I have a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board Certified Counselor with 11 years of professional work experience.
I spent 8 of those years working with a nonprofit organization, helping adults and students with disabilities learn valuable interpersonal skills for the workplace. I worked with groups and individuals and also taught social skills classes in local schools.
I have been in solo practice since 2022, working with BetterHelp clients and in my own private practice.
Prior to my work as a therapist, I had a career in education, and hold Bachelors and Masters degrees in instrumental music education. I still enjoy playing and performing, but I am a teacher at heart!
I have experience in helping clients with ADHD, stress, anxiety, and depression, parenting issues, anger management, life changes, relationships, and career difficulties.
I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, meaning I've received specific training to help adults manage the problems that come with a diagnosis of ADHD.
I try to work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Living an active lifestyle is very important to me, and as such, I am interested in the effects of exercise and nutrition on mental health. I love helping clients set goals to improve their mental health, as well as their overall wellness.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
10 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD)
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Bipolar disorder, Executive and professional coaching, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Social anxiety and phobia, Visually impaired, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Donald "Bo" Hardy. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Bo is amazing. An incredible listener who provides top level service
Written on Aug 28, 2026 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
I have only had 2 appointments with Bo so far, and both times have exceeded my expectations. He is knowledgeable understanding, and empathetic. Both has been able to find in person resources for me in my area for things that I would benefit from, and that tells me hes willing to go out of the way to take care of his patients. It makes me feel seen and heard.
Written on Aug 28, 2026 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Bo is a friendly, helpful therapist. He understands my issues and provides me references to tools and techniques to deal with my difficulties. He is always ready to offer me better perspectives on dealing with what makes my life harder than it needs to be. He's easy going and as a married male adult can understand my situation and experiences. I feel that Bo has my best interests in mind and will continue to offer me ways and solutions to make my life better and me happier.
Written on Aug 18, 2026 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 6 months on issues concerning adhd
I feel like he truly listens to me. He is very personable and has helped me a lot.
Written on Aug 05, 2026 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and adhd
Very helpful, responsive, and holds me accountable.
Written on Jul 09, 2026 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Talking to Bo is like talking to an old friend. He is a great listener and helps keep things in perspective. He does a great job of staying objective while sympathizing with what you’re feeling. All his suggestions have been helpful, and I look forward to working with him more in the future!
Written on Feb 05, 2026 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
I felt instantly comfortable and like I was speaking to an old friend, and am glad that we were able to connect on several levels with family, hobbies and other things so that my experiences were relevant and could be used as context.
Written on Dec 26, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Excellent listener. Great advisor.
Written on Dec 23, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
I have gotten to know Bo over the last few months and he has at times just listen to me spill my heart out but also at times been able to contest things to allow me to think past my emotions, I would highly recommend Bo to anyone
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coaching
Great service!
Written on Jul 02, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Bo compassionate, empathetic, attentive and respectful.
Written on Mar 29, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Bo is great! Listens well, offers specific suggestions and provides additional material that I have found helpful.
Written on Mar 26, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 10 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and coaching
Bo is great. Highly recommend.
Written on Jan 22, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Bo was great at asking the right questions and sending helpful information for me to think about.
Written on Jan 10, 2025 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’ve only had a couple sessions with him but he seems to really know what he’s doing. He listens and helps guide the conversation when I kind of blank on things.
Written on Oct 18, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
He is a very nice guy, and he provides a lot of great insight. Very professional and highly recommended.
Written on Sep 29, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Great
Written on Sep 22, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr Hardy is professional, friendly & supportive
Written on Sep 17, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Bo is a great listener and communicator via message. He gives great tools and I enjoy therapy sessions with him.
Written on Jul 23, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Very friendly.
Written on Jul 08, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Donald has provided me with really good materials that can be applied to everyday life that are extremely advantageous for improving on certain issues. I will say that his approach is very affective for me personally.
Written on May 11, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Bo is absolutely phenomenal! I feel heard and understood every session we have. He listens and gives great advice and has drastically been a huge help in changing my mental well-being!
Written on Feb 26, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Donald “Bo” Hardy was absolutely fantastic and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a top tier therapist. Great listener, attentive, professional, and highly skilled at getting you to the root of the problem. 100% Reccomend
Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Bo had a palpable empathetic and authentic presence from the moment he introduced himself over both text and video chat. I feel extremely safe confiding in him. He knows how to empower me to navigate my own healing and brings me to my own attention through gentle guidance. I'm inspired by him to show up for our meetings exactly as I am and that allows me to be so present during my sessions. I would highly recommend him to anybody, and I feel fortunate that we have been able foster such a wonderful client/ therapist relationship.
Written on Oct 17, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Excellent person to work with
Written on Sep 25, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
Bo is very attentive and positive. He has a sound approach and discussion to influence positive results.
Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very responsive, respectful n trying to help me work thru my issues.
Written on Aug 02, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigu
Great at Helping with work place relationships, and future planning.
Written on Jul 21, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I'm so glad I reached out to Betterhelp. My therapist is wonderful! He has a calming effect when I talk to him. I know I'm being heard and he offers a variety of options to help me through my issues. In just a short amount of time that I've been with him, I'm already seeing great results!
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Awesome guy! Non judgemental, understanding and easy to talk to. I couldn’t recommend him enough!
Written on May 20, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Donald was a great and I appreciated his support.
Written on May 13, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Bo is a very insightful and thoughtful therapist. He checks in on you between sessions and seems to genuinely care about his clients.
Written on Apr 11, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Mr. Bo has been very helpful and also understanding of my schedules.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and adhd
Has expertise is a wide range of areas and is very respectful and supportive. He reaches out and checks in with me if he hasn't heard from me in a few days to see how I'm doing
Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Donald "Bo" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
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