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Caroline Motley, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Caroline is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Caroline. View 1 review
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Hawaii

Recent reviews

Caroline is incredible. I have tried other therapist before and she is the first I have really clicked with and see actionable changes in my life. She is great!

Reviewed April 2021

More about Caroline

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Hawai’i, with over 7 years experience in social services and mental behavioral health. I have worked with clients with wide ranging experiences including, stress from COVID, parenting concerns, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues, adjusting to life changes, and low self compassion. I have been a therapist for many people who have experienced sexual, and emotional abuse, child hood trauma, and have worked with many survivors of domestic violence, and women currently experiencing domestic violence.

My style is nurturing, warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, with assertiveness. I believe that therapist and client are colleagues, that my clients should play a large role in treatment planning, and know themselves best. I use interventions such as psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, solution focused, rational emotive therapy, and existential therapy. I have 7 years of experience as a yoga teacher, and can offer teachings of those practices into our sessions, such as the mind body connection, breath work, and trauma sensitive movement.

I am here to support and empower you in this journey of change, growth, and understanding yourself deeper.

I look forward to getting to know you.

"When you plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. You look into the reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water, or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. " - Thich Nhat Hanh

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Depression Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy

Licenses

Caroline Motley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225631815.

  • LCSW · Hawaii · LCSW-4596 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Caroline Motley

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

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Caroline is incredible. I have tried other therapist before and she is the first I have really clicked with and see actionable changes in my life. She is great!

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Caroline Motley offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Caroline Motley works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Caroline Motley speak?

Caroline Motley speaks English.

How many years of experience does Caroline Motley have?

Caroline Motley has 3 years of experience.

Where is Caroline Motley licensed to practice?

Caroline Motley is licensed to practice in Hawaii.

Does Caroline Motley accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Caroline Motley accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Caroline Motley offer?

Caroline Motley offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Caroline Motley?

Caroline Motley can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Caroline Motley?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.