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Cara Payton, LSCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Kansas and Oklahoma

More about Cara

  • 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • LSCSW, LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 6 plus years of experience in mental health. I have experience working with those who have experienced abuse/neglect, trauma, and grief/loss. I have helped people who are struggling with PTSD, depression, and anxiety.

I have additional training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I like to work with the client to identify goals and work towards those goals together. Sometimes this means a little homework in between sessions.

Personally I am a mother and widow. I have experienced some big joys and losses in my life. Through this experience I've gained some great insight into grief/loss and life's twists.

I look forward to working with you! Please send me a message if you have any questions.

Specialties

Trauma and abuse Grief Career difficulties Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Parenting issues Depression ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Family problems Fertility issues First responder issues Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Narcissism Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Cara Payton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558023259.

  • LSCSW · Kansas · 05559 · Expires September 2025
  • LCSW · Oklahoma · 8416 · Expires December 2024

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cara Payton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Cara Payton 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 Cara Payton speak?

Cara Payton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Cara Payton have?

Cara Payton has 5 years of experience.

Where is Cara Payton licensed to practice?

Cara Payton is licensed to practice in Kansas and Oklahoma.

Does Cara Payton accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Cara Payton 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 Cara Payton offer?

Cara Payton offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Cara Payton?

Cara Payton 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 Cara Payton?

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