Carissa Hotelling, LCSW, VA | Psychotherapist

About Carissa Hotelling

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Attachment-based

EMDR

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Carissa Hotelling

Hi there, I'm Carissa! I am Carissa Toviessi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's in Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix. I believe in a collaborative and authentic client-centered approach. I think it is important to instill change through exploration, problem-solving, and identifying achievable goals to process and heal from symptoms of emotional distress. My approach I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and I am trained in trauma-informed therapies and attachment-based approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS)/parts work. My focus I work with adults, helping clients with PTSD, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar), chronic pain and illness, adjustment issues, life transitions, worthiness, relationship issues, family of origin issues, boundary work, and complex trauma. My communication style I consider myself a casual, warm, low-key therapist. I seek to create an environment where clients feel safe and supported. In sessions, I work to affirm and empower clients to be open and honest about their thoughts and feelings without judgment. My journey to mental healthcare My own experience as a trauma survivor led me to this work. I have dedicated over 15 years to helping others on their healing journey. It is an honor and passion to help people achieve their goals and become their best selves. My goals for you I believe clients should identify their ideal self by recognizing what changes they want to make-whether personal growth, emotional well-being, improving relationships, or behavioral changes.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Virginia

Education and training

The University of Texas at Arlington, Master's in Social Work
University of Phoenix (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1184190928

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What practice does Carissa Hotelling work with?

Carissa Hotelling works with Rula Health - Virginia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Carissa Hotelling?

Carissa Hotelling frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Carissa Hotelling on their profile.