Craig Carpenter, LCSW
Helping people reframe their story and take practical steps
Details
| Name | Craig Carpenter |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Oklahoma |
| Licensed in | Oklahoma |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 14 |
About Craig
Craig Carpenter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Oklahoma with 14 years of clinical experience. He focuses on practical steps people can take toward clearer thinking and steadier days. He speaks plain language and works to help clients meet their therapy goals.
Craig offers help for a wide range of struggles including addiction, anxiety, depression, relationship and communication problems, grief, self-esteem, and stress. He also supports people facing chronic illness, aging concerns, fatherhood issues, immigration stress, and isolation.
Background and approach
His practice includes coaching around career decisions and life changes. His approach is flexible. Craig draws on Narrative ideas to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves.
He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to build coping skills and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Sessions are collaborative. Craig listens for what matters most to each person and then outlines clear, manageable steps to work toward those aims.
He encourages honesty and willingness as the starting point for change. People who choose him can expect straightforward guidance, practical tools, and a focus on real-life goals. He aims to help people find more balance and clarity so they can move forward from difficult moments.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Addictions, Relationship issues, Career difficulties among the things Craig works with, alongside the areas below.
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Immigration issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Phobias
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Sex addiction
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Workplace issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Attachment-Based Therapy: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Gottman Method: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Craig among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Craig directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Craig directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and commit to small steps that align with what matters to them; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes. Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and highlights alternative, more helpful narratives to reduce shame and blame. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns and can help with trust, communication, and relationship struggles.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Craig collaborates with clients to choose and adjust techniques based on individual goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in sessions. He checks in regularly and adapts the plan as progress or challenges appear.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for his style of work. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deep discussion and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited and work well for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to get brief coaching, track thoughts between sessions, and fit support into a busy day. These options create flexibility so people can use the format that best matches their needs and schedule.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does this therapist address?
Craig helps with addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship and communication problems, grief, self-esteem, and stress among other issues listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a collaborative, plainspoken approach that focuses on actionable steps and reframing personal narratives to reduce distress and improve coping.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of experience working in clinical settings, including work with complex mental health needs.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, credentialed in Oklahoma.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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