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Charles McBride (he/him), LPC
Oregon
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anxiety and Addictions
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- EMDR for trauma
About Charles
Charles McBride is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, LGBT issues, grief, and related problems.
He has practical experience in residential substance abuse treatment and outpatient mental health through an employee and family assistance program. That background means he has supported people coping with substance use, depression, anxiety, sexuality questions, and trauma exposure among first responders.
His approach is straightforward and goal-oriented. He uses cognitive-behavioral ideas to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Client-centered methods guide the pace of sessions and keep the focus on what matters most to the person.
EMDR is part of his toolkit for addressing trauma-related symptoms when appropriate. He also draws on solution-focused techniques to identify small, concrete steps that move things forward between sessions.
Sessions emphasize practical change - identifying patterns, testing new responses, and tracking what works. He encourages clear, measurable goals and regular check-ins on progress. The plan is adjusted as needed so the work matches what the person wants to accomplish.
People who choose him can expect direct, respectful conversation and attention to real-life tasks such as sleep, anger management, parenting strain, work stress, and substance use decisions. He supports those efforts with structured methods and ongoing problem solving.
How his approaches translate to online work
Charles uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thought and behavior patterns and then try specific exercises to test new responses; CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and habit change. Client-Centered Therapy guides the session pace, with the person setting priorities and the therapist following their lead to explore what matters most. EMDR can be used for trauma-related symptoms as a method that targets distressing memories and the reactions tied to them. Choosing the right method is collaborative. He will review the person's goals and preferences and suggest approaches that fit those aims. Treatment is adjusted over time based on what the client reports and how well particular techniques work in practice. The practical benefit of online sessions is making therapy easier to fit into everyday life. Online work can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a busy day, or let someone join from a different location than the therapist. The original profile did not specify which session formats are offered; please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or another format is available.Areas of expertise
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and ADHD among other topics.
How does he use CBT in sessions?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and track which changes make daily life better.
What is his clinical background?
He has 15 years of experience, including work in residential substance abuse treatment and outpatient employee and family assistance programs.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Oregon.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile did not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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