Carol Fox, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Carol!

I've witnessed therapy evolve into a powerful tool for self-discovery and growth. My focus is helping you find the right path back to yourself. No matter where you are in life, therapy offers a way to reconnect with who you're meant to be.

My focus

I work with people facing life's challenges, whether trauma or changing circumstances. Those willing to explore themselves benefit most, but even those resistant to growth discover valuable insights about the why, the how, and the self.

My approach

We begin with where you are now—what brought you to seek help. From there, we explore your family system and life experiences to uncover any blocks preventing growth. By reviewing the past and focusing on conscious living, we put things in perspective so you can move forward toward your goals.

My communication style

I've been told I have a soothing voice and welcoming presence. I let you lead while I follow, support, and gently explore hurt or pain—but only when you invite it. I may ask questions or share what I notice, but you do the work, because that's when therapy truly helps.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path began in teaching, then led to school counseling and therapy. Working with divorcing families drew me to mediation and family court evaluations, developing parenting plans in children's best interest. It's been a full circle of working with children, families, and adults.

My goals for you

Goal setting is the heart of therapy, though goals may emerge after our first meeting. Once we understand your "now," we determine the "how" and "when." Goals are the bloom after planting and rain has fallen.

Our first session

We'll have a gentle introduction where we share information, answer questions, and see if this relationship feels right for both of us. The initial session is about getting to know each other and deciding if we wish to work together.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Buddhist, Christian, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Humanistic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

+ 10 more

Focus populations

Educators

Single Mother

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Family Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 56 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Counseling, California State University, Sacramento.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Carol Fox