- Relationship focus
- Mindful approach
- 35 years experience
About Carlisle
Carlisle Bergquist is a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist with 35 years of experience. He practices from a client-centered perspective and focuses on relationship and family concerns alongside mood and behavior struggles. Carlisle aims to provide a respectful, steady presence as people work through hard moments and make changes in their lives.
He spent time working in California at a school for troubled children and later in a maximum security jail before returning to Kansas. Those settings gave him a lot of variety in the kinds of problems people bring, from addiction and trauma to motivation and self-esteem. That background informs a calm, practical style in sessions.
Carlisle uses Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as frameworks to guide conversations. He emphasizes listening first, then tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. He frames therapy as a collaborative journey rather than a one-size-fits-all program.
People come to him for many concerns, including relationship strain, intimacy-related issues, depression, anxiety, codependency, grief, and stress. He also addresses parenting challenges, anger, sleep problems, and issues tied to prejudice or discrimination. Carlisle works with matters related to divorce, domestic violence, and first responder stress among other focused topics.
He values compassion and respect and seeks to encourage clients’ resilience. If his approach feels like a match, the next step is to share your story and begin planning the work together.
Client-centered and mindfulness approaches for online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and building trust. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflects what is said, and helps people feel heard as they sort through relationship and emotional concerns. This approach is useful for issues like intimacy problems, self-esteem, and grief.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness practices to notice thoughts and feelings without judgment. It can help with anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, and staying present during difficult moments. Motivational Interviewing is a short-term style that focuses on finding personal reasons for change and strengthening commitment to goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Carlisle will collaborate with each person to decide which mix of listening, mindfulness, and motivational strategies fits their goals and preferences. That choice may shift as the work progresses.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow people to check in from different locations. Ask about the available session options when you schedule so you can choose what best fits your routine and needs.
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Experience
35+ years
Credentials
Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Carlisle help with?
He helps people address relationship and family conflicts, intimacy-related concerns, and codependency. Other common issues include depression, anxiety, addictions, grief, and sleep problems.
What is his general therapy style like?
Carlisle favors a client-centered approach that emphasizes listening and respect. He also uses mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing to support change.
What experience does he bring to therapy sessions?
He has 35 years of professional experience, including work at a school for troubled children and in a maximum security jail. That background informs his practical and steady approach.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is a Kansas LCMFT, which stands for Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, and he practices in Kansas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Check the platform details when you schedule.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist scheduling; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Press the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.
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