Therapist profile
Monica Farrer, LCMHC
Licensed counselor - Family and parenting concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- CBT and DBT tools
About Monica
Monica Farrer is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with 11 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, parenting pressures, grief, trauma and other daily challenges. Monica also focuses on issues like sleep disturbance, anger, low self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.
Her approach is conversational and direct. She uses clear methods from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Sessions aim to identify patterns that get in the way and try practical steps to reduce distress and improve functioning.
Monica pays attention to family-related concerns such as blended family issues, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and problems that arise between relatives. She also addresses addiction and co-morbidity, guilt and shame, jealousy, and issues veterans or multicultural clients may bring.
In a typical meeting she listens to what matters most, helps set short-term goals, and tries techniques that suit the person's daily life. Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted as needed. Monica uses straightforward language and practical suggestions rather than clinical jargon.
To begin, people are invited to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful working relationship. It helps when someone needs to sort their priorities and feel heard while making changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can help with anger, impulsivity, and relationship stress.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose which methods make sense based on goals, day-to-day routines, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Adjustments are made along the way so sessions stay useful and focused.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, since the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the time spent traveling to an office. These practical benefits can help people keep therapy consistent while managing work, parenting, and other responsibilities.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family and parenting concerns does she address?
She helps people with parenting strain, blended family issues, divorce and separation, caregiver stress, and other family problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and practical, using client-centered dialogue alongside CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 11 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, addiction, relationship, and family concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina and practices there.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how meetings are held.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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