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Charles "Charlie" Adams

Charles "Charlie" Adams, LMFT

Therapist in California

Experienced LMFT focused on practical change

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  • Depression and anxiety
  • LGBTQ+ adult support
  • Goal oriented sessions

About Charles

Charles "Charlie" Adams is a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years of clinical experience. He provides individual therapy aimed at reducing depression and anxiety and improving self-esteem and motivation. Charlie centers sessions on openness and nonjudgment so clients can speak freely about hard feelings and life changes.

He has experience across different levels of care, including inpatient psychiatric settings, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient counseling. That background informs his practical approach to day-to-day struggles. He often helps people manage grief, relationship and intimacy questions, addiction concerns, sleep and eating problems, and mood shifts such as bipolar symptoms.

Charlie works extensively with adults in the LGBTQ+ community and has led many mental health and support groups. He uses a person-focused stance in sessions, listening first and tailoring strategies to what the client needs. He draws from several approaches to match techniques to each situation.

Sessions are geared toward clear goals and small, achievable steps. Expect conversations about coping strategies, thought patterns, and behaviors that get in the way of feeling better. He also helps people clarify values, rebuild routines, and restore motivation.

Charlie describes therapy as a collaboration where clients set the pace. He aims to support and empower people as they make changes, while naming practical next steps and encouraging progress along the way.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes deeply listening and following the client's lead. In practice this means the therapist prioritizes what matters most to the person and adjusts pacing and focus accordingly. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for depression, anxiety, and mood shifts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, history, and preferences, then suggest approaches or a mix of techniques. That plan can be adjusted as therapy progresses so methods match what helps most.

Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continued care after inpatient or intensive programs by keeping momentum between appointments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Charlie address?

He works with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, motivation, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, sleep and eating problems, bipolar symptoms, and related life stressors.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He takes a client-centered approach, creating a nonjudgmental space, then uses practical strategies to target thoughts, behaviors, and routines that affect daily life.

What is his background and experience?

He has 15 years of experience and has worked in inpatient psychiatric settings, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient counseling.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

He is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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