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Carolyn Hallinan, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Carolyn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Carolyn. View 54 reviews
Great news, Carolyn is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida and North Carolina

Recent reviews

Carolyn has a calm, friendly demeanor that gives you full confidence that she will listen and explore in a nonjudgmental way. She “reads the room” and can change her approach in subtle ways, to line up with whatever I bring on a given day.

Reviewed August 2024

Carolyn is fantastic. She is caring and attentive to my needs. I have made great progress working with Carolyn.

Reviewed August 2024

More about Carolyn

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida and North Carolina with over 10 years of experience working as a therapist/counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, aging and geriatric problems, isolation/loneliness problems. I also helped many people who have experienced life purpose problems, emptiness and self-love.

My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, client-centered and solution focused. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Anger management Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Carolyn Hallinan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093469223.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW10330 · Expires March 2025
  • LCSW · North Carolina · C016001 · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Carolyn Hallinan

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

54 reviews

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Carolyn has a calm, friendly demeanor that gives you full confidence that she will listen and explore in a nonjudgmental way. She “reads the room” and can change her approach in subtle ways, to line up with whatever I bring on a given day.

Reviewed August 2024

Carolyn is fantastic. She is caring and attentive to my needs. I have made great progress working with Carolyn.

Reviewed August 2024

She listens, she's smart and has a lot of experience. I learned that from our very first session. Lucky to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed July 2024

Carolyn is so sweet and has helped me so much these past few weeks. She makes me feel heard and not judged.

Reviewed July 2024

Incredibly talented, caring, professional, knowledgeable, communicative and humorous counselor who makes a difference!

Reviewed March 2024

Carolyn is a wonderful therapist.

Reviewed January 2024

Carolyn is very caring , professional and kind. Carolyn has made me for very comfortable which makes it easier for me to open up and talk

Reviewed December 2023

Great therapist. Listens to me and gives good advice and feedback.

Reviewed December 2023

Carolyn is very professional and understanding

Reviewed November 2023

Absolutely outstanding. I mention her to all my friends.

Reviewed November 2023

She’s lovely to talk to - I always feel comfortable speaking to her about different topics and she’s helped me a lot!

Reviewed August 2023

Great lady that has helped me do the work i've needed to do to overcome my childhood issues.

Reviewed August 2023

I was nervous about finding a therapist that I felt comfortable and close with, and Carolyn squashed all of those worries upon our first meeting. She is an amazing listener, gives great input, and has helped me through some recent difficult times. I highly recommend her, she is an incredible kind person and fantastic therapist.

Reviewed August 2023

Knowledgable, highly relatable, very caring and thoughtful. Supports me with dialogue, listening, work sheets and messages. Instant and deep understanding of my issues and concerns. Very available and approachable. Truly cares. Best ever.

Reviewed July 2023

Carolyn Hallinan has been wonderful. It's great to be able to type out my talking points and then get her feedback on my own time.

Reviewed July 2023

Carolyn is very personable. I feel comfortable talking to her about issues I have. She listens to me and won’t stop me from talking by stopping me when I’m talking. She will wait for me to finish talking. She has helped me with the many issues I have on my plate. After my session I feel so refreshed and empowered and confident. She has helped me tremendously. I went through a few therapists before finding Carolyn.

Reviewed July 2023

I love that I can feel comfortable being totally vulnerable with Carolyn.

Reviewed July 2023

Carolyn has done a fantastic job listening to my problems, explaining my core issues to me in an understanding way, and given me the tools I need to make progress overcoming my negative thoughts. She's always timely, has a very open and flexible schedule, and sends kind messages that helps keep me on track.

Reviewed May 2023

Carolyn was a pleasure to speak with and helped me over a speed bump. She is warm and inviting. A pleasure to speak to.

Reviewed March 2023

The best

Reviewed March 2023

Carolyn has been great help on my therapy journey. After our sessions I always feel more motivated than before, she encourages me to be my best self, she believes in me even when i don't believe in myself. I've been getting to a good place and I have been able to embrace myself instead of being so negative, and Carolyn is the one who helped me get there.

Reviewed March 2023

I have had a productive and worthwhile experience getting help and support and insight from her on Betterhelp.

Reviewed March 2023

She understands me, listen to me, I don’t feel judged, I feel comfortable opening up to her. She literally, and I mean literally saved my life!

Reviewed February 2023

Very happy with your program. I don’t like to go anywhere so this is perfect for me

Reviewed February 2023

Carolyn has been absolutely wonderful. She is professional and polite, I felt comfortable right after the first session. My first few sessions I was an emotional wreck but she allowed me to feel safe and comfortable. It has been refreshing to speak with her as my therapist.

