- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Family of origin
About Charles
Charles Christensen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Idaho with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, and life changes. He also focuses on issues tied to attachment, blended families, codependency, communication problems, and family of origin issues.
Charles draws on his personal experience in recovery to inform his clinical work. He uses straightforward conversations to help people name what feels wrong and figure out practical next steps. Sessions tend to focus on concrete skills and choices rather than jargon or lengthy theory.
His approach mixes cognitive behavioral techniques with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and solution-focused strategies. That means clients learn ways to notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify personal values, and take small actions that fit those values. He also uses motivational interviewing to support change around substance use and other habits.
In sessions Charles pays attention to how early family roles and expectations still affect present behavior. He talks with people about patterns that show up in relationships, boundaries, and day-to-day coping. He helps clients see where those patterns began and what different options look like now.
People who prefer direct, practical talk about feelings and behavior may find his style helpful. He encourages honesty about setbacks and treats progress as a series of small, doable steps. To begin, clients are invited to follow the site's process to match and schedule a first meeting.
How therapeutic approaches translate to remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then pick actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and problems that stem from unhelpful habits. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that maintain stress and low mood. It often includes practical exercises and homework between sessions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early family relationships shape current patterns and helps people try new ways of relating and setting boundaries.Choosing an approach is collaborative. He works with clients to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as new challenges and insights emerge. Sessions are meant to be active and goal-oriented, with regular check-ins about what is helping.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people use phone conversations when less bandwidth is available or prefer a non-video option. Ask about the exact formats offered during the matching process so sessions can be arranged to fit daily life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on family of origin issues and related patterns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses direct, practical conversation that focuses on skills and small steps. Discussions aim to clarify values and actions rather than long theoretical explanations.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience in mental health treatment. His background includes personal experience in addiction and recovery.
What credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Idaho.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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