- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Guilt and shame
About Zelda
Zelda Kitchens Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 21 years of experience. She works with adults struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Zelda also addresses related areas such as chronic pain and illness, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and women's issues.
She focuses on creating an open environment where people can talk about difficult feelings without fear of judgement. Sessions are straightforward and conversational. Zelda listens for patterns and helps people name what they are feeling and where those feelings come from.
Her work involves practical steps alongside reflective talk. She helps clients identify thoughts and reactions that keep them stuck. Then she supports experimenting with small changes that feel manageable in day-to-day life.
Zelda acknowledges how hard it is to bring up painful topics. She invites honest discussion about guilt and shame, how these emotions affect relationships, and how they show up in health and mood. The pace is set by the person in the room.
For someone worn down by persistent worry or leftover hurt, Zelda offers steady, experienced support. She helps people sort through feelings and try different ways of responding. Getting started involves a short match process and scheduling a first session to see how the work fits your life.
How therapeutic approaches are used online
Zelda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on identifying thoughts and reactions that maintain distress and on practicing new responses. One common approach helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and test more balanced ways of thinking, which can reduce anxiety and guilt over time. Another approach works with processing traumatic memories and their effects on current behavior, helping to reduce the hold of past events on present moods and relationships.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Zelda will work with each person to discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most practical. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust the plan as progress is assessed.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into daily routines, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. It also lets conversations continue when life is busy, while the therapist and client test which methods feel most useful in real situations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression, plus related areas like chronic illness, communication problems, and guilt and shame.
How does she approach feelings like guilt or shame?
Her approach is conversational and practical. She helps name painful emotions, trace where they come from, and try small changes in how someone responds to them.
What is her experience?
She has 21 years of professional work experience supporting adults with a range of stress, mood, trauma, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia.
Does she work in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
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 or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.