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Trudi Carlson, LPC

Missouri LPC focused on family and anxiety
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Parenting and family
  • Mindfulness-informed care

About Trudi Carlson

Trudi Carlson is a Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 17 years of experience working in private practice. As an LPC she holds a state license to provide professional counseling services in Missouri and has supported people confronting a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, parenting and divorce challenges, ADHD and DSM-V diagnosed conditions, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

She holds certifications as a Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional (CMIP) and as an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), and she is currently pursuing additional certifications in trauma and grief. Her approach to therapy is warm, interactive, and informal, grounded in respect, compassion, and genuine empathy. She integrates client-centered methods with solution-focused strategies, mindfulness practices, and cognitive behavioral techniques to craft practical, individualized plans for each person.

Trudi emphasizes steady progress and realistic goals rather than quick fixes, reflecting her belief that meaningful change takes time. She works collaboratively to help clients build coping skills, improve relationships, and clarify life purpose, and she looks forward to supporting individuals and families through life transitions and healing.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepressionADHD

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Trudi Carlson have?

Trudi Carlson has 17 years of experience working as a counselor in private practice.

Is Trudi Carlson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MO LPC 2008029872.

In which languages does Trudi Carlson provide therapy?

Trudi Carlson provides therapy in English.

Where is Trudi Carlson located?

Trudi Carlson is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Trudi Carlson as my therapist?

You can work with Trudi Carlson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Trudi Carlson work with international clients?

Trudi Carlson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Trudi Carlson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Trudi combines client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness-based practices to guide therapy in an online setting. Client-centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients feel heard and supported while exploring goals and relationship or identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior and teaching practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, and mood regulation. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple attention skills that can reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation; her mindfulness-informed certification informs how these practices are woven into sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. She works together with clients to choose or adapt methods based on each person’s needs, preferences, and goals, making adjustments over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options can make it easier to fit consistent sessions into life, maintain momentum between appointments, and access licensed professionals from home or wherever is most convenient.

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