Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Molly
Molly McDonnell is a Licensed Clinician Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina. She earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Iowa, moved to North Carolina to be closer to the mountains and the beach, and earned her Master of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, women, and families in residential and community-based settings on issues including anxiety, mood, trauma, conduct, substance use, and relationship problems before transitioning to outpatient therapy.
She believes that trust, authenticity, and respect for individuality are the keys to a successful therapeutic relationship, and she will incorporate techniques from different therapies such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, solution-focused, experiential, emotion-focused, art, and mindfulness to match your unique strengths and world view. Whether you want to address a new problem, heal old wounds, or maintain emotional balance in your daily life, Molly is looking forward to partnering with you to achieve your goals. Reach out to start your wellness journey.
"I am passionate about partnering with others in their pursuit of mental wellness because of the peace I have found on my own journey, but I understand that each path is unique."
Get to know Molly
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
To help others achieve peace and success however they define it.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Clients who are ready to be honest with themselves.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Clients who are open to considering different perspectives.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
That healing is not linear. There will be peaks and valleys, but you can still celebrate little successes.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
The company's approach takes mundane tasks such as billing off my plate and allows me to focus on what I love, which is working with people.
What inspires you?
Honesty and vulnerability.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A sincere desire to get to know their whole person, including their strengths, weaknesses, background, and goals.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
To understand their symptoms in the context of their past experiences and present situation, make goals for moving forward, and validate their struggles.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Yoga, cooking, running, appreciating nature, obsessing over cute animals, and watching trashy reality TV shows.
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Humor and trying not to take myself too seriously.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 5 years
- Graduating institute
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
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