- Stress and anxiety
- Career questions
- ADHD and depression
About Donald
Donald Cassidy is a New Jersey psychologist (NJ Psychologist 35SI00512800) with 35 years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career questions, depression, and ADHD. He also supports people facing abandonment issues, aging and geriatric concerns, attachment problems, and family of origin difficulties.
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address everyday problems and big life questions. Sessions look at what feels stuck and what practical steps might help. Conversations are collaborative and focused on clear goals rather than abstract theory.
Cassidy draws on several therapeutic approaches when fitting methods to a person’s needs. He uses methods that include cognitive-behavioral ideas to change patterns of thinking, skills-based approaches for managing emotions and stress, and parts-based work to understand internal conflicts. These approaches are applied with an emphasis on what will work for the individual in daily life.
He has experience helping adults who are deaf or hard of hearing, including work with American Sign Language, Signed English, and Total Communication. He has supported people coping with chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and transitions later in life.
People considering therapy with him are asked to think about current goals before the first session. The focus is on practical steps, clearer decision making, and rebuilding confidence to move forward.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Donald Cassidy uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are practical and straightforward. Cognitive-behavioral methods focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving; this helps with anxiety, depression, and career-related decision making. Skills-based therapies teach specific tools for managing stress and emotional regulation, useful for handling workplace pressure, ADHD symptoms, and overwhelming days.He also works with parts-based approaches that help people understand internal conflicts and competing motivations. This kind of work can clarify why certain choices feel difficult and open up more workable options. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process - the therapist and client review goals, try methods, and adapt as they learn what helps best.
If you plan to do sessions online, confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. It can also reduce bandwidth needs when video is difficult and make regular appointments simpler to maintain alongside work or caregiving responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
35+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career questions, depression, and ADHD. Other focus areas include abandonment, attachment issues, aging concerns, and caregiver stress.
How does he approach someone feeling stuck?
He uses evidence-based techniques and a collaborative style to identify where a person feels blocked. The work emphasizes practical steps and building skills for clearer decision making.
How many years of clinical experience does he have?
He has 35 years of experience as a clinician in New Jersey. That experience includes work with adults across many life stages and challenges.
What is his professional credential and location?
He is a New Jersey psychologist with the credential NJ Psychologist 35SI00512800 and sees clients from New Jersey.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. He also has experience working with adults who use American Sign Language, Signed English, or Total Communication.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are focused on clients based in the United States, specifically New Jersey.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Costs vary by location and are tied to a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details are available when selecting session options.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process will guide next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.