Our Team
Meet Our Staff
A warm, family-owned practice dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care in a safe and welcoming environment.
Margaret Donald(she/her)
Founder & Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Hi, I am Margaret Donald (she/her) a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Cary NC. I am a holistic counselor whose passion is helping people. For me counseling is so much more than "just listening to your problems" — it is teaching you to advocate for yourself, set boundaries, allow your feelings and learn to love yourself.
When I think about my ideal client the first thing that comes to mind are people who are either very unapologetically authentically themselves OR who want to be. If I could do one thing in this world it would be to remove the negativity associated with the word WEIRD because I love being weird and people who are weird!
When I graduated from Walden University and started ADAC 10 years ago, I wanted it to be a warm, safe and comfortable space where ALL people could feel welcomed. Over the past 10 years I have been afforded the opportunity to work with people who identify as LGBTQ+, neurodivergent individuals, and BIPOC people — sometimes for depression, anxiety or self esteem, other times joining them on a journey to find and become their authentic selves.
If you have ever felt marginalized or unseen/unheard, I am the counselor for you. If you believe in Aliens, bigfoot, and ghosts, I am MOST DEFINITELY the counselor for you.
Free Initial Consultation — Because I firmly believe that the key to your success in counseling is the therapeutic relationship, I make the first consultation free.
Amy Brunson
Business & Office Manager
Hi my name is Amy Brunson, Business Manager here at A Different Attitude Counseling located in the heart of Cary, NC. I have 6 years of experience in the health care industry and coming up on 4 years of leadership experience. I have been working at ADAC since the pandemic in 2020.
A little-known fun fact is that A Different Attitude Counseling has grown into a family-owned business. Margaret Donald is the owner of this beautiful counseling company and she just so happens to be my Mother-in-law. I stepped up to help handle all of the back-end responsibilities such as billing, insurance claims, client intake, and employee payroll — ensuring that Margaret was able to focus on providing the best possible care for her clients.
My family and friends know that I am a ride or die Harry Potter fan. They would also tell you that I have a warm personality and like to keep a positive attitude. The cup is always half full in my head. I am so glad you stumbled upon our website — let's get you set up with a free consultation!
Kimberly Hayes
Counseling Intern
Hello! I'm Kimberly Hayes and I'm currently a graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wake Forest University.
I am passionate to work with clients who are working through trauma, anxiety, and depression. I believe everyone deserves to feel comfortable, supported, and like they belong, and my goal is to help create that kind of healing space.
I genuinely enjoy connecting with people, learning their stories, being present with them, and being the ears or the voice they need in that moment. Helping individuals transform into the best version of themselves feels like my purpose. I'm grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside people who may feel alone and to help them leave each session feeling more empowered, grounded, and stronger than when they first stepped through the door.
Ready to Take the First Step?
We'd love to connect you with the right counselor for your needs. Reach out today to schedule your free initial consultation.