- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Caregiver support
About Carter
Carter Jones is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with three years of clinical experience. He focuses on concerns such as family conflict, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, and lists additional areas like guilt and shame, substance use, and caregiver stress.
Before becoming a therapist he worked seven years in a nursing home and sub-acute rehab setting. That time gave him a practical understanding of mental health medications and chronic medical issues and how they affect daily life. He also spent time in after-school programs and found he connects with grade schoolers and teens facing school or life challenges.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. He uses straightforward, goal-oriented conversations to identify patterns of thinking and small, testable changes people can try between sessions. Sessions can include practical problem solving, skill practice, and steps to manage impulses or anxiety.
Carter emphasizes a simple, approachable relationship. He aims to be direct and supportive, and he may use light humor when it feels appropriate. He works with people experiencing mood and anxiety symptoms, impulse control struggles, substance use concerns, caregiver burnout, and issues tied to guilt and shame.
For people weighing practical steps and clearer direction, he helps sort options and choose tools that fit an individual's thinking style and daily life.
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy focus on practical change. CBT involves spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing alternative thoughts or behaviors to reduce anxiety, impulsivity, or shame. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on concrete goals and small steps that build momentum toward clearer routines or choices.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to match methods to their goals, daily routines, and how they prefer to work. That means trying an approach, checking what helps, and adjusting together rather than committing to a single method from the start.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten commute time, or allow a quicker check-in when life feels hectic. Some people find phone check-ins easier when they need a brief conversation, while video sessions allow for deeper interaction and skill practice. Ask about available formats when you schedule so sessions match your day-to-day needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He lists family issues, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and related concerns such as guilt and shame, substance use, and panic symptoms.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses straightforward conversations to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep guilt or shame active and helps people practice small changes to reduce their impact.
What background informs his work?
He spent seven years in nursing home and sub-acute rehab settings, which gave him hands-on experience with mental health medications and chronic medical conditions.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) in Michigan.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.