Carolyn Helt, LCSW

California LCSW supporting emotional resilience

Stress and anxiety
Trauma and grief
Attachment and relationships

About Carolyn Helt

Carolyn Helt is a licensed therapist practicing in California who provides compassionate, individualized support for people facing a range of emotional challenges. She holds an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and centers her work on creating a respectful, empathic therapeutic relationship that honors each person's distinct experience.

Her practice focuses on helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem concerns. She is especially committed to assisting those working through social anxiety, communication difficulties, feelings of isolation, and questions about life purpose, offering tailored strategies that address each challenge with sensitivity.

Carolyn builds an affirming space for people from diverse backgrounds and offers specialized support for women, caregivers, and those navigating mood disorders. She also works with individuals processing complex emotional experiences such as attachment issues, guilt, and shame. Grounded in evidence-based methods, she helps people strengthen resilience, cultivate self-compassion, and develop practical coping skills for situations like panic attacks, trauma processing, and personal growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Self esteem

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)ForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Carolyn Helt have?

Carolyn Helt has 3 years of experience.

Is Carolyn Helt a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 131946.

In which languages does Carolyn Helt provide therapy?

English

Where is Carolyn Helt located?

California

How can I work with Carolyn Helt as my therapist?

You can work with Carolyn Helt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carolyn Helt work with international clients?

Carolyn Helt does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carolyn Helt 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 Remote Sessions Work For You?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit of remote care is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy schedule and to access support from a familiar environment.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and people may change therapists if they want a different fit. For many, online therapy provides an accessible, practical option for engaging with evidence-based therapeutic approaches and making steady progress toward their goals.

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