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Carla Hawkins

Therapist
25 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Carla. I work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, mood concerns, life transitions, or experiences that just keep you from feeling like your best self. You might be managing emotional ups and downs, navigating changes in your relationships or roles, or wondering how to feel more connected, confident, and in control of your life. If you’re looking for a supportive space to make sense of these challenges and move forward with clarity and strength, I’d be glad to walk alongside you.

My approach to therapy

My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. Clients describe me as warm, attentive, and easy to talk to — someone who creates a safe environment where you can be open about what’s hard without fear of judgment. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, identify patterns that might be holding you back, and build practical, real-world tools to help you navigate stress, regulate emotions, and face life’s transitions with greater confidence and calm.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding what brought you to therapy and what you hope will be different in your life. You’ll be heard, respected, and met with genuine curiosity about your story. From there, we’ll begin shaping clear goals and a plan that feels meaningful and achievable for you. Over time, most people notice they feel more grounded, more capable of managing stress and emotions, and more confident in navigating relationships and daily life with intention and balance.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Holistic, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    25 years of experience
  • Training
    Other, MA (Master of Arts) at Clark Atlanta University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Georgia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Sleep disorder, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English