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Donna Searle

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA

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760 Pilot House Drive Suite E Newport News, VA 23606
With over 40 years of experience providing mental health services and a lifelong love of learning, Donna has gained a depth and breadth of experience and training that has enabled her to facilitate and empower a wide range of individuals in improving their relationships with themselves and their lives. Her most common techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused and emotional focused therapies, grief work, traumatic memory reprocessing and recovery, and a mindfulness practice of self compassion. She is Licensed through the Virginia Board of Social Work as a Clinical Social Worker.
Donna's approach to therapy is informed not only by her learning, but also her own rich life experience. Through her own losses and suffering in life, she learned profound lessons and gained great compassion and a commitment to unconditional positive regard and acceptance of all people. A love of nature has given her a sense of peace and belonging as well.
Donna is wholeheartedly committed to being a part of positive change for every single person that sits down with her. Reflecting on her own life and experience in her work with others, she can truly bear witness to the fact that our lives can become progressively better as we can come to know we are good enough and can be more kind and accepting of ourselves
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My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person therapy.

760 Pilot House Drive

Suite E

Newport News, VA 23606 map

(757) 765-1238
My website
We are in Newport News, 5 minutes from the city center. I prefer in-person over tele therapy and I work Mon and Thu till 2 PM only.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (757) 765-1238
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person therapy.

760 Pilot House Drive

Suite E

Newport News, VA 23606 map

(757) 765-1238
My website
We are in Newport News, 5 minutes from the city center. I prefer in-person over tele therapy and I work Mon and Thu till 2 PM only.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HealthKeepers
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cardinal Care
  • CareFirst
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Non network with Tricare
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • Out of Network
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In network with most insurance. I take Medicare and Medicaid as well.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238
"
In network with most insurance. I take Medicare and Medicaid as well.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904001953 Donna Searle
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 45 years
  • Attended The University of Wisconsin, MSW, Graduated 1981
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR
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I have over 40 plus years of experience in direct counseling and supervision. I am a trauma-informed therapist with EMDR training. I enjoy working with anyone who seeks to better themselves or gain understanding and acceptance of themselves or struggles they may be facing.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238
"
I have over 40 plus years of experience in direct counseling and supervision. I am a trauma-informed therapist with EMDR training. I enjoy working with anyone who seeks to better themselves or gain understanding and acceptance of themselves or struggles they may be facing.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I am deeply honored to get to know everyone who walks into my office. I will sit with you, accept you, listen to you, guide you and honor you as I get to know you for who you are.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238
"
I am deeply honored to get to know everyone who walks into my office. I will sit with you, accept you, listen to you, guide you and honor you as I get to know you for who you are.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238

3 Endorsements

Michelle Duclos
Michelle Duclos
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWCSAC
Donna's rich life experiences and delightful humor create a space for wonderful things to happen in therapy. I trust that when I refer a client to her they will be met with acceptance, understanding, and a safe space to better their lives.
Leah Horrigan Smith
Leah Horrigan Smith
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCMA
Donna brings a unique combination of intelligence, humor, and life experience to her practice. She engages clients with authenticity and insight, making therapy approachable while still deeply impactful.
Ellen Goodloe
Ellen Goodloe
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWMSW
I can wholeheartedly recommend Donna. She has a passion for the work and compassion for her clients. Her creative approach to therapy and life helps build relationships with her clients that fosters an environment for change.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Native American

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Native American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My most common techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused and emotional focused therapies, grief work, traumatic memory reprocessing and recovery, and a mindfulness practice of self compassion.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238
"
My most common techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused and emotional focused therapies, grief work, traumatic memory reprocessing and recovery, and a mindfulness practice of self compassion.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (757) 765-1238

Location

Primary Location

760 Pilot House Drive

Suite E

Newport News, VA 23606

(757) 765-1238

Nearby Areas

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We are in Newport News, 5 minutes from the city center. I prefer in-person over tele therapy and I work Mon and Thu till 2 PM only.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (757) 765-1238
"
We are in Newport News, 5 minutes from the city center. I prefer in-person over tele therapy and I work Mon and Thu till 2 PM only.
Photo of Donna Searle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Donna Searle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (757) 765-1238