Charles "Charlie" Adams

Understanding, practical mental health support

LMFT California

Experience: 15 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Charles

Charles "Charlie" Adams is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 15 years of clinical experience. He has worked across inpatient psychiatric settings, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient therapy, bringing a breadth of experience to individual adult clients.

Background and approach

His practice emphasizes work with depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ concerns, grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Charlie cultivates an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and collaborate on practical steps forward.

He draws on a range of therapeutic tools including cognitive behavioral strategies, client-centered listening, and narrative approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. He has led many mental health and support groups in addition to offering one-on-one therapy.

Clients who value a collaborative, strengths-focused process may find his style helpful for addressing day-to-day challenges, building coping skills, and navigating life transitions. He invites people to take the initial step toward change and supports them through a process of empowerment and practical growth.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Charles "Charlie" Adams integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy into online work to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical coping skills while maintaining an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic stance. CBT focuses on recognizing patterns of thought and behavior and practicing strategies to reduce symptoms like anxiety, panic, or low mood. Client-centered work emphasizes empathic listening and collaborative goal-setting, supporting self-exploration and confidence-building.

He also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to help people develop present-moment awareness and manage stress and emotional reactivity. Together these approaches can be blended in a collaborative process; the therapist works with each client to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring to therapy.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, reduce travel time, and fit therapy into a busy routine while still receiving guidance from a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Common concerns listed include stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, grief, trauma, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and career or life purpose questions.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

The therapist uses a collaborative, client-centered style and incorporates approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, narrative, and psychodynamic ideas depending on client needs.

How long has this clinician been practicing?

He has 15 years of experience working in settings that include inpatient psychiatric care, partial hospitalization programs, outpatient counseling, and group facilitation.

Where is the therapist licensed and based?

The clinician holds a California LMFT license, CA LMFT 48492, and practices from California.

Does he offer services in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Costs vary with client location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English