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Dr. Carol Carter

Experienced psychologist focused on practical change

IN Psychologist 20041752A Indiana

Experience
25 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Bipolar
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Carol

Dr. Carol Carter brings 25 years of clinical experience to her practice in Indiana, combining evidence-based methods with a strengths-oriented mindset.

Background and approach

She is a licensed psychologist (IN Psychologist 20041752A) who uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and trauma-focused work to help people manage anxiety, stress, mood disorders, trauma, and related concerns. Her approach emphasizes practical skills and thoughtful exploration of patterns that maintain distress.

Dr. Carter has worked across a range of settings and with diverse presenting issues, including bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, anger, and compassion fatigue.

She also addresses attachment concerns, caregiver stress, life transitions, isolation, and vocational or purpose questions. She aims to meet clients where they are, build on existing strengths, and collaborate on individualized plans that reflect each person’s goals and preferences.

Clients can expect a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate clinician who values clear teamwork and incremental progress. Dr.

Carter frames therapeutic work as a joint effort that can be challenging and hopeful, and she supports clients through practical strategies as well as exploration of underlying experiences.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Carter commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors while building practical coping skills to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and reducing their ongoing impact through targeted interventions and stabilization strategies.

Deciding on the right approach is part of the therapeutic collaboration. Dr. Carter will work with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and patterns, then recommend or adapt methods that fit those needs. That collaborative exploration helps shape a plan that balances symptom relief with longer-term growth.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make therapy more flexible around work, family, and mobility constraints. These formats allow for consistent contact and the ability to practice skills between sessions, supporting continuity of care while accommodating varied schedules and communication preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Dr. Carter works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style blends practical, skill-based techniques with collaborative exploration, using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma-focused interventions to tailor treatment to each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 25 years of professional experience working in Indiana across multiple settings and with a wide range of presenting concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a licensed psychologist in Indiana with the credential IN Psychologist 20041752A and practices from within the state of Indiana.
Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
She offers several online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English