- Solution focused
- Client centered
- Trauma informed
About Caitlin
Caitlin Merritt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and parenting concerns. She also supports those coping with trauma, relationship problems, grief, ADHD, mood disorders, and career strain. Caitlin writes plainly and works in a practical, interactive way to help people make changes that fit their lives.
She trained for a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. That experience shaped how she uses a mix of approaches in her sessions. Caitlin says she combines client-centered listening with tools from cognitive behavioral methods and psychodynamic ideas to match each person's needs.
Sessions tend to be solution-focused and collaborative. Caitlin works with each person to set clear goals and to adapt conversations and exercises to those goals. She aims to keep sessions grounded and actionable so people can try things between meetings.
She has five years of clinical experience in mental health settings and brings that background into practical problem solving. Caitlin also notes experience with adoption and foster care concerns, body image, communication problems, and young adult issues.
People who choose her can expect straightforward discussion, gentle challenge, and personalized plans. If someone is ready to take a first step, Caitlin offers supportive, goal-oriented care aimed at real-life improvements.
How her approaches work in online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on empathetic listening and supporting the persons own goals. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what they say, and helps them find solutions that feel right. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress. It is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and some stress problems.Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to try first and will adjust plans based on how things are progressing and what feels most useful to the client.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time while keeping regular meetings. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to continue goal-focused work and practical skill building in ways that fit everyday life.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Caitlin help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship issues, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and career or self-esteem struggles.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is interactive and solution-focused. Sessions combine listening with practical tools and tailored plans to help people meet their goals.
What is her professional background?
Caitlin holds a masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has about five years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Caitlin?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.