Carolyn Drakas, LMHC
Licensed Florida mental health counselor
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addiction coping strategies
- Parenting and relationship help
About Carolyn Drakas
Carolyn Drakas is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 22 years of professional experience supporting adults through life transitions and emotional challenges. She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - which reflects her training to provide therapeutic care. Carolyn has focused much of her work on stress and anxiety, helping clients cope with addictions, and addressing relationship and parenting concerns.
She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to match the distinct needs of every individual. Carolyn emphasizes collaborative care, listening closely to what matters most to each client and shaping therapeutic work around those priorities. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and balanced life often takes courage, and Carolyn offers steady support throughout that process. Her experience and calm presence aim to help clients explore options, build coping skills, and move toward goals at a pace that feels right for them.
She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to match the distinct needs of every individual. Carolyn emphasizes collaborative care, listening closely to what matters most to each client and shaping therapeutic work around those priorities. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and balanced life often takes courage, and Carolyn offers steady support throughout that process. Her experience and calm presence aim to help clients explore options, build coping skills, and move toward goals at a pace that feels right for them.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Eating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issues
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen'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) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carolyn Drakas have?
22 years of experience.
Is Carolyn Drakas a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH7948.
In which languages does Carolyn Drakas provide therapy?
English.
Where is Carolyn Drakas located?
Florida.
How can I work with Carolyn Drakas as my therapist?
You can work with Carolyn Drakas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carolyn Drakas work with international clients?
Yes, Carolyn Drakas works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carolyn Drakas 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.
Online Therapy Approaches and Remote Care
Carolyn draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and learn skills for accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful actions. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and patterns that get in the way of living in line with personal values.She also employs Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships influence current patterns in connections and trust. This approach supports work on relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and challenges in forming secure bonds.
Carolyn integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing practical strategies for coping with anxiety, mood concerns, and sleep or eating difficulties. She tailors techniques to each client’s situation and preferences.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Carolyn works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. She adjusts the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online sessions - by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations. These options allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most accessible and supportive for their work with a licensed professional.