Carrie Covell
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Carrie Covell, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
California•New York
Attachment issues- Relationship issues- Trauma-Self-esteem-Identity development- Loss, grief, and bereavement-

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Out-of-network with insurances

$375

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Professional statement

Carrie works with with highly insightful women and members of the LGBTQ+ community who, despite their best efforts, feel stuck. Often admired for their competence, it may not be apparent they've overcome early trauma, abandonment, or emotional neglect. They struggle privately with overthinking and intense feelings. Dynamics with others are painful and confusing, resulting in conflict or anxiety. Coping mechanisms like perfectionism, control, and people-pleasing provide a false sense of safety while actually sabotaging intimacy and inner-peace. Intelligent and introspective, Carrie's clients know there's more to life than survival—they're committed to self-actualization.

Specialty populations include: creatives / arts & entertainment professionals; empty nesters & parents of young adults; cancer patients & their loved ones; individuals in ENM / open / polyamorous relationships; individuals in later-stage DBT treatment (stages 2-4); and loved ones of those exhibiting traits consistent with: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), and Substance Use Disorders (SUD).

Carrie specializes in synthesizing advanced, evidence-based interventions with depth-oriented, trauma-focused, and attachment-informed care. By strategically blending behavioral, cognitive, experiential, and relational modalities to effectively target the specific problems her clients face, she facilitates both immediate, practical improvements and sustained, profound growth.

Carrie earned her Master of Science Degree in Social Work, Advanced Clinical Practice, at Columbia University in New York City, where she was appointed to a fellowship in the DBT Training Program. Carrie has advanced clinical training in: DBT Intensive Training / CBT Essentials, CBT for Depression, and CBT for Anxiety / Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) / Fundamentals of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) / Prolonged Grief Disorder Treatment (PGDT). In addition to her work as a therapist, Carrie provides consultation, supervision, and training to other clinicians, as well as expert comment in publications such as Newsweek and Everyday Health.

Message to clients

Starting therapy is a revolution. You don’t have to settle, and you know it. You believe an examined life is an empowered life, so you’ve chosen curiosity. What’s working for me? What isn’t? Can I look closely at myself with compassion? At the same time, can I challenge myself to move through the world in a new way? My work is to join you in yours. To guide you through this conversation with yourself and enrich it with clinical expertise. To give you the support you need to be courageous. And to be as invested in your journey as you are.

I practice flexibly and tailor treatment for the individual needs of each of my clients. How I work with you will depend on what works for you. We might start by addressing your most urgent problems, decreasing your symptoms, and learning coping skills, then naturally progress to practicing mindful awareness, regulating your nervous system, safely experiencing emotions, and finding spiritual fulfillment.

We all need connection, understanding, and yes, sometimes help. Beyond education, training, and experience, it is my humanity I bring most fully to session. I want to meet you where it hurts, where things feel stuck, or where life stopped making sense. I’ve been there, too—and I know you can heal.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 7 years

Self, Psychotherapist, 2021 - Present
Westside DBT, Psychotherapist, 2021 - 2023
Behavioral Psych Studio, Psychotherapist, 2019 - 2021

ICEEFT, Externship in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT), 2025
PESI, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Intensive Training, 2023
ICEEFT, Fundementals of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), 2023
The Beck Institute, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Essentials, 2020
The Beck Institute, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety, 2020
The Beck Institute, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Depression, 2020
Columbia University, Master of Science in Social Work, Advanced Clinical Practice, 2019
Columbia University, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Training Program, 2019
Columbia University, Prolonged Grief Disorder Treament (PGDT) Training, 2019
The Linehan Institute, Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT) Intensive Training, 2019

Licensure

California: 105951 - New York: 093996

Languages

English

Specialties

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns; fostering healthy family relationships

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Identity development - Understanding, accepting, and strengthening one’s sense of self through the exploration of family, work, and personal values; addressing issues such as, race, class, gender, and sexual orientation, in the context of self experience

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Carrie Covell is not in-network with any insurances.

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Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$375 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I don’t accept insurance, but I’ll give you a superbill you can submit to your plan for reimbursement (please inquire with your carrier to determine whether you‘re eligible for out-of-network benefits).

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