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Ciarra Waters-Mullen, LPC

  • Experience7 years
  • LocationLouisiana
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Ciarra

Ciarra Waters-Mullen is an LPC based in Louisiana with seven years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and attention challenges such as ADHD.

Background and approach

She brings focused work on mood disorders, impulse control, addictions, and life transitions, and also attends to concerns like guilt, shame, family issues, and finding life purpose. Her background includes sport counseling and athlete life coaching, which informs a practical, goal-oriented perspective.

Her style emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients are invited to explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Ciarra draws on client-centered principles to prioritize each person's values and goals, and uses cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to build coping skills and identify concrete steps forward.

She frames therapy as a collaborative process and encourages clients to set achievable objectives that reflect their needs and preferences. Clients seeking flexible, skills-based support for mood regulation, motivation, focus, or navigating significant life changes may find her approach practical and approachable.

Ciarra aims to help people move toward greater self-understanding, improved day-to-day functioning, and clearer direction for next steps.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting clients where they are, prioritizing each person's values and personal goals while offering listening and empathy to support self-directed growth. This approach is useful for people seeking a respectful space to explore identity, relationships, and motivation issues.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, impulsivity, or focus difficulties, and teaches practical skills for restructuring thinking and changing habits. Solution-focused therapy zeroes in on concrete goals and small, actionable steps that produce measurable change over time, which can be especially helpful for motivation and problem-solving.

Choosing the right blend of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to determine which approaches best match their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, school, or other commitments. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different therapeutic techniques in accessible ways, and schedule sessions that fit into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
Ciarra works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, anger, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes, plus related areas like guilt, impulsivity, and mood disorders.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental environment using client-centered principles while integrating cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to build skills and practical solutions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience supporting people with mood, attention, and life adjustment concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Louisiana under LA LPC 7583.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and works with English-speaking clients based on licensing and availability.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How do fees and subscriptions work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Co-morbidityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersParanoiaSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English

What Ciarra can help with

Ciarra Waters-Mullen works with clients on stress and anxiety, self esteem, depression, and ADHD.

Ciarra works with clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence.

How Ciarra approaches therapy

Ciarra's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Ciarra is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Louisiana.