About Donna Gill
LPC, NCC, LCDC
About Donna Gill
LPC, NCC, LCDC
A Compassionate and Holistic Approach
Donna Gill is the owner of Life by Design Counseling Group where she specializes in career counseling across the life span for adolescents, young adults, mid-career adults and those transitioning to retirement.
Specializing in life transitions, she also addresses the intersection of mental health and career so that her clients experience a holistic approach as Donna addresses other presenting issues such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, relationship issues and chronic mental illness.
Professional Background
Donna earned a MS in Counseling degree from Southern Methodist University and is credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). Prior to becoming a counselor, she ran a successful healthcare company in Dallas for 25+ years. Her business experience compliments her deep understanding of the role of work in people’s lives, and she enjoys using that expertise to help her clients find their passion.
Speaking Engagements
Donna’s public speaking experience includes engagements focusing on mental health awareness and financial literacy for young adults. Contact Donna to learn more and discuss booking a future engagement.
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Ursuline Professional Women’s Network – 2023
Know Your Worth
Counseling Association – 2022
Incorporating Career Into a Private Practice
Hope in the City – 2022
Us Too – Men’s Prostate Support Group – Speaker
Hope in the City – 2022
Breast Cancer Support Group – Speaker
Richardson Independent School District – iDream 2022 Career Conference for RISD Students and Faculty – Conference Panelist/Speaker
National Charity League Turtle Creek Chapter – 2021
Selecting a College Major – Program Speaker
Texas Counseling Association – 2020
Growth Conference – Program Speaker
University of North Texas Health Science Center – 2019
Career Readiness Conference – Keynote Speaker
Texas Counseling Association – 2019
Growth Conference – Program Speaker
Jessica Scott Smith
MEd, LPC
Jessica Scott Smith recently joined Life by Design Counseling Group, bringing with her over 15 years of counseling experience with a focus on career and personal growth. She specializes in supporting individuals through both planned and unexpected career and life transitions. Her work spans across all stages of life—from college students exploring their career paths and landing their first jobs, to women re-entering the workforce, professionals seeking a career change, managers aiming for advancement, and those searching for deeper meaning and purpose in their work.
Jessica understands that career decisions and changes significantly impact overall well-being. She takes a holistic, client-centered approach to counseling, helping clients align their personal and professional lives for greater balance and fulfillment.
In addition to career counseling, Jessica supports individuals navigating grief and loss, life after divorce, single and co-parenting, relationship challenges, and other major life changes. She is passionate about helping clients recognize patterns to learn more about themselves, identify and tap into their strengths to facilitate personal growth, and move forward with intention toward a more fulfilling life.
Professional Background
Jessica earned her Masters degree in Counseling from the University of North Texas and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. She brings a wealth of experience from her work in nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and higher education institutions, where she has supported hundreds of individuals in clarifying their career paths, navigating the job search process, and securing competitive positions.
In addition to her counseling credentials, Jessica holds a business degree in Marketing from the University of Texas at Austin. She enjoys blending her background in business with her passion for counseling to help clients create meaningful, purpose-driven lives and careers.
Career Services
In all their work with clients, Donna and Jessica use their skills to help people address mental health challenges and explore their potential, find their “passion or calling” and discover their talents and strengths.
Understanding that work holds much power in our lives, Life by Design Counseling Group works to help people find meaning and satisfaction in their work and in their lives.
- Selecting a Career or College Major
- Resume Building
- Cover Letter
- Job Search Strategies
- Interviewing Strategies
- Mock Interviewing
- Evaluating & Selecting a Job Offer
- Salary Negotiations
- Financial Literacy for Teens and Young Adults
Your Investment
Initial Intake Appointment (90 minutes) – $390
45 Minute Therapy Session – $195
90 Minute Therapy Session – $390
Offering both in person and virtual appointments at the same investment rates.
Life by Design is located in Dallas, Texas where they provides in-person and telehealth service (ages 14 and up). They are currently accepting new referrals and provides a free 15-minute consultation for new clients. They can be reached at 214.960.3632 or by Email.