Carol Ballenger - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

16 years experience

About Carol Ballenger

Hello and Welcome! My name is Carol and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas since 2010. My experience ranges from individual and family therapy in a clinical setting to working with children and adolescents as a school- based therapist. I have helped adults, children and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication, family/ relationship conflicts, parenting, self -esteem, self-acceptance, and life goals. My approach is person centered, integrative and solution-focused tailored to your specific needs. Honesty, communication and collaboration are essential to creating a positive trusting relationship and developing the right treatment plan to identify and accomplish your short- and long-term goals. I believe we all benefit from having a caring person to listen and encourage us during difficult times. Asking for help is an integral part of self-care. Accepting help is a sign of strength and determination to make positive changes in our lives now and for our future.

Licenses

LPC

P1201015

Professional experience

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression

Additional Focus Areas

Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
ADHD

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Carol is such a kind and empathetic therapist. I genuinely feel like our sessions have helped me work through a lot and helped me build my self esteem. I look forward to talking to her every week!”

“Carol is the best! I wasn’t sure how I felt about therapy to begin with but she has been a huge help! She is always checking in on me and I look forward to our chats!”

“I look forward to therapy every week because Carol makes me feel safe and heard and really cares about helping me. I am so grateful to get to talk to her!”

“Carol is patient, personable, knowledgeable, and witty. She’s wonderful!”

“Carol is an amazing therapist, she shows so much concern, strength and love.”

“Carol has been amazing! I wouldn’t have made it where I am without her expertise. ”

“I have been counseling with Carol for a while now and cant say enough good things about her. She helped me thrive through a painful and nasty divorce and has been continually checking in on me whenever I stop reaching out myself. She is wonderful at what she does. Will continue with her for as long as I can. ”

“I talk to Carol about once a week and she never makes me feel unheard. She always is pushing me to be more positive and always listens to what I have to say. I'm in a hard place and sometimes I think I'm alone, but I know I'm not because Carol makes sure to message me and make sure I'm ok. ”

“Carol is very communicative, and consistent. I appreciate that she makes me feel heard and also offers tools and exercises to help in areas that I voice struggles in. She is easy to talk to and has an enjoyable personality, which can make hard conversations a bit more bearable.”

“Carol is amazing. She and I hit it off from the start. She is well versed and experienced in live events and situations. If I could carry her around in my pocket and ask her advise as I journey through situations, it would be best to next to our meetings. :)”

“She's really sweet ”

“She’s absolutely the best!”

“Shes amazing! ”

“Carol is very responsive not only in chatting but in what tools she can get you in order to help. She does not judge and allows you to talk through your problems in a safe and welcoming space. ”

“Carol does a great job of offering different suggestions and ways to reach me. She always checks in with me too and I appreciate that a lot. ”

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