Nancy McDonald, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Nancy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Nancy is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Nancy
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Some of my favorite populations include Neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ people — especially within the common overlap. I am a client-centered provider who believes in collaboration and respecting your individuality. You are the expert in your experience and I am here to help you on your journey with feedback, guidance, perspective, skill-building, and other tools that may be useful along the way. Being comfortable with the relationship is key to the success of therapy and I welcome your input and feedback on ways we can best work together!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Nancy McDonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497274799.
- LMFT · California · 121992 · Renews September 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Nancy McDonald offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Nancy McDonald works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Nancy McDonald speak?
Nancy McDonald speaks English.
How many years of experience does Nancy McDonald have?
Nancy McDonald has 5 years of experience.
Where is Nancy McDonald licensed to practice?
Nancy McDonald is licensed to practice in California.
Does Nancy McDonald accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Nancy McDonald does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Nancy McDonald offer?
Nancy McDonald offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How can I communicate with Nancy McDonald?
Nancy McDonald can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Nancy McDonald?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.