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Online therapist

Carrie Simpson

Compassionate practical support for change

Credentials
LMHC
Experience
11 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Carrie

Carrie Simpson is a licensed mental health counselor with 11 years of professional experience. She believes people bring strengths to therapy and that small steps can lead to meaningful change. Carrie offers calm, practical support while clients work through stress, anxiety, and life transitions.

She focuses on everyday problems like low self-esteem, anger, and managing addictions. She also helps with concerns around depression, attention differences such as ADHD, and questions about life purpose.

Background and approach

Communication problems, guilt and shame, and forgiveness are among the topics she routinely addresses. Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal-oriented. Carrie listens first, then helps set clear, achievable steps clients can try between sessions.

She uses evidence-based techniques to teach coping skills and improve how people respond to tough moments. Therapy is delivered in English and is based in Florida. Carrie holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and practices under FL LMHC MH14513.

Her work spans a range of emotional and behavioral concerns, with attention to practical tools parents and adults can use day to day. Starting therapy begins with a short matching process and scheduling. Carrie supports clients as they build new habits and respond differently to old patterns.

The focus is on steady progress rather than instant fixes.

Practical approaches adapted for online care

Carrie uses evidence-based techniques that teach skills people can practice outside sessions. One common approach focuses on building coping skills for stress and anxiety through short exercises and behavior changes that reduce overwhelm and improve daily routines. Another approach emphasizes improving communication and problem-solving to reduce conflict and increase clarity in important relationships. Both methods are hands-on and focus on skills rather than long lectures.

Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to identify goals and tries approaches that match those goals and preferences. If something is not working, adjustments are made so sessions stay practical and relevant to real life.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls let people see nonverbal cues, phone sessions remove travel time, and live chat or text-based messaging allow for shorter check-ins or written reflections. These options make it easier to practice new skills between meetings and to fit support into a family or work routine.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Carrie work with?
Carrie addresses stress, anxiety, depression, and anger. She also focuses on self-esteem, addictions, ADHD, and life purpose concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She starts by listening and identifying strengths. Sessions emphasize practical steps and coping skills clients can use between appointments.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Carrie has 11 years of professional work experience in mental health practice.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC MH14513, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs and starting steps handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
11 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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