Carley James Bruner

Experienced LMHC blending practical strategies and empathy

LMHC Washington

Experience: 15 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Carley

Carley James Bruner is a Washington-licensed therapist who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, trauma and depression.

Background and approach

With 15 years of clinical experience and an LMHC credential (WA LMHC LH60129903), she centers work on clients' strengths and personal knowledge of their stories to support meaningful change. She combines practical, evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and EMDR to tailor care to each person's needs.

Carley emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and skill-building, helping clients develop coping strategies, improve communication, and process difficult experiences. Her style invites courage and gradual progress while honoring the client's pace and priorities.

Carley accepts international clients and offers flexible session formats to fit different schedules and preferences. Prospective clients in Washington and beyond can expect a practitioner who blends clinical tools with empathy and a focus on practical outcomes.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Carley commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for reducing anxiety, managing stress, and changing behaviors. She also draws on EMDR when processing traumatic memories, using structured techniques to support emotional processing and reduce distress associated with past events.

Finding the right approach is framed as a collaborative process. She works with clients to explore which methods feel like the best fit for their goals and life circumstances, adjusting techniques over time based on progress and preference.

Online therapy with Carley is delivered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to access therapeutic tools and consistent support without rearranging major commitments, and they allow for ongoing skill practice and check-ins between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Carley works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and depression, alongside a range of related focuses such as attachment issues, caregiver stress, and impulse control.

How would she describe her therapeutic approach and style?

The approach blends practical, evidence-informed methods like CBT, DBT, EFT, and EMDR while emphasizing collaboration, skill-building, and clients' existing strengths.

What is her professional background and experience level?

She brings 15 years of professional experience working with individuals facing anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges.

What credentials and location apply to her practice?

Carley is an LMHC licensed in Washington with licence number WA LMHC LH60129903 and practices from that regional base.

Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English, and she does accept international clients.

Which session formats does she offer for online work?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

What should I expect about cost and scheduling?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks PhobiasPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English