Tracy Carter (she/her)

I have extensive training and experience with OCD. I provide clients with education about OCD, which helps them identify and understand their obsessions and compulsions. I understand how difficult it is to withstand the anxiety and discomfort that occurs when clients extinguish compulsive behaviors and thought processes (checking, seeking reassurance). I help clients learn healthy coping strategies to apply and provide support while they engage in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP).

I have worked with clients who have lost loved ones to suicide, chronic illness, and unexpected accidents. I am skilled at compassionately walking with clients as they navigate the stages of grief. I have also helped clients who have experienced other significant losses; including divorce/break up, loss of a job, loss of a pet, etc.

Three of my four children have been diagnosed with ADHD, resulting in my personal and professional investment in understanding and treating ADHD. I'm knowledgeable about the various areas ADHD impacts clients; such as academics, emotional management, and interpersonal relationships, and help clients develop skills that increase functioning. I see medication as a resource to treat ADHD, but also work with individuals who don't want to take medication and/or don't need medication.

CBT education and interventions used.

DBT education and interventions used.

Goal and solutions focused therapy model used.