Carissa Shobe, LPC

Carissa Shobe is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with more than 15 years of experience in mental health and substance use care. She blends a holistic perspective with trauma-informed principles to help people recognize their strengths and move away from patterns that cause distress. Her work focuses on reducing reliance on maladaptive coping strategies while introducing practical skills to better manage stress and emotional upheaval.

Shobe emphasizes skill-building that aligns with each person’s goals for personal growth, offering evidence-informed techniques to promote healthier habits and clearer decision making. She addresses a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem struggles, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, and related areas like attachment difficulties and codependency.

Throughout her practice she seeks to partner with clients to identify meaningful change and sustainable strategies. Carissa aims to equip individuals with tools they can use day to day so progress continues beyond the therapy session. She welcomes the opportunity to support people as they work toward greater balance and purpose in their lives.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Carissa Shobe uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to address emotional and behavioral concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and replacing them with more balanced thinking while teaching practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it is especially useful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and patterns of impulsive behavior. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance, offering tools to manage rumination, stress, and emotional reactivity.

Determining the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carissa collaborates with each person to explore which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps tailor care to what works best for the individual.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility, enabling sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to connect from home or work, maintain continuity of care during busy schedules, and access support in formats that suit different communication styles. Licensed professionals can adapt these modalities to apply CBT, DBT, and mindfulness skills effectively in remote sessions.