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Caryn Vandergriff, LPC

Trauma-informed LPC supporting recovery and growth
  • Trauma and addiction care
  • Mood disorder support
  • Identity and relationships

About Caryn Vandergriff

Caryn Vandergriff is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) who helps people navigate some of life’s most difficult moments with steady, nonjudgmental support. She adopts a trauma-informed, client-centered stance and draws on evidence-based practices to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Her clinical experience centers on trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, addiction, and co-occurring challenges, and she is skilled at supporting those working through identity questions, relationship struggles, workplace stress, life transitions, and concerns about purpose or self-worth. Caryn works with young adults, first responders, military-connected individuals, and others seeking meaningful support, applying culturally responsive care that honors each person’s background, values, and lived experience.

Whether a person is processing grief, managing panic or social anxiety, healing from abuse, exploring gender identity, or looking for greater clarity and connection, Caryn offers a respectful, strengths-based partnership. She emphasizes collaboration in identifying goals and choosing approaches that fit each client’s unique journey, and she is committed to helping clients move forward at a pace that feels manageable and authentic.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCo-morbidityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Caryn Vandergriff have?

Caryn Vandergriff has 4 years of clinical experience.

Is Caryn Vandergriff a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC. License details are GA LPC LPC016928.

In which languages does Caryn Vandergriff provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Caryn Vandergriff located?

Caryn Vandergriff is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Caryn Vandergriff as my therapist?

You can work with Caryn Vandergriff through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Caryn Vandergriff work with international clients?

Caryn Vandergriff does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Caryn Vandergriff cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches that guide online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, accepting space where the client’s priorities lead the work. The therapist listens closely, reflects what the client shares, and helps build self-awareness and self-directed growth - useful for relationship issues, identity exploration, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning by teaching clear strategies to manage symptoms and respond differently to stressors.

Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of experience. Simple mindfulness practices can help reduce reactivity, support emotion regulation, and complement work on trauma, anxiety, and mood regulation.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Caryn collaborates with each client to determine which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences, adapting techniques as work evolves. This collaborative stance helps ensure the plan remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to connect from different settings and schedules, making it easier to maintain momentum in care while fitting therapy into everyday life.

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