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Carla Moore-McNeil

Compassionate guidance grounded in experience

LCSW North Carolina

Experience
27 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Carla

Carla Moore-McNeil is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina with 27 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and challenges to self-esteem. She frames clients as the experts of their own lives and emphasizes building on existing strengths to foster change.

Background and approach

Carla encourages those ready to pursue greater fulfillment to take the initial steps toward healing while she offers support and practical guidance along the way. Her practice integrates several evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral strategies to address unhelpful thinking patterns and mindfulness-based practices to enhance present-moment awareness.

She also draws on acceptance-focused techniques and other approaches to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Carla aims to create a collaborative space where clients set goals and explore paths to greater motivation, confidence, and emotional balance.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Carla uses cognitive behavioral strategies to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood through practical, skill-based work. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values, accept difficult emotions, and take meaningful action toward a more purposeful life. Both approaches are adaptable to remote formats and focus on concrete steps clients can use between sessions.

Finding the most helpful approach is a collaborative process. Carla works with each person to explore which methods fit their goals and comfort level, adjusting techniques as needed so therapy feels tailored rather than prescriptive. This collaboration helps set clear targets and build skills at a pace that feels manageable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from home, maintain continuity during busy periods, and follow up with brief check-ins when needed, supporting consistent progress over time.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem challenges, depression, and coping with life changes, as well as related areas like mood disorders, eating and food-related issues, and life purpose.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
The approach blends cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance-oriented work, mindfulness, EMDR, and hypnotherapy to match methods to client goals and preferences.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 27 years of professional experience supporting people through emotional and life transitions, drawing on long-term clinical practice to inform care.
Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?
Carla is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina with license number NC LCSW C004068.
Does she work with clients in other languages or internationally?
She provides services in English and is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerEating and food-related issuesEmptinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English