New Direction YFS
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, WireInsurance
- Aetna
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carolina Complete Health
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Health Choice
- Humana
- MedCost
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Metropolitan Family Services
- Self Pay
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- WellCare
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C007538 Donald Jackson
- In Practice for 25 years
- Attended University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Donald Jackson
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Testing and Evaluation
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Cancer
- Child
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Marital and Premarital
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Veterans
Client Focus
Age
Participants
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Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Structural Family Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Animal Assisted Therapy
Animal Assisted Therapy Series. Mondays | June 1, 2026 – July 13, 2026 (No class July 6, 2026) Looking for a different way to support your mental health and overall wellness? This series brings healing and connection together through the power of animals. Must be 18 and older. MUST bring your own pet. What this series is about: This experience focuses on the connection between mental and emotional health through guided interaction with animals. Sessions are structured to help reduce stress, build confidence, and improve emotional regulation in a supportive setting. Registration Required https://form.jotform.com/261206892060049 (Animal Assisted Therapy Form)
Expertise
Types of Therapy
Age
Location
Erwin, NC 28339
Art Therapy
Give your child a healthy space to express, create, and grow. This series uses art as a tool to support emotional wellness, confidence, and positive coping skills. K-12th.Wednesdays | June 3, 2026 – July 8, 2026. What this series is about: Art therapy provides a safe, creative outlet for children and teens to express their thoughts and emotions. Through guided activities, participants build self-awareness while learning healthy ways to manage stress and challenges. Registration Required https://form.jotform.com/261207280251043 (Art Therapy JOT Form)
Expertise
Types of Therapy
Location
Erwin, NC 28339
Drama/Theater Arts Therapy
Ready to build confidence, express yourself, and have fun while working on your mental wellness? This series is designed to help youth step outside their comfort zone and grow through creative expression. Fridays | June 12, 2026 – July 24, 2026. Grades K–12 Limited to 10 slots only. Why this matters: Drama and theater give youth a safe space to express emotions, build communication skills, increase confidence, and improve social interactions. This is more than acting—it’s real-life skill building in a supportive, therapeutic environment. https://form.jotform.com/261207120827045 Drama/Theater Arts JOT Form)
Expertise
Types of Therapy
Location
Erwin, NC 28339
Location
Additional Location
Erwin, NC 28339
(910) 778-1842