- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- CBT and DBT methods
About Ian
Ian Charnley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) practicing in South Dakota with 12 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and abuse, and challenges common in early adulthood like career choices and identity. He also addresses ADHD, compassion fatigue, and issues related to parenting and fatherhood.
Ian uses straightforward talk therapy focused on practical coping skills. Sessions include conversational and skills-based work to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. He draws on methods that help people recognize patterns, change unhelpful thinking, and build better ways to handle emotions.
Clients can expect a mix of exploring personal values and learning concrete tools. Ian blends client-centered listening with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. He also uses motivational interviewing and narrative or existential ideas when they fit the client's goals.
His practice often looks at relationship patterns, communication difficulties, and the effects of past trauma on current life. He helps people dealing with career stress, feelings of loneliness, or the pressure of transitions like finishing school or starting a first job. Work may include setting small goals, practicing communication skills, and planning for manageable changes.
Ian offers services in English and accepts international clients. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. It helps people clarify values, make decisions, and feel heard when they are sorting out identity or relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It includes practical exercises, tracking patterns, and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety or depression symptoms.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) contributes skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can be useful for impulse control, anger, and relationship conflicts.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ian will collaborate with each person to choose which methods to emphasize based on their goals, preferences, and what feels useful in sessions. That process can include trying different techniques and adjusting as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule, reducing travel time, and easier attendance around work or study. The biography does not list specific remote formats, so confirm the exact session options before booking. Online work often includes short check-ins, skills practice between sessions, and tools to apply coping strategies in daily life.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
South Dakota, Nebraska
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting concerns, ADHD, and many early-adult challenges such as career decisions and identity.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style combines client-centered listening with practical, skills-based work. He uses cognitive behavioral and dialectical approaches alongside motivational interviewing and narrative ideas.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, relationship, and trauma-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LPC and LMHP credentials. He practices from South Dakota and lists licensure as SD LPC and NE LMHP.
Can he work with people who live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients. Confirm any jurisdictional details during intake.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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