Carlos is fantastic
Carlos Camarena, LSCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Carlos is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Carlos. View 15 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kansas
Recent reviews
Carlos has been a great help. He’s knowledgeable and attentive. Messages me and helps keep me grounded. Understands where I’m coming from and gives me honest feedback. Would 100% recommend him.
More about Carlos
- 30 years' experience
- Male
- LSCSW
My therapy career journey started in 1980 when I became a Case Manager working with individuals dealing with severe physical disabilities. At that time I was fresh out of undergraduate school and was seeking experience in the helping professions. My mother was a Social Worker and provided community services in the small town I grew up in and I was carrying the torch so to speak. I graduated with my MSW in 1991 and began working for a County mental health program in my state that provided services to people suffering from severe mental health issues and that had become homeless. This therapy experience provided me with first hand treatment support for a variety of issues. Including depression, PTSD, anxiety, thought disorders, etc. I became a generalist with a knowledge of treatment for numerous mental health problems. What I learned more than anything throughout it all though is that treating people with respect and dignity along with listening and hearing what they needed and trying to meet those needs was crucial to any type of therapy success. I continue to believe in this mindset and will do my upmost best to find solutions and provide the specific support and answers for each person I work with. In order to teach them how to better cope and reduce the impact of mental health issues they feel are impacting their lives in a negative way.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Avoidant personality
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Carlos Camarena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346295169.
- LSCSW · Kansas · 1648 · Expires April 2025
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Carlos Camarena
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Carlos is fantastic
Carlos has been a great help. He’s knowledgeable and attentive. Messages me and helps keep me grounded. Understands where I’m coming from and gives me honest feedback. Would 100% recommend him.
Amazing
Carlos is one of the best therapists I’ve ever had. I leave every session feeling refreshed and supported, and even between sessions, he’s very responsive. I truly feel like he has my back!
Carlos is amazing. He is very helpful and sincere in every conversation we’ve had! He’s opened my eyes about some of the traumatic events in my life and has really helped me through each one. I can’t even start to say how much I appreciate him. Carlos is the first therapist I’ve ever had and I could not have had a better experience.
Mr. Camarena is hands down one of the best therapist I've come across
Carlos is insightful and professional. He knows his stuff and helps me dive deep on key aspects in therapy!
He lets me do most of the talking, and pulls information from what I say, and then asks questions.
Carlos is fantastic. He listens, is objective, and is not judgemental. He has helped me improve my mental health tremendously. I'm very grateful to him and BetterHelp.
Carlos is an incredibly understanding and intuitive therapist. In my first session, he had a better understanding of me than people I’ve known for years. He is an excellent listener and offers many helpful insights and skills for me to try. I needed help dealing with trauma and issues that were affecting my health and Carlos has been a wonderful support.
I really like speaking with Carlos he makes it so easily to talk to him and he really listens and is always finding new ways to help me in everyday life. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Carlos is great. He’s kind, understanding, nonjudgemental, and presents a very calming energy while also being insightful, helpful and objective. He’s a great listener and has helped me understand a lot about myself and the things I’ve struggled with in a short period of time. I feel comfortable expressing myself to him without fear. I’ve really appreciated his help so far and am excited to continue with him. Thank you Carlos!
He really asked great questions to understand my concerns. He then, pinpointed areas of focus and follows through with constructive worksheets to help me work through things.
I love the different options I am given for counseling. Video, messaging, calling, etc. I have avoided counseling for a long time and he makes it feel more comforting and inviting. I was very surprised at how easy and honestly enjoyable hes made it.
Compassionate and goal oriented, excellent counselor.
Frequently asked questions
Does Carlos Camarena offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Carlos Camarena 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 Carlos Camarena speak?
Carlos Camarena speaks English.
How many years of experience does Carlos Camarena have?
Carlos Camarena has 30 years of experience.
Where is Carlos Camarena licensed to practice?
Carlos Camarena is licensed to practice in Kansas.
Does Carlos Camarena accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Carlos Camarena accepts 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 Carlos Camarena offer?
Carlos Camarena offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Carlos Camarena?
Carlos Camarena 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 Carlos Camarena?
Just tap the CHAT 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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.