Carol Watler, LMHC
Compassionate counselor blending clinical care and spiritual support
- Client-centered care
- CBT and EMDR
- Stress and grief support
About Carol Watler
Carol Watler brings a long and varied background in mental health and spiritual care to her work as a therapist. She has been involved in mental health practice for approximately 17 years, a span that includes both clinical training and direct service. For seven years she served as a hospital chaplain, providing spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff, and later managed a hospital chaplaincy department where she assisted individuals through different stages of grief and supported staff coping with high-stress clinical environments.
Ms. Watler holds a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and a Master of Divinity from Regent University. She is board eligible for certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains and is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors with certification in Critical Incident Stress Management. Her clinical credentials have included licensure as a Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida and participation as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst candidate. These combined qualifications reflect training in both counseling and spiritual care, which she has integrated into her therapeutic approach.
Her clinical career began in 2003 with Lakeside Alternatives, where she blended chaplain skills and counseling training to serve clients and families. After earning licensure she provided counseling and psychotherapy to juvenile clients and their families, and in November 2010 she founded Hope For Tomorrow Mental Health Services, LLC to offer individual and group therapy to adults and young people. Outside of private practice she has led community workshops on stress management, grief, and coping skills, and assists with referrals to advocacy groups, churches, and parish nurses as needed.
Ms. Watler frames her mission around offering hope and supportive care informed by faith while focusing on tangible progress. Her practice emphasizes comprehensive treatment that addresses emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions of a person, and aims to help clients see meaningful results within months through focused, goal-oriented work.
Ms. Watler holds a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and a Master of Divinity from Regent University. She is board eligible for certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains and is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors with certification in Critical Incident Stress Management. Her clinical credentials have included licensure as a Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida and participation as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst candidate. These combined qualifications reflect training in both counseling and spiritual care, which she has integrated into her therapeutic approach.
Her clinical career began in 2003 with Lakeside Alternatives, where she blended chaplain skills and counseling training to serve clients and families. After earning licensure she provided counseling and psychotherapy to juvenile clients and their families, and in November 2010 she founded Hope For Tomorrow Mental Health Services, LLC to offer individual and group therapy to adults and young people. Outside of private practice she has led community workshops on stress management, grief, and coping skills, and assists with referrals to advocacy groups, churches, and parish nurses as needed.
Ms. Watler frames her mission around offering hope and supportive care informed by faith while focusing on tangible progress. Her practice emphasizes comprehensive treatment that addresses emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions of a person, and aims to help clients see meaningful results within months through focused, goal-oriented work.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsLife purposeMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Carol Watler have?
Carol Watler has 17 years of experience in mental health work, a period that includes her clinical training and years of direct service.
Is Carol Watler a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her license details are NY LMHC 008662.
In which languages does Carol Watler provide therapy?
Carol Watler provides therapy in English.
Where is Carol Watler located?
Carol Watler is located in New York.
How can I work with Carol Watler as my therapist?
You can work with Carol Watler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Carol Watler work with international clients?
Yes, Carol Watler works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Carol Watler 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, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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 Remote Care
Carol Watler draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused tools to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their own goals and values; it is useful for building self-understanding and coping with life changes. CBT focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, a practical approach that often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Trauma-focused techniques, including elements of EMDR when appropriate, address the emotional impact of past events and support processing and recovery in ways tailored to each person.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Licensed professionals and therapists collaborate with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then adapt methods so treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single model on every case.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats let clients fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from different locations, while still working with a trained therapist to make steady progress.