Candace Coston

Candace Coston, LCSW, helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship or intimacy concerns. She also supports those coping with life changes, addiction, sleep problems, parenting strain, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Candace practices in North Carolina and holds a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina in Wilmington. She begins by asking what brings clients joy and what matters most to them. Conversations focus on values, daily routines, and small steps toward clearer goals. Sessions look at thoughts and behaviors that get in the way and build practical ways to change them. Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered methods, and mindfulness practices. Those tools are used to reduce anxiety, manage mood shifts, improve communication, and strengthen coping skills. Candace has four years of experience as an LCSW and has worked in varied settings earlier in her career. That background included work with young people and adults with complex needs, and has informed her practical, problem-solving style. Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. She helps clients set realistic steps and checks in on progress each session. People who prefer clear strategies and compassionate listening may find her style a good match.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on meaningful action. It helps with anxiety, low mood, and making changes that match personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and teaches concrete skills to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsive behavior, and improving relationships. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That process can include trying different techniques and adjusting based on what feels most helpful. Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing appointments during a lunch break or between errands. It can also allow shorter check-ins when energy or time is limited, and gives flexibility when someone prefers not to use video for a session. Ask about available session formats when you start the matching process to plan what will work best for your routine.