Cara Tuley, LPCC

Cara Tuley is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with 33 years of experience. She has provided both in-person and online counseling to people across Ohio, in other states, and to clients internationally. Cara approaches each person with curiosity about culture and life experience, offering nonjudgmental acceptance and respect for clients as they are.

Cara is experienced in individual, couples, and family therapy, and she most often works from a Cognitive Behavioral framework that is solution-focused and systemic in nature. That means she helps clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior, develop practical skills, and consider how relationships and systems influence change. She integrates approaches that match each person or family rather than relying on a single method.

Known for a warm, accepting manner, Cara welcomes clients seeking help for a wide range of concerns and is open to taking on new clients. As an LPCC she has formal clinical training and licensure to provide counseling and therapeutic services in Ohio.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Cara Tuley draws on several evidence-informed approaches to help clients find practical ways forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, teaching skills for managing symptoms like anxiety and depression and improving daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the client’s goals and pace guide the work, making it useful for people seeking understanding, self-exploration, or relational support. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward meaningful goals.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Cara will work with each person to consider their needs, preferences, and goals, and she tailors techniques from these approaches to fit the client and the situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy formats offer practical flexibility. Cara provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so clients can access care in ways that fit their schedules, mobility, and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.