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Craig Carpenter

Compassionate, practical therapy for life changes

LCSW Oklahoma

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Career
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Craig

Craig Carpenter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oklahoma with 14 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people navigate a wide range of concerns including addictions, relationship challenges, career transitions, depression, stress and anxiety, grief, self-esteem, and life changes.

Background and approach

He also addresses issues related to LGBT matters, family dynamics, and coaching toward practical goals. Craig uses evidence-informed methods and draws from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, client-centered work, and the Gottman Method to tailor support to each person’s needs.

His style emphasizes willingness, honesty, and practical skills so clients can build tools that support long-term change. He welcomes international clients and conducts sessions in English, offering a variety of remote formats to fit different schedules.

Prospective clients begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to his availability. Craig aims to collaborate on clear objectives and to guide each person toward greater functioning and wellbeing using approaches aligned with their goals.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Craig Carpenter uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) among other approaches to help clients identify patterns and build practical skills. CBT focuses on recognizing and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression, while ACT emphasizes values-based action and accepting difficult thoughts and feelings to increase psychological flexibility.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Craig works with each person to explore what methods fit their goals and preferences, adapting techniques over time so therapy reflects the client’s values, needs, and pace.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to access care from different locations and to fit sessions into busy days. These options provide flexibility in scheduling and allow clients to continue work between sessions through messaging and structured exercises, supporting consistency and progress over time.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with a broad range of issues including addictions, relationship and family problems, career challenges, depression, anxiety, stress, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
The approach blends practical, skill-based methods with client-centered collaboration, using CBT, ACT, attachment-informed work, and elements of the Gottman Method when relevant.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of experience in clinical practice, including work with complex mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentialed in Oklahoma, listed as OK LCSW 5481.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are offered for remote care?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps begin the process of working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma

Languages

English