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Trudi Carlson, LPC

LPC providing compassionate, practical support

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Parenting and family
  • Mindfulness and ADHD

About Trudi Carlson

Trudi Carlson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 17 years of private practice experience. She works with adults and families facing a wide spectrum of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, divorce and co-parenting issues, career transitions, ADHD, and other DSM-V diagnosed mental health conditions. Her practice also addresses trauma and grief, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and life changes.

She holds certifications as a Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional (CMIP) and as an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) - credentials that reflect additional training in mindfulness-based approaches and specialized ADHD services. She is currently pursuing further certifications in trauma and grief to expand her clinical toolkit.

Carlson’s style is warm, interactive, and informal, grounded in respect, compassion, and genuine empathy. Her work blends client-centered methods with solution-focused strategies, mindfulness techniques, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients build practical skills and insight. She aims to meet each person where they are and to support steady, meaningful progress over time. As a seasoned licensed professional, she welcomes the opportunity to help individuals and families navigate change and find clearer direction.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepressionADHD

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Trudi Carlson have?

Trudi Carlson has 17 years of experience.

Is Trudi Carlson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Trudi Carlson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: MO LPC 2008029872.

In which languages does Trudi Carlson provide therapy?

Trudi Carlson provides therapy in English.

Where is Trudi Carlson located?

Trudi Carlson is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Trudi Carlson as my therapist?

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

Does Trudi Carlson work with international clients?

Trudi Carlson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Trudi Carlson 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.

Approaches and Online Care with a Licensed Counselor

Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s pace. This approach helps people explore values, relationships, self-esteem, and decisions about life direction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical, skills-based approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and for managing ADHD-related challenges by building concrete coping strategies.

Mindfulness therapy introduces present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. These techniques can help with stress, impulsivity, and building steady coping habits over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Trudi works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to assess needs, goals, and preferences and to adapt methods so therapy fits each person’s life.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care without traveling. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to fit into busy routines, and support ongoing progress even when in-person visits are not feasible.

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