Robert Donaldson, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.67

About Robert Donaldson

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Depression

Stress

Anxiety

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Strength-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Robert Donaldson

Each person’s journey into therapy is a unique act of courage. I am a California-licensed marriage and family therapist and saw my first therapy client in 2004. I have been privileged to work with countless courageous people since that time. I work with individuals in various stages of life and career transitions, stressed college students, people dealing with LGBT, gender identity, and coming out issues, creative writers and artists, and successful professionals overwhelmed with a busy life. I have witnessed firsthand how anyone can cultivate a sense of serenity even in the midst of major external uncertainty. With the right practical psychological tools, it's possible to bring a sense of enjoyment back into the routines of daily life. It's not always easy, but it is possible. By learning to intentionally monitor and align our thoughts and behaviors, our emotions calm. We come into balance. Through increased awareness and intention, we heal old hurts and begin experiencing more peace. We start moving in the direction of our most heartfelt dreams and intentions. I view modern psychotherapy as a sacred art that is grounded in the ancient healing and storytelling traditions found throughout the world. Being with another person as they bloom into the full authenticity of who they truly are is one of the great joys of my life. I’d be honored to accompany you on your own unique therapy journey. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Octave

Education and training

Pacifica Graduate Institute, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1922312875

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.67

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What practice does Robert Donaldson work with?

Robert Donaldson works with Octave.

What are common reasons for patients to see Robert Donaldson?

Robert Donaldson frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Robert Donaldson on their profile.