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Carrie Kinder

Carrie Kinder

LCSW

Indiana

Compassionate therapist for real-life change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Indiana / 34006337A
Experience
15 years
Languages
English
Location
Indiana

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    • Motivational interviewing
    • Mindfulness practice
    • Goal focused work

    About Carrie

    Carrie Kinder is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Indiana with 15 years of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or addictive behaviors. Her style is steady and practical, aimed at small changes that add up over time.

    Carrie offers a calm, nonjudgmental place to talk. She focuses on helping people build self-compassion, improve communication, and reduce isolation. Sessions emphasize real steps for daily life rather than only talking about feelings.

    Her approach draws from methods like Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness practices. These tools help with moving through hard decisions, managing strong emotions, and developing healthier routines. Carrie also uses solution-focused strategies to set achievable goals and track progress.

    She has worked with people whose concerns include trauma recovery, mood disorders, workplace stress, and transitions into new stages of life. Additional areas of focus include caregiver stress, blended family issues, and struggles with substance use. Carrie aims to tailor sessions to each person’s situation and pace.

    Clients who choose her can expect practical skills, clear goal-setting, and supportive reflection. She helps people find direction, repair strained communication, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.

  2. How therapy approaches translate to online care

    Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation for steps like reducing substance use or starting a healthier routine.

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. Sessions often include practicing distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication strategies.

    Mindfulness Therapy encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without judgment and building steady attention. It can help reduce ruminating thoughts, increase calm, and support emotion regulation during stressful times.

    Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Carrie will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and she adapts plans as needs change. That collaborative process helps set realistic short-term aims and track progress.

    If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for flexible check-ins during transitions. Talk with the therapist about what will best match your schedule and needs.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    15+ years

    Listed in

    Indiana

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Carrie help with?

    She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addictions. She also works with issues like caregiver stress, blended family concerns, and life transitions.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her style is compassionate and practical, focusing on small, usable skills. Sessions mix reflection with exercises to try between visits.

    How long has she been practicing?

    Carrie brings 15 years of clinical experience to her work in Indiana. That background informs a range of trauma-informed and skills-based approaches.

    What credentials does she hold and where is she based?

    She holds an LCSW and practices in Indiana. The LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are session costs handled?

    Fees vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with Carrie?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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