- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT issues
- Practical coping skills
About Charles
Charles Foxwell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with four years of professional experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, depression, addictions, anger, grief, trauma and abuse, and life changes. He also helps with issues such as attachment, caregiver stress, eating and food-related concerns, and mood disorders.
Charles believes clients are the experts on their own story and brings a practical, respectful style to sessions. He focuses on building on existing strengths and identifying small, usable steps that reduce overwhelm. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at making daily life more manageable.
In sessions he listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and for practical moments to try something different. Charles helps people notice what triggers strong reactions and then practices alternative responses. He also supports people working through identity questions, relational strain, and recovery from substance use.
His approach emphasizes collaboration. He asks questions, offers options, and checks what fits the client’s goals. Early sessions often focus on immediate coping skills and clearer priorities while planning for longer-term change if needed.
Charles works mainly in English and sees clients in California. To begin, the platform asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. He notes that signing up for therapy is a courageous step and encourages people to reach out when they are ready.
Approaches you’ll use and how online sessions fit
Charles uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and problem solving. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches tools for managing strong emotions and stress, such as grounding, breathing, and short behavioral experiments to test new ways of responding. These tools aim to reduce intense reactions and improve day-to-day functioning.Another helpful approach is identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. This involves noticing triggers, tracking reactions, and trying small changes to see what helps. That method is useful for anger, anxiety, mood shifts, and patterns linked to relationships or substance use.
Finding the right mix of techniques is collaborative. He will ask about your goals, try options, and adjust based on what works in real life. Clients and therapist together decide whether to focus on immediate coping skills or longer-term changes.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people work on skills in the settings where problems occur, which can speed up practical progress.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, grief, trauma and LGBT-related issues, among other life changes and mood concerns.
How would you describe his style in sessions?
Sessions are practical and collaborative. He emphasizes clear steps, skill-building, and strengths the client already has.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional work experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LCSW licensed in California and works with clients in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.