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Charlar Barnes, LPC
Alabama
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Grief
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-centered methods
- Motivational Interviewing
About Charlar
Charlar Barnes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with ten years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, and concerns commonly described as compassion fatigue. Charlar also lists career concerns, self-esteem, LGBT issues, and coaching among her areas of focus.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and solution-focused methods. Sessions are described as practical and goal-oriented, with work on unhelpful thoughts, patterns, and small behavior changes. Motivational Interviewing is part of how she helps people clarify what they want and take steps toward it.
Charlar brings military experience as an Army veteran and draws on that background when addressing Veteran and Armed Forces issues. She also names multicultural concerns, women’s issues, body image, and isolation as topics she addresses. Her published work includes a book titled "Losing Myself, Funding Me: The journey of survival, strength, and the courage to embrace your authentic self."
Her academic background includes a master’s degree in counseling and psychology and a PsyD focused on grief counseling. The first paragraph above is the short about block; the following paragraphs outline background and approach in more detail. Charlar emphasizes straightforward conversations, concrete steps, and working together to set achievable goals.
She practices in Alabama and lists licensure as LPC in Georgia and Alabama. Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients are encouraged to confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Charlar commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions often involve setting small goals, trying different responses between sessions, and reviewing what worked. Client-Centered Therapy forms the other major part of her approach by focusing on the person’s perspective and preferences during conversation and goal setting.She treats the choice of approach as a collaboration. The therapist and client review needs, goals, and preferences together and then decide which mix of CBT, client-centered work, or motivational interviewing will guide sessions. Adjustments are expected as work progresses so the plan stays practical and relevant.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, remote sessions can help fit work on stress, grief, and relationship concerns into a busy schedule. They make it easier to have shorter check-ins, schedule around work hours, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use the time to assign simple between-session exercises and to review progress in a focused way.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Alabama, Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she most often address?
She commonly helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, grief and compassion fatigue. Additional areas include career, self-esteem, body image, and multicultural issues.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and to try different behavior responses. It is presented as a practical, step-by-step way to change thoughts and habits that cause distress.
What is her professional background?
She has ten years of professional experience, is an Army veteran, and is the author of a book on reclaiming the self. Her training includes a master’s degree in counseling and psychology and a PsyD in grief counseling.
What credentials and location are listed?
Charlar Barnes holds the LPC credential and lists licensure in Georgia and Alabama. She practices in Alabama.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing should be confirmed during scheduling.
How do I begin work with her?
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