Dr. Carmen Bryant
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
About Carmen
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Washington, a Licensed Practical Counselor in the state of Texas, a retired U.S. Army Veteran and senior leader, and have 20 years of nonclinical and 18 years of clinical experience. I work exclusively with women, focusing on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, self-esteem, and confidence. My specialized area of expertise is in pathological relationships—particularly recovery from narcissistic abuse and emotional manipulation.
My approach is highly psychoeducational, helping women understand the psychological and behavioral dynamics of toxic and abusive relationships. Through education, insight, and emotional processing, I guide clients in recognizing cognitive dissonance, breaking trauma bonds, rebuilding self-worth, and developing healthier boundaries.
I offer 30-minute sessions by video or phone only.
I believe each woman holds the wisdom and strength to heal and redefine her story. Therapy is a courageous step toward restoration, clarity, and empowerment—and I am here to walk that path with you.
What Carmen helps with
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Domestic violence
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Multicultural concerns
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Women's issues
How Carmen works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Dr. Bryant is truly amazing. She has a way of simplifying things and helping you see a situation from a completely different perspective without ever making you feel judged or overwhelmed. I genuinely felt like she helped me after just ONE session, which I honestly wasn’t expecting. I scheduled another session simply because I enjoyed talking to her so much!<br /> <br /> She is incredibly easy to talk to, warm, understanding, and also assertive in a way that I really appreciated. She doesn’t just listen—she gives you honest, thoughtful feedback that actually sticks with you. Talking to her felt so natural and comfortable, almost like talking to a friend who knows exactly when to listen and when to tell you what you need to hear.<br /> <br /> Even though my time with her was short, she made a genuine impact on me when I needed it most. I’m incredibly grateful I found her and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who makes therapy feel approachable, comfortable, and genuinely helpful. 🤍”
- “Very happy I met dr Bryant! She’s been such a blessing.”
- “Dr. Bryant is warm, inviting and incredibly easy to talk to. She thoroughly understands how to help survivors who’ve experienced narcissistic abuse. She offered powerful insight that helped me connect patterns I hadn’t fully understood before. I left feeling clearer, more grounded and genuinely supported. She offers resources after the session is over to help everything click between sessions. I look forward to each session I have with her.”
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- “Dr. Bryant is amazing.”
- “I’ve had a really great experience. She is incredibly relatable, understanding, and easy to talk to, which makes opening up feel natural instead of intimidating. I really appreciate her flexibility and how accommodating they are with scheduling and life’s unpredictability. She also is refreshingly straightforward—honest, clear, and practical—while still being compassionate and supportive. I’m genuinely grateful for the support and growth I’ve experienced”
- “So far I have had one live session and several emails with Dr. Bryant and she has been wonderful. Her demeanor is warm, encouraging and kind and she has the expertise in my very situation! Exactly what I needed! I am looking forward to working with her.”
- “My first experience was very positive. I’m looking forward to working more with Carmen.”
- “I've been connecting with therapist Dr Bryant for about a month now and I can say that the sessions has been useful in my day to day life. I see people and myself differently. Learning the importants of loving myself, all of me.”
- “She is very knowledgeable and I always feel hopeful and happy when our sessions are over.”
- “Dr Bryant specializes in the issues that affect me most. She’s easy to talk with and very knowledgable in her field.”
- “I have only had one session so still getting to know Dr. Bryant, but I felt supported in the session I had!”
- “Dr. Bryant is an outstanding therapist. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to each session and I couldn’t be happier. I highly recommended her.”
- “It has been super helpful having Dr Bryant as my therapist. I was able to talk freely, she listened and communicated with me in a way that I felt safe. I really appreciate her time”
- “Was easy to talk to, respectful, heard my concerns and directed me to resources that were a better fit.”
- “Real and down and to earth. No sugar coating real talk backed up by research.”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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