Donna Avant, LICSW
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.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Alabama
More about Donna
- 32 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW
As a therapist, it is a privilege to be able to create a safe space for my clients—a space that gives you an opportunity to improve self-confidence, cope with anxiety, work through relationship issues or trauma, or gain control of thoughts and emotions while building strength, awareness, and resilience.
I would be humbled and honored to help you with your life story. Our past, our present, and expectations of our future impact how we navigate life's inevitable challenges. Because our lives are a constant state of transition, we have the opportunity to learn from the past and navigate our present through awareness and understanding of ourselves, and others. I feel it a great honor to support you in life’s transitions and encourage your awareness and growth.
My job is to help you explore thoughts and feelings and find direction for happier and healthier living. I believe in a solution focused approach that includes tackling dysfunctional thinking, teaching healthy coping skills, addressing sources of distress, drawing from faith and values, understanding each unique situation, and identifying possible solutions.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 32 years experience in the mental health field assisting clients through grief and loss, abrupt or long-term life challenges, stress and anxiety, trauma, and depression.
I invite you to schedule a session with me and I look forward to working with you.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Donna Avant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689451379.
- LICSW · Alabama · 1395C · Renews August 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Donna Avant offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Donna Avant 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 Avant speak?
Donna Avant speaks English.
How many years of experience does Donna Avant have?
Donna Avant has 32 years of experience.
Where is Donna Avant licensed to practice?
Donna Avant is licensed to practice in Alabama.
Does Donna Avant accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Donna Avant accepts 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 Avant offer?
Donna Avant offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Donna Avant?
Donna Avant 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 Avant?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.