LPC, 22 years of experience
Hi! My name is Dr. Vicki Carter. I earned my doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Capella University, 2008. I specialize in trauma, mood and personality disorders. I have twenty years of integrative counseling experience. Integrative care speaks of treating the whole instead of individual aspects. Therefore this value speaks to exploring the physical and mental health of clients .
In our first session together, we will start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you are facing . This will help me create an individualized approach for us to work towards in future sessions .
Having worked in the field for twenty years, I have developed strong listening skills which helps me to a) understand any trauma connections and b) help create realistic and positive coping skills to improve overall wellbeing.
I love working with clients who are ready for change . These individuals may or may not be new the counseling, but are ready to take the next steps to improve their overall wellbeing.
3 ratings with written reviews
May 25, 2025
Dr. Vicki Carter is always providing great insights, assuring feedback, and a deep listening ear to all my concerns. It always feels like catching up with an old friend and I'm grateful for it
April 28, 2025
Dr. Vicky isn't like any other counselor I've had, she is welcoming, intelligent, understanding. She is very understanding of my situations and is very helpful; with her I don't feel like I'm caged in a box under a scope being dissected for answers, she makes me feel comfortable and not under a spotlight if that makes sense. I appreciate her so much!
April 26, 2025
Awesome therapist!!!! Give you empoering insight with enough authenticity that comes off so natural , that its helpful in many positive ways. My favorite therapist ever!
I have been using psychoanalysis for my practice for the past fifteen years. This process helps many clients challenge their trauma connections to improve and manage their anxiety and depression. We will use psychoanalytic to identify past trauma events and sever current trauma responses such as trust and relationship commitment fears , recurring nightmares , etc. We will then use that knowledge to change your perspectives and living patterns, which will help you lead a less trauma triggered life.
I have been using Person-centered approaches for twenty years . This approach creates stronger therapeutic engagement between client and counselor. The therapeutic engagement process consists of treating you with utmost respects, active listening skills, gentle questions to stimulate thoughts on the onset of behavioral symptoms . Clients feel " more at home " which fosters improved therapeutic connection and engagement.
CBT has been a resourceful tool within my practice for twenty years. It is a helpful tool for clients struggling with negative recurring thoughts and anxiety. We will use CBT to recognize the connections of how your thoughts and feelings influence your behaviors. We will use this knowledge to change perceptions and perspectives , which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life .
I have integrated trauma informed care in my practice for twenty years. Trauma informed care acknowledges the need to understand a client's life experiences in order to deliver effective behavioral health care. We will use this approach to improve engagement, treatment outcomes and your overall wellbeing.