Carole Kaufman, LISW

Carole Kaufman is an Ohio-based licensed independent social worker (LISW) with two decades of clinical experience. She aims to make therapy approachable and direct so people can talk about what matters most. Carole creates a calm space for addressing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, eating concerns, parenting strain, and life transitions.

She spent many years in private practice and at a major health system working in inpatient geriatric and adult psychiatry before stepping away and now returning to counseling. That background means she is familiar with aging issues, caregiver stress, and challenges that come with chronic illness or sudden health changes. She also focuses on relationship strain, family of origin problems, and attachment or abandonment concerns.

Carole uses several practical ways of working to match each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered methods, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused techniques all show up in sessions as tools rather than labels. Conversations move from understanding patterns to trying small, doable changes.

Sessions often cover coping skills for midlife shifts, managing compassion fatigue, and navigating fertility or caregiver dilemmas. She is experienced supporting people through bipolar mood challenges, career stress, and feelings of guilt or shame. Carole prefers clear, step-by-step approaches alongside attentive listening.

Her style is collaborative and steady. People who want straightforward guidance and practical steps may find her approach helpful for making gradual, sustainable changes.

Practical therapy methods for online care

Carole commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an accepting, listening stance that helps people feel heard as they sort out feelings and choices.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. She works together with each person to pick methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Sessions may mix techniques so conversations and exercises match what someone wants to accomplish in therapy.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care flexible. Video lets people see facial cues and practice skills in real time. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a hands-free check-in is preferred. Live chat and messaging suit short check-ins, step-by-step problem solving, or when writing feels clearer. These options help therapy fit into busy schedules and changing life demands.