Carrie Vine
LGBTQ-affirming LCSW focusing on harm reduction
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About
Carrie Vine uses she/her pronouns and is a cisgender woman based in Illinois. She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) - IL LCSW 149024306 with eight years of clinical experience.
Her clinical focus includes LGBTQ issues, care for people living with HIV, and work around substance misuse using a harm reduction framework. She brings a non-judgmental stance to therapy and maintains a practice informed by those priorities.
Carrie also has experience with aging and elder care, and she has developed a niche supporting LGBTQ elders and people who are aging with HIV. She emphasizes small, manageable steps toward progress and primarily integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her work. She has been studying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and incorporates elements of ACT when appropriate.
Carrie completed undergraduate degrees in Music and Social Work and a Master of Social Work at Southern Illinois University. She is currently continuing her education by pursuing a Master of Public Health and finishing a Gerontology degree.
She looks forward to working with new clients in this format and to offering guidance toward meaningful connections and richer, fuller lives.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 8
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: HIV / AIDS, Non-monogamous relationships, Polyamory, Stress & Anxiety Therapists, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCSW 149024306
- NPI Number: 1215673397
- License: LCSW (Illinois) #149024306 exp 2027-11-30
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How much experience does Carrie Vine have?
Carrie Vine has eight years of experience providing therapy services.
Is Carrie Vine a licensed therapist?
Yes. Carrie Vine is a licensed clinical social worker with the credential IL LCSW 149024306.
In which languages does Carrie Vine provide therapy?
Carrie Vine provides therapy in English.
Where is Carrie Vine located?
Carrie Vine is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Carrie Vine as my therapist?
You can work with Carrie Vine through Phone, Video, Live Chat, and Messaging.
How much does therapy with Carrie Vine cost?
Costs can vary based on factors like location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is simple. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire to help match you with Carrie Vine. Depending on availability, you can then schedule an initial session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.