Candace Coston

Values-focused therapist using evidence-based tools

LCSW North Carolina

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Candace

Candace Coston is a licensed clinical social worker who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship concerns, addiction, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She works with issues ranging from parenting and intimacy difficulties to career strain, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and sleeping problems, and she also addresses related areas such as attachment concerns, codependency, chronic illness, and caregiving stress. Candace blends practical symptom-focused work with attention to personal values and goals.

Her approach centers on collaborative goal-setting and skill building informed by evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered methods, and mindfulness techniques. Candace draws on these models to help clients identify meaningful values, clarify what brings joy and purpose, and develop coping strategies that match their priorities.

She brings four years of professional experience as an LCSW and holds licenses in North Carolina and Oregon (NC LCSW C011043 and OR LCSW L15705). Candace frames therapy as a partnership in which practical tools and personal values guide progress, helping clients move toward the emotional, interpersonal, or behavioral outcomes they want to achieve.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Access

CBT helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured exercises and practical skills, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and many stress-related problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that align with what matters most. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathy, active listening, and building a strong therapeutic relationship so clients can explore their own goals and solutions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then recommend or combine methods that best fit the situation. This collaborative stance helps tailor interventions so they feel relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with this clinician is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people juggling work, family, or changing schedules. These options make it possible to practice skills, receive coaching, and maintain continuity of care without needing to travel, while preserving a consistent connection with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Candace supports a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, ADHD, sleeping problems, and career or life transitions.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

She uses collaborative, client-centered work that combines skill training and values exploration, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

How much clinical experience does she have?

The therapist has four years of professional experience since obtaining clinical licensure as an LCSW.

What credentials and where is she licensed?

She is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina and Oregon with credentials NC LCSW C011043 and OR LCSW L15705 and practices from North Carolina.

Which languages are available and can she see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats does she offer?

Clients can work with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their preference and availability.

How are sessions priced and billed?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPhobias Post-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

North Carolina, Oregon

Languages

English