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Dr. Carol R Crowson

Compassionate, experienced clinician focused on practical change

LPC Alabama

Experience
30 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Carol

Dr. Carol R Crowson brings three decades of clinical experience to her practice, blending practical strategies with a client-centered outlook.

Background and approach

She earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Criminal Justice, a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Montevallo, and a Doctor of Education from Nova Southeastern University. As an LPC she has worked across developmental stages and settings, helping people navigate stress, anxiety, mood disorders, addictions, relationship concerns, grief, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Her approach emphasizes building on clients' existing strengths through motivational interviewing while drawing on cognitive behavioral techniques and emotionally focused ideas to address thoughts, feelings, and interactions.

She aims to help clients identify actionable steps and realistic coping tools tailored to their concerns, whether those involve eating and food-related issues, trauma and abuse, ADHD, or other mood and personality difficulties. Dr.

Crowson is based in Alabama and offers services in English, welcoming inquiries from those ready to explore change and growth.

Applying Practical Therapies Online



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes through skills-based strategies and homework between sessions. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversational approach that helps people clarify their own goals and strengthen motivation for change, which can be useful for addiction, behavior change, and resolving ambivalence. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and the therapeutic relationship, offering a supportive environment where clients explore feelings and discover personal solutions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and will tailor methods - sometimes combining elements from CBT, motivational interviewing, and client-centered techniques - to create a plan that fits the client’s circumstances.

Online sessions can be offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and for people who prefer different communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while working on practical skills, motivation, and emotional growth with a licensed professional from Alabama.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, eating-related issues, grief, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
How would you describe the therapeutic style used?
Her practice combines client-centered listening with motivational interviewing to build on strengths, and she integrates cognitive behavioral and emotionally focused ideas to develop practical skills and improve emotional awareness.
What is her professional background and experience?
She has 30 years of experience and holds a Doctor of Education, a Master of Education in Counseling and Guidance, and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice.
Where is the therapist licensed to practice?
She is an LPC licensed in Alabama with licence number AL LPC LPC01519 and provides services from that state.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Services are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
Sessions may be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCodependencyDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersSelf-harmYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Alabama

Languages

English