Dr. Mark Charles

Dr. Mark Charles is a California licensed psychologist with eight years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and major life changes. He encourages a straightforward, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about what matters to them.

He uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each person's lead and make sure conversations stay relevant to their goals. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to feel better. Those approaches are used to address trauma, grief, relationship strain, social anxiety, and other concerns listed in his specialties.

Sessions are collaborative and practical. Dr. Charles aims to help people build small skills they can use between meetings. He pays attention to what each person needs and adjusts the pace accordingly.

He has worked with people affected by HIV and post-traumatic stress and offers support for social anxiety and phobia. Over his career he has seen clients move through difficult times by combining steady listening with actionable steps.

If you are considering therapy, he asks that you be ready to share what you're hoping to change. The first step is a short intake that guides the initial plan and sets reasonable goals together.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy places the person's experience first and focuses on listening and responding to what matters most. This approach helps people feel heard and clarifies what they want to change, which is useful for issues like grief, relationship concerns, and stress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks down how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches specific skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and social anxiety by practicing new ways of thinking and acting between sessions.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to choose whether to emphasize listening and exploration, skill-building with CBT, or a mix of both, based on goals and personal preferences.

Confirm the current session options before booking because formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it simpler to keep regular appointments when sessions can be scheduled around work, school, or caregiving demands.