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Carolyn Westgate, LCPC

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About me

In my 21 years of private practice and 10 years as a Program Director of the Professionals’ Health Program I have gained extensive experience with a diverse population and diverse issues. I believe providing a nonjudgemental, empathetic, safe and accepting environment is an essential aspect of therapy.Utilizing a varied approach of therapies (I.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy Emotionally Focused Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy) help with individualizing the treatment plan. Although a seasoned therapist, I believe therapists can always learn more and have a willingness to research avenues to find the best resources for my clients.

If you do not think the therapist/client relationship is a fit, it is my job to assist you in locating a therapist that is more suitable for you.

Entering therapy takes courage as you share your life issues with a stranger. I assure you, I will listen with respect and compassion as we navigate through the journey of therapy in order for you to achieve your goals.

Professional experience

21yrs in practice

Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, Adoption and Foster Care, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication Problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Infidelity, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Social Anxiety and Phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's Issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

License information

KS LCPC LCPC 198

Reviews

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Carolyn is the best! She is so helpful and understanding!

Written on Apr 18, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue

She’s a great therapist!!

Written on Feb 12, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Very good experience

Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd

Carolyn has been so supportive she has pushed me to grow and rework my thinking to be more positive but never makes me uncomfortable and always makes me feel understood and cared for!

Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

Carolyn was wonderfully accepting and it was gratifying to have her listen to my concerns, and let me know it was ok to have been affected by my past the way that I have.

Written on Jan 18, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Carolyn listened with compassion and helped me through a really difficult time. She is caring, genuine and helpful. I would definitely recommend her to a friend who is looking for a therapist.

Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes