Donald Rindfuss, LCSW

Donald Rindfuss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings 15 years of clinical experience to his work with people facing addiction, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. He blends a relaxed, steady manner with practical therapeutic tools to help clients reconnect with values and build sustainable coping strategies.

He earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh, graduating magna cum laude and as a member of the Golden Key Honor Society, and holds certifications in drug and alcohol and mental health treatment. His background includes work in inpatient drug rehabilitation and extensive practice with veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and individuals with substance use disorders. He recently retired from the Veterans Administration after providing care for veterans with PTSD and readjustment challenges.

Donald draws from a range of evidence-informed approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness practices, and narrative techniques, and he also has experience with EMDR and yoga-based methods. He often incorporates meditation and breathwork derived from his yoga practice to support clients managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief.

Known for a calming presence and a values-based orientation, he is comfortable providing brief interventions or longer-term support depending on each person’s needs. He offers flexible scheduling with a preference for early mornings, late afternoons, or evenings, and can sometimes accommodate later-night appointments with advance notice. Donald provides services in English and accepts international clients.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people identify their core values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life, even when uncomfortable thoughts or emotions arise. It is often helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges with motivation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Short-term, skills-based work using CBT can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning.

Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts and sensations. Regular mindfulness practice can support emotional regulation, decrease reactivity, and complement work on grief, trauma, and chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Donald will work with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and will adapt techniques over time to support progress.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow care to fit work, family, and geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of therapy, access support during life transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.