Archelena McDonald, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Archelena McDonald

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anger Management

Behavioral Problems

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Anxiety

Life Transition

Alcoholism

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Coaching

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Christian Counseling

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Archelena McDonald

Hi there, I'm Archelena! My name is Archelena McDonald (preferred name Dee Dee), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, serving clients statewide via telehealth. I earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. I currently work with adults and specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, psychosis, grief and loss, PTSD, and couples/family counseling. My approach I believe in a collaborative relationship with each client to identify the best treatment model. My past treatment modalities have mainly included Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Problem Solving Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My focus My main desire in providing care is to "meet the client where they're at." I have had the opportunity to work with various populations facing diverse challenges. This includes working with couples and families to establish effective communication, supporting individuals through life transitions-both seasons of celebration (e.g., starting a new relationship) and seasons of mourning (e.g., experiencing significant loss)-and helping clients process childhood traumas. My goal in every interaction is to provide resourceful tools that empower clients to feel well-equipped to live fulfilling lives despite unforeseeable circumstances. My communication style I prioritize building rapport through empathy, allowing clients to feel seen, heard, and understood. I create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can trust me to help identify areas for growth that may lead to a more enriching life. My journey to therapy I have always known I would be in a supportive role of some kind; as a child, my initial goal was to become a medical doctor.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1811416696

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What practice does Archelena McDonald work with?

Archelena McDonald works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Archelena McDonald?

Archelena McDonald frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Archelena McDonald on their profile.