Carol Harris, LCSW
Experienced support through life transitions
- Depression and anxiety support
- Family and parenting guidance
- Aging and medical stress
About Carol Harris
Carol Harris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a credential that reflects advanced training to provide mental health therapy. She brings extensive experience working with ethnically diverse individuals and families, including young adults and their parents, as well as older adults navigating the emotional and practical realities of aging.
Her work also includes supporting people who are living with medical conditions and the mental health concerns that can accompany them. Carol helps clients facing depression and anxiety, and she has experience addressing relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and the stress that can arise when family roles and expectations change over time.
With a steady, seasoned perspective, she understands that both younger and older clients can feel stretched by life transitions and uncertainty. Carol approaches therapy with patience and kindness, offering guidance as clients work through change and move toward greater stability and confidence.
Her work also includes supporting people who are living with medical conditions and the mental health concerns that can accompany them. Carol helps clients facing depression and anxiety, and she has experience addressing relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and the stress that can arise when family roles and expectations change over time.
With a steady, seasoned perspective, she understands that both younger and older clients can feel stretched by life transitions and uncertainty. Carol approaches therapy with patience and kindness, offering guidance as clients work through change and move toward greater stability and confidence.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carol Harris have?
Carol Harris has 25 years of experience.
Is Carol Harris a licensed therapist?
Yes. Carol Harris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York, license number NY LCSW 047015.
In which languages does Carol Harris provide therapy?
Carol Harris provides therapy in English.
Where is Carol Harris located?
Carol Harris is located in New York.
How can I work with Carol Harris as my therapist?
You can work with Carol Harris through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carol Harris work with international clients?
Yes. Carol Harris works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carol Harris cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Online therapy with practical, evidence-informed approaches
Carol Harris draws from several established therapy methods to help clients navigate stress, mood concerns, and relationship or family challenges in a structured, supportive way.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practicing new skills that support day-to-day coping. It is often used when clients want practical tools for anxiety, depression, and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes building psychological flexibility - learning how to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. Mindfulness Therapy helps clients strengthen attention and awareness, which can be useful for managing overwhelm and staying grounded during life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Carol works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and adjust the pace and style of sessions so therapy feels relevant and workable.
Online therapy also makes support easier to fit into real life. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, or live chat, and text-based messaging can add flexibility between scheduled appointments, especially when schedules are busy or needs change week to week.