Donna M Altepeter

My communication style

First and foremost, I am curious and want to listen to and understand your experience. I work to create a trusting and accepting environment so that together we can build a relationship where you can take risks to be yourself. My goal is for you to find acceptance and comfort so you can make the changes you wish to make.

My journey to mental healthcare

I hold to a belief that when each of us uses the gifts we have been given, not only do we live a fuller life, but we also aid others in living a better life. The relationships that have urged me to grow in my life have encouraged me to use my gifts and to be there for others.

My goals for you

By the second session, I will ask you to think about what you would like to see differently or changed in your life. I educate you about the purpose of goals in therapy, and this idea of what you want to be different will be the basis of your therapeutic goals. Generally, by the second session, we establish goals and objectives.

Our first session

The first session is an intake where I gather information about you, including personal and family history, mental and physical health, treatment history, education, legal, job, culture, and spiritual background. I ask what brings you to therapy and what you want from it. I also invite you to ask any questions you may have of me.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Christian