Therapist profile
Dr. Carol R Crowson, LPC
Licensed professional counselor - Family and parenting concerns
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- Motivational interviewing
- Client-centered therapy
- CBT and solution-focused
About Carol
Dr. Carol R Crowson is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Alabama with 30 years of clinical experience. She sees adults across a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, eating concerns, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
She trained in counseling and guidance at the University of Montevallo and earned a Doctor of Education from Nova Southeastern University. Over three decades she has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients in multiple settings. That range informs a practical approach when an adult brings a family or parenting concern to therapy.
Her work leans on motivational interviewing to help people identify and build on existing strengths. She also draws on client-centered techniques to shape sessions around what the person says matters most. Cognitive behavioral and solution-focused methods appear when concrete strategies or behavior changes are helpful.
Sessions typically focus on clear goals and small, manageable steps. For someone exhausted by parenting demands or dealing with a difficult relationship, she helps clarify priorities and find practical ways forward. She also supports adults managing mood disorders, addiction issues, or the effects of trauma and abuse.
Dr. Crowson emphasizes persistence - she encourages people not to give up on their progress. To begin, readers are advised to use the site's matching process to schedule a first session and confirm current session options.
How sessions work
How Dr. Crowson uses therapeutic approaches online
Client-centered therapy focuses on what matters to the person. The therapist listens closely and shapes sessions around the concerns the adult brings, such as parenting stress or relationship strain. This approach is useful when someone needs space to sort priorities and feelings.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. It uses practical exercises and short-term strategies to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful routines. That can be helpful for concerns like anxiety, depression, eating issues, and ADHD-related difficulties.
Motivational interviewing helps people connect to their own reasons for change and build on strengths. It is often used when someone is ambivalent about making a change, including patterns tied to addiction or repeated unhelpful behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods to try first, and will adjust plans based on goals and what feels useful. That means sessions may combine listening, practical exercises, and goal-focused steps over time.
The practical aim of online sessions is to fit therapy into everyday life. Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, since the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid travel, or fit appointments around work and family commitments while keeping the focus on clear goals and usable strategies.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family or parenting concerns does she help with?
She works with adults on family problems, parenting strain, relationship difficulties, and related stressors.
How would she approach anxiety or depression?
She uses cognitive behavioral strategies and client-centered work to identify worries and build practical coping steps.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 30 years of clinical experience, including work with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients in varied settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credential and practices in Alabama.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session formats before booking by using the site's matching process, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site's process.
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