Carlene Messer
Practical, compassionate mental health support
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About
Carlene Messer is a licensed psychotherapist (NC LCSW C005005) with 20 years of experience working with people across the lifespan. She provides counseling to individuals, couples, students, families, and veterans.
Her career has included roles in a university counseling center, the school system, private practice, community mental health centers, and work with veterans in the VA system. Those varied settings have informed her understanding of how struggles can develop and how they affect daily life.
Carlene helps clients make sense of who they are, what they do, and what they want from their relationships and careers. She focuses on identifying strengths and setting practical goals so people are better equipped to manage anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, relationship conflicts, abuse, and trauma, as well as common day-to-day stressors.
Her approach is eclectic and draws on evidence-based interventions, tailored to the unique needs of each person rather than a one-size-fits-all model. Her therapeutic style is relaxed, grounded in common sense, and often playful. She aims to make therapy an enlightening and rewarding experience for those she works with.
- Location:
- North Carolina, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Anger, Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Bipolar, Career, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Grief, Guilt and shame, Intimacy-related issues, Jealousy, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self esteem, Separation, Sexual trauma, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Veterans, Women’s issues, Stress, Anxiety, Addiction Therapists, Trauma and abuse
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NC LCSW C005005
- NPI Number: 1770551343
- License: LCSW (North Carolina) #C005005 exp 2026-06-17
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people ask whether online therapy can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. A key benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the communication method that fits their needs and routine, whether video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to include therapy in a busy schedule. Licensed professionals deliver care remotely, and if a different match is desired, switching to another therapist is an option. Online therapy offers a convenient way to access skilled therapists while addressing many everyday mental health needs.How much experience does Carlene Messer have?
Carlene Messer has 20 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Carlene Messer a licensed therapist?
Yes, Carlene Messer holds the credential NC LCSW C005005, which denotes a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina.
In which languages does Carlene Messer provide therapy?
Carlene Messer provides therapy in English.
Where is Carlene Messer located?
Carlene Messer is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Carlene Messer as my therapist?
You can work with Carlene Messer through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Carlene Messer cost?
The cost of therapy with Carlene Messer 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?
To begin working with Carlene Messer, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with her. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.