Clients say this provider is
Hi! My name is Cara and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, holding my license for over 20yrs. I have worked with those battling addiction, adults and adolescents who struggle with depression, anxiety and conflict resolution. I have experience working with adolescents, families, couples and individuals. My experiences include working in outpatient, residential, in-home and most recently virtual counseling settings.
In our first session, I will gather a brief history of what guided you to seek therapy. This will be beneficial to the development of your goals and the tools to achieve them. I will also share a bit more about what to expect from me during your therapy experience as well as answer any questions you have about my process.
I believe in listening to what the client needs while also challenging them. At times I can be very direct, which has been appreciated by those I would with. I feel the way to do this is building a good rapport and to have open communication.
I look forward to working with those who are eager for change, whether this be adolescents, adults or couples. I love to help clients identify their strengths and how to utilize them for their growth.
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Anger Management
Family Conflict
Family Therapy
Grief
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sex Therapy
White
Woman
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Michigan
Texas
I believe in using support, encouragement and empathy when helping clients navigate through difficulties they are facing. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment while also being direct so we are able to develop tools and goals for change.
I utilize EFT to help clients understand their emotions and how to regulate them. I work with clients to understand their emotions, to identify them, accept them and to express them appropriately. I have found validating emotions to be beneficial in the therapeutic process.
18 ratings with written reviews
August 18, 2026
I searched for a therapist several times over the last few years. I’ve done a couple of other appointments that did not feel right for me. I found Grow Therapy and searched through probably 20+ providers. I ultimately chose Cara based on her qualifications of everything I was looking for. I just finished my second therapy session with her and she’s been great on providing feedback as well as solutions for what I am dealing with. I plan to see her weekly/biweekly indefinitely. Great therapist!
July 27, 2026
You made all those scary feelings on therapy not so scary any more! Thank you for the safe space to feel like I can talk freely! I look forward to the next session!!
July 21, 2026
The first session I've had was wonderful! She is such a good listener and open-minded. So easy to talk to.