C A R O L I N E C O N N O R

“Success as a therapist is not found in doing something for the patient but rather in being someone for the patient.” - Ili Rivera Walter.

This quote is a great way to describe who I am as a person and my style of therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and a EMDR Trained Clinician. I have worked in several different settings and levels of care within the mental health field. I have experience working in the Emergency Department assisting with acute mental health and substance use patients. I have worked in outpatient agencies providing individual therapy and facilitated mental health groups, intensive outpatient groups, and partial hospitalization groups for mental health and substance use.  

I enjoy being myself to be able to connect with my patients on a real level. I am the same person in session as I am in real life.  I am very down to earth, calm, positive, and empathetic. I am originally from New Bern, NC and I received my BSW and MSW in Social Work from East Carolina University, a Pirate for life. I am married and we have two fox red labs named Beau and Penny. Usually, one or both of them are in my office during sessions. I enjoy reading, spending time laughing with friends and family, and being out on the water.

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

    • Trauma

    • Mood disorders

    • Anxiety disorders

    • Trauma and PTSD

    • Substance use and recovery

    • Chronic illness and chronic pain

    • Grief and loss

    • Family and relationship challenges

    • Life transitions

    • Codependency

    • Self-esteem

    • Stress

    • And more

  • Individual Therapy
    Therapy is a collaborative process designed to help you become the best version of yourself. Together, we'll identify unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior, create a personalized treatment plan, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    Focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected while teaching practical coping skills to manage emotions, improve self-esteem, and create positive change.

    Solution-Focused Therapy
    A goal-oriented approach that emphasizes practical solutions and helps clients build on what's already working.

    Strengths-Based Therapy
    Builds on your existing strengths, resilience, and positive qualities to foster growth and confidence.

    Trauma-Focused Therapy
    Provides education, coping skills, and support to help process trauma, manage triggers, and regain a sense of safety.

    EMDR
    Uses bilateral stimulation to help process traumatic memories, reduce distress, and strengthen positive beliefs.

East Coast Therapeutic Connections. Online therapy sessions with those who call North Carolina home..

C A I L E E T O S T R U D

In my work with couples, I focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and helping partners feel seen, heard, and understood. For individuals, I provide a supportive space to explore personal history, heal from trauma, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.

I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to be honest and vulnerable. Whether you are navigating relationship challenges, past trauma, or life transitions, my goal is to help you move toward greater clarity, connection, and emotional well-being.

    • Trauma & PTSD

    • Relationship Issues

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

    • Bipolar Disorder

    • Personality Disorders

    • Grief

    • Family Conflict

    • Blended Family Dynamics

    • Enmeshment

    • Sexuality

    • Boundaries & Attachment

    • Premarital Concerns

    • Life Transitions

    • And more

  • Individual Therapy
    Therapy is a collaborative process designed to help you become the best version of yourself. Together, we'll identify unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior, create a personalized treatment plan, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

    Family Therapy
    Family therapy helps strengthen relationships by improving communication, resolving conflict, and fostering healthier family dynamics.

    Couples Therapy
    Couples therapy helps partners improve communication, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, and strengthen their relationship through healthier patterns of interaction.

  • EMDR
    Uses bilateral stimulation to help process traumatic memories, reduce distress, and strengthen positive beliefs.

    Bowen Family Systems Theory
    Explores how family relationships and emotional patterns influence individual well-being and behavior across generations.

    Structural Family Therapy
    Focuses on family relationships, boundaries, and interactions to create healthier communication and lasting change.

    The Gottman Method
    Helps couples strengthen friendship, improve conflict management, and build a healthier, more connected relationship.