About Ross McDonough, LCSW

Ross McDonough LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist in the state of Florida (#SW7446). He

earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Montclair State University and a Master of

Social Work (MSW) degree at New York University where he studied psychoanalytic

psychotherapy.

Ross has been practicing psychotherapy for 25 years and is currently in private

practice in Neptune Beach, Florida. He is a founding faculty member of the Social Work

Program at the University of North Florida and is an esteemed lecturer, trainer, and qualified

clinical supervisor. He has also worked as an expert witness in civil trial cases involving trauma

and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Ross is a provider of traditional psychotherapy as well as

ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in collaboration with Journey Clinical. Ross has touched the

lives of thousands of students and therapy clients over the course of his career.

He has two adult children and lives with his wife, Kate, and their dog, Gym, in Neptune Beach, Florida.

Working with Ross as a Therapist

We are all on a journey, whether we realize it or not.

“Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside awakes” – Carl Jung

For some, the distraction and pleasures of the modern world are enough. For the rest of us…

not so much. Many of us are asking existential questions in response to the profound

acknowledgement of our own mortality. How do we spend the finite number of days on this

planet? What truly brings us joy, meaning, and value? What are the barriers to deeper

intimacy and vulnerability? What do we do with our painful memories, experiences, and

trauma? How do we live a life today that we won’t someday regret?

Psychotherapy is a sacred process of looking within. We do this alongside a compassionate and

knowledgeable guide who seeks to help us unlock the answers within.

Psychotherapy has had a profound impact on my life, personally and professionally. I have

witnessed firsthand the transformation in my clients spread over 25 years of practice. I have

done my own ongoing therapy as well. I believe in what I do. Being a psychotherapist is an

honor and privilege and the work I do with my clients is deeply meaningful to me.

Whether you are considering traditional psychotherapy or Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy

(KAP), I hope you choose to extend me the honor of accompanying you on your journey of

transformation.

I work exclusively with adults in a one-on-one modality. My clients tend to be high functioning

professionals who are searching for more, in order to live a deeply meaningful life. My office is

private and discrete; centrally located in Neptune Beach on 3rd Street. Feel free to reach out to

me today to see if you and I are a good fit for this work.

Ross works closely with you every step of the way to ensure that your health and wellness are the top priority.