Elizabeth Carter, LMHC
Florida LMHC specializing in trauma and addiction
- Trauma and abuse care
- Parenting and family support
- Addiction and recovery guidance
About Elizabeth Carter
Elizabeth Carter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 32 years of professional experience helping individuals and families navigate a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and is also a certified addiction counselor (MAC), a certification that denotes focused training in supporting people with substance use concerns. Over three decades she has worked with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting and family issues, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy difficulties, and many other life transitions and concerns.
Elizabeth emphasizes a nonjudgmental, open approach that encourages clients to share thoughts and feelings honestly. She aims to create a supportive environment where people can explore patterns, build skills, and pursue more fulfilling lives. Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and Elizabeth offers steady guidance and practical tools to help clients move forward at their own pace. Her practice integrates clinical knowledge with compassionate listening to tailor care to each person’s needs and goals.
Elizabeth emphasizes a nonjudgmental, open approach that encourages clients to share thoughts and feelings honestly. She aims to create a supportive environment where people can explore patterns, build skills, and pursue more fulfilling lives. Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and Elizabeth offers steady guidance and practical tools to help clients move forward at their own pace. Her practice integrates clinical knowledge with compassionate listening to tailor care to each person’s needs and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen'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) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Elizabeth Carter have?
Elizabeth Carter has 32 years of professional experience in the mental health field.
Is Elizabeth Carter a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her Florida license is listed as FL LMHC MH1645.
In which languages does Elizabeth Carter provide therapy?
Elizabeth Carter provides therapy in English.
Where is Elizabeth Carter located?
Elizabeth Carter is located in Florida.
How can I work with Elizabeth Carter as my therapist?
You can work with Elizabeth Carter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Elizabeth Carter work with international clients?
Yes, Elizabeth Carter works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Elizabeth Carter 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Elizabeth Carter draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to support clients in online settings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of connection and trust formed in relationships and helps address difficulties with intimacy, abandonment, and family dynamics. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy principles to prioritize the client's perspective, offering empathic listening and collaboration to foster growth and self-directed change.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Elizabeth works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and pacing based on what the individual finds most helpful, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Elizabeth is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different schedules and lifestyles. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care from different locations, accommodate busy routines, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.