Carlton Vance

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide confidential counseling for adults, families, and couples of all backgrounds, orientations, and identities. My practice is grounded in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where we collaborate to explore the context of your challenges and develop a personalized path forward.

Drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches—including client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), existential therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)—I tailor each session to best support your individual needs and goals.

Whether you're facing difficulties with relationships, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, assertiveness, or other life challenges, we will work together to strengthen your mental and emotional well-being. My goal is to empower you to embrace your uniqueness with confidence and lead a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

My approach to therapy is uniquely tailored to each individual. I believe that effective therapy should be personal, thought-provoking, and—when needed—a bit challenging. I strive to create a space where clients feel both supported and encouraged to grow. Drawing from a wide range of evidence-based modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I adapt each session to meet your specific needs, goals, and pace.

In each therapy session, you can expect to gain greater insight and awareness into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. These sessions often facilitate a deeper understanding of the root causes of distress and help to identify patterns such as cognitive distortions or unhealthy relationship dynamics. Clients experience emotional relief from expressing difficult feelings in a secure and supportive environment, receiving validation, and a sense of being genuinely understood. Most sessions conclude with actionable takeaways, whether it is a new perspective to consider, homework assignments, or a plan for implementing changes between sessions, ensuring that the progress made in therapy is carried into your everyday life.