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Lora McDonald

Empathetic Listener, Cheerleader, Advocate, Compassionate Healer, Resilience Builder
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Areas of Expertise

Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Perinatal/Postpartum Mood Disorders, Women's Issues, LGBTQ+, and Life Transitions.​

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Approach

Eclectic, Person-Centered, Feminist, Collaborative, Psychoanalytical, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance

 

A multitude of experiences have allowed our paths to cross, and I am honored to be part of your journey toward growth and healing. I strive to provide you with the authenticity and openness I hope to receive as we explore your story. My goal is to collaboratively approach your struggles with compassion, challenge the perceptions that are holding you back, and work toward a rewarding future. I am here to provide a safe space for your self-exploration, cheer you on, and push you to take the next step.

ABOUT

Cat Mom, Traveler, Coffee Lover, Amateur Crocheter

I approach life with a natural curiosity which is why I love exploring, traveling, and I resonate strongly with the idea of lifelong learning. You can catch me reading three books at once, binge listening to podcasts, snuggling with my cats, or trying (mostly unsuccessfully) to teach myself how to read crochet patterns. As a recovering perfectionist, I understand how hard it is to face challenges with self-compassion but I have also felt how healing it can be to do so. I am happy to support, challenge, and advocate for you until you are ready to take on that role for yourself.

Professional Background

Lora McDonald is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) in the state of West Virginia. Her work has focused predominantly on women’s issues, perinatal mental health, relationship struggles, and tackling life transitions. She has received specialized training from Postpartum Support International in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders; Components of Care training and Advanced Psychotherapy training. She has been able to educate others about the importance of proactively supporting pregnant, postpartum, and bereaved parents.

 

She received dual Masters of Arts in Social Work and Public Administration from West Virginia University. She also received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Communication Studies and Human Services from West Virginia University. Lora is currently under supervision as she works to obtain her independent social work licensure.

Licenses

  • Licensed Graduate Social Worker

    • West Virginia

Certifications

  • Postpartum Support International

    • Components of Care and Advanced Psychotherapy Training

Professional organizations

  • National Association of Social Workers 

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