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I came from a family of talkers and storytellers, and I've lived in many parts of the United States; I've known and worked with pe...
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I came from a family of talkers and storytellers, and I've lived in many parts of the United States; I've known and worked with people from varied backgrounds, many cultures. I love that people are willing to share their stories with me.
Carol Whitescarver is a Clinical Social Worker, independently licensed in Massachusetts, Indiana, and Arizona. She has 24 years of social work and psychotherapy practice with individuals and groups. Carol graduated from Marymount College with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Psychology, and from Fordham University with a Master’s in Social Work. She has worked in outpatient treatment programs in her community and with veterans and active-duty army members and their families, as well as in residential programs for TBI, substance abuse, and mental illness within the Veterans Health Administration.
She currently works with adults who seek supportive and in-depth therapy for trauma, PTSD, life transitions, anger/behavioral issues, grief, relationship challenges, depression, and anxiety. Carol believes that each person has the ability and innate knowledge to grow and change, and that therapy must be creative, dynamic, and tailored to the individual. Whether using creativity, images, or more traditional talk therapy, her philosophy tends toward positive psychology that is strength-based, trauma-informed, flexible, enjoyable, and aligned with a person’s desired lifestyle. Carol believes that therapists must be genuine and able to create a ‘sacred space’ that is safe and supportive so that clients can relax and sense that they are respected, valued, and understood. A trusting therapeutic relationship that addresses Mind/Body/Spirit is essential to the process of growth and change, and Carol believes that humor, play, forgiveness, creativity, and gratitude practice hold a strong place in psychotherapy. Creativity, regardless of how it is expressed, is life-affirming and an extremely important asset when redesigning one’s life.
Perhaps you need a safe place to tell your truth, feel understood and accepted, learn new skills in coping or problem solving, or brainstorm your ideas/goals. Carol is an experienced therapist who will join you in your search for your authentic self, and in your understanding or repair of the past and old stories you hold. Therapy work with Carol includes compassion, warmth, humor, challenge, curiosity, and flexibility. She will help you find strengths, the courage to use your true voice, and the confidence to break free of patterns that no longer serve you well.
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Life coaching is a personalized support system that helps individuals clarify goals, develop action plans, and navigate challenges. Coaches employ effective communication and active listening to assist clients in overcoming obstacles, unlocking their potential, and achieving personal growth for a more fulfilling life.
In life coaching, our coaches utilize diverse therapeutic techniques that are tailored to individuals, including cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, mindfulness, and positive psychology approaches. They also utilize active listening and empathetic communication to provide a supportive space for you to explore and achieve personal goals and overcome challenges, fostering personal growth and clarity.
Life coaching with our therapists in Phoenix, AZ is conducted both in person and virtually via online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The number of life coaching sessions someone attends can differ based on the coach and the client’s choices. How many sessions are needed and how often they occur often hinges on the client’s objectives and the complexity of their concerns. Some clients might opt for a few sessions to tackle particular goals or issues, while others may decide on ongoing coaching sessions to work on personal growth and life enhancement over a more extended period of time. Thriveworks Phoenix therapists work with clients to create goals and potential timelines for treatment.
Our life coaches are here to assist you in the many goal-oriented areas of your life including financial independence, communication flexing between different types of colleagues, or other areas that need addressing. If you don’t have a particular target in mind, don’t worry. Your provider will be happy to ask you questions that get you thinking about the future. These questions may be about your environment, your relationships, your work, your desires, or your current level of satisfaction.
Working with a life coach can lead to personal transformation that impacts all areas of your life. Our coaches at Thriveworks in Phoenix, AZ are ready to help when you’re ready to get started. Reach out to us today to schedule your first appointment.
People seeking life coaching may choose to focus on different growth areas, some of which are listed here:
If you’d like to make a change in your life in one or more of these areas, consider reaching out to schedule your first life coaching appointment with us at Thriveworks in Phoenix, AZ.
Life coaches can help you learn to set and achieve goals by introducing structure and organization into your schedule. In your introductory session, your provider will listen to your goals, concerns, and circumstances to create a plan that aligns with your needs and helps you reach your human potential.
Take financial planning, for instance. For some, financial planning can mean creating a long-term goal such as opening and contributing to a college fund for a child beginning on the child’s first birthday. For others, financial planning can have short-term implications such as saving for a car down payment by year’s end or saving for a trip by the beginning of the summer.
Whether your goal is long or short-term, our life coaches can help you get there. Additionally, your provider can help you update your goals as you achieve your previous targets. In this way, your life coach adds continued value to your life as you work to achieve your many aspirations.
Whether you’re unhappy with your life or are just looking for a way to find additional fulfillment, life coaching sessions with a Thriveworks coach can help add vigor to your routine. Our coaches are here to motivate you, guide you, and offer their expert services.
You can meet with one of our providers online or in person at our counseling office, which offers convenient business hours seven days a week. We offer same-week appointments, provide evening and weekend session options, and take many different insurance plans.
Your goals don’t have to wait. You can begin planning for the future as soon as you’re ready. Simply call us at Thriveworks in Phoenix, AZ to get started.
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