Dr. Carrell is very kind, supportive and easy to talk to. She is knowledgeable and I’ve really enjoyed working with her on my therapy journey.
Dr. Carol Carrell, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Carol is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Carol. View 27 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and Arizona
Recent reviews
She jumped right in with me on the first appointment. She's great.
More about Carol
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I have been a counselor for 30 years with experience in treating clients from 18 months to 98 years. As a professor and supervisor I utilize a variety of modalities and believe that each client is special and unique. One approach does not fit all. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, first responders, professionals, dealing with illness and care giver fatigue, chronic pain, trasuma, abuse and addiction. I have worked with children that have faced difficult health challenges that have not only affected them but their family as well. In addition I have worked with adolescents in the juvenile justice system, learning disabilities, suicidality, LGBTQI issues, trauma and abuse. It is important to establish an atmosphere of trust and safety where adolescents can express themselves and feel heard and accepted. When working with couples it is important to establish an atmosphere that is safe to explore the family issues. I work with couples that have chronic medical issues that have caused stress and communication problems. It is important to address the caregiver fatigue aspect in chronic medical issues. In addition, is important to identify and strengths that each brings to the relationship and how to communicate effectively. Communication is a key element in being able to set goals and move forward in their relationship. I have worked with LGBTQI clients in their process of coming out to their family and community. Therapy is a gift that you give yourself. I look forward to working with you to work towards the change you desire
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coaching
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Carol Carrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659691400.
- LMFT · California · 29475 · Expires September 2025
- LMFT · Arizona · LMFT-15478 · Expires May 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Carol Carrell
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Carrell is very kind, supportive and easy to talk to. She is knowledgeable and I’ve really enjoyed working with her on my therapy journey.
She jumped right in with me on the first appointment. She's great.
Dr. Carrell is the best therapist. She listens, understands what I want to work on and gives me practical tools to help me. Since working with her, I’ve become more confident and I’ve been able to embrace my own authenticity resulting in greater success and stronger relationships with those around me.
Dr. Carrell is kind and knowledgeable, approaching each session with structure, introspection and gentle challenging. Because of her expert method, I've found myself growing stronger, gaining more understanding in myself and, as a result, more confidence. She changes lives and makes a difference one session at a time.
I love this lady because she helps you see from different lenses and is easy to talk to.
Dr. Carrell was very helpful. She offered insight and suggestions that I found very comforting and actually quite simple to implement. Her manner is very direct and very kind. I’m grateful for her help.
She is amazing. Simply put she listens and understands you without making you feel bad about what you’re saying. She’s a straight shooter I would say.
Wonderful experience and pleasure to interact with
She is a great therapist and I’m happy to be back.
Highly recommend. Dr Carrell is a very authentic personality with a wide variety of experience. She’s very real and doesn’t best around the bush. Thank you for all of your help!
She is caring and understanding while still asking the hard questions. I always feel better after speaking with her.
Dr. Carrell is the best and most well rounded therapist I have ever seen (and trust me, I have seen quite a few.) She is very attuned to client needs and is incredible at making therapy feel like a safe space to share what is on my mind or heart. She not only is a fantastic listener but is a deeply interesting person with a lot of insight on life and patience for her clients.
She is human. And in so many situations it feels that when you are having a hard time, you cannot be human. So when you reach out for help, there is a stereotype that the people who are helping you are robots. She is not, and she's a crack up!
She's eager to listen, makes you feel heard, and wants you to feel respected and safe. She's been easy to open up to and I've been looking forward to our sessions every week.
Dr. Carrell is professional, understanding and easy to open up to about the issues that I have been having. She also takes a real interest in the thing that help me and that I enjoy in my life. So far she has helped me to better express and explain the way that I feel. I feel like we have great conversations and she assists me through some of the more difficult emotional traumas.
The dr. Has helped me and been by my side. Shes genuine . I need that.
Dr. Carrell is the absolute best. She’s a great listener and understands the situation well. She makes the difficult topics easier to talk about due to her welcoming personality. I really enjoy our sessions.
Dr. Carrell has truly helped me so much already in the short time I’ve worked with her. She has a great sense of humor so sessions never feel awkward!
Dr. Carol has been there for me from day one. Its important to have a connection with my counselor. Im glad for that.
Dr. Carrell has been amazing. She’s helped me so much through these tough times. We have made lots of progress and have had many breakthroughs. She has changed my opinion greatly of therapists and the help they can provide. She is one of the best around. I would not be where I am without the help of her.
Thank you Dr. Carrell !
Dr. Carol is amazing. Kind, funny, knowledgeable, empathetic. A wonderful therapist I would highly recommend.
Dr. Carrel is welcoming, honest, respectful, and compassionate. I am very glad to have been matched with her and would particularly recommend her services to anyone with mental health concerns combined with chronic pain or illness.
Highly recommend Dr Carrell. She is courteous and very insightful.
Dr. Carrell is a great therapist who’s cares about her patients. She listens and talks you through your situations. She’ll ask the hard questions in a manner that makes you want to answer them. I always feel better coming out from a session.
She’s great! She’s been a great help!
Dr. Carrell is a perfect match for what I need in my life right now for therapy. I’m very pleased with her. She’s extremely supportive, and gets me.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Carol Carrell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Carol Carrell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Carol Carrell speak?
Dr. Carol Carrell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Carol Carrell have?
Dr. Carol Carrell has 30 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Carol Carrell licensed to practice?
Dr. Carol Carrell is licensed to practice in California and Arizona.
Does Dr. Carol Carrell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Carol Carrell does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Carol Carrell offer?
Dr. Carol Carrell offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Carol Carrell?
Dr. Carol Carrell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Carol Carrell?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.