Currently practicing in Japan, Florida, and Virginia

Trillium Psychology

Providing professional support to improve quality of life.

Trillium Psychology values a whole-person approach to understanding the experience of individuals and families, works to develop realistic, measurable goals and collaborates to effect positive change.

How we help

Therapy for Children and Young Adults

Helping a young human develop can come with joys and challenges.  At times, it may be difficult to know if our young loved ones are experiencing age-appropriate behavior and emotionality, or if a more significant need is present.  If your family seeks clarification or believes your young person may be struggling with an emotional or behavioral disorder, we’re here to help.

We work primarily with children and adolescents age six – 22. Our relationship begins with an intake session for parents/caregivers then typically transitions to individual therapy for the young person.  Throughout the course of our work, caregivers are frequently consulted and/or asked to join sessions.

Individual Therapy for Adults

Individual psychotherapy offers a space for adults to explore issues influencing their quality of life. If you are navigating anxiety, depression, or other challenges that are making it difficult for you to function effectively or experience happiness in your day-to-day, Trillium can help. Therapy can develop stamina, persistence and distress tolerance, and support people as they learn the tools to support themselves.

Assessment Services

Trillium Psychological Services offers gifted assessments, ADHD and autism evaluations for children.  Feedback is provided regarding the child’s strengths, learning style, educational needs, challenges, and individual characteristics.  Personalized interventions are offered.

General psychological evaluations are available for adults to guide therapy, answer referral questions and/or offer a deeper understanding of oneself.

If you or a loved one are experiencing challenges that impact your quality of life, Trillium is here to help.

Meet

Dr. McDonald

Dr. McDonald is a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Trillium Psychological Services. She works with children, adolescents, young adults, individuals, and families. Dr. McDonald is experienced with emotional/behavioral disorders, trauma, non-suicidal self-harm, suicidal ideation, OCD, personality disorders, and eating disorders.

Dr. McDonald’s career began in education. After navigating the fall of the twin towers with her students in New York City, she developed an interest in trauma and pursued school psychology. From there her passion for understanding the human experience developed and she strived to complete a Ph.D. in order to serve as many people as possible in a clinical setting.  A mother to three young people herself, Dr. McDonald has a deep understanding of the complex intersection of learning, development, mental health, personal experience, and family systems.

Dr. McDonald believes in a whole-person approach, and  strives to integrate care across educational, social, familial, and medical sectors. She believes in improving quality of life for the person, family and community.

Mental health matters. Trillium helps improve quality of life across the individual, family and community.