Donna Atherton, EdD, CLC, MSW
Founder, CMO International Association of Hidrandenitis Suppurativa Network, Inc.
Dr. Donna Atherton is a retired psychotherapist, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized
patient advocate dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals living with chronic conditions. She is the Founder and CEO of Bath Blocc, a wellness brand offering handmade, honey-infused bath and body products for sensitive skin, and the Founder of the International Association of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Network (IAHSN), a nonprofit organization focused on advocacy, education, and mental health support for people living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS).
Drawing from her personal journey with HS, Dr. Atherton integrates holistic wellness, resilience coaching, and mental health strategies to help individuals take control of their well-being. With a warm and empowering presence, she provides coaching, creates self-care tools, and leads initiatives that amplify patient voices and promote healing from the inside out.
Dr. Atherton’s work bridges science, compassion, and community. She continues to write, speak, and lead with the belief that everyone deserves dignity, effective care, and the power to live well—no matter their diagnosis.