Hello, I am Candra Edwards, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in outpatient therapy. I am a proud graduate of East Carolina University (ECU), where I cultivated the foundation of my clinical expertise. With a dedicated career spanning 14 years in the mental health field, I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals, guiding them through their unique journeys toward well-being.
My passion lies in helping others reach their highest potential, fostering growth, resilience, and positive change. Through a client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic space where individuals can explore, understand, and overcome the challenges they face. I am committed to utilizing evidence-based practices and staying abreast of the latest developments in the field to provide the highest quality of care.
I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you on your path to personal growth and well-being.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our inaugural session, I prioritize the establishment of a strong therapeutic rapport by engaging in open dialogue. This initial meeting serves as an opportunity to delve into your preferences, challenges, and aspirations. Through this collaborative exploration, we lay the groundwork for a tailored treatment plan and articulate shared goals. Your active participation and input during this process are integral, fostering a collaborative and empowering therapeutic alliance.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
One of my foremost strengths as a provider lies in my adeptness at meeting clients precisely where they are in their unique journeys. I excel in cultivating a supportive and understanding environment that encourages motivation and inspiration for positive change. By tailoring interventions to individual needs and fostering a collaborative approach, I empower clients to embark on transformative paths towards their goals. This client-centered approach forms the cornerstone of my practice, ensuring a dynamic and effective therapeutic alliance.
About Candra Edwards
Address
3002 Central Heights Road, Goldsboro, NC, USAAppointments
Virtual & in-person
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for over ten years in the field of mental health. CBT is a widely used and effective therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is a flexible and collaborative approach, and interventions are tailored to each individual's unique circumstances and preferences. The following skills will be utilized to reduce symptoms and increase skills.
Cognitive Restructuring: Challenge and replace negative thoughts.
Behavioral Activation: Increase engagement in positive activities.
Mindfulness: Cultivate present-moment awareness and relaxation.
Problem-Solving: Break down challenges, find realistic solutions.
Activity Scheduling: Plan fulfilling activities for motivation.
Graded Exposure: Systematically confront fears, exposure to anxiety.
Relaxation Techniques: Practice methods like deep breathing.
Thought Records: Record, analyze, and challenge negative thoughts.
Journaling: Encourage self-reflection and awareness.
Communication Skills: Improve assertiveness and active listening.
Coping Strategies: Develop tools to manage stress and negative emotions.
Goal Setting: Collaboratively set and break down achievable goals.
Self-Monitoring: Track mood, thoughts, and behaviors for patterns.
Time Management: Enhance skills to reduce overwhelm.
Relapse Prevention: Develop a plan to avoid setbacks and identify triggers.
Positive Reinforcement: Encourage positive self-talk and self-reward.
Assertiveness Training: Teach effective expression of needs.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-centered therapeutic approach designed to elicit and strengthen motivation for positive behavior change. The purpose of MI is to:
Address Ambivalence: Explore and resolve ambivalence by weighing pros and cons of current behaviors and potential benefits of change.
Boost Intrinsic Motivation: Encourage individuals to identify personal reasons and values for change, promoting sustained intrinsic motivation.
Facilitate Behavior Change: Assist clients in transitioning from contemplation to action by addressing barriers, building confidence, and fostering self-efficacy.
Promote Autonomy: Respect individual autonomy, emphasizing collaborative exploration and decision-making rather than imposing solutions.
Minimize Resistance: Use techniques to create a non-confrontational and empathetic environment, rolling with resistance instead of confronting it directly.
Enhance Communication: Utilize specific communication techniques such as reflective listening, open-ended questions, and affirmations to foster a supportive and understanding dialogue.
Assess Readiness to Change: Evaluate an individual's readiness for change, tailoring interventions based on their position along the readiness continuum.
Adapt to Styles: Recognize and respect diverse individual styles and stages of readiness for change, employing a flexible approach tailored to each client's unique characteristics and needs.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT) is an approach that integrates principles of mindfulness into therapeutic interventions. It combines traditional psychotherapy techniques with mindfulness practices to enhance awareness, self-regulation, and present-moment focus. There are several well-known mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) being among the most widely used.
