Donald Lavezzo

My communication style

My intention is to always create safety and foster an atmosphere of openness, acceptance, and nonjudgment. I offer a compassionate and encouraging stance to promote a sense of agency and empowerment.

My journey to mental healthcare

In many ways, I feel that my work as a therapist was chosen for me. My personality, my early family experiences, and my personal struggles with addiction and depression have all guided me toward this profession. I have found that working on my relationship with myself and improving my mental health has created a solid foundation.

My goals for you

I collaborate with you on setting goals and meeting you where you are. I ask questions to help clarify values, intentions, and goals that feel attainable, meaningful, and in alignment with who you are.

Our first session

The first session is typically about getting to know the client. We will dig into the reasons they are coming to therapy, their prior experiences with therapy, and anything they think is important and relevant that they would like to share with me. From there, we can work together to clarify a path forward and set some intentions, goals, and plans.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual