Works with
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Years in practice
- 20
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Carolyn
Carolyn Ellis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 20 years of professional experience based in Florida. She works with people facing depression, anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Carolyn also helps clients dealing with anger, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and concerns like ADHD and bipolar symptoms.
She began her career in school settings and mental health agencies before moving into independent practice. That range of experience means she is used to practical, down-to-earth problem solving.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on what people want to change and on steps they can try between meetings. Carolyn favors approaches that are straightforward and goal-oriented. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior.
She uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set small, concrete goals and build on strengths. Her style is warm and respectful. Carolyn tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.
She emphasizes clear skills and small experiments that can reduce distress and improve daily routines. People who come to her often want practical tools for managing mood, anger, and stress as well as help with communication and life changes. Carolyn aims to empower clients to make steady progress toward clearer goals and better coping.
To begin, she asks about current concerns, goals, and what has worked in the past. From there she helps set focused steps that fit each person’s life and priorities.
What Carolyn works with
Everything Carolyn lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Carolyn's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- ADHD
- Adoption and foster care
- Blended family issues
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Intellectual disability
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Self-harm
- Women's issues
Approaches Carolyn lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Carolyn’s approaches fit online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and responding to each person’s needs. It helps when someone needs to be heard and to shape goals at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches people to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress-related problems. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical steps and short-term goals that build momentum and confidence.Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Carolyn will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then recommend strategies that fit. The plan can change as progress is made, so therapy stays focused on what matters most to the client.
Online formats offer real flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and guided skill practice. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth or screen time is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to check in between sessions, share quick updates, and get brief coaching during a tough moment. These options help people fit therapy into a busy life while keeping attention on practical change.
Questions people ask about Carolyn
What kinds of concerns does Carolyn address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, grief, parenting challenges, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, career concerns, bipolar and ADHD related challenges, and life transitions.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is warm and straightforward. Sessions focus on setting clear goals, teaching practical skills, and trying small steps between meetings.
What is her professional background?
Carolyn has 20 years of experience working in schools, mental health agencies, and independent practice, giving her a broad view of client needs across settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
Carolyn meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
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?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.