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Dana Carter

Florida
Texas
Tennessee
Therapist
Manage Medications:
Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma + PTSD
Late/recently diagnosed
Burnout
STYLE
Warm
Straight-Forward
Flexible
Reflective

About

I am licensed in TX, FL, and TN. Raising children and dealing with teenagers about to become adults is hard work, as is marriage and divorce. I work with adults struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, life issues and challenges. Every client is different, and so is their counseling experience. In the first session with me, I will introduce myself and ask you what circumstances have brought you to counseling. I genuinely want to know how you are doing, what you are feeling, and what you have been experiencing.

Education & Licensure
PhD in Counseling Psychology from Northcentral University. Masters from University of Texas San Antonio in counseling, Bachelors in psychology from Belmont
Treatment Approach
What motivated you to specialize in working with autistic adults?

I didn't know exactly why I wanted to become a therapist until I went through trauma. Only then did it become clear. I am currently authoring a book that will help others who are going through what I went through.

How do you bring a strengths-based, affirming approach to your client work?

Life can be hard, and unexpected changes can be challenging. I specialize in helping people, period. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I have a Scottish Terrier and a handful of chickens. My sessions are very relaxed. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything and to feel heard. I most frequently use a client centered approach as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and ACT, as these methods help me and the client build a shared understanding of their reality and allow us to work together to chart a path forward.

Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma + PTSD
Late/recently diagnosed
Burnout
STYLE
Warm
Straight-Forward
Flexible
Reflective
Dana Carter
Florida
Texas
Tennessee
Therapist