Carol Swanson, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Carol!

I specialize in childhood trauma, family relationships, and life stressors. My approach is client-centered. I believe everyone has personal strengths they can use to overcome any obstacles. I will collaborate with you to identify those strengths and help guide you to live a fulfilling life.

My focus

I have extensive experience working with adults who are working through their own childhood traumas.

My approach

I use the humanistic approach of therapy to meet you where you are in life. I will not judge you; I will only support you and help lead you to live the life you want.

My communication style

I would describe my communication style as a humanistic therapist; I will listen to you and support you.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have a long history of supporting others. I was encouraged by peers to seek a position in the helping profession. I love working with others and helping them through their personal traumas.

My goals for you

Goals will be established early in therapy. We will work first on the desired goal that leads you to therapy. Once we work on that solution-focused goal, we will work on the underlying issues that lead you to needing therapy.

Our first session

During the first session, you can expect some information gathering to determine the history of the presenting problem. There will also be information gathering to help identify who you are as a person and who is in your support network.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Child Abuse or Neglect

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Treatment approaches

Humanistic

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Community Counseling/MFT from University of Phoenix.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Carol Swanson