Dr. Carrie Willey, LPCC, LPC

Dr. Carrie L. Willey, Ph.D., LPC is a seasoned therapist with decades of experience supporting people through addiction, eating disorders, and the aftermath of trauma. She has worked extensively with The Meadows treatment facility in Wickenburg, Arizona, where she learned the Post-Induction-Therapy process from Pia Mellody, author of "Facing Codependence," and facilitated an intensive Survivor's Workshop focused on helping participants move beyond childhood and adult trauma.

Dr. Willey also served as Clinical Director and therapist at Shades of Hope, a program specializing in addictions and eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating. Her work there included collaboration with Tennie McCarthy, founder of Shades of Hope and author of the book "Shades of Hope." In addition, her background includes providing assessment and treatment for addictions and other mental health concerns through Indian Health Services in various tribal locations, contributing to her experience working with culturally diverse populations.

Her approach is eclectic, with a primary focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and training in Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing. She often incorporates practical assignments to encourage active participation, drawing on individual strengths and helping people change patterns that feel limiting. While not religious, Dr. Willey describes herself as spiritual and respectful of all spiritual paths. She is also an avid bicyclist, typically riding 15-30 miles on weekends and having completed rides as long as 75 miles in a day.