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Dr. Carrie Willey, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Carrie 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 Carrie. View 4 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and New Mexico

Recent reviews

Dr Willey, in addition to being a certified counsellor with many titles, is also very well read and updated on the latest therapeutic methods. She is an intuit that can sense much about you without you telling her beforehand and can bring stunning insight to areas of your life that needs improvement. Highly recommended!

Reviewed March 2019

Really empathetic and straightforward counselor. I recommend.

Reviewed March 2019

More about Carrie

  • 34 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC, LPCC

Hello, Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Dr. Carrie L Willey, Ph.D., LPC. I am also a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (retirement status) in New Mexico. I have worked extensively with The Meadows treatment facility in Wickenburg, AZ. During my tenure there, I learned the Post-Induction-Therapy process from Pia Mellody who authored "Facing Codependence". I facilitated the intensive Survivor's Workshop that was designed to assist participants in moving past childhood and adult trauma.

I have also worked extensively with Shades of Hope where the specialty is All Addictions and Eating Disorders (from anorexia, bulimia to compulsive overeating). I worked with Tennie McCarthy, founder and author of the book "Shades of Hope". I was the Clinical Director and therapist for Shades of Hope.

Culturally diverse populations are also part of my background experience. I worked for Indian Health Services in various tribal locations where I provided assessments and treatment for addictions and other mental health issues.

I have worked in the field of counseling/therapy for 34 years and have acquired an eclectic approach to counseling clients. Primarily, I employ the techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have training in Peter Levines' Somatic Experiencing, as well. I find giving assignments a valuable tool to engage the client in active participation. I draw on the strengths of the individual and focus on what is working for them and help extinguish behavioral patterns that are restricting a person from becoming all they can be.

I am an avid bicyclist and average 15-30 miles on my bike per weekend. I have ridden as much as 75 miles in one day.

I am not a religious person, but I am very Spiritual and I honor all Spiritual paths. I believe that we are not Humans trying to have a Spiritual experience, rather that we are Spirit Beings trying to be Human.

I would very much enjoy the challenge of working with you to help you become the best human that you can be.

Namaste

Specialties

Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Depression Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Dissociation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Family of origin issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Carrie Willey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609878412.

  • LPC · Texas · 64018 · Expires April 2025
  • LPCC · New Mexico · CCMH3047 · Expires September 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 Dr. Carrie Willey

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

Overall rating:

4.5

4 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Comfortable Empathetic Helped Recommend Wonderful

Dr Willey, in addition to being a certified counsellor with many titles, is also very well read and updated on the latest therapeutic methods. She is an intuit that can sense much about you without you telling her beforehand and can bring stunning insight to areas of your life that needs improvement. Highly recommended!

Reviewed March 2019

Really empathetic and straightforward counselor. I recommend.

Reviewed March 2019

She makes me feel very supported and comfortable

Reviewed March 2019

Dr. Willey is wonderful and I feel as though we have connected.

Reviewed February 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Carrie Willey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Carrie Willey 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 Dr. Carrie Willey speak?

Dr. Carrie Willey speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Carrie Willey have?

Dr. Carrie Willey has 34 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Carrie Willey licensed to practice?

Dr. Carrie Willey is licensed to practice in Texas and New Mexico.

Does Dr. Carrie Willey accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Carrie Willey 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."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Carrie Willey offer?

Dr. Carrie Willey offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Carrie Willey?

Dr. Carrie Willey 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 Dr. Carrie Willey?

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.

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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.