you to identify your goals and treatment needs and believe in open and honest dialogue that will empower you and assist you in meeting your goals.
It takes courage to face changes and challenges and I am here to support you.
Donna Bolinger, LCSW-C
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Donna Bolinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972265395.
- LCSW-C · Maryland · 12446 · Expires October 2026
- LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW020584 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Donna Bolinger
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Donna is amazing. She has a great and warming personality and gives it to you as it is!
Donna's awesome, she's direct but kind, honest but supportive, she not only leads you to realizations but helps you understand overcome and cope with them.
Donna is very down-to-earth, understands me, and supports me so well. I'm always happy to talk with her, and am not hesitant to talk to her about my issues the way I have been with therapists in the past.
Ms. Donna is a great listener and always provides insightful perspectives to increase your awareness and emotional maturity!
Donna is an excellent therapist! She has helped me get through a very difficult situation with my son. She has amazing insight and has given me coping skills that have helped me accept and move forward. I highly recommend Donna to amyone going through hard times.
Donna has been such a great source of support for me for more than half a year, she has gotten me through some of my hardest transition points with great advice and sensitivity. I truly enjoy our sessions and leave every one feeling like I have made progress with my own mental health.
Donna is just amazing. I tired therapy once for about 2 weeks and absolutely hated it. I went onto Betterhelp again to try one final time and was connected with Donna. This woman has changed my view of therapy. She makes me feel so relaxed, talks sense and understands me more than I do lol. I like ‘direct’ advice with no ‘fluff’ and she gives me that. I enjoy my weekly sessions with her and she has a really fun, warm and friendly personality. I’m glad I was matched with Donna. I wouldn’t know where I would be in my life right now and appreciate her so much. She’s changed my pessimistic view of therapists. I look forward to my weekly sessions with her. Thanks Donna
Mrs. Bolinger has been extremely helpful. She seems to be one step ahead of me and she’s in tune with what’s going on with me internally. I was extremely nervous about doing therapy but I find her really easy to talk to. She listens and she’s able to recall the things we spoke about.
Shes been amazing helping me through my day to day life
I love and enjoy having Donna as my therapist plus working with her feeling amazing and comfortable.
Donna was well worth my four attempts at finding a fit with BH. She stops me in my tracks with her observations and insights. Gets right to the heart of things but gently. Also, I so appreciate her professionalism. Incredibly happy to have found Donna!
She’s the best
She is amazing! Glad that her and I connected!
She gives amazing advice!! She listens, is very spot on, and I am looking forward to our future sessions. This is truly helping me A LOT!!
Donna really got to the heart of my struggles, and was super helpful in addressing my needs. Highly recommend!
I’ve seen quite a few therapists, but I’ve struggled to find one I’ve connected with or felt so comfortable sharing with immediately! She seems very laid back, relaxed and “get’s it!” She doesn’t seem judgmental and has a nice gauge of when to let you talk and when to interject with her thoughts & opinions. These have helped me to reach deeper, than what it seemed on the surface: random happenings with lack of connection… I’m happy Donna and I were matched and I look forward to future developments as our treatment plan continues.
Donna made me feel comfortable right away. She made it clear that I would not be judged and it was a safe space for me to share anything. She is really helpful in reframing situations and giving me bite-sized pieces to work with. She gives me actionable items to take on every week and helps support me through them.
Donna really understand my challenges and helped me get to where I want to be by breaking down the goal into doable steps
Donna has been very supportive and she is a great listener. She made it easy for me to open up to her. Many thanks!
Frequently asked questions
Does Donna Bolinger offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Donna Bolinger works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Donna Bolinger speak?
Donna Bolinger speaks English.
How many years of experience does Donna Bolinger have?
Donna Bolinger has 6 years of experience.
Where is Donna Bolinger licensed to practice?
Donna Bolinger is licensed to practice in Maryland and Pennsylvania.
Does Donna Bolinger accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Donna Bolinger does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Donna Bolinger offer?
Donna Bolinger offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Donna Bolinger?
Donna Bolinger can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Donna Bolinger?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.