Charlie Johnson , LCSW

Charlie Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings 11 years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and families facing trauma, substance use disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, delinquency, ADHD, and related behavioral health concerns. He provides individual therapy informed by a background in public sector social work, including work with Drug Court, Juvenile Courts, and Juvenile Justice Services, which helps him understand how mental health intersects with legal and family systems.

Charlie holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Weber State University and a Master of Social Work in Forensic Social Work from the University of Utah. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker qualified to provide clinical therapy - he integrates clinical training with practical experience to support clients across the lifespan.

His practice addresses a wide range of issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, and coping with life transitions. Charlie draws on evidence-based approaches and a collaborative style to help clients build skills, process difficult experiences, and pursue meaningful changes that fit their values and life circumstances.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Charlie Johnson uses evidence-based approaches tailored to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and develop psychological flexibility - it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and challenges where avoidance of difficult feelings gets in the way of living a meaningful life. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and early bonding experiences to address grief, intimacy issues, family conflict, and trauma that affect how people connect with others. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is commonly applied to anxiety, mood disorders, and many everyday coping challenges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Charlie works with each person to assess their goals, preferences, and history, and then combines or adjusts methods so therapy fits the client's life and priorities.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules, caregivers, and those who prefer remote care. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to continue progress across changing circumstances.