Richard Donlavage
Counselor, LCMHC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
136 South Sterling Street, Morganton, NC 28655
Let's Connect (828) 330-8625
As a Register Play Therapist Supervisor, I utilize the power of play to create a welcoming and creative environment for my clients. Families often call me due to feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. I utilize evidenced based practices grounded in play to help your family sort through these challenges and explore solutions. “We speak with more than our mouths. We listen with more than our ears.” Mr. Rogers
My overall approach to counseling is person-centered, strength based and short term solution focused. I have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years and have been practicing as a counselor since 2015. As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I encourage all my clients regardless to utilize the power of play in and out of therapy.
Many people contemplate going to counseling for a long time before making the decision. I honor this decision and the privilege to help people grow and heal. The problems that bring people to counseling did not develop overnight. The process to heal does take some work and finding a counselor you connect with is an important step on this journey.
Call or Email Richard Donlavage now for a free 15 minute consultation - (828) 330-8625
Let's Connect (828) 330-8625
Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance
- Healthy Blue
- MedCost
- Medicaid
- WellCare
- Out of Network
Richard Donlavage
Counselor, LCMHC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (828) 330-8625
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / S16383 Richard Donlavage
- In Practice for 10 years
- Attended Regent University, Graduated 2015
- License: Washington State Department of Health 60752757 / 2017
- Certificate from Association for Play Therapy Registered Play Therapist - T5365 / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Richard Donlavage
Counselor, LCMHC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (828) 330-8625
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Child
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Richard Donlavage
Counselor, LCMHC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (828) 330-8625
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Richard Donlavage
Counselor, LCMHC-S, RPT-S, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (828) 330-8625