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.
Career Services
In all her work with clients, Donna uses her 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, Donna 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
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.
Your Investment
Initial Intake Appointment (90 minutes) – $350
45 Minute Therapy Session – $175
90 Minute Therapy Session – $350
Virtual appointments are available at the same investment rates for extenuating circumstances.
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