Donald McMurray, LPC

Donald McMurray is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 11 years of experience. He is based in Texas and uses straightforward methods to help people manage addiction, low mood, and relationship struggles. He focuses on building a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about what matters most to them.

Donald helps people who are dealing with drug and alcohol problems, process addictions, and sex-related compulsions. He also supports those facing depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions. He pays attention to practical concerns like money stress, commitment questions, and communication problems.

In sessions he combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a client-centered style. That means conversations are guided by each person’s needs and by ideas that help change unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions tend to be action-oriented while also honoring each person’s pace.

He encourages people to set small, clear goals and to track progress between meetings. Homework or simple experiments are common so new skills can be practiced in real life. The tone is direct but respectful, aimed at helping people make steady, concrete changes.

Donald accepts international clients and works in English. He offers multiple ways to meet so therapy can fit into busy routines and changing schedules.

CBT and Client-Centered Care Online

Donald frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy online to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is task-focused and often includes small exercises between sessions to reduce symptoms like low mood or compulsive behaviors.

He also brings a client-centered approach that prioritizes the person's perspective and pacing. That method emphasizes listening, empathy, and working at a speed that feels manageable while still moving toward clear goals.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what's already helped or not helped, then tailor methods to fit the individual. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs evolve.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can fit short check-ins or busy days. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent amid work, travel, and family commitments.