Alonna Donovan Makinson
New therapist

Alonna Donovan Makinson

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

·MA, LPCC
New therapist
Dumfries, VA, United States
$195 - $250
Accepting clients

About

You’re sick of feeling stuck, sad and stressed, not getting enough sleep because you stay awake worrying. At the expense of your own needs, you give so much to others and feel pulled into different directions at once. You're not even sure if you know who you are anymore. Your adventurous spirit is calling you to take some bold leaps and make some giant changes, but the thought of doing so causes anxiety, and this holds you back. There’s no award for going it alone. Let’s do it together! I’m here to help you stay true to yourself, pursue your passions, and leap into the unknown with the knowing that it will be 100% worth it. I counsel individual adults (including young adults) who are embarking on new adventures or life transitions, including divorce or job and career changes. For relationship support, I provide therapy to couples and triads. I also work with those struggling with the grief of pet loss or working in animal-related fields such as rescue or veterinary medicine. I am committed to creating an inclusive, sex-positive, environment where all sexual and relationship orientations are supported, including LGBTQ+ and non-monogamy. As a result of our work together, my clients enjoy greater self esteem and feel empowered to pursue their dreams and nurture authentic connections. Let's discuss how I may help you in counseling! Specialties: I have extensive experience working with individuals in queer, polyamorous and non-monogamous communities and am here to support you with navigating the complexities of relationships in the challenging context of a heteronormative society.

"I use a strength-based, client-centered approach that honors your lived experience and identity."

I work with

Couples
Couples
Family
Family
Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

ADHDAnxietyBody Positivity
Career CounselingCoping SkillsDepressionDivorceGriefLife TransitionsMarital and PremaritalPeer RelationshipsPersonality DisordersRelationship IssuesStressWomen's IssuesMood Disorders

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Attachment-based
Emotionally Focused
Person-Centered
Relational
Strength Based
Interpersonal
Family / Marital
Gottman Method

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online

$195

Couples Therapy

50 min · Online

$250

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · MA, LPCC

Alonna Donovan Makinson · Verified April 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended University of Cincinnati, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in , Graduated 2014

Insurance & Policies

Accepts insurance

Credit cards are kept on file and automatically charged after each session. Out-of-network clients may request a superbill in order to submit claims directly to insurance for reimbursement.

Payment Methods

Amex
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Check
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HSA
Mastercard
Visa

Location

Primary Office

Dumfries, VA, 22026

United States

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I use a strength-based, client-centered approach that honors your lived experience and identity.

I see couples, family and individual
$195 - $250 Per Session
Accepts insurance

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