Carla Charles , LICSW

Carla Charles is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Washington with six years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, challenges with addictions, anger management, motivation and issues with self-esteem and confidence, and she also supports those experiencing depression.

Carla emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can share thoughts and feelings honestly. She views reaching out for support as a courageous first step and partners with clients to provide encouragement and guidance as they pursue a more fulfilling, balanced life. Her work centers on supporting and empowering clients through change while honoring each person’s pace and priorities.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Carla Charles applies evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on building practical coping skills to address stress, anxiety, anger, and challenges with substance use. These approaches emphasize skills clients can practice between sessions to manage intense emotions, reduce reactivity, and support recovery from addictive behaviors.

She also uses evidence-based methods that examine patterns of thinking and behavior related to depression, low self-esteem, and motivation. These techniques help clients identify unhelpful patterns and develop alternative ways of relating to themselves and others to improve mood and daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Carla collaborates with clients to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier for clients to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while maintaining regular contact and consistent therapeutic momentum.