My name is Donn Edgington. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor for the State of Texas. I work with individuals and families for a wide variety of reasons for seeking services.
My approach
I am a cognitive therapist. I believe that the way we think, feel, and behave are all intertwined, and if we can change one of those three, the other two will change.
My focus
I work with teenagers up to senior adults. I do Telehealth and can work with many situations including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other issues.
My communication style
I try to make my sessions comfortable for the client. I have been told I am easy to speak with and I listen well.
My journey to mental healthcare
My wife and I worked as Houseparents in Children's homes in Georgia and Texas for many years. During this time I saw the need for counselors and I completed my training to become a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked in several settings as a Counselor including for an agency that works with troubled youth and a Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center. I am now doing full-time private practice.
My goals for you
The goal setting is done by the client through discussions about what they want and need and what they are currently capable of obtaining. I focus on progress toward goals week to week.
My first session with you
We will talk about you and your expectations of counseling as well as what brings you to counseling. I also try and let clients get to know me so that they feel more comfortable talking.