What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Great therapist. Carolyn is very caring and I almost always have a nice laugh at our sessions. (Even during the harder ones)”
Claudine C.April 24, 2024
“Carolyn is truly an amazing therapist. She has been my therapist for about 7 months now, and those 7 months have been so positively life-transforming.
She has helped me through probably some of the most difficult times in my life. Incredibly understanding, patient, respectful, she creates a safe and comfortable space where I always feel heard. She really cares about her clients and meets me where I’m at every session. She has also taught me many self-empowering and healing tools based on different modalities like EMDR which has significantly improved my day-to-day life. I feel more open, connected, and empowered in myself ever since working with her. I feel extremely grateful to have found Carolyn.”
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About Carolyn Light
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Art Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Attachment-based
Expressive Arts
EMDR
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Carolyn Light
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and loss. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to create a therapeutic experience that speaks to each individual's needs.
I hold a Master's in Drama Therapy from New York University and am trained in psychodynamic, person-centered, and trauma-informed approaches. I like to use a combination of traditional talk therapy and creative arts therapy to help clients access, express, and work through their emotions and experiences.
While I know that therapy can be challenging and even painful at times, I believe it's also important to create space for joy in therapy. I will do everything I can to foster a safe, non-judgmental environment to help you explore your own thoughts and feelings, let go of the beliefs and patterns that hold you back, and learn to recognize yourself as the hero of your own story.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I believe that each individual is unique, and so I strive to really get to know my clients to customize my approach based on each individual's needs and goals. While I like to use creative approaches in my work and have seen the benefit of processing experiences and feelings in creative ways, I am also well versed in more traditional talk therapies, and tailor the balance of creative work and talk therapy to each client. I have extensive experience working with trauma and complex trauma, and I am always mindful of the ways in which our past experiences show up in our present relationships, reactions, and even in our bodies.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I believe the therapeutic experience should be a collaborative one, and I aim to help my clients feel like they have a voice in our work together. I am known for my warmth and my ability to create a non-judgmental environment to help my clients examine their experiences, feelings, and relationships in a way that helps them feel more empowered in their own lives.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Drama Therapy
Professional memberships
- National Association for Drama Therapy
NPI number
1003467432
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great therapist. Carolyn is very caring and I almost always have a nice laugh at our sessions. (Even during the harder ones)
April 24, 2024Claudine C.Verified patient
Carolyn was always so nice and caring. She really listened, and I loved the way she brought creative exercises to therapy.
More than 1 year agoCC
Carolyn was understanding and kind. Carolyn made me feel safe and accepted, and really supported me.
More than 1 year agoNR
I really liked working with Carolyn. She did a lot for me and was there when I needed her.
More than 1 year agoHS
I look forward to next weeks appt. Carolyn is really great :)
June 16, 2023Marissa S.Verified patient
Carolyn is truly an amazing therapist. She has been my therapist for about 7 months now, and those 7 months have been so positively life-transforming.
She has helped me through probably some of the most difficult times in my life. Incredibly understanding, patient, respectful, she creates a safe and comfortable space where I always feel heard. She really cares about her clients and meets me where I’m at every session. She has also taught me many self-empowering and healing tools based on different modalities like EMDR which has significantly improved my day-to-day life. I feel more open, connected, and empowered in myself ever since working with her. I feel extremely grateful to have found Carolyn.
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Ms. Light was professional, helpful, and always found creative ways to engage my son in therapy. She was very patient and gave great advice.
More than 1 year agoJT
I'm just so grateful to Carolyn. Carolyn was easy to talk to and really kind. She helped me get more more comfortable speaking up for myself and always reminded me that my feelings matter.
More than 1 year agoAR
It was such a pleasure working with Ms. Carolyn. Ms. Carolyn was lovely and an amazing therapist. She knew when to encourage us to talk, and when to help us express our feelings using art. She helped us so much!
More than 1 year agoVS
Carolyn was awesome! I hadn’t done a lot of therapy before but she was really easy to talk to. Carolyn was great about finding ways to use music in therapy to help me express myself.
More than 1 year agoAP
It was always a pleasure working with Mrs. Carolyn Light. We worked with her for almost 12 months She is very knowledgeable of what she does and has a lot of patience.
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What practice does Carolyn Light work with?
Carolyn Light works with Carolyn Light, LCAT.
What are common reasons for patients to see Carolyn Light?
Carolyn Light frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Carolyn Light on their profile.
What languages does Carolyn Light speak?
Carolyn Light speaks English.
How do patients rate Carolyn Light in reviews?
20 patients have reviewed Carolyn Light. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.