Carrell Frederick, LCMHC

Carrell Frederick is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in North Carolina who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger, and depression. She also focuses on helping clients strengthen self-love and build everyday coping skills.

She takes a straightforward, compassionate approach. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use between appointments. Carrell emphasizes understanding each person’s story and existing strengths before trying new strategies.

Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, using clear tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. This often includes setting small goals, experimenting with new habits, and tracking what works and what doesn’t.

With 14 years of clinical experience, Carrell has supported many people through common life stresses and mood concerns. She frames progress as a series of manageable changes rather than quick fixes.

She also brings a culturally responsive perspective to therapy, paying attention to identity and lived experience when shaping treatment. That means tailoring suggestions so they fit a person’s life, values, and background.

To start, Carrell asks about current struggles and priorities, then builds a plan together. The focus is on usable skills, clearer thinking, and small, steady improvements.

CBT-informed care delivered online

Carrell uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice the thoughts and habits that keep them stuck. CBT focuses on practical exercises - identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing new ways of behaving, and setting small achievable goals. This approach is often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and improving self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Carrell collaborates with each person to choose techniques that match their goals and daily life. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan until it fits the client’s needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits for this style of work. Video calls let the therapist and client use worksheets, screen sharing, and real-time coaching. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging support ongoing skill practice, check-ins between sessions, and quick reminders about homework or coping steps. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep momentum between appointments.