Profile / United States
Carolyn Moore, LCSW
Arizona
LCSW - Trauma and anxiety support
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- EMDR for trauma
- Grief and loss work
About Carolyn
Carolyn Moore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Arizona with 23 years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and life changes. Carolyn also supports those facing workplace strain, parenting challenges, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues related to sexual assault and domestic violence.
She emphasizes practical steps in sessions. That can mean noticing patterns of thought and behavior, practicing new responses, and using evidence-informed tools when they fit. Carolyn blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with trauma-focused methods so clients can address symptoms and real-world problems.
Her approach is interactive and straightforward. Sessions focus on identifying specific goals, learning skills to manage distress, and reducing symptoms that get in the way of daily life. She pays attention to past experiences that still affect current choices and relationships.
Carolyn uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, trauma-focused techniques, and client-centered work when appropriate. She explains methods clearly and helps people decide what to try next. Progress is tracked through concrete steps rather than vague promises.
Clients can expect a counselor who outlines options, explains what to practice between sessions, and adjusts methods based on results. Carolyn asks for input and makes changes when an approach isn’t working. The aim is clearer thinking, fewer unhelpful reactions, and better functioning in daily roles.
How Carolyn uses structured approaches in online sessions
Carolyn commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change patterns of thinking and behavior. CBT is presented as step-by-step exercises and practical homework to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and break unhelpful routines.She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a trauma-focused method that targets distress tied to traumatic memories. EMDR sessions aim to reduce the intensity of distressing memories and the reactions they trigger, often alongside other trauma-focused techniques.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Carolyn reviews goals and preferences with each person and recommends methods to try. She adjusts plans based on what helps and what does not, so the work fits the client's needs rather than following a rigid script.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow for focused check-ins during breaks. Therapists can also adapt exercises and homework for use between sessions so progress continues outside the meeting time.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, relationship and intimacy issues, workplace problems, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to practice alternative responses. It is presented as a practical set of skills to try between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She is an LCSW with 23 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, including long-term work with survivors of physical, sexual, verbal, and emotional abuse.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Arizona and works with clients in that region as indicated by her credential and location.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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