About me

In my 21 years of private practice and 10 years as a Program Director of a Professionals’ Health Program for medical professionals, I have extensive experience with a diverse population and issues. I believe providing a nonjudgemental, empathetic, safe and accepting environment is an essential aspect of therapy. Utilizing various therapeutic approaches (i.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy) help individualize the treatment plan. Although a seasoned therapist, I believe I can always learn more and have a willingness to research avenues to find the best resources for my clients.

In working with teens, I believe there are different approaches that may assist them in overcoming the resistance to therapy. It takes courage to share personal life issues with a stranger. I assure you, I will listen with respect and compassion as we navigate through the journey of therapy together in order for you to achieve your goals.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Relationships
  • Depression
  • ADHD
Also experienced in:
Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Coaching , Adoption and Foster Care , Blended Family Issues , Caregiver Issues and Stress , Co-morbidity , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 21

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

KS LCPC LCPC 198

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Carolyn Westgate. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Dec 04, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue

I’ve been going to Carolyn for a little over a year now and she is the best! Would recommend her to anyone I know!

Written on Aug 03, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

She’s amazing, can empathize with both parties while remaining unbiased. Is supportive and very easy to speak to. She’s very attentive and gets thoroughly invested in her clients.

Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

I’ve only worked with her for a few months, but she has already made me feel heard and seen as a person. She’s not afraid to challenge my irrational beliefs and how to make changes. I am excited to continue and grow with her in therapy.

Written on Jul 05, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue

I have just begun therapy but I’m very pleased with Carolyn Westgate. She is knowledgeable, patient and a good listener. I know I will have a good outcome over time with her help and guidance.

Written on Jun 21, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Carolyn helped me through a lot of internal conflict with my job as an animal control officer and the restrictions I face in extreme circumstances. After these issues had largely resolved and I remained quiet on my end for some time, when I reached out with a new problem, Carolyn went out her way to respond to me quickly even while she herself was on vacation. She makes me feel valued as an individual and not like I'm just a box to check off as part of a job.

Written on May 22, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 weeks

She is good at listening to my concerns.

Written on Apr 26, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Carolyn was amazing! We only had a few sessions but learned SO much during those and felt like we were truly seen by her. We really enjoyed working with Carolyn and would 100% recommend her to other couples seeking therapy.

Written on Feb 12, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

She’s a great therapist!!

Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd

Very good experience

Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

Carolyn has been so supportive she has pushed me to grow and rework my thinking to be more positive but never makes me uncomfortable and always makes me feel understood and cared for!

Written on Jan 18, 2023 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Carolyn was wonderfully accepting and it was gratifying to have her listen to my concerns, and let me know it was ok to have been affected by my past the way that I have.

Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Carolyn listened with compassion and helped me through a really difficult time. She is caring, genuine and helpful. I would definitely recommend her to a friend who is looking for a therapist.

Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties

Carolyn has been great to work with! I've had a previous therapist that I thought was pretty good until I started working with Carolyn. Working with Carolyn , I understand stand now what a good therapist really is!

Written on Nov 17, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 1 month

Carolyn has been very cooperative and responsive during this difficult time.

Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

She listened very well and addressed the issues I would like to work on.

Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

Carolyn is a great therapist.

Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

Carolyn had a substantial positive impact on my life in just a few months of therapy.

She is incredibly kind, caring, and talented. She helped me process things that were holding me back and take the right steps to move forward.

Anyone, especially if they suffer from ADHD and/or depression, would likely mightily benefit from working with Carolyn.

Written on Oct 12, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

Carolyn is experienced and very professional but still caring. She makes me feel comfortable and has great and helpful tools for navigating anxiety. I highly recommend her!

Written on Oct 04, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Carolyn is very knowledgeable. She has helped me tremendously within the last 3 months.

Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues

Carolyn is caring and understanding. She’s straightforward and helps me understand my feelings and concerns.

Written on Sep 20, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management

She is amazing!!

Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Carolyn for 2 weeks

Carolyn is awesome! Very good listener with great suggestions, deeply understands even the hardest things I have to discuss. Compassionate, already an ally on my team and it usually takes longer for me to feel trust. I talk a lot so we plow through quite a bit in a session but I believe she would listen whether I could talk or not.

Work with me!