Dr. Mark Charles

Compassionate, practical psychological care

CA Psychologist 30407 California

Experience: 8 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Mark

Dr. Mark Charles is a licensed California psychologist with eight years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and related concerns.

Background and approach

He draws on evidence-informed methods to support clients facing trauma, grief, self-esteem struggles, mood challenges such as bipolar symptoms, and social anxiety or phobia. His practice also addresses issues connected to LGBT identity, relationships, anger, coping with life changes, HIV / AIDS, and post-traumatic stress.

He emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental working relationship in which clients’ perspectives guide the work. Sessions focus on practical strategies and personal insight, and Dr.

Charles encourages steady, realistic progress rather than quick fixes. Newer clients can expect a compassionate tone paired with structured interventions when appropriate, aiming to build skills for managing symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.

Dr. Charles welcomes people who are ready to take a first step toward change and values the courage it takes to begin therapy.

He practices in California and holds the credential CA Psychologist 30407.

Approaches for Online Healing and Skills Building

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; it uses practical exercises and behavioral experiments to reduce symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and social phobia. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own capacity for growth, which can be especially helpful for issues tied to identity and self-esteem.

Choosing the right approach is often collaborative. The therapist will discuss options, consider the client's goals and preferences, and adjust methods over time so the work fits the person's needs rather than imposing a single technique.

Online sessions make it easier to access care through video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats let clients maintain continuity of care from home or other locations and allow therapists to use worksheets, thought records, and real-time coaching adapted for each communication mode.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Dr. Charles address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem issues, relationship and anger concerns, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes, with additional focus on HIV / AIDS, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He blends client-centered collaboration with goal-focused techniques to create a respectful and practical therapy process that balances empathy with skill-building.

What is his clinical background?

Dr. Charles has eight years of experience practicing as a psychologist, applying both relationship-based and cognitive techniques to support a range of mental health concerns.

Where is he licensed to practice and what is his credential?

He is licensed in California and holds the credential CA Psychologist 30407.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

He is not currently accepting international clients and provides services to people located within California.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How does payment and cost work for therapy?

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

What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

HIV / AIDSPost-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English