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.
Cash - $60 per session
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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.