Donna Paloy, LCSW
Trauma-informed support for clarity and growth
- Trauma-informed holistic care
- Mindfulness and creativity
- Evidence-based techniques
About Donna Paloy
Donna Paloy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a master’s-level mental health professional trained to provide psychotherapy, with more than 25 years of experience supporting people through challenging seasons of life. Her work is grounded in compassion and respect, with an emphasis on practical tools that help clients tap into their existing strengths and capacity for change.
Her style is trauma-informed and holistic, with a strong focus on complicated trauma and abuse. She also brings extensive experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, mood-related concerns, ADD/ADHD, and major life transitions. Donna integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with mindfulness and creative expression, tailoring the process to help clients build clarity, confidence, and a steadier sense of peace.
She recognizes that asking for help can feel like a vulnerable step, and she approaches that moment with care and collaboration. With Donna, clients can expect a thoughtful plan developed one step at a time, guided by goals that support a more balanced, fulfilling life that feels authentically their own.
Her style is trauma-informed and holistic, with a strong focus on complicated trauma and abuse. She also brings extensive experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, mood-related concerns, ADD/ADHD, and major life transitions. Donna integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques with mindfulness and creative expression, tailoring the process to help clients build clarity, confidence, and a steadier sense of peace.
She recognizes that asking for help can feel like a vulnerable step, and she approaches that moment with care and collaboration. With Donna, clients can expect a thoughtful plan developed one step at a time, guided by goals that support a more balanced, fulfilling life that feels authentically their own.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Donna Paloy have?
Donna Paloy has 25 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Donna Paloy a licensed therapist?
Yes. Donna Paloy is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Her license is FL LCSW SW11773.
In which languages does Donna Paloy provide therapy?
Donna Paloy provides therapy in English.
Where is Donna Paloy located?
Donna Paloy is located in Florida.
How can I work with Donna Paloy as my therapist?
You can work with Donna Paloy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Donna Paloy work with international clients?
No. Donna Paloy does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Donna Paloy cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Based Care, Made Flexible Online
Donna Paloy draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support clients working through trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and major life transitions. A trauma-informed approach helps clients understand how past experiences can shape current reactions, while building steady coping skills and a sense of control in day-to-day life.She also incorporates mindfulness, which focuses on noticing thoughts, emotions, and body sensations with more awareness and less judgment. This can be useful for stress, anxious spirals, and feeling overwhelmed. In addition, she may integrate creative expression as a structured way to explore feelings and meaning when words are hard to find, supporting clarity and self-esteem through a different route into the work.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Donna collaborates with each client to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most supportive, adjusting the plan over time as needs change.
Online therapy adds practical flexibility. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging for ongoing support between sessions. This format can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule while still staying connected to the therapeutic process.