- Psychodynamic therapy
- Adult clients
- Grief and caregiving
About Cara
Cara Greene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of experience based in Nevada. She works with adults on problems such as anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship strain, and life transitions. Sessions are aimed at helping people reduce distress and handle day-to-day challenges more effectively.
Cara trained in social work and did post-graduate study in psychoanalysis. She has worked in private practice and community mental health, and she has led social work programs and supervised therapists in training. Her background includes teaching clinical training, supervision, diagnosis, and treatment at the graduate level.
Her approach draws on psychodynamic ideas alongside other methods to suit the person in front of her. In practice that means looking at patterns that repeat in relationships and daily life, and linking those patterns to current problems like anger, grief, or struggles with self-esteem. Sessions often examine how past experiences shape present reactions so clients can try different responses.
Cara uses a straightforward style in sessions. She favors video so the work can include both verbal exchanges and nonverbal cues, but she has also used phone and text when needed. Communication by message is typically checked daily and usually answered within about 24 hours.
She has experience with a wide range of concerns including caregiving stress, chronic illness, blended family issues, parenting, cancer-related adjustment, and occupational difficulties. People seeking help with anger, coping with life changes, relationship problems, or grief may find her background relevant.
Psychodynamic work and online sessions
Cara uses psychodynamic therapy to help people understand patterns that affect their emotions and relationships. This approach looks at how past experiences and repeating interaction styles show up now, which can help with anger, relationship stress, grief, and low self-esteem.She also draws on other clinical methods alongside psychodynamic ideas to respond to the problem at hand. That combination allows focus on both immediate coping skills and the longer term patterns that keep problems coming back. The therapist and client decide together what balance makes the most sense for the client's goals.
Clients should confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the original biography. Video sessions are often used so the therapist and client can see each other's expressions and body language. Some clients prefer phone or text for shorter check-ins or when a camera is difficult to use. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow more consistent follow-up while the therapist and client work together to find the best approach.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Nevada, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship strain, grief, parenting concerns, career issues, bipolar mood concerns, and related challenges.
What is her therapeutic style?
She practices psychodynamic therapy and combines it with other approaches to match the client's needs. The work looks at recurring patterns and their impact on current behavior.
How long has she been practicing?
Cara has 30 years of experience in clinical social work, teaching, program leadership, and supervision.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with credentials in New York (NY LCSW) and Nevada (NV LCSW) and practices from Nevada.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.