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Entry 340508Connecticut / United States

Molly McCarthy

Molly McCarthy, LPC

Connecticut 9 years in practice

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Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Anxiety

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and relationships
  • Mindfulness and skills

About Molly

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut with nine years of experience, Molly McCarthy helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem struggles, and life changes. She speaks English and works with adults who want practical ways to feel steadier and more able to handle daily demands.

Molly aims to help people better understand themselves and move toward greater life satisfaction. She uses straightforward skills to reduce anxiety and lift mood. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and building on a person’s strengths.

Her approach blends several evidence-based techniques. Clients can expect tools for anxiety reduction, mood management strategies, and guided mindfulness or meditation practices. Molly describes her work as respectful and non-judgmental while addressing the whole person rather than isolated symptoms.

Typical conversations cover current stressors, relationship patterns, and past experiences that shape attachment and self-image. She also helps clarify life purpose and practical steps for workplace or social anxiety challenges. Interventions are framed as skills people can practice between sessions.

Molly uses a collaborative style that asks what matters most to the client and then prioritizes clear, achievable goals. She encourages gradual change through repeated practice and reflection. Before booking, confirm the session formats she currently offers to ensure they fit your needs.

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How evidence-based techniques translate to online work

Many of the approaches Molly uses focus on teaching specific skills. Mindfulness and meditation are presented as short practices to notice thoughts and calm the body; these help with anxiety and mood regulation. Anxiety reduction tools include breathing, grounding, and exposure-style steps to change how situations are faced. Strengths-based work identifies what a person already does well and builds from those abilities to tackle challenges.

Choosing the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist and client talk about goals, try methods, and adjust based on what feels useful. That shared decision-making aims to match methods to daily routines and personal preferences rather than using a single fixed plan.

The practical benefits of remote sessions depend on the formats she currently offers. Please confirm available session formats before booking. Many people appreciate being able to schedule sessions around work or family obligations, reduce travel time, and use shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can make practicing skills between sessions easier because exercises can be assigned and reviewed in the same setting where they were taught.

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Areas of expertise

Experience

9+ years

Listed in

Connecticut

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and life changes, plus related issues like attachment, social anxiety, and workplace problems.

What approach does she use in sessions?

She uses a mix of evidence-based techniques, including anxiety reduction tools, mood improvement strategies, mindfulness, and strengths-based counseling.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has nine years of experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, and relationship-related concerns.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Connecticut.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Molly McCarthy

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