Hi there! I’m Lyndsy Donnell. A counselor, mom, lifelong learner, and a proud goofball who firmly believes laughter is its own kind of self-care. I also live with my own diagnoses of Autism and ADHD, which means I don’t just talk about things like anxiety, stress, or the challenges of being neurodivergent; I live it, too. So when I say I understand how overwhelming life can feel, I mean it. Some days it’s anxiety at 2 a.m., other days it’s forgetting where you left your keys (spoiler: they’re usually in the fridge).
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Texas (supervised by Dwayne Frei, LPC-S), and I provide online therapy for children (5+), teens, and adults across Texas. My specialties include anxiety counseling, depression support, trauma therapy, PTSD counseling, burnout recovery, life transition support, and disability counseling. I’ve also worked in academic advising and disability services, which means I know firsthand the pressure of big transitions like starting college, managing ADHD or autism, or navigating the daily challenges of living with a chronic illness or disability.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and my passion has always been helping people feel seen, understood, and equipped with tools that actually work in real life (because “just relax” isn’t exactly a helpful strategy).
Outside of counseling, you’ll usually find me chasing after my kid, reheating the same cup of coffee three times, or playing with my 2 Bengal “alien” cats and 2 German Sheppard nutjobs. Life can be messy, unpredictable, and downright stormy at times, but even in the waves, I believe we can find calmer waters and a safe harbor where healing and hope are possible.
At the heart of my work is this belief: you are stronger than you think, and with the right support, you can find resilience, healing, and hope again.
Who I Am, Beyond the Therapy Screen
I started Lighthouse Counseling & Disability Support because I know life doesn’t always feel calm and sunny. Some days it’s smooth sailing, and other days it feels like the storm is winning. My vision was to create something more than just traditional therapy in Texas. I wanted this to be a steady light, a place that feels safe and reliable when everything around you feels overwhelming (kind of like a lighthouse guiding a ship that’s had one too many rough waves).
Too often, people living with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or the challenges of disability and chronic illness feel like they’re drifting without a map. And maybe you’ve heard comments like, ‘At least it’s not as bad as so-and-so,’ or ‘You’ll be fine, just stay positive!’. While those words are usually meant to comfort, they can leave you feeling even more alone. That’s why I created this counseling space, to cut through the clichés and provide real, compassionate mental health counseling, trauma therapy, and disability support in Texas that’s centered on you and your story.”
With my background in rehabilitation counseling, trauma-informed care, disability support, and student advising, I bring both professional tools and personal understanding into each session. My role isn’t to captain your ship for you, but to walk beside you, offering guidance, perspective, and maybe even a laugh when the waters get choppy, so you can build resilience, steady yourself, and move forward with hope.
At Lighthouse Counseling, the message is simple: you don’t have to walk through the storm alone; the light is here to guide you home.
Why I Built This Lighthouse
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