Works with
How Carol works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCMHC, LMFT
- Licensed in
- North Carolina
- Years in practice
- 15
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Carol
Carol Holder is a licensed clinician in North Carolina with 15 years of professional experience. She holds LCMHC and LMFT credentials and focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and related concerns. Carol aims to treat each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
She keeps conversations simple and practical. Sessions focus on what feels most urgent for the person in front of her. Carol works to shape a plan that fits each person's life and goals rather than following a fixed script.
Background and approach
Her work commonly addresses relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. She also supports people managing ADHD, bipolar challenges, self-esteem issues, and compassion fatigue. She uses an adaptable mix of methods to help people build skills and make steady changes.
Carol draws on Client-Centered Therapy to center the person's own perspective and priorities. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. Elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing are used when learning new coping tools or when someone wants help staying motivated for change.
People who choose Carol should expect a straightforward, collaborative approach. She listens first, then helps design steps that fit daily life. The aim is steady progress on concrete problems, one step at a time.
What Carol works with
Everything Carol lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Carol's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
Approaches Carol lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Client-Centered Therapy centers conversations on the person's own goals and experiences, helping them feel heard while deciding what changes matter most. This approach is useful when someone needs a space to sort priorities and feel respected during hard decisions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more helpful alternatives. CBT is often used for stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and problems with daily routines because it offers clear steps and homework that can be practiced between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person's needs, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. That collaborative process makes it easier to pick tools that fit each person's life and preferences.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video works well for in-depth conversation and teaching skills that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging allow brief midweek support or ongoing check-ins without scheduling a full session. These options are designed to make care more flexible and easier to fit into a busy life.
Questions people ask about Carol
What kinds of problems does Carol help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem, bipolar issues, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She takes a collaborative, straightforward approach that focuses on practical steps and skill building. Conversations are shaped around each person's priorities and daily life.
What is her professional background?
Carol has 15 years of professional work experience helping people manage emotional and life challenges.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds LCMHC and LMFT credentials and is licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported and can she see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently seeing international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies 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, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.