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LCPC, LCMHC

Donavon Kirby, LCPC, LCMHC

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationNorth Carolina
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Donavon

Donavon Kirby brings two decades of clinical experience to his practice in North Carolina, holding credentials as an LCPC and an LCMHC (NV LCPC CP5672-R, NC LCMHC 4712).

Background and approach

He has a long history of working across mental health agencies, personal practices, and college settings, and he blends counseling with coaching to help people identify underlying patterns while also building practical steps toward change.

His work commonly addresses stress, anxiety, relationship and career challenges, coping with life transitions, ADHD, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, bipolar symptoms, and intimacy or self-esteem difficulties. Clients have described him as easy to talk to, understanding, and nonjudgmental, and he aims to create a welcoming space where emotions and thoughts can be explored honestly.

He uses a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs, helping them uncover root causes and try concrete strategies for improvement. He also brings experience with areas such as procrastination, impostor syndrome, test anxiety, fear of public speaking, and low self-esteem, which he integrates into individualized care and coaching-style guidance.

Approach-Focused Online Care and Practical Support

Donavon uses client-centered therapy to prioritize the client’s perspective, creating an environment where the person’s own goals, values, and strengths guide the conversation and direction of change. This approach is helpful for people who want understanding, validation, and a collaborative space to explore personal meaning and decisions.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, sleep trouble, or low mood. CBT provides structured tools for shifting reactions and building new habits that can reduce distress and support clearer problem solving.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. The therapist will work together with each client to assess needs, try techniques, and adjust direction based on what proves most helpful for their goals and preferences.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats allow clients to fit care into busy lives, maintain continuity when schedules change, and use the communication style that feels most comfortable while working through practical strategies and therapeutic goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
The practice covers a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and career issues, coping with life changes, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, mood disorders, and self-esteem challenges.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Sessions blend client-centered support with coaching and evidence-informed techniques like cognitive behavioral and solution-focused methods to both explore feelings and try practical strategies.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist brings 20 years of professional experience working in mental health agencies, personal counseling practices, and college settings.
Which credentials and location apply to this clinician?
This clinician holds LCPC and LCMHC credentials with licence details NV LCPC CP5672-R and NC LCMHC 4712, and practices in North Carolina.
Are sessions available in other languages or for international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and this clinician is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered for online work?
Appointments can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in beginning therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

North Carolina, Nevada

Languages

English