- Stress management
- Social anxiety
- Grief support
About Carole
Carole Bakke is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) in Nebraska with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, and shifts in self-esteem. She also lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas.
Carole uses straightforward talk and practical steps in sessions. She helps people name what feels most difficult, try small changes, and build routines that reduce overwhelm. Sessions move at a steady pace and encourage concrete skills rather than vague advice.
Background work includes addressing body image, communication problems, control issues, and the fallout of divorce or separation. She also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose. Post-traumatic stress and self-love appear among the concerns she addresses.
Her approach centers on skill-building for everyday life. That can mean practicing new ways to speak up, testing out social situations in small steps, or learning ways to manage strong feelings when they come up. Progress is measured in what a person can do differently day to day.
Carole describes her work as focused on emotional healing and clearer communication. People who want straightforward, skills-oriented conversations about anxiety, relationships, or grief may find her style a good fit.
Approaches shared online and how they help
Carole describes her work as centered on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that teach practical skills. One common approach focuses on behavioral experiments - testing small, real-world changes to see what helps reduce anxiety and build confidence. This is useful for people who find social situations or speaking up difficult. Another approach emphasizes emotion regulation strategies, which are straightforward tools to notice, name, and manage intense feelings so they interfere less with daily life.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Carole will talk with each person about what feels most pressing and try methods that match their goals and pace. Sessions are collaborative and adapt as needs and preferences become clearer.
The practical benefits of working with a therapist online include fitting sessions into busy schedules and keeping consistent momentum between appointments. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to have short check-ins, set up regular weekly sessions, or reduce travel time, which helps therapy fit into ordinary days without adding extra strain.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Nebraska
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, and self-esteem. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among her focus areas.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses practical, skills-focused conversations that emphasize small, doable changes. Sessions focus on clear steps rather than abstract theory.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a practicing therapist.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a LIMHP - Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner - based in Nebraska.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.