Erin Thomas- Donaldson
“If you are always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be”
Erin believes that healing begins with feeling understood. She is passionate about helping clients make sense of their experiences, especially when trauma has left them feeling stuck or disconnected. Erin is drawn to this work because she genuinely wants to understand why people think, feel, and respond the way they do. She works to help clients not only recognize their symptoms but also understand the deeper reasons behind them. She believes that insight and self-awareness are powerful tools in the healing process.
On a Personal Note
Erin was born in Kentucky and later moved to central Florida, where she spent sixteen years and began her educational journey. She eventually relocated to Clarksville to be closer to family and friends. Outside of counseling, Erin enjoys spending time with her animals, family, and friends. She loves gardening, painting, and horseback riding. Music is also an important part of her life and a meaningful way for her to unwind and recharge.
Education
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Childhood Development
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Therapeutic Approaches
Erin specializes in trauma treatment and has a strong passion for working with veterans, active duty service members, and their families. She understands the unique challenges that come with military life and is committed to providing supportive, culturally informed care. Erin also works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, personality disorders, substance use concerns, and other co-occurring mental health challenges. Her experience includes working with acute populations, including individuals experiencing schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, and suicidal ideation.
Erin uses a variety of evidence-based approaches and tailors treatment to meet each client’s individual needs:
• EMDR
• Prolonged Exposure Therapy
• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Accepted Insurance:
Cigna
Aetna
VACCN
Dalton Location:
Tuesday 9-6
Wednesday10-7 Virtual
Thursday 9-6