Cara Tuley , LPCC

Cara Tuley is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with 33 years of clinical experience. She has provided both in-person and online care to individuals, couples, and families across Ohio, in other states, and internationally, bringing a long history of practice to each therapeutic relationship.

Cara is curious about different cultures and values learning from the people she meets. She presents as open and accepting, offering a nonjudgmental space where clients are met as they are. Her style emphasizes respect and warmth while attending closely to each person or family’s unique story.

Clinically, she is skilled in individual, couples, and family therapy and commonly draws on a cognitive behavioral approach that is solution-focused and systemic in nature. Cara combines practical strategies with attention to relationships and patterns so clients can explore change that fits their real lives. She is currently accepting new clients and is available for work with people seeking support through a variety of formats.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cara often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions by emphasizing meaning and flexible responding.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and coping skills development.

Client-Centered Therapy is another influence in her work, offering a warm, empathic stance that prioritizes the client’s perspective and pace. This approach supports growth through acceptance, active listening, and collaboration.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Cara works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual or family.

Online therapy with Cara is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when travel or distance would otherwise be a barrier, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide progress and adjustments as needed.