Carolyn Stokes Walker(She/Her/Hers)

Dr. Stokes Walker is a Postdoctoral Fellow at PVD Psychological Associates. Prior to earning her PsyD, she was previously licensed as a LMHC and has over 5 years of experience in practice. She offers online and in person therapy for adolescents, college students, and adults of all ages. Her areas of specialization include: anxiety, depression, trauma-informed care, eating disorders and body image concern, adult autism spectrum disorders (ASD), stress management, life transitions, and identity issues. She is also an ally and affirming provider for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Dr. Stokes Walker's primary goal as a therapist is to help facilitate movement or resolution within a person’s own journey. She takes a very individualized and personally tailored approach to her work, drawing from many types of therapy. Dr. Stokes Walker will utilize skills, strategies, and techniques curated over her years of experience utilizing evidence-based models (ie CBT and DBT) as well as interpersonal, and humanistic theories.

Dr. Stokes Walker earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from William James College (formerly the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology). She went on to complete her pre-doctoral internship at Roger Williams University’s Center for Counseling and Student Development.

She previously received her master’s degree and certificate of advanced graduate study (CAGS) in Clinical Mental Health with a concentration in Holistic Counseling from Salve Regina University. She obtained clinical experience in a variety of settings as a LMHC before deciding to return to school to complete her doctoral studies in psychology. Dr. Stokes Walker's past experiences include working as a mental health counselor at Butler Hospital, Lynn Community Health, and SouthCoast Educational Collaborative.