Online in Alaska, Oregon,
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
You're not alone in facing life's challenges and you can navigate them with additional support. Whether you're coping with anxiety, grief, addiction, caregiving stress, or major life transitions, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based support tailored to your needs. My clients often say they feel truly heard, respected, and empowered in our work together. Whether you're adjusting to a new stage of life simply feeling overwhelmed, I provide a steady presence to help you move forward. Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Military / Veterans, Native American, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Neuropsychology Examines how brain function affects thinking, memory, and behavior. It often involves assessment and rehabilitation strategies.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
Approach Description: My therapeutic approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and psychoeducation to help clients clarify their values, build psychological flexibility, and take meaningful steps toward change. I view each person through a biopsychosocial perspective that considers the interaction of physical health, emotional well-being, social environment, and personal history. My background in neuropsychology also informs my work, especially when supporting clients with cognitive concerns, aging-related changes, or medical complexity. Each session is tailored to meet your unique needs with the goal of fostering insight, resilience, and positive growth.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $200 / Hour
- Accepts Insurance
- I accept private pay clients. If you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide documentation (a superbill) that you may submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
- Female
- License # PSY.0005603
- Licensed in CO
- PSYPACT Mobility # 13734
- Practicing Since 2015
Education: I earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, with a curricular emphasis in geropsychology. I completed a postdoctoral fellowship in geropsychology at the Pittsburgh VA and a predoctoral internship focused on addiction treatment in rural Alaska.
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Alaska, Oregon, PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: TherapyNotes
You’re not alone when facing life’s challenges. Support is available, whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, grief, addiction, or major life transitions. With a background in neuropsychology and geropsychology, I bring a collaborative, evidence‑based approach. I often integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and a biopsychosocial perspective to meet the whole person where they are at. My clients often say they feel truly heard, respected, and empowered. Together, we work to understand your circumstances, clarify your values, and take meaningful steps toward well-being. I offer a free 15‑minute consultation to explore whether we’re a good fit.