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Charles “Charlie” Adams

CA LMFT 48492
Credentials
CA LMFT 48492
NPI Number
1578698379
Location
California
Languages
English
Charles “Charlie” Adams

Accepting new clients

16 years experience
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About Charles “Charlie” Adams

I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years of experience. I offer help for clients with depression and anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I have worked at many levels of care including inpatient psychiatric, partial hospitalization programs and outpatient counseling and therapy. I focus on individual therapy for adults in the LGBTQ+ community and have many years of experience facilitating a variety of mental health and support groups.

It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards that change. I am here to support & empower you on your journey.

Licenses

LMFT
48492

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Attachment issues
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Communication problems
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Guilt and shame
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Impulsivity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Men's issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-love
  • Sexuality
  • Social anxiety and phobia

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Charlie is an experienced therapist who quickly understands individual needs and adapts his approach accordingly. He brings years of practical insight, listens closely, and provides grounded, actionable guidance. I’ve found his ability to connect patterns and offer clear direction especially valuable.”

“Great guy. Highly recommend.”

“He is great, has help me a lot in my progress.”

“Amazing, always helpful and provides a fresh look on issues thus leading to progress.”

“Charlie is great, I really appreciate his kind, caring and thoughtful demeanour. He has really given me some great perspective and tools to manage a challenging time in my life”

“Charles is exceptionally knowledgeable and deeply empathetic. He demonstrates a clear understanding of both the technical and human sides of therapy, offering insight across a wide range of issues. His ability to listen without judgment and provide thoughtful guidance has made a real difference in my progress. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled and compassionate professional”

“I greatly appreciate and respect the work my therapist puts into our sessions. I feel it is often hard for me to open up or share my difficulties with others and I feel that Charlie is really listening to me on different levels. I feel he has genuine talent in helping others what the next steps can be without feeling overwhelmed.”

“I absolutely love Charlie and the connection we have established professionally. He is always on time, prepared, and asks great questions. I look forward to my weekly time with Charlie bc I know I will be given different perspectives to process situations I am navigating.”

“I can honestly say my life has been enriched by adding my weekly sessions with Charlie.”

“He is the best.”

“Charlie has been a very stable, kind and compassionate therapist. I really like his ability to see me and support me through my challenges. I would recommend him to anyone in need of support or advice.”

“Charlie is a compassionate and <br /> skilled therapist who I highly recommend. <br /> I especially appreciate the grounding and breathing techniques he’s teaching me.”

“He helped me though one of the worst moments of my life. How can I be anything but grateful”

“I appreciate and trust Chatlie. He often broadens my perspective and gives me space to allow grace for myself.”

“I highly recommend Charlie. He is incredibly understanding, professional, and supportive. During a challenging marriage crisis, he provided me with the guidance and tools to navigate through solutions effectively. He creates a safe space where you feel truly heard and helps you move forward with clarity and confidence. I’m deeply grateful for his impact on my life.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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