- 30 years experience
- LSCSW
- Kansas based
About Carlos
Carlos Camarena is a licensed social worker with three decades of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, and relationship concerns. He also supports people facing grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, career strain, compassion fatigue, and a range of intimacy and family-related worries. Carlos practices in Kansas and provides services in English.
Carlos began his helping work in 1980 as a case manager supporting people with serious physical disabilities. He earned a Master of Social Work in 1991 and then worked in a county mental health program serving people with severe mental illness and housing instability. That work exposed him to depression, PTSD, anxiety, thought disorders, and substance issues, and shaped his practical approach to care.
He describes himself as a generalist who listens first and looks for realistic solutions. In sessions he focuses on hearing what each person needs, treating them with dignity, and finding ways to reduce the day-to-day impact of mental health problems. He aims to offer clear, practical strategies rather than abstract theory.
Carlos uses a mix of client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral tools, solution-focused work, and trauma-focused approaches to address problems such as abandonment, codependency, communication problems, infidelity, and first responder stress. He also has experience with issues like bipolar disorder, domestic violence, dissociation, and drug and alcohol addiction.
People seeking help with coping during major life changes or who need support for lingering guilt, shame, isolation, or commitment worries may find his experience relevant. He emphasizes collaboration and practical steps toward improved functioning and greater daily ease.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people find their own answers. It helps when someone needs support to make sense of feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and address mood problems. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clear goals and small steps that produce visible change and can be helpful for career stress, relationship communication, and money-related worries.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences and then suggest ways to combine methods. That collaboration helps tailor sessions to what feels most useful for day-to-day problems and longer-term change.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific delivery options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also supports continuity of care when life or work makes in-person appointments difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches so people get practical strategies and concrete steps they can use between sessions.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Carlos help with?
Covers stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, and related concerns such as codependency and isolation.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He listens first and aims for practical, realistic solutions. Sessions focus on dignity, clear goals, and steps people can use day to day.
How much experience does he have working in the field?
He has 30 years of experience, beginning as a case manager in 1980 and earning a Master of Social Work in 1991 before working in county mental health services.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LSCSW credential and practices in Kansas.
Which languages are used during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which session formats are used.
How are sessions billed and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.