Therapy in Dutchess County & Across NY

THERAPY IN-PERSON IN DUTCHESS COUNTY & ONLINE ACROSS NEW YORK and florida

Something’s always felt missing

That knowing was always true 

Healing begins here

Anxiety | Relationships | EMDR

You might not be used to having someone truly see you—your emotions, your needs,

the parts of you that feel too much or not enough.

The truth is, you’re not too much. You were always enough.

This is where you begin.

Maybe you are…


  • You’re always caught in a loop of overthinking—replaying conversations, wondering if you said the right thing, and feeling that constant tug of self-doubt. It’s exhausting to keep pushing through while your mind races at night, leaving you restless and anxious before the day even begins. You might find yourself saying “yes” when you want to say “no,” only to feel drained and resentful later. 

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  • You’re feeling stuck in your relationships—with your partner, family, or even yourself. You might feel like you’re always the one trying to keep the peace, doing the emotional heavy lifting, or walking on eggshells to avoid conflict. It’s hard to ask for what you need without feeling guilty or fearing you’ll push people away. 

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  • You’ve been through a lot—maybe you experienced a difficult childhood, painful relationship, or a traumatic event that’s left a lasting mark. Maybe you’ve tried talking things through before, but the memories and emotions still affect you, even if no one else knows it. 

    If you’re ready to explore a different kind of healing that goes deeper than words, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can help you process what’s been weighing you down so you can move forward into a life that feels like yours.

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NO MATTER THE SITUATION —

at work, in your relationships, in day-to-day life—you may find yourself wondering,

“Am I doing any of this right?”

Renee MacDonald - Therapy in Dutchess County & Across NY

Hi, I’m Renee.

I’m here to help you stop overthinking, navigate the path to healing & rediscover yourself.

You don’t have to go it alone. Let’s connect to create lasting change.

I create a space where all of you is welcome, where you can learn to trust yourself and let go of the old belief that you have to be “perfect”, or make yourself small, to be accepted. My goal is to help you realize that you always have options and agency over yourself, and that this knowledge allows you to feel a bit more comfortable in the uncertainty of everyday life.

My style is warm, direct, and full of curiosity—I’ll challenge you when needed, but always with compassion. I’m not afraid to get into the deep stuff with you, but we’ll do so in a way that feels gradual and safe, not overwhelming. You don’t have to have it all figured out to start. We’ll begin where you are, and together, we can make sense of the parts and pieces that feel confusing or out of reach.

When we get curious & compassionately identify the patterns you’re stuck in, we can break them down and begin making your life your own again.

  • If you’re ready to quiet that relentless inner critic, build confidence, and create space for yourself without guilt, I’m here to help you do that.

    Learn More About Therapy for Anxiety & Stress

  • Whether you’re a couple longing to feel more connected in your relationship or an individual trying to make sense of patterns that leave you feeling unseen or unappreciated, I can help you build stronger connections, set boundaries that feel right, and create space for more honest, fulfilling relationships.

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  • When past experiences still feel raw, EMDR helps ease the intensity so you don’t have to carry that weight every day. You can do this without having to talk about all the details. It allows us to access and reprocess the old imprints that still affect us, taking away the negative emotional charge. It’s an effective tool to help process painful experiences.

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Therapy in Dutchess County & Across NY

Ready to redesign your life?

  1. Reach Out
    You can request a free consultation by clicking here. On this brief call, we can discuss what’s led you to seek therapy & you can ask any questions you may have. If we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule your first session. I offer sessions in-person in Beacon, Dutchess County & online across New York.

  2. Dive Deep
    In our sessions, I’ll gently guide you toward facing what’s going on beneath the surface. This doesn’t have to be scary, and you’ll always have a say in what we do together. Through connecting with these deeper wounds, you can finally start to heal them and find real relief.

  3. Transform
    As we continue working together, we’ll create tailored tools & strategies you can use in your everyday life to create the changes you want to see. Side effects of actively taking these steps may include more self-care, less second-guessing, a quieter mind, better communication, and more. You get to write your own next chapter.

It’s time to come home to yourself.

You don’t have to go it alone.

Let’s connect to create lasting change.