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Carolyn Moore

Carolyn Moore

LCSW

Therapist · Arizona · 23+ years of experience

Experienced LCSW focused on trauma recovery and coping

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  • Trauma-informed approach
  • Strengths-focused care
  • Practical coping skills

About Carolyn

Carolyn Moore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Arizona with 23 years of clinical experience. She focuses on supporting people who have survived abuse and other trauma, and those facing grief, anxiety, stress, or major life changes. Carolyn aims to make therapy straightforward and compassionate for people who feel overwhelmed.

Her work centers on building a safe, respectful space where people can talk through hard memories and current struggles. She uses approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and cognitive behavioral techniques, choosing methods that fit each person's situation. Carolyn emphasizes listening first and tailoring sessions to what a person needs in the moment.

Clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental style. Carolyn focuses on strengths and practical steps that help reduce distress and improve day-to-day coping. She also addresses issues like self-esteem, relationship and intimacy concerns, workplace stress, parenting strains, and anger.

Her background includes extensive trauma work, including support for sexual assault survivors and people with post-traumatic stress. She pairs trauma-focused therapy with concrete skills for managing anxiety, mood, and painful reminders of the past. In sessions she often blends talk therapy with specific exercises aimed at reducing symptoms and increasing a sense of control.

Carolyn asks people to approach therapy as a team effort. She helps set clear, achievable goals and adjusts plans as progress is made. People looking for steady, experienced support through recovery and life transitions will find a practical, empathic clinician ready to listen.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Credentials

Arizona

Languages

English

How Carolyn's approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration. The therapist follows the person's lead, helps clarify goals, and supports choices that feel right for the client. This approach is useful when someone needs acceptance and a steady space to sort feelings.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behavior patterns that keep problems going. Sessions include practicing new ways of thinking and short exercises to try between appointments. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, anger, and stress by giving practical tools for daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps shape session focus and the pace of work.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow more consistent check-ins. It can also let someone choose shorter or more frequent sessions when that helps with progress. Ask about available formats when starting the matching process.

At a glance

Listed location
Arizona
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Arizona)
LCSW · No. LCSW-10034
NPI
1386869303

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Carolyn help address?

She helps with trauma and abuse, grief, stress and anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, parenting strain, workplace problems, and related concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

The approach is caring, interactive, and non-judgmental. Carolyn listens first and uses techniques that match each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Carolyn has 23 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, with a long focus on trauma and abuse survivors.

What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Arizona.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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