Zoe McDonald, LMSW

Background and Experience

Zoe is a skilled therapist with a diverse  background supporting both children and adults. She brings significant  experience in trauma-informed care, having completed her field practice  at the University Medical Center in Lubbock, TX, and the Office of  Student Civil Rights and Sexual Misconduct at Texas Tech University. Zoe  specializes in working with survivors of sexual assault and those  impacted by various forms of sexual misconduct. 

Zoe is passionate about creating safe and  supportive spaces for individuals to heal and grow. She has experience  working with children both within the therapeutic environment and in  school and child-care settings, utilizing play-therapy models. With  years of experience as a dedicated child care provider,  Zoe has  developed a deep understanding of children's emotional, social, and  developmental needs. Zoe believes  in the power of play as a medium for children to express their  thoughts, emotions, and struggles in a way that feels comfortable and  natural to them. Her approach combines her experiences providing child  care with specialized therapeutic techniques to support children in  building emotional resilience, enhancing communication, and navigating  challenges in healthy, constructive ways. Zoe is committed to  promoting growth and empowerment through advocacy and a collaborative,  holistic approach to care that is tailored to each person's unique  experiences and challenges. 

Personal Statement

I am genuinely excited to gain clinical experience at the Counseling Center of North Texas where I will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of demographics. This aligns perfectly with my passion for helping others and my commitment to creating strong therapeutic alliances with clients. Through my personal therapeutic journey, I have witnessed the transformative power of therapy, and I am eager to help others uncover this potential within themselves. In my practice, I aim to foster an environment where clients feel safe and empowered to share their lived experiences. By building trust, I believe we can collaboratively set meaningful goals and develop actionable steps that holistically enhance your well-being. I am particularly drawn to the principles of relational healing and attachment theory, as they highlight the significance of our connections with others in shaping our mental health. My therapeutic experiences have improved my own relationships and quality of life. Through this lens, I strive to help clients explore their past relationships and understand how these dynamics influence their current behaviors and emotional responses. I will encourage clients to explore their interactions with others. I understand that every client is distinct, and I will incorporate a variety of therapeutic techniques in my approach that emphasize their strengths so they feel valued and can lean into the transformative process necessary for personal development.

Education and Training

Zoe is a graduate of Texas Tech University where she earned her Bachelor’s in Social Work in May 2023. In May 2024, she completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the same institution. Her MSW program, an advanced generalist curriculum focused on health and well-being, equipped her to work with diverse populations and an array of social issues. Zoe harnesses her education and training to be a supportive guide and resource for those seeking help in overcoming relationship challenges, strengthening their connections, and managing mental health concerns. I’m certainly looking forward to facilitating positive changes for any demographic I work with by meeting them where they are through engaging in active listening, building trust, and encouraging open dialogue. 

Schedule

Zoe is in the Plano office Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Fees

Session fees start at $75

Insurance

Zoe accepts Aetna, Centerstone, ChampVA, and Cigna and can submit claims as an out-of-network provider with United Healthcare

License #: 114351 

To schedule with Zoe or one of our other therapists, call us today at 469-342-3468!