- Depression and anxiety
- Addiction recovery support
- Life transition coping
About Charles
Charles Christensen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Idaho with three years of clinical experience. He focuses on depression, anxiety, addiction, and young adult concerns. He also draws on personal experience in recovery from addiction to connect with people facing similar struggles.
Charles uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies in sessions. He listens for what matters most to each person and helps them set small, manageable goals. Expect short-term strategies for coping and longer-term work on patterns that keep problems returning.
His background includes a graduate counseling degree from Boise State University and an undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University. That education supports a mix of approaches such as acceptance and commitment work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and motivational interviewing.
Charles often helps people dealing with life transitions and the pressures of early adulthood. Typical concerns include stress, grief, lingering family issues, feelings of emptiness or isolation, and struggles with drug or alcohol use. He also addresses communication problems, codependency, control issues, and questions about life purpose.
In sessions he aims to be direct and practical. Conversations often cover straightforward skills for managing mood, steps to reduce substance use, and ways to repair or understand important relationships. He invites honest feedback and will recommend different approaches if something is not working.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Charles regularly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward them, which can help with feeling stuck or empty. CBT breaks down unhelpful thinking and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit, and adjust the plan together if something does not help. That makes sessions a collaborative process rather than a fixed program.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people choose online work because it can fit more easily into study or work schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. If you need a quieter session, a shorter meeting, or a format that avoids being on camera, mention that when scheduling so the therapist can suggest the best option.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Charles commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. He also addresses attachment issues, family of origin problems, isolation, and men's issues.
What is his approach or style in sessions?
Sessions combine practical skill-building and conversational exploration. He uses techniques from ACT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work to set goals and track small steps.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working in mental health settings. He also draws on personal experience in addiction recovery.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho.
Can I meet with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients from other countries?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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