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Discover your hope

I am currently accepting new clients.  Let's work through life's challenges together. 

Are you feeling isolated or overwhelmed?  Finding it hard to motivate yourself and find a new routine? Experiencing sadness over the loss of what was? In-person sessions are my primary form of treatment but telehealth sessions are available upon request. ​ ​

My Approach

Collaborating with you to reach your goals

With a warm and empathic style, my mission is to help you discover a sense of hope and encourage you to move forward empowered to cope with life's challenges. I will help you feel understood and less alone in your journey. Together we can assess what holds you back from the freedom to live a more enriching life. We can target recurring patterns from the past that create current relational problems.

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Services

Feel understood and not judged

We can work together to improve your relationships and reduce anxiety, depression and self-defeating behaviors for you or your loved one.

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Children & Adolescents

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A safe space to share

Is your child, tween or teenager struggling with anxiety, relationships with peers, self-esteem or exhibiting problematic behaviors? We will use various interactive modes including sand-tray, games and art to help your child express feelings and struggles.  This therapy can reduce anxiety and depression, regulate emotions and enhance your child's sense of self.

Career Assessment & Counseling

Seeking new possibilities

Are you wondering if your passions, strengths and values align with your work? Are you frustrated with your current role? We can discuss your dreams and create a plan to explore these ideas. I can administer the Myers Briggs Type Indicator which generates a list of career options based on your personality preferences. Through counseling, we will generate a plan to reach your goals.

Family & Couples Therapy

Offering new beginnings and hope

Are you struggling to connect with your partner? Is there a pattern of unresolved conflicts? Let's identify areas where get you stuck, the cycles that hinder connection and use practical strategies to enhance your family relationships.  In this process, we can revitalize and invigorate your relationships. We can increase intimacy and improve communication with your loved ones.

Expertise

Over 25 years of experience.

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SPECIALTIES

Depression

Grief & Loss

Anxiety & Fear

Weight Inclusive Counseling

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Parenting Strategies

Relationship Issues

Career Stress & Transition

Career Assessment

Christian Counseling, if requested

Couples & Marital Counseling

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Sandtray & Play Therapy

Parenting Strategies

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Psychology Patient

Carter has provided a non-judgmental counseling space for me for many years! In every session, I have felt safe, heard, and cared for. She has helped me to navigate a variety of problems and I have experienced growth and freedom in areas of my life that I never believed possible. She has been a compassionate, helpful, truthful voice through the storms of life and working with her has been the best decision for my mental health recovery. Her integration of counseling methods with Christian therapy has exponentially furthered my healing and growth. I have experienced a deepening of my faith as a result of working with Carter.

FAQ

How do I schedule a session?

Visit the "Contact Me" section on the website where you can request a call or email. I schedule sessions on weekdays mainly between the hours of 9am-5pm with limited evening availability. Before your first session I will ask you to complete some paperwork.

Do you accept insurance?

I provide out-of-network, fee-for-service care and do not participate on any insurance plans. 
At your request, I will provide a statement with the information your insurance plan requires (i.e., superbill) to help you seek reimbursement. It is advisable to contact your insurance company prior to your first visit to determine how much, if any, of the visit fee will be reimbursed. Regardless of the status of your claims, you are responsible for the payment of your care.

What are the fees?

Individual Session (55 minutes)   $135

Couples Session (55 minutes)     $140

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I accept cash, check, debit and credit cards. (An additional fee is added when using a credit card.) Reduced fees are available on a limited basis.

What are your professional qualifications?

Prior experience includes working as a Counselor for two agencies. I also served as a Career Counselor and Graduate Intern Supervisor at Emory University. I have been in private practice in West Chester since 2015. I received my MS at Georgia State and an MEd from University of South Carolina.

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Useful Resources

Recommended reading on timely topics

Therapy Session

"Helping Teens Who Cut"

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Reviewed by D'Arcy Lyness, PhD

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"Social Media and Adolescents’ and Young Adults’ Mental Health"

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By Elina Mir, Caroline Novas & Meg Seymour, PhD, National Center for Health Research

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