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Carol Ballenger, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Carol is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
4.8 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Carol. View 20 reviews
Great news, Carol is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Arkansas

Recent reviews

Carol is such a kind and empathetic therapist. I genuinely feel like our sessions have helped me work through a lot and helped me build my self esteem. I look forward to talking to her every week!

Reviewed March 2023

Carol is the best! I wasn’t sure how I felt about therapy to begin with but she has been a huge help! She is always checking in on me and I look forward to our chats!

Reviewed December 2022

More about Carol

  • 16 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello and Welcome!

My name is Carol and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas since 2010. My experience ranges from individual and family therapy in a clinical setting to working with children and adolescents as a school- based therapist. I have helped adults, children and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication, family/ relationship conflicts, parenting, self -esteem, self-acceptance, and life goals.

My approach is person centered, integrative and solution-focused tailored to your specific needs. Honesty, communication and collaboration are essential to creating a positive trusting relationship and developing the right treatment plan to identify and accomplish your short- and long-term goals. I believe we all benefit from having a caring person to listen and encourage us during difficult times. Asking for help is an integral part of self-care. Accepting help is a sign of strength and determination to make positive changes in our lives now and for our future.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Parenting issues Self-esteem Depression Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Coping with life changes ADHD Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Forgiveness Self-love

Insurance Accepted

  • Cigna

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Carol Ballenger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740429323.

  • LPC · Arkansas · P1201015 · Renews May 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Carol Ballenger

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.8

20 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Helped Helpful Recommend Empathetic Grateful Listens Safe Wonderful The best

Carol is such a kind and empathetic therapist. I genuinely feel like our sessions have helped me work through a lot and helped me build my self esteem. I look forward to talking to her every week!

Reviewed March 2023

Carol is the best! I wasn’t sure how I felt about therapy to begin with but she has been a huge help! She is always checking in on me and I look forward to our chats!

Reviewed December 2022

I look forward to therapy every week because Carol makes me feel safe and heard and really cares about helping me. I am so grateful to get to talk to her!

Reviewed November 2022

Carol is patient, personable, knowledgeable, and witty. She’s wonderful!

Reviewed September 2022

Carol is an amazing therapist, she shows so much concern, strength and love.

Reviewed April 2022

Carol has been amazing! I wouldn’t have made it where I am without her expertise.

Reviewed March 2022

I have been counseling with Carol for a while now and cant say enough good things about her. She helped me thrive through a painful and nasty divorce and has been continually checking in on me whenever I stop reaching out myself. She is wonderful at what she does. Will continue with her for as long as I can.

Reviewed February 2022

I talk to Carol about once a week and she never makes me feel unheard. She always is pushing me to be more positive and always listens to what I have to say. I'm in a hard place and sometimes I think I'm alone, but I know I'm not because Carol makes sure to message me and make sure I'm ok.

Reviewed January 2022

Carol is very communicative, and consistent. I appreciate that she makes me feel heard and also offers tools and exercises to help in areas that I voice struggles in. She is easy to talk to and has an enjoyable personality, which can make hard conversations a bit more bearable.

Reviewed November 2021

Carol is amazing. She and I hit it off from the start. She is well versed and experienced in live events and situations. If I could carry her around in my pocket and ask her advise as I journey through situations, it would be best to next to our meetings. :)

Reviewed November 2021

She's really sweet

Reviewed September 2021

She’s absolutely the best!

Reviewed August 2021

Shes amazing!

Reviewed July 2021

Carol is very responsive not only in chatting but in what tools she can get you in order to help. She does not judge and allows you to talk through your problems in a safe and welcoming space.

Reviewed July 2021

Carol does a great job of offering different suggestions and ways to reach me. She always checks in with me too and I appreciate that a lot.

Reviewed June 2021

Carol is incredibly helpful and kind! I felt immediately encouraged right at my first session and would recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed May 2021

Carol is such an excellent counselor. In our first session she was able to identify what I really needed to work on (among all the numerous issues and worries). Her insightful advice and the material and worksheets she provided me have helped so much. Really grateful I was paired up with her.

Reviewed May 2021

Carol is a good listener who is empathetic and helpful. I'm glad we worked together to help me cope with all the frustrations in my life. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed May 2021

She’s amazing. I love that she listens and checks up on me to see how I am doing. And she is very encouraging . I highly recommend her.

Reviewed April 2021

She has been amazing so far! Very understanding and helpful!

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Carol Ballenger offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Carol Ballenger works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Carol Ballenger speak?

Carol Ballenger speaks English.

How many years of experience does Carol Ballenger have?

Carol Ballenger has 16 years of experience.

Where is Carol Ballenger licensed to practice?

Carol Ballenger is licensed to practice in Arkansas.

Does Carol Ballenger accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Carol Ballenger accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Carol Ballenger accept insurance?

Yes, Carol Ballenger accepts Cigna.

Does Carol Ballenger accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Carol Ballenger does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Carol Ballenger offer?

Carol Ballenger offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Carol Ballenger?

Carol Ballenger can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Carol Ballenger?

Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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