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Dr. Carrie Allen, LPC

Texas LPC for anxiety and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Career and life transitions

About Dr. Carrie Allen

Dr. Carrie Allen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 11 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career challenges, and major life transitions. She approaches therapy with the view that each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can be mobilized to meet difficult circumstances. Dr. Allen emphasizes the role of mindset as a core factor that influences progress and outcomes, and she works collaboratively to help clients identify and use their resources toward meaningful change.

Beginning therapy can require courage, and Dr. Allen aims to provide steady guidance through the early steps and beyond. Her style centers on respect for client autonomy, practical strategies for coping, and an emphasis on building resilience as clients navigate new directions in work, relationships, and personal growth. As an LPC - a state-issued credential for mental health professionals - she combines clinical knowledge with a compassionate stance to help people move forward when they face challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBody imageCancerCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Carrie Allen have?

Dr. Carrie Allen has 11 years of experience.

Is Dr. Carrie Allen a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: TX LPC 71834.

In which languages does Dr. Carrie Allen provide therapy?

English.

Where is Dr. Carrie Allen located?

Texas.

How can I work with Dr. Carrie Allen as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Carrie Allen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Carrie Allen work with international clients?

Dr. Carrie Allen does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Carrie Allen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could virtual therapy be the right fit for you?

Many people wonder whether speaking with a therapist online can lead to real progress. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or the challenge of significant life changes, online therapy has been shown to offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person care.

One of the primary advantages is convenience and flexibility. People can connect with therapists in the format that best suits their needs - whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging - which often makes it easier to fit consistent support into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these remote options, and clients typically have the option to switch therapists if they are seeking a different fit. For many, remote sessions make it possible to maintain continuity of care while managing work, family, and other responsibilities.

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