Profile / United States
Charles Christensen, LPC
Idaho
LPC in Idaho - Anxiety and Addiction
See online therapy options- CBT based work
- Addiction recovery focus
- Practical goal setting
About Charles
Charles Christensen is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Idaho with three years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, and major life changes. He also focuses on attachment issues, blended family strain, codependency, and related concerns.
Charles earned his graduate counseling degree from Boise State University and completed undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University. He speaks from both professional and personal experience, noting his own recovery from addiction as part of his perspective. That background informs how he talks about change and relapse without judgment.
In sessions he uses clear, structured approaches drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and solution-focused methods. He helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and set small, practical goals. Motivational Interviewing techniques are used when people are working through substance use and readiness to change.
People can expect straightforward conversation about what is causing distress and what might help in daily life. Charles pays attention to family of origin issues, communication problems, and feelings of emptiness or shame. He also addresses men's issues and questions about life purpose.
He encourages an open fit check - if someone feels he is not the right counselor, he supports finding a better match. To begin, readers are asked to use the directory's matching pathway to schedule a first session and complete the short questionnaire.
How his approaches translate to online work
Charles combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in clear, practical ways. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors step by step, which works well for anxiety, depression, and stress. ACT emphasizes noticing values and learning to accept difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful goals, which can help with grief, addiction, and life transitions.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they decide whether CBT exercises, ACT practices, or a mix of methods fit best.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life - it may reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a workday, or remove the need to be on camera for every meeting. Licensed professionals can use focused exercises, homework tasks, and discussion to make progress even when meeting remotely.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, communication problems, and men's issues.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try different ways of responding. Sessions include practical exercises and goal-focused work.
What is his background and experience?
He has three years of experience in mental health treatment and holds a graduate counseling degree from Boise State University. He also has lived experience in addiction and recovery.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices in Idaho.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up or matching steps.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the directory.
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