Hi;
I have over 40 years of experience and expertise in the field of mental health as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have thoroughly enjoyed spending my career treating the elderly, adults, adolescents, children and their families in private practice, residential , hospital and educational settings. I've received specialized training in trauma treatment , cognitive behavioral therapy, PTSD treatment, play therapy, solution focused therapy and client centered therapy, among many other treatment modalities .
I truly believe that every individual deserves help, treatment and the opportunity for hope. I've been told , numerous times , that I possess a wonderful sense of humor; I believe that laughter , along with compassion , empathy , kindness and understanding are mandatory to be give an individual the therapeutic outcome they deserve.
I've held several administrative positions in mental health including directing a residential treatment program for severely emotionally disturbed children and years later I was the Director of Psychiatry for a major children's medical center.
I spent several years working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities helping them navigate the system and building relationships within the community.
In private practice I worked with adults struggling with relationship issues, stress issues, issues related to raising difficult to manage children and adolescents and parenting issues. I have spent 5 years working with the elderly who have been recently diagnosed with early onset dementia , Alzheimer's who are co-diagnosed with anxiety disorders and depression.
This past year has been extremely difficult for adults, children and families. As a result, it has created stressful situations for parents. If you've had difficulties with these issues , I taught parenting classes for numerous years and I'm more than happy to help with issues related to anxiety, depression and any school related problems your children or adolescents may be experiencing as a result of the pandemic.
Please feel free to reach out to me, I'm here to help.
I look forward to working with each one of you !
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LCSW 00199
TX LPC 5583
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Carolyn is an amazing person. She definitely takes her time and find ways for you to be transparent with her and yourself. Definitely recommend her to anyone.
Written on Nov 10, 2025 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and anger management
She’s the best!
Written on Oct 30, 2025 after therapy with Carolyn for 8 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and parenting issues
Wonderful, caring personality. She provides helpful tools to navigate through life.
Written on Oct 28, 2025 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Carolyn is the best! She really gets to know you as a person and helps with any need.
Written on Apr 30, 2025 after therapy with Carolyn for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief
I love Carolyn! She really listens to me and makes me feel understood. Couldn’t recommend her more!
Written on Aug 25, 2024 after therapy with Carolyn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
My life has changed for the better after speaking with Carolyn! She not only talked me through difficult times, but she also cared about my typical boring life and was there with me through it all. She is also an amazing, strong, intelligent human being who's an expert in her field and genuinely a great person.
Written on Aug 09, 2024 after therapy with Carolyn for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes