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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Emotion regulation skills
About Carmen
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 26 years of experience, Carmen Shumate helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and grief. She mainly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered methods, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques. Carmen works with respect and sensitivity and adapts conversations to each person's situation.
She has worked across settings including hospitals, outpatient offices, residential facilities, group homes, and in-home care. That variety means she is used to different routines and practical challenges people face when they're coping with mood problems, loss, or trauma. Carmen draws on CBT to identify thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going and on DBT and mindfulness to build skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
Sessions focus on clear goals and concrete steps. Carmen talks through symptoms, day-to-day struggles, and what feels most urgent. She helps people develop strategies for improving confidence, handling workplace stress, navigating separation or family conflict, and managing chronic pain or illness-related setbacks.
Her approach is collaborative and task-oriented. She listens, then suggests exercises, practice tasks, and strategies to try between meetings. Over time the emphasis moves from coping to practical behavior changes and improved communication skills.
Scheduling is flexible across mornings, afternoons, and later evenings. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking. To begin, select the See online therapy options button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a first session.
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How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The therapist follows the client's lead, clarifies concerns, and uses that information to shape goals and next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions involve identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, practicing new behaviors, and assigning between-session exercises to test changes. This approach is used for anxiety, depression, and coping with stress.
Finding the right approach is a shared task. Carmen will work with the client to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences. That means trying strategies, reflecting on what helps, and adjusting plans together over time.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Ask about scheduling windows and format details when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions can be arranged to fit everyday life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and grief. Additional areas include body image, chronic pain and illness, workplace issues, and post-traumatic stress.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her main approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), combined with client-centered techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices. Sessions emphasize practical skills and behavior change.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 26 years of professional work experience across hospitals, offices, residential facilities, group homes, and in-home settings. That range informs her practical, task-focused style.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor, credentialed in Georgia. Her practice is located in Georgia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not work with international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients should check the specific subscription details for their region.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process starts intake and session planning.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.