Hi, I’m Danielle.

I’m Danielle MacDonald, founder of Compass Therapy PLLC and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Salem State University and my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of New Hampshire. I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based therapy that helps people process difficult experiences and the negative beliefs that can develop from them.

I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life transitions, using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other evidence-based, strengths-based approaches tailored to each person’s unique needs. I believe that many of the challenges we face today are shaped by past experiences that influence how we view ourselves, others, and the world around us. Together, we’ll work to better understand those experiences, process what’s keeping you stuck, and build on your existing strengths so you can move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience. Healing doesn’t mean erasing the past—it means learning that it no longer has to define your future.