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Deanna Carvalho

Therapist
9 years of experience
  • In-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi there, I'm Deanna.

Whatever brought you here, know you’re not alone — and reaching out is a courageous first step. As a licensed therapist, I can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface, break free from unhelpful patterns, and build the life you want

My goal is to help you move from feeling stuck to seeing your life — and yourself — with new clarity and confidence. You are not a problem to solve — you are a story to be understood.

Our work together is collaborative and deeply personal. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, self-doubt, or a vague sense that life could feel more aligned, we’ll explore how your thoughts, beliefs, and past experiences have shaped your self-image — and how you can shift that perspective to create more freedom, clarity, and joy in your life.

My approach to therapy

My approach is compassionate, collaborative and direct. I am committed to helping you create real and lasting change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, develop tools to help you move forward, and create a space where you can be fully yourself.

I specialize in working with adults who are navigating anxiety, relationship stress, and major life transitions — whether you’re adjusting to a new phase of life, healing from a breakup, or figuring out what’s next.

What you can expect from me

As a holistic therapist, I blend traditional therapy techniques with mindfulness, self-inquiry, and mindset work. I also recognize the mind-body-spirit connection and the importance of optimizing all aspects of well-being including sleep, nutrition, and movement. This just means learning to make choices that honor and nourish all aspects of who you are. My goal is to help you move from feeling stuck to seeing your life — and yourself — with new clarity, confidence and love.

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Woman
  • My style is
    Holistic, Direct, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at California School of Professional Psychology
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Sleep disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Relational, Attachment Based, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1724 East Boulevard Ste 201
    Charlotte, NC 28203