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Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Carolyn 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 Carolyn. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Way back in the ‘90s I started seeking a therapist to help me become the man I could be. After several attempts to find the right therapist I discovered Dr. Greenleaf. Visiting with Dr. Greenleaf was 2 of the best decisions I made in my life. I saw her for a while and my life improved so I stopped seeing her. Ooops, I still needed more work so I returned for more deep recovery work. There are certain tools for specific work to be done and Dr. Greenleaf knew exactly how to deal with my denial and other issues. She never once took the BS we try to feed others but saw right through it and always used the right tools for the situation. I am happily married and have told my wife wonderful stories of what this great therapist did to improve my life. My wife actually said to send the good doctor a truly heart felt thank you. Life is much better and I am having the time of my life. Thank you Dr. Greenleaf.

Reviewed November 2024

Has helped me so much in such a short time. I’m truly grateful for her as a person as well as my therapist.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Carolyn

  • 40 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas. I've worked as psychotherapist and crisis interventionist in the Dallas Metro area since 1979. I work with clients presenting with a broad range of issues, including depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, marital and family problems, trauma and stress disorders, post-trautic adjustment disorders, and bereavement.

My counseling style is interactive and straight forward. Person-centered and cognitive behavioral theories of psychotherapy are my primary approaches to treatment. Person-centered therapy is used to build and maintain a healthy therapeutic relationship and cognitiv behavioral therapy is used to explore and expose destructive self-defeating thinking and coping behaviors. I also believe humor is the "spoonful of sugar" that helps the medicine go down.

Clients tell me I am a kind person. I appreciate that because I genuinely care about others and want to help them when I can.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Life purpose Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Mood disorders Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295807758.

  • LCSW · Texas · 11120 · Expires February 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 Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf

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

Overall rating:

5.0

20 reviews

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Way back in the ‘90s I started seeking a therapist to help me become the man I could be. After several attempts to find the right therapist I discovered Dr. Greenleaf. Visiting with Dr. Greenleaf was 2 of the best decisions I made in my life. I saw her for a while and my life improved so I stopped seeing her. Ooops, I still needed more work so I returned for more deep recovery work. There are certain tools for specific work to be done and Dr. Greenleaf knew exactly how to deal with my denial and other issues. She never once took the BS we try to feed others but saw right through it and always used the right tools for the situation. I am happily married and have told my wife wonderful stories of what this great therapist did to improve my life. My wife actually said to send the good doctor a truly heart felt thank you. Life is much better and I am having the time of my life. Thank you Dr. Greenleaf.

Reviewed November 2024

Has helped me so much in such a short time. I’m truly grateful for her as a person as well as my therapist.

Reviewed November 2024

A wonderful therapist who is patient, kind and funny to boot.

Reviewed November 2024

Thanks to Dr Greenleaf I have been able to get back to enjoying life without feeling anxious all the time like I was before starting therapy. Couldn’t have a better therapist than I have with Dr G!

Reviewed April 2024

Dr Greenleaf is kind, understanding, listens and is personable. Her conversations are natural, which has helped me open up. She has given me her undivided attention, unlike other therapists I’ve seen on BetterHelp.

Reviewed February 2024

I do feel comfortable with Dr. Greenleaf after just 1 session. I appreciate her experience and her recommended approach to moving me forward.

Reviewed January 2024

Dr. Greenleaf has been an absolute pleasure to work with! She is caring and compassionate. I am so grateful for her!

Reviewed January 2024

I have been seeing Dr. Greenleaf for about nine months and she's been an irreplaceable part of my healing journey. Her decades of expertise and experience gives me confidence to share anything with her and know that I'll be given what I need. I was lead to her by a spirit guide and I knew right away she was the therapist for me!

Reviewed December 2023

Dr Greenleaf is a kind and caring therapist,who is knowledgeable on every problem that has effected my life. I started working with Dr Greenleaf at a time when anxiety ruled my life. I couldn’t imagine therapy would change anything. I am here today, living life to the fullest, thanks to Dr Greenleaf!! I’m forever grateful!!

Reviewed November 2023

I am currently working with Dr Carolyn Greenleaf. From our first session, she has put me at ease. I have severe anxiety, and she has been so helpful . I am always peaceful and hopeful after our sessions. She has a calmness and kindness that makes getting to the root of my problems less stressful. I would recommend Dr Greenleaf , and feel so blessed to have her help and guidance!

Reviewed August 2023

Very intellectual and responsive

Reviewed June 2023

She is sweet, respectful, caring, and intelligent! Love her!

Reviewed April 2023

Dr Greenleaf is gifted at understanding the issues I am struggling with, even when I don't feel I express myself well. She helps me understand and love myself better and provides great resources.

Reviewed December 2022

Dr Greenleaf is professional, personable, kind and understanding. She’s helping get to the root cause, not just addressing symptoms. She’s a good listener but shares enough to develop a trust and bond as well.

Reviewed August 2022

Very wise, humorous, a lovely life mentor

Reviewed August 2022

Dr. Greenleaf has been extremely helpful throughout this past year in counseling. She’s helped me recognize and work through some serious traumas that happened when I was a young girl and recognize how they have effected me as an adult. I have grown in my emotional intelligence, understanding of why I act certain ways, and how to no longer associate with a younger version of myself but grow into the adult I am today. I would highly recommend her to friends seeking counseling that are willing to take a look in the mirror and work on themselves.

Reviewed July 2022

She’s been helpful in dealing with what I came to her for

Reviewed June 2022

Very professional and wise, exceptionally humorous

Reviewed March 2022

Dr. Greenleaf has the unique ability to remain professional while simultaneously being warm and personable. Several of my friends recommended Better Help and it took me three different therapist matches to find Dr. Greenleaf. I’m so glad I persisted. Though I haven’t worked with her long, I can already tell that she’s going to play an integral part in my healing journey. I look forward to my video appointments with her and appreciate her reaching out when life gets busy and I have gone longer periods of time without scheduling appointments.

Reviewed December 2021

You feel her knowledge working on you it’s incredibly powerful I feel great

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf 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 Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf speak?

Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf have?

Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf has 40 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf licensed to practice?

Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf does not accept 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 Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf offer?

Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf?

Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf 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 Dr. Carolyn Greenleaf?

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.

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