Ellen Donaldson, M.H.R., LMFT, LADC

I believe in taking a holistic approach to counseling.  Since most issues are interrelated, positive change in one area begins a ripple effect of change in others.  My training and 25 years of clinical experience is diverse, addressing issues related to relationship problems, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief and stress.  In addition, I offer two women's groups and an individualized Anger Management Program.  Since 1995, I have been an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Human Relations at the University of Oklahoma and I teach two classes related to chemical dependency and addictions.

One of the most effective interventions I use is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, (EMDR).  It is enormously successful in treating PTSD and is often used with complicated grief issues.  EMDR came to Oklahoma in the aftermath of the Oklahoma City bombing, on April 19, 1995.  This tragedy resulted in widespread trauma and grief, throughout the state. A team of volunteer EMDR therapists immediately flew into Oklahoma City  and worked tirelessly for several months, providing this therapy to victims, survivors and rescue workers.  I was fortunate to have been in the group of 300 licensed therapists who were trained to carry on their work.  As a result, over the last 15 years, I became certified in EMDR and have incorporated it into my therapy practice. It has allowed  my clients to more effectively cope with and resolve a wide variety of issues and problems affecting their quality of life.  EMDR continues to be one of the fastest, most valuable resources for individual healing.   For more information on EMDR, please reference their website at www.emdria.org .

I am a Licensed Marital & Family Therapist, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Master Addictions Counselor and a Certified EMDR therapist.  My practice utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy, showing the connection between thoughts, feelings and behavior.  I also offer assertiveness and stress management training, in addition to chemical dependency counseling and chemical dependency interventions.