Carla Primo, my counselor, has always encouraged me to think, work through problems and seek solutions. She has challenged me to organize my thoughts and determine my reactions to situations. She has made me dig deep to become a stranger person.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Carla

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Online in North Carolina
29 years in practice
Ages served: 14-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Carla accepts 32 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Caresource
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Compsych
Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Medcost NC
Medicare NC
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
State Health Plan | North Carolina
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$200
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Carla

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Carla Primo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina with over 29 years of experience providing clinical assessments and client-centered therapeutic care to adolescents, adults, couples, and families. 

Carla specializes in life transitions/coping, parenting, marriage/divorce, grief/loss, aging, anxiety disorders, depression/mood disorders, and sexuality issues. Carla's approach is collaborative, utilizing a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused approach to best meet the needs of each client. Her goal is to establish a warm, caring relationship with you to bring out your best to help you move forward.

What clients say

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

I like Carla's therapy methods.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Carla

Carla Primo, my counselor, has always encouraged me to think, work through problems and seek solutions. She has challenged me to organize my thoughts and determine my reactions to ....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Carla

I felt it was a good first meeting and was productive in that a lot was covered in a short initial session. I thought the provider was both a good listener and asked very good and....

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Carla

My therapist and I have great rapport. I am getting so much benefit from this experience.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Carla

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Get to know Carla

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

To assist others in viewing from different perspectives to facilitate change. 

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

Change is possible.

What inspires you?

Being a part of growth and positive change.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Listening and support.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

I want to determine their reason(s) for initiating treatment and setting goals.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Cook, read, watch movies.

What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I am a devoted mom. 

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesRelationships, Coping Skills, Grief, Divorce, Anger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Infidelity, Behavioral Issues, LGBTQIA+
ApproachesPerson-Centered Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Jungian
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Education and training

Years in practice
29 years
Graduating institute
The University of Michigan
Graduating degree
Masters in Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1851305171
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State of practiceNC
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License numberC012001
Practice location

Practice information

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