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Kathy Carroll, M.Ed.

Because sometimes we just need someone to be there...

A few years ago I was experiencing some life transitions and a friend shared with me a question that I embraced and continue to "answer."

"What Would You Attempt To Do;
If You Knew You Could Not Fail?"
(Author unknown)

Like many of you I have a mortgage, bills, a kid two years from college and life's usual responsibilities. As I thought about the second half of my life I felt compelled to explore the above question and be remain open to new possibilities and opportunities.

Specifically...

• How did I want to live the rest of my life?
• What attitudes would I need to shift?
• What priorities would I need to change?
• Most importantly, how could I "ponder" these questions and still take care of my responsibilities?

I know that many of you are experiencing these same thoughts, questions, and challenges. I believe that the counseling relationship can create a safe, productive environment for you to search for your own answers.

My Counseling Philosophy & Values

I believe that most individuals experience a time in their lives when they can benefit from working with a trained counselor. Individuals may come to counseling as a result of a significant loss, family stress, "normal" life transitions, or many other reasons. I believe that individuals are inherently capable, caring, and seeking social connection. The relationship between a counselor and their therapist allows people an opportunity to work through barriers and concerns that are stopping them from enjoying their lives.

I use an eclectic approach to counseling drawing on my training in:

• Developmental Counseling
  Whether we are an infant or an elder, we are all moving through developmental stages. As a therapist it is important that I understand these stages and also realize when an individual is "stuck" at a stage that may be causing them problems.
• Solution Focused Therapy
  There are times when an individual comes to therapy with a specific issue or concern. A strong component of Solution Focused therapy is the development of problem solving skills.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy There are times when individuals thought patterns (cognitive) are not congurent with their behavior. For example, the meaning we may put to our behaviors and/or the behaviors of another are not reasonable, rational and/or healthy.
• Person Centered Therapy The theraputic relationship must be based on respect, honesty, and the active participation of the client and the counselor.

Education, Certification and Professional Associations

Licenses to Practice and Registrations

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