Caroline Schnarrs, LCSW

Caroline Schnarrs is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship and family concerns. She brings 23 years of experience in the helping professions and practices in Utah. Caroline’s approach is warm and collaborative, and she treats people with dignity and respect as they talk through difficult life events.

Caroline describes the work as a shared process. She listens first, then uses practical tools to address thoughts and behaviors that keep people stuck. Sessions focus on small, manageable changes that add up over time. She encourages people to notice how thinking patterns shape mood and action.

Her methods draw from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work. That mix lets her adapt to concerns like addiction, grief, caregiver stress, chronic pain, and coping with life changes. The tools chosen in a session depend on the person’s goals and situation.

Caroline has experience supporting people facing family of origin issues, blended family challenges, communication problems, and divorce or separation. She also works with issues such as ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, hoarding, impulsivity, and feelings of isolation. Her background includes work with people affected by homelessness and other significant life stressors.

In sessions she aims to be encouraging and practical. Caroline helps people build skills, set realistic goals, and take steps that fit their daily life. She invites clients to notice progress, even when change feels slow.

How her approaches guide online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. The therapist follows the client’s lead, reflects feelings, and helps people find their own solutions. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and a clear space to talk.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. Sessions use practical exercises and skill practice to reduce anxiety, depression, or unhelpful habits. This is useful for people who want concrete tools to change daily routines and reactions.

Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, brings strategies for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clear communication. It can help with strong emotions, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try different tools, and together decide what fits best. Clients shape the plan based on what feels helpful and realistic for their life.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options when you book. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can use the described approaches to help with stress, chronic illness challenges, caregiver strain, grief, and many everyday concerns while clients balance other commitments.