- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Kara
Kara Carola is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 14 years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions, and lists social anxiety and phobia among her areas of focus. She also addresses stress, relationships, parenting concerns, self-esteem, grief, and related issues.
Kara favors a client-centered way of working that highlights strengths. Sessions focus on identifying what already helps a person cope, then building from there. She uses clear, goal-oriented methods so people can notice small changes and take practical steps forward.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at how thoughts and behaviors interact. Mindfulness techniques are used to help people notice difficult feelings without getting overwhelmed. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who want change but feel stuck.
Kara pays attention to the relationship in the room and aims to create a trusting atmosphere. She explains ideas plainly and helps clients set concrete goals. Treatment plans reference personal strengths and concrete actions rather than long lists of concepts.
She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in prior roles and includes coaching elements when helpful. People who want practical strategies for anxiety, clearer relationship skills, or support through big life changes may find her style direct and action-focused.
How Kara’s approaches work for online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and supporting the person’s own goals. The therapist follows the client’s lead, reflects what’s said, and helps pick concrete next steps; this helps with confidence and practical problem solving.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It uses short exercises and homework to test new ways of thinking and acting, which can be useful for anxiety and social fears.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice sensations and thoughts without getting swept up by them. These skills can reduce reactivity and make social situations feel more manageable in the moment.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs and then suggest methods to try. Clients and therapist check in and adapt the plan as needed.
Confirm available session options before booking, since formats were not specified in the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life without promising specific outcomes.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Kara works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, parenting questions, self-esteem, grief, and related areas including social anxiety and phobia.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She practices a client-centered, strengths-focused approach that is also solution-focused and goal oriented.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience in the counseling field, working in roles with children, adolescents, and adults.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as session formats are not specified in the provided profile.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.