Carol Kennerly
Supportive counseling for stress, confidence, and healing
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About
Carol Kennerly is an LCMHC (a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) in North Carolina who brings 11 years of professional experience to her work with clients across the lifespan. She is known for an approachable, people-focused style and aims to create a supportive space where clients feel understood and encouraged as they navigate life’s challenges.
Her experience includes helping adults manage stress and anxiety, rebuild self-esteem and confidence, and work through depression and periods of feeling stuck or uncertain about direction. She also has experience supporting children and teens who have been impacted by different forms of trauma, with attention to helping young people feel safer, steadier, and more capable in their day-to-day lives.
Carol’s perspective is grounded in the belief that each client is the expert on their own story. She focuses on identifying existing strengths and building practical skills that can help clients respond to challenges with greater clarity and resilience. She recognizes that starting therapy often takes courage and works to make the process feel welcoming and collaborative from the beginning.
Her experience includes helping adults manage stress and anxiety, rebuild self-esteem and confidence, and work through depression and periods of feeling stuck or uncertain about direction. She also has experience supporting children and teens who have been impacted by different forms of trauma, with attention to helping young people feel safer, steadier, and more capable in their day-to-day lives.
Carol’s perspective is grounded in the belief that each client is the expert on their own story. She focuses on identifying existing strengths and building practical skills that can help clients respond to challenges with greater clarity and resilience. She recognizes that starting therapy often takes courage and works to make the process feel welcoming and collaborative from the beginning.
- Location:
- North Carolina, United States
- Years Experience:
- 11
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Divorce and separation
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NC LCMHC 11838
- NPI Number: 1871968776
- License: LCMHC (North Carolina)
Practical Approaches, Flexible Online Support
Carol Kennerly draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted to each client’s goals and day-to-day realities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new coping strategies, which can be useful when stress, anxiety, low mood, or confidence concerns start affecting relationships and routines.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. This approach can be especially helpful when clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or pulled off course by worry, self-criticism, or past experiences. Client-Centered Therapy adds a warm, collaborative foundation by emphasizing empathy and respect for the client’s perspective, helping clients feel heard as they sort through challenges and strengths.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Carol works collaboratively with clients to understand needs, goals, and preferences, and then shapes sessions around what feels most useful and sustainable over time.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility, making it easier to get support in the ways that fit your life. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone sessions, with additional options like live chat or text-based messaging for ongoing connection and reflection between scheduled appointments.
How much experience does Carol Kennerly have?
Carol Kennerly has 11 years of professional experience providing therapy.
Is Carol Kennerly a licensed therapist?
Yes. Carol Kennerly is licensed in North Carolina as an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor). License number: NC LCMHC 11838.
In which languages does Carol Kennerly provide therapy?
Carol Kennerly provides therapy in English.
Where is Carol Kennerly located?
Carol Kennerly is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Carol Kennerly as my therapist?
You can work with Carol Kennerly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what is available.
Does Carol Kennerly work with international clients?
No. Carol Kennerly does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carol Kennerly cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 to help 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.