- 35 years experience
- Disaster coping support
- Works with ASL users
About Donald
Donald Cassidy is a New Jersey psychologist with 35 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career concerns, depression, and ADHD. He also supports those coping with disaster-related stress and related life changes. Sessions are conversational and practical, aimed at reducing overwhelm and restoring steady functioning.
Clients can expect a calm, respectful presence in sessions. He listens and helps people clarify what matters most to them. Work often focuses on manageable steps, coping strategies, and improving everyday routines. Treatment plans are shaped around each person's goals and pace.
Donald uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to the person in front of him. He tailors interventions for things like workplace stress, chronic health challenges, first responder strain, and caregiving burdens. He is experienced helping adults who use American Sign Language, Signed English, or Total Communication.
Over his career he has supported people through major life transitions, attachment and abandonment concerns, and family-of-origin issues. He pays attention to practical needs, such as managing symptoms and improving daily functioning. The focus is on building resilience and usable skills that fit a client's life.
Donald is licensed as a New Jersey Psychologist, NJ Psychologist 35SI00512800, and sees clients in New Jersey. He works in English and does not accept international clients. To begin, readers are asked to use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire.
Therapeutic methods and adapting them for online work
Donald uses several evidence-based techniques in his work. Cognitive approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and depression. These methods help with everyday worries, workplace stress, and mood management.Another common method he uses emphasizes emotion regulation and skills practice to manage intense feelings and stress. This approach teaches practical tools for handling overwhelm and improving reactions in difficult moments. He also draws on supportive, person-centered methods that prioritize listening and collaboration to set realistic goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works together with each person to choose techniques that fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That collaborative decision can change over time as goals shift or new challenges arise.
If you are considering online therapy, check the session options before booking to confirm what formats are currently offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about specific formats when you schedule so arrangements match your daily routine and communication preferences.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
35+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can be worked on here?
Stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career concerns, depression, and ADHD are primary concerns. The practice also addresses coping after natural or human-caused disasters and related life stressors.
How would you describe the therapist's approach?
The approach is practical and collaborative. Sessions emphasize listening, clarifying goals, and trying manageable steps to reduce stress and improve daily functioning.
What experience does the therapist bring?
The clinician has 35 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of issues, including caregiving stress, first responder challenges, and chronic illness management.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
The therapist is a New Jersey Psychologist, listed as NJ Psychologist 35SI00512800, and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and the therapist has experience working with adults who use American Sign Language, Signed English, or Total Communication.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted. Prospective clients should plan for services provided to people located in New Jersey.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, fill out the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.