Dr. Carol Carrell , LMFT

Dr. Carol Carrell brings 30 years of clinical experience working with people across the lifespan, from infants of 18 months to older adults up to 98 years. As a professor and clinical supervisor, she draws on a variety of therapeutic modalities and tailors her approach to the individual needs of each person, believing that one method does not fit all.

Her practice has included treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, addiction, chronic pain, and caregiver fatigue. She has supported first responders and other professionals through work-related stress, and has assisted families and children navigating serious health challenges that affect the entire household. Her experience also encompasses adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system, learning disabilities, suicidality, and LGBTQI issues.

When working with adolescents she focuses on creating an atmosphere of trust where young people feel heard and accepted. In couples work she emphasizes a safe space to explore family dynamics, identify each partner's strengths, and improve communication, especially when chronic medical issues contribute to stress and caregiver fatigue. Dr. Carrell holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and she integrates that training into relational and systemic work. She looks forward to working with individuals and families who are seeking meaningful change and clearer paths forward.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Carol Carrell uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the individual's values and goals guide the work - this approach helps people build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and clarify what matters most to them. She also employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are incorporated when clients need practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Carrell works with each person to explore their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to find the best fit for the issues they want to address.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from home or another convenient location, and integrate therapy into a busy life while working with licensed professionals and experienced therapists.