- Direct compassionate style
- Recovery-informed approach
- Practical goal setting
About Charles
Charles Christensen is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with three years of clinical experience. He speaks plainly about hard moments and wants people to know they matter. He offers a direct, hopeful presence for those feeling stuck, lonely, or overwhelmed by life changes.
He draws on his own recovery from addiction to inform his work with people facing substance use concerns. Charles helps with depression, anxiety, grief, stress, and coping when life shifts unexpectedly. He also supports people dealing with codependency, attachment issues, and family of origin concerns.
Charles uses straightforward, evidence-based methods rather than jargon. He often blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and reconnect with values. Motivational Interviewing may be used when someone needs support finding reasons to change, and Solution-Focused Therapy helps set small, practical goals.
Sessions focus on building connection, naming what feels hard, and practicing steps that fit day-to-day life. He encourages honest feedback about the fit between client and counselor so people can find what works. The approach is collaborative and action-oriented, aimed at restoring hope and practical coping.
If someone wants to begin, the next step is to use the site's Start Therapy flow to match and schedule. Charles works in Idaho and conducts sessions in English.
How Charles uses proven approaches online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and feeling stuck by shifting the focus toward meaningful action rather than trying to erase difficult feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and testing thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It often includes simple exercises to change patterns that feed anxiety, low mood, and stress, and it lends itself to short, practical homework tasks.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Charles will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. He aims to be flexible and will adjust strategies based on how someone responds.
Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, as they are set through the site's scheduling tools. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, school, or caregiving by removing travel time. It also supports quick check-ins, focused skill practice between meetings, and using tools like worksheets together in session to reinforce progress.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can Charles help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and addiction-related concerns. Additional focuses include codependency, attachment issues, and family of origin struggles.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is direct and hopeful, with an emphasis on building connection and setting practical goals. Sessions aim to name what feels hard and practice steps that fit day-to-day life.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience in mental health treatment and brings personal experience in addiction and recovery to his work.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a licensed professional counselor, LPC, and practices in Idaho.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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