Lanita Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut with five years of clinical experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma, and major life changes.
01About Lanita
Lanita Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut with five years of clinical experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma, and major life changes. She focuses on building a trusting, genuine connection. Her tone is encouraging and direct, aimed at people who feel weighed down and need practical support.
Lanita creates a non-judgmental space where empathy and honesty guide the work. She listens closely to what matters most and responds with straightforward strategies people can use between sessions.
Background and approach
The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes. Her main approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. Lanita adapts that approach to each person’s story, tailoring techniques to real-life needs and daily routines.
She emphasizes collaboration so clients feel involved in deciding what to try. Sessions focus on clear steps for coping, managing strong emotions, and adjusting to change. People leave with practical tools for handling anxious moments, low mood, grief, and stress.
Lanita also helps people process past hurts and build healthier patterns over time. She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
Lanita aims to help people build resilience and move forward at a pace that feels right for them.
02Credentials
- LPC (Connecticut)
- License 003225 · expires April 2026
- NPI
- 1811499106 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
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04Online support
Practical approaches for online therapy
Lanita uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a central tool, teaching people to notice unhelpful thought patterns and try small behavior changes that ease symptoms. CBT is helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and adjusting to life changes.She also applies a supportive, person-centered approach that emphasizes empathy, encouragement, and working at the client’s pace. This helps people feel heard while they process grief, trauma, or strong emotions.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Lanita will talk with each person about their goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. Together they review what works and adjust the plan over time.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video can mirror a face-to-face session when a deeper conversation is needed. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or being on camera is an issue. Live chat and messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, quick coping tools, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and stay consistent with care.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, trauma and coping with major life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and direct, offering encouragement and practical steps while building a trusting relationship.
What is her background and experience?
She has worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor for five years, focusing on mood, stress, and recovery from difficult experiences.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in the state of Connecticut.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How is cost handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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