Chantal MacDonald, LCPC, LMHC
Chantal MacDonald supports healing and resilience
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and addictions
- Grief and relationships
About Chantal MacDonald
Chantal MacDonald is a licensed therapist practicing in Florida and Nevada who brings five years of focused clinical experience to her counseling work. She holds LCPC and LMHC credentials - LCPC meaning Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and LMHC meaning Licensed Mental Health Counselor - which reflect her formal training and state licensure to provide mental health care. Chantal helps people navigate stress and anxiety, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, relationship and family challenges, LGBT issues, and a broad range of concerns from parenting and career strain to sleep and eating difficulties.
Her approach centers on creating a welcoming space where clients can speak openly about their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. She emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies, supporting clients as they take the often-difficult first steps toward meaningful change. Chantal also works with issues such as attachment and abandonment, communication problems, infidelity, body image, trauma-related dissociation, and compassion fatigue. She draws on a range of therapeutic methods to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, aiming to empower individuals to build resilience, improve relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Chantal offers flexible session formats to accommodate different lifestyles and preferences, and she encourages anyone ready to explore growth and healing to reach out for support.
Her approach centers on creating a welcoming space where clients can speak openly about their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. She emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies, supporting clients as they take the often-difficult first steps toward meaningful change. Chantal also works with issues such as attachment and abandonment, communication problems, infidelity, body image, trauma-related dissociation, and compassion fatigue. She draws on a range of therapeutic methods to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, aiming to empower individuals to build resilience, improve relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Chantal offers flexible session formats to accommodate different lifestyles and preferences, and she encourages anyone ready to explore growth and healing to reach out for support.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDissociationEating and food-related issuesGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSHoardingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Chantal MacDonald have?
Chantal MacDonald has 5 years of professional experience.
Is Chantal MacDonald a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LCPC and LMHC credentials. Her license details are NV LCPC CP5642-R and FL LMHC MH21352.
In which languages does Chantal MacDonald provide therapy?
Chantal MacDonald provides therapy in English.
Where is Chantal MacDonald located?
Chantal MacDonald is located in Florida.
How can I work with Chantal MacDonald as my therapist?
You can work with Chantal MacDonald through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Chantal MacDonald work with international clients?
Chantal MacDonald does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Chantal MacDonald cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Chantal MacDonald integrates several evidence-informed approaches to meet individual needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and safety, helping people address abandonment, attachment issues, and intimacy-related concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance in which the therapist provides empathy and support while clients lead the pace and focus of their growth, which can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life changes.Finding the right fit is a collaborative process. Chantal works with each person to consider symptoms, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting techniques and focus over time so the approach aligns with what the client needs in the moment.
Online therapy with Chantal is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These options allow licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care across distances and make it easier to access regular support while balancing work, family, and daily demands.