Dr. Carpenter provides high quality therapy services within an ethical and goal-oriented approach. Clients receive a non-judgemental, empathetic, safe space to gain self-awareness and insight that will lead to change. Dr. Carpenter is sensitive to her clients’ needs, and she encourages self-compassion from her clients. Consequently, clients are empowered to be more present, yet objective and intentional.
Dr. Carpenter works effectively with individuals and couples. As part of her therapy services, she will help you define and surpass your expectations. Furthermore, her style is nurturing and direct, yet led by your needs. Because of her genuine concern for clients, you will receive support and challenge for a healthier relationship and an overall more fulfilling life. She uses an interpersonal framework and draws upon strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gottman's approach to therapy.
These approaches are well-suited for clients with relationship and trauma concerns. Dr. Carpenter is trained and equipped to work with Individuals, and Couples with a focus on First Responders and other therapists and professionals.
Dr. Carpenter specializes in psychotherapy that produces outcomes. This private practice offers an interpersonal framework of evidence-based theories for individuals and couples to understand their emotions and behaviors, and improve their relationships. Therefore, therapy is a collaborative effort to help you engage your emotions and explore what obstacles are getting in the way of your happiness.
Psychology License Information
- License State: Virginia
- License No.: 0810004581
- License State: Maryland
- License No.: 06031
- License State: Kentucky
- License No.: 129924
Education
| Degree |
Major |
School |
Year |
| PhD |
Clinical Psychology |
Miami University |
2005 |
| MA |
Clinical Psychology |
Miami University |
2002 |
| BS |
Psychology |
Florida A & M University |
1999 |
Professional Affiliations