Carmella Carter, LCSW — Therapist in North Carolina

Hi there, I'm Carmella!

Carmella Carter is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience serving individuals, families, and communities in Raleigh, North Carolina. With a strong foundation in social work principles and a commitment to promoting mental health and well-being, Carmella offers compassionate and client-centered therapy.

My focus

Carmella believes in the inherent resilience and strengths of her clients. She works collaboratively with individuals and couples to uncover their abilities and resources, fostering growth, healing, and meaningful connections. Her goal is to support clients in achieving greater self-awareness, emotional fulfillment, and healthier relationships.

My approach

Carmella utilizes an integrative and client-centered approach, drawing from various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Narrative Therapy. She creates a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

My communication style

Carmella is deeply committed to social justice, empowerment, and advocacy. She believes in the inherent worth and resilience of every individual and strives to create a therapeutic environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Carmella is dedicated to helping her clients navigate life's challenges.

My journey to mental healthcare

Carmella's journey to becoming a therapist has been characterized by dedication, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to overcome adversity and achieve greater well-being. Her holistic approach to therapy, rooted in social justice values and a strengths-based perspective, reflects her belief.

My goals for you

Carmella's approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive. She works with clients to identify their unique strengths, values, and goals, empowering them to overcome obstacles, improve their mental health, and enhance their overall well-being. Carmella supports her clients in creating positive change.

Our first session

Carmella tailors her therapeutic approach to meet the specific needs and goals of each client. She provides a warm, empathetic, and culturally sensitive environment where clients can explore their concerns openly and work towards personal growth and healing. She guides her clients toward greater insight, resilience, and positive change.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

+ 4 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Educators

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

United Medical Resources (UMR)
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 42 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of South Carolina at Columbia.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Carmella Carter