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- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief and loss
About Carmela
LPCC (Ohio) with 16 years of experience, Carmela Byus focuses on addiction, trauma and loss, anxiety, depression, and relationship and intimacy-related concerns. She works with people who are struggling with substance use, grief, low self-esteem, stress, or problems connecting with others. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Carmela draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and centers the person's own knowledge of their life. She treats addiction and trauma-related needs alongside mood and anxiety concerns. Work in sessions is practical and paced to what feels manageable for the client.
Her approach begins by listening to the current problem and identifying existing strengths. She helps people notice patterns that keep problems going and practices new skills in session. That can include communication work, setting boundaries, and coping with urges or overwhelming memories.
Carmela has a long history in substance use disorder treatment beginning in 2012, and broader mental health work since 2022. That mix informs how she addresses addiction alongside trauma, grief, and emotional regulation difficulties.
People who come for help with abandonment, adoption or foster care issues, codependency, guilt and shame, postpartum depression, or social anxiety can expect focused attention on those concerns. She also works with issues such as self-harm, eating problems, and questions about life purpose.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
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How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Two notable evidence-based approaches she uses are practical skill-building and trauma-focused strategies. Practical skill-building means learning and practicing coping techniques for stress, cravings, or anxiety during sessions so people can try them between meetings. Trauma-focused strategies involve calmly processing difficult memories and reducing how strongly those memories interfere with daily life.Finding the right approach usually takes a short period of collaboration. The therapist will discuss goals, try a method, and adjust based on what helps. This is a joint process where the client's preferences and pace guide decisions about techniques.
Confirm which session formats are available before booking because the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people meet from different locations, which can help align scheduling across time zones.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does she address?
She supports people with addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, and depression.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on building from the client's existing strengths while practicing skills in session.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience, including work in substance use disorder treatment since 2012 and wider mental health care since 2022.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPCC licensed in Ohio and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.