Charlene Smith, LPC

Charlene Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia. She brings three years of counseling experience and a calm, approachable manner that helps people feel heard. Charlene works with adults and adolescents on common struggles like anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship issues.

She trained in person-centered care and often focuses on building a trusting relationship first. That approach means sessions begin with listening and understanding each person’s experience before moving to problem solving. Charlene also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and try practical alternatives.

Her background includes work in community clinics, nonprofit shelters, inpatient and outpatient settings, and detention facilities. That variety means she has experience with crisis intervention, case management, and supporting people through major life changes. She has helped clients facing trauma, family conflict, domestic violence concerns, and mood conditions such as bipolar disorder.

Charlene emphasizes clear, direct conversation and concrete steps people can try between sessions. She aims to help clients notice small shifts that improve daily coping, communication, and self-esteem. Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, with a focus on what feels useful in everyday life.

Many clients come for help with relationship struggles, communication problems, codependency, and feelings of isolation or emptiness. She also supports people dealing with guilt, forgiveness, impulsivity, and managing co-occurring concerns. If you are wondering whether she is a good fit, reviewing goals and preferences together is part of the first step.

How these approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and creating a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what is said, and helps clients feel understood so they can explore their concerns. This approach can help with relationship difficulties, low self-worth, and adjustment after life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect feelings and daily life. It uses practical exercises and simple experiments to test new ways of thinking and acting. CBT can be helpful for anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and managing mood symptoms.

Finding the right approach happens together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. From there they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made so the work fits the person’s needs.

Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit more easily into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. If you want practical skill practice, goal-focused sessions, or regular check-ins for mood and relationships, bring that into the initial conversation so the therapist can match the approach to your situation.