- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Solution-Focused work
About Carmen
Carmen Garrison is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, coping with life changes, and social anxiety and phobia among other concerns. Carmen describes a collaborative, person-centered way of working and focuses on practical steps clients can take right away.
She uses clear goal-setting so progress is visible. Sessions often include mindfulness skills to help manage intense feelings and motivational interviewing techniques to strengthen commitment to change. Carmen also applies solution-focused and trauma-informed methods when past events affect day-to-day life.
Her background includes a master’s degree in clinical and counseling psychology from Chestnut Hill College and experience in community-based mental health as well as private practice. That mix informs a straightforward style that balances skill teaching with emotional support.
In the room, Carmen works with concrete tools to reduce overwhelm, improve sleep, and address problems like panic attacks, OCD symptoms, and relationship strain. She helps people develop coping strategies for parenting stress, grief, and workplace burnout.
Clients can expect conversations about goals and practical next steps. Carmen emphasizes starting small - simple strategies that fit into everyday routines. She also pays attention to identity-related concerns such as gender dysphoria and LGBT issues when they come up in work together.
Approaches used in online sessions
Carmen commonly uses client-centered work and mindfulness in her practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the individual, helping people articulate goals and take steps toward them. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills that can reduce anxiety symptoms and improve sleep.She also uses motivational interviewing to explore readiness for change and to build momentum for new habits. That approach helps when motivation feels stuck or when someone wants support making lasting shifts. Determining which methods to use is collaborative - Carmen helps clients weigh options and choose what fits their goals and preferences.
The original profile does not specify which online formats she offers, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also makes practicing mindfulness and homework tasks between sessions more convenient, since tools and exercises can be introduced and reviewed during a virtual meeting.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Carmen works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and social anxiety and phobia among other areas listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She works in a person-centered way, combining mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, and trauma-focused approaches as needed.
How much experience does she have?
Carmen has 12 years of clinical experience working in community mental health and private practice.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.