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Carolyn Cates, 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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Carolyn. View 3 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida and Ohio

Recent reviews

Carolyn is awesome! So kind and caring!

Reviewed August 2024

Carolyn is patient and understanding and really sees the big picture. She helps me with my goals and focus as well as my attitude.

Reviewed April 2024

More about Carolyn

  • 19 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LISW

I am licensed in Ohio with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues

Licenses

Carolyn Cates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962758656.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW18416 · Expires March 2025
  • LISW · Ohio · I.1901702-SUPV · Expires July 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 Carolyn Cates

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

Overall rating:

4.5

3 reviews

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Clients mention: Caring Compassion Great Understanding Great listener She helps

Carolyn is awesome! So kind and caring!

Reviewed August 2024

Carolyn is patient and understanding and really sees the big picture. She helps me with my goals and focus as well as my attitude.

Reviewed April 2024

Carolyn is a great listener and provides compassion and kindness!

Reviewed September 2023

How was your experience with Carolyn?

Frequently asked questions

Does Carolyn Cates offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Carolyn Cates 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 Carolyn Cates speak?

Carolyn Cates speaks English.

How many years of experience does Carolyn Cates have?

Carolyn Cates has 19 years of experience.

Where is Carolyn Cates licensed to practice?

Carolyn Cates is licensed to practice in Florida and Ohio.

Does Carolyn Cates accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Carolyn Cates 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."

How can I communicate with Carolyn Cates?

Carolyn Cates 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 Carolyn Cates?

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.

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
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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.