Mari Carter, LPC
- Addiction and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship and family
About Mari Carter
Her practice focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, parenting, anger, and self-esteem. Additional areas of focus include co-morbidity, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, mood disorders, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, self-love, sexual assault and abuse, and women’s issues. Mari draws on clinical approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to create individualized plans that reflect each person’s distinct needs.
Mari’s counseling style is warm, respectful, compassionate, and non-judgmental. She works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, explore motivations for change, and build practical strategies for healing and growth. Mari is licensed as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (TN LPC 4877).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mari Carter have?
She has five years of counseling experience working with individuals facing addiction, unresolved trauma, and grief and loss.
Is Mari Carter a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is TN LPC 4877.
In which languages does Mari Carter provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Mari Carter located?
She is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Mari Carter as my therapist?
You can work with Mari Carter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mari Carter work with international clients?
Mari Carter does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mari 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 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.
Approaches and Online Care for Healing and Change
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused approach that helps people explore and resolve ambivalence about change. It is especially useful for individuals working through addiction, substance use concerns, or any situation where increasing motivation and commitment to change is important.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors by teaching practical skills for managing mood, anxiety, panic, and related symptoms. It often involves learning coping strategies and testing new ways of responding to difficult situations.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes practical steps and strengths to move toward specific goals, helping people build on what already works in their lives to address problems like stress, relationship difficulties, and grief.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and unfolds collaboratively. A licensed professional will work with each person to assess needs, clarify goals, and adapt techniques so the plan fits the client’s preferences and circumstances.
Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to maintain continuity of care from home or wherever is convenient. These options support ongoing access to therapists and allow work on coping skills, emotional processing, and daily strategies without requiring in-person visits.