- ACT methods
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Mindfulness practices
About Carol
Carol Costner is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Alabama with 21 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem struggles, career questions, compassion fatigue, and issues around life purpose and panic attacks. She speaks English and does not take international clients.
Carol begins by listening to each person's own sense of what matters and what feels stuck. She leans on client-centered principles that treat the person as the expert on their life. Sessions often focus on clear, practical steps people can try between meetings, along with attention to thoughts and behaviors that get in the way.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama in Birmingham and a Master of Science in Community Counseling from Jacksonville State University. She holds the LPC credential in Alabama and has worked in clinical and community settings across medical and counseling roles.
Clinically she uses techniques drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and client-centered work. That mix is used to reduce overwhelming feelings, manage panic, and address unhelpful thought patterns while helping people reconnect with what matters to them.
In sessions she balances direct feedback with reflective listening. People can expect straightforward conversation, practical coping skills, and activities that address communication, guilt, shame, and life transitions. The emphasis is on finding manageable steps forward rather than offering quick fixes.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and then focus on actions that reflect their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and questions about meaning or life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to manage panic, worry, and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Carol will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, adjusting as needed based on what helps most in sessions and between meetings.
Confirm the therapist's current session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life - for example allowing shorter check-ins, avoiding travel time, or choosing a session method that uses less bandwidth. Many people find remote sessions help sustain regular practice of new skills while balancing work and family responsibilities.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, compassion fatigue, and questions about life purpose and panic attacks.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered, meaning she treats each person as the expert on their life while offering direct feedback and practical strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 21 years of experience, including work in hospital and community counseling settings.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Alabama.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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