Dr. Rhonda Carter , LPC

Dr. Rhonda Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 16 years of experience in community mental health, crisis intervention, and stabilization services. She provides individual and group therapy to children and adolescents, adults, couples, and families, offering a welcoming space to express difficult feelings, unburden, and explore what may be keeping someone from moving forward in personal or professional life.

Her clinical work spans a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, parenting and blended family issues, LGBT and gender identity matters, life transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and aging and geriatric issues. Dr. Carter integrates approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients develop practical coping skills, strengthen communication, and pursue meaningful change.

She takes satisfaction in seeing individuals evolve toward the goals they set for themselves and approaches each person with empathy, respect, and a focus on collaborative problem solving.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Dr. Rhonda Carter

Dr. Rhonda Carter uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts and feelings arise; this approach is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. She also practices Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore their experiences and build self-understanding, often helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core method she employs to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Carter works collaboratively with each person to determine which combination of techniques best aligns with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet people where they are - whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from a convenient location.