Carla Dumas - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

31 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Carla Dumas

I am licensed in Illinois with 31 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Licenses

LCPC

180.005817

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Depression
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Impulsivity
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Personality disorders
Prejudice and discrimination
Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

4 Reviews

“We seem to be getting to the source of my problems. Hopefully we will.”

“I am so grateful for the guidance and support I've received from Carla Dumas. They created a safe and comfortable environment where I felt truly heard and understood. Carla’s ability to listen actively and provide insightful feedback has been invaluable to my healing journey. I've been able to develop coping mechanisms that have helped me to manage anxiety and build confidence. I now have a more positive outlook on life, and I am truly thankful for the difference therapy has made. I would highly recommend Carla Dumas to anyone seeking therapy.”

“Carla is very responsive and attentive to our needs”

“She is very personable and made me feel heard and seen.”

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