Carla Harper , LPC

Carla Harper is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a broad foundation of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. She concentrates on mood and anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and individuals on the Asperger/Autism spectrum, approaching mental health with a holistic lens that considers mind, body, and spirit as interconnected elements of well-being.

As a relationships-based counselor, she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop practical skills for managing everyday challenges. Her background includes substantial work with adolescents who have experienced physical or sexual abuse, varied forms of trauma, dysfunctional family systems, and physical disabilities. She also addresses teen social concerns, divorce and couples issues, and behaviors related to self-harm.

Carla emphasizes building a strong therapeutic connection to foster an honest environment for growth and self-understanding. Her practice centers on skill development and collaborative exploration of needs and goals so individuals and families can identify strategies that support healthier functioning and improved relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Carla Harper uses several evidence-informed approaches to guide online therapy. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where clients can explore their feelings and goals; it is helpful for building self-awareness and strengthening personal resources. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it practical for managing anxiety, mood concerns, and everyday stress. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes concrete goals and small, achievable steps so clients can see progress quickly and develop coping strategies for specific problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carla collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailors the methods she uses to fit the situation. This collaborative stance helps determine which techniques will be most useful over time.

Online therapy with Carla is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.