Reviewed February 2023

Carolyn is calm and approachable, a great listener and deeply knowledgeable. I am impressed by how quickly she understood my situation, and the array of aids she has to support me.

Reviewed January 2023

Carolyn really hears me. It's been a long time since I've had someone actually hear me. She gives great advice, and shes a great therapist. I feel like she really cares.

Reviewed December 2022

Carolyn had been wonderful. It's always nice to have someone that listens and gives thoughtful responses.

Reviewed November 2022

Ms. Hallinan is very nice and is helping me to understand my feelings and get through a difficult time in my life.

Reviewed November 2022

She has been such a great help for me. Great listener and has good insight. Would recommend her.

Reviewed November 2022

Carolyn was very kind, a great listener, and always helped me recognize the progress I was making even during our short time together. She has a good sense of humor and is easy to talk to! Would recommend her highly!

Reviewed November 2022

She is exactly the person I needed. Helping to guide me. I am able to tell her personal things that I would not tell a best friend.

Reviewed November 2022

Carolyn is awesome!! Really listens and takes time to understand you!

Reviewed November 2022

Very kind and reassuring

Reviewed November 2022

Carolyn is the best! I was very nervous about seeking therapy, especially as I have previous therapy experiences that were not the greatest. We clicked immediately and she makes me comfortable to share anything.

Reviewed November 2022

Great

Reviewed September 2022

I really enjoyed that she took the time to start learning about me.

Reviewed September 2022

Carolyn is extremely genuine and I feel like she is helping me get thru my toughest times. I truly appreciate everything she's done for me so far

Reviewed August 2022

Carolyn has helped me so much. She is such a good listener and has given me the tools to get through some really hard times. I would 100% recommend Carolyn to a friend

Reviewed August 2022

Carolyn Hallinan is resourceful and well informed about a variety of issues that I have presented to her! I have confidence that she is helping me arrive to effective resolution of my trauma and the effects of it throughout my life. I dm thankful for her sense of humor as well because we can laugh together at some of the situations. I highly recommend her .

Reviewed July 2022

As I have said many times before, Carolyn has a way about her that makes me feel comfortable. She has compassion that makes me feel that she understands my problems.

Reviewed July 2022

Great listener; great therapist.

Reviewed June 2022

Miss Carolyn has been great! She’s very caring and attentive she listens and gives the best advice that she thinks that works for you!

Reviewed June 2022

She is the person I wanted.

Reviewed June 2022

Carolyn is absolutely fantastic! I’ve had several other therapists in the past, and she is by far the best match for me. She’s very knowledgeable in what she does. I would recommend her to anybody who’s looking to start therapy.

Reviewed May 2022

Carolyn Hallinan is a very professional and well educated therapist. She cares about her patients and makes personal connections with each one! She provided me with very useful information that helped me become more aware of how to live with my issues and keep them in control, she was exactly the kind of therapist I was looking for. Someone who understood the situations I was facing and provided me with the knowledge and insight to face them, while also never letting a day go by without a meaningful message on days we didn't have sessions, and a caring smile on days we did. I would completely recommend Carolyn for anybody who fits her specialties in the field, she has a great approach to all situations and problems, and will help you achieve a better state of mind!

Reviewed May 2022

Awesome Therapist who’s helped me tremendously!!!!

Reviewed May 2022

Carolyn is very helpful!

Reviewed May 2022

Carolyn has helped me improve my anger issues. She is easy to talk to and always responds fast.

Reviewed April 2022

Listens very well and has a lot of experience

Reviewed April 2022

Carolyn is a terrific person and wonderful to talk to! She is very understanding and will listen to you very well. She was always positive and happy every time we talked which made it so much easier for myself. I had a hard time finding the right therapist for me I wasn’t sure who to choose, but I would highly recommend Carolyn

Reviewed April 2022

Just what I needed. :-)

Reviewed April 2022

She is compassionate and understanding and 100% wants to help you!

Reviewed April 2022

We are still new but she is definitely helping me! Looking forward to our journey together.

Reviewed March 2022

How was your experience with Carolyn?

Frequently asked questions

Does Carolyn Hallinan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Carolyn Hallinan works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Carolyn Hallinan speak?

Carolyn Hallinan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Carolyn Hallinan have?

Carolyn Hallinan has 12 years of experience.

Where is Carolyn Hallinan licensed to practice?

Carolyn Hallinan is licensed to practice in Florida and North Carolina.

Does Carolyn Hallinan accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Carolyn Hallinan does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Carolyn Hallinan offer?

Carolyn Hallinan offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Carolyn Hallinan?

Carolyn Hallinan can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Carolyn Hallinan?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.