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Charlene Thiede

MI LMSW 6801099157, IA LISW 00438

Credentials

MI LMSW 6801099157, IA LISW 00438

NPI Number

1427406149

Location

Iowa

Languages

English

Accepting new clients

37 years experience

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About Charlene Thiede

I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Michigan and the state of Iowa. I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach that begins where you are in the present and focuses on your strengths in order to move forward. I have been trained in the use of a number of clinical approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy for children, Solution Focused Therapy and more. I will help you explore the problems you are facing in order to identify the changes that you want to make in your life. I began my career as a School Social Worker, an experience that gave me insight into the problems that children face in schools. During those years, I specialized in working with children and their families. I also worked as a clinical social worker providing behavioral health counseling to children, adolescents and adults in a private mental health clinic and later ina large family service agency. My goal in each counseling session is for you to leave feeling more hopeful and confident that you can move forward in a positive way. A receptionist once told me that my clients come in looking sad and go out with a smile, a compliment that warmed my heart.

Licenses

LMSW

6801099157

LISW

00438

Professional experience

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Charlene Thiede has been very supportive and very professional. She has listened and helped me through some questionable days. I would highly recommend her.”

“My therapist has been very good. She’s heard me and has patience.”

“They are there for and have good advice”

“Charlene is a very empathetic person. She respects me, and is non-judgmental which I greatly appreciate. She even keeps in contact with me during the week. All therapists should be as good as Charlene. Highly recommend.”

“Charlene has been a real support and has good feedback and insight for me. She is highly professional and respectful. She listens and has helped me considerably.”

“Charlene is an amazing therapist. Very kind and understanding. She is great listener and makes you feel cared about during the whole session and even after that as she is great with checking in with her patients.”

“Charlene is a wonderful therapist and has helped me manage and overcome my anxiety and depression along with the help of medication. She is very understanding and I have never felt judged or looked down upon for openly discussing my issues. I would highly recommend her as a therapist for any issues.”

“Charlene is a delight who is able to provide proper strategies and helps you navigate the ups and downs of life in a much more efficient constructive manner.”

“positive high regard for me all the time.”

“Charlene is a great therapist. Very easy to talk to, understanding, and not judgemental. She offers great insights and advice about how to deal with problems and offers knowledgeable perspectives about difficult topics.”

“Charlene is wonderful! She listens, and has great suggestions and affirmations. I highly recommend for people going through life transitions.”

“She has been great, I feel comfortable and supported”

“Yes I highly recommend her.”

“Charlene is very intelligent, understanding, and open minded. I have learned a lot from speaking with her and receiving therapy once a week. She has provided me many tools to help myself through the tough times, and I feel confident moving forward.”

“Charlene is great. She takes the time to listen and fully understand the root of the issue rather than offering surface-level insight. I've seen improvement in my anxiety and am grateful for the insight and support Charlene has offered.”

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