Carole LaFreniere, LCSW, CSW - Therapist in Wisconsin

Anger management strategies
Trauma-informed methods
Mindfulness and CBT

About Carole

Carole LaFreniere is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with eight years of experience based in Wisconsin. She helps people struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, relationship and intimacy concerns, and substance use issues. Carole also supports people facing ADHD, compassion fatigue, career strain, and life changes. Sessions are conducted in English.

Carole earned a Master of Social Work and brings experience from inpatient psychiatric settings and community care. She emphasizes the working relationship and believes clients and therapist set goals together. That collaboration shapes the pace and focus of each session.

Her clinical style mixes cognitive approaches with client-centered and mindfulness-based ideas. In practice that can mean noticing unhelpful thoughts, practicing present-moment awareness, and exploring how values guide choices. She also has experience using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which she applies when trauma memories are part of the problem.

Carole tends to use straightforward language and practical steps. Conversations often include problem solving, skill practice, and reflecting on what changes feel manageable. She describes herself as non-judgmental and occasionally uses humor to ease difficult topics.

She offers evening and weekend appointments to fit work schedules. Before a first session clients complete a short questionnaire and then schedule an initial meeting where goals are clarified.

How evidence-based methods translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed steps toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help when anger or frustration gets in the way of important relationships or work goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for managing irritability, anxiety, and low mood by practicing new responses and testing them in daily life.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method aimed at reducing the emotional intensity of distressing memories. When trauma underlies anger or flash reactions, EMDR may be one option discussed with the therapist.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through what feels most relevant, consider your goals and preferences, and try different techniques to see what fits. That collaborative decision making guides which methods are used over time.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Many people find online sessions allow therapy to fit around work and family life. Online work can make scheduling evenings or weekends easier, reduce travel time, and support steady practice of skills between meetings.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionForgiveness Guilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Listed in

Kansas, Colorado, New Hampshire, Wisconsin

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, and related life changes.

What is her general approach in sessions?

She uses a collaborative style that blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, client-centered listening, and mindfulness practices to set practical goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has eight years of experience, including work in inpatient psychiatric settings and community mental health.

What credentials and location apply?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Wisconsin.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

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 with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.