As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a background in behavioral and cognitive theories, my therapeutic approach is rooted in the notion that behaviors are learned through our environment, and that belief systems and interpretation of life events reinforce behavioral patterns.
I work collaboratively with my clients to assist them in exploring their identities, establishing independence and self-advocacy, navigating complex relationships, clarifying career paths, and realizing personal aspirations.
In our sessions, we will explore the antecedents (triggers or situations that precede the behavior), the behaviors themselves, and the consequences that follow. We will also identify and discuss your thoughts/belief systems, and their impact on daily functioning and distress.
If anything about my profile resonates with you, I invite you to connect with me!
Let’s explore the interplay among your thoughts and belief systems, behaviors, emotions, and other environmental/situational factors.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, ADHD, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Communication problems, Control issues, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Phobias, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy
IL LCPC 180.015245
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I’m really happy to have Carlton as my therapist. He understands me on a human level and really is a big help.
Written on Jan 11, 2024 after therapy with Carlton for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Carlton was very receptive to my thoughts and what I wanted to say, but then was also able to ask me questions that made me think differently about how I was approaching life and challenged my assumptions. I'm glad that we were able to have a few discussions and I overall felt that he was open in hearing what I wanted to say, but also gave suggestions about what I should do differently and the reasons for why.
Written on Dec 08, 2023 after therapy with Carlton for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Carlton is a great listener. He's very attentive and helps me see the issue laid out in front of me. He asks questions that help me dig deeper and understand what's going on. He's genuine and makes me feel comfortable opening up.
Written on Nov 20, 2023 after therapy with Carlton for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is great and is very helpful
Written on Sep 16, 2023 after therapy with Carlton for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Carlton has such an inviting presence and amazing sense of understanding. The questions he asks and how he asks them allow me not only to see what my problems/struggles are, but to also see where they are coming from and how I’m able to take the steps needed to resolve/work on them. Couldn’t be more appreciative of all the help he’s given me from working with him.
Written on Aug 31, 2023 after therapy with Carlton for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Carlton Hemphill is the best Therapist I ever met. He is so professional in the way he listen and guide people. He is very neutral and do not want to influence your thought process or decision making process. I recommend Carlton 100%!
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Carlton for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and bipolar disorder