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Vivian Carr-Allen, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue
Video Phone Messaging

About me

As a licensed therapist with extensive experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life's complex emotional landscapes. My professional journey spans over four decades, during which I've developed deep expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, stress management, and career transitions.

I am particularly passionate about working with adults, helping them explore meaningful strategies for emotional wellness and personal growth. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on empowering clients to develop resilient coping mechanisms during significant life changes.

Drawing from years of clinical practice, I offer a warm, understanding environment where individuals can explore their challenges and discover inner strengths. My therapeutic style emphasizes personalized support, recognizing that each person's journey is unique and valuable.

I am committed to walking alongside my clients, providing thoughtful guidance and evidence-based strategies to help them move toward greater emotional balance and personal fulfillment. Together, we can work to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and healing.

Professional experience

45 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, ADHD

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

CT LCSW 2546

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Vivian Carr-Allen. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Best therapist I’ve ever had

Written on Oct 06, 2025 after therapy with Vivian for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

Vivian is easy to talk to

Written on Sep 18, 2025 after therapy with Vivian for 3 years and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

I’ve had a wonderful experience with Vivian. She understands how Inthink and is able to give me the tools and language that i need to go from negative thoughts, to positive thoughts. She has a good ear for listening but is able to offer concrete solutions and advice.

Written on Jun 02, 2025 after therapy with Vivian for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Vivian has helped me gain insight into thoughts, feelings and behaviors and to practice real solutions for anxiety and stress relief

Written on Mar 29, 2025 after therapy with Vivian for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Vivian has been extremely helpful to me and given me a safe place to express my feelings

Written on Feb 12, 2025 after therapy with Vivian for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes

Respectful and prompt

Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Vivian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts