- Grief and life changes
- Stress and anxiety
- Career and workplace
About Cary
Cary Brim Reid is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing grief, major life changes, career stress, and anxiety. She also supports those dealing with compassion fatigue, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and LGBT-related concerns. Cary offers straightforward guidance for people trying to find a better balance between work and wellbeing.
Cary uses clear, practical methods in sessions. She listens closely and tailors strategies to each person's needs. Sessions focus on skills to manage stress, ways to shift unhelpful thinking, and steps to build resilience over time.
Her background includes six years working as a clinical social worker in Washington. Cary draws from both talk-based and skills-oriented approaches to meet different problems. She leans on techniques that bring immediate relief as well as deeper exploration when that helps.
In therapy people can expect a mix of short-term tools and longer-term reflection. Some sessions emphasize behavior and thought changes, while others use mindfulness or exploration of personal meaning. The goal is practical progress that fits each person’s life and work demands.
Cary frames sessions around each person's goals and resources. She encourages small, realistic steps and checks in about what’s working. If you want help with stress at work, career concerns, or navigating a loss, she focuses on creating doable plans and steady support.
Approaches that support work and wellbeing online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what matters most. It helps with motivation, self-esteem, and finding direction when life feels uncertain.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. It is often used for anxiety, stress, sleep problems, and workplace-related patterns that get in the way of functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, adds skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be useful for people who need tools to tolerate distress and communicate under pressure.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. Cary will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That decision can shift over time as life and work demands change, and the therapist will revisit what’s working together with the client.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Different approaches lend themselves to different session rhythms, and Cary can help choose a way of working that matches everyday life and your goals.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What specific concerns does Cary help with?
Cary supports people with grief, coping with life changes, career and workplace issues, stress, anxiety, sleep problems, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and LGBT-related concerns.
How would you describe the therapy style?
The style is practical and person-focused, combining listening with clear strategies. Sessions often mix skills practice, thoughtful conversation, and mindfulness exercises.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working as a clinician and counselor in Washington.
What are Cary's credentials and location?
She holds a LICSW credential and practices in Washington.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and Cary accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How is cost structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Cary?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling based on therapist availability.