Carlyss Kurtti , LPCC

Carlyss Kurtti is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in North Dakota with 18 years of clinical experience. She earned her master's degree in Counseling from North Dakota State University and has supported people across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Her work spans a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, trauma and abuse, codependency, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and co-parenting difficulties, career stress and overwhelm, divorce, and ADHD.

Carlyss brings a non-judgmental, patient, and compassionate presence to therapy, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and unconditional positive regard. She individualizes each treatment plan and blends evidence-informed methods to meet clients where they are. Her approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused techniques, narrative and solution-focused strategies, and acceptance and commitment therapy to address both immediate coping needs and longer-term growth.

She has a particular interest in working with survivors of abuse and domestic violence, people navigating grief and loss, and those recovering from codependent patterns. Carlyss is committed to thoughtful clinical care and to walking alongside individuals as they pursue meaningful change and greater well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, encourages clients to clarify their values and develop psychological flexibility. It focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In short, it helps identify unhelpful patterns and build practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, panic, and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness skills - tools often useful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and coping under stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Carlyss works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than applying a single model. Licensed professionals can draw from multiple approaches to tailor care to what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access support around work, family, and daily life. These options increase convenience and continuity of care, allowing therapy to fit into varied schedules and needs.