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Carolyn Drakas, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Carolyn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Great news, Carolyn is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

More about Carolyn

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am licensed in Florida with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Systemic Therapy

Licenses

Carolyn Drakas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144532417.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH7948 · Expires March 2027

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Carolyn Drakas offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Carolyn Drakas 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 Carolyn Drakas speak?

Carolyn Drakas speaks English.

How many years of experience does Carolyn Drakas have?

Carolyn Drakas has 22 years of experience.

Where is Carolyn Drakas licensed to practice?

Carolyn Drakas is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Carolyn Drakas accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Carolyn Drakas accepts 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 Carolyn Drakas offer?

Carolyn Drakas offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Carolyn Drakas?

Carolyn Drakas 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 Carolyn Drakas?

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.