- Attachment-based work
- Client-centered methods
- CBT techniques
About Charles
Dr. Charles Tullis, Jr. is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) with 36 years of experience. He works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, LGBT issues, anger, self-esteem, and life transitions. He also lists ADHD and intimacy-related problems among his focus areas.
He draws on several therapy approaches to match what an individual needs. He looks at how family patterns and attachment shape current problems. He also uses client-centered and cognitive-behavioral ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors.
In sessions he emphasizes practical skills like communication techniques, structured exercises, and between-session assignments. Role-playing, modeling, and interactive family exercises are options he uses when relevant. Homework is considered a key part of progress so clients can practice outside of sessions.
His background includes long experience with both military and civilian populations, and he says that family relationships and social context are important resources for solving problems. Goals are set together with the client and therapy focuses on the issues the client finds most important.
He reports training across family systems models and several therapeutic orientations. That range informs his preference to select theories and interventions that appear most likely to help each person reach their stated goals.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Attachment-based work focuses on how early and current relationships shape reactions. It helps with trust, closeness, and patterns that lead to anger or withdrawal. Client-centered methods emphasize listening and the client’s own goals; this supports people who want space to talk through feelings and decide what to try next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and offers practical exercises to test different responses to anger and stress.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapy process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That shared decision-making guides whether more attachment work, skill-building, or CBT-style practice is emphasized.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a day, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is impractical. It also lets therapists use structured exercises, guided role-plays, and homework assignments in ways that fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
36+ years
Listed in
Kansas, Louisiana, Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, LGBT issues, ADHD, and related topics such as communication problems, infidelity, and life purpose.
What is his general therapy style?
He practices an integrated, people-oriented approach that combines attachment-based, client-centered, and cognitive-behavioral ideas. He emphasizes practical skills, communication exercises, and homework.
How long has he practiced?
He has 36 years of clinical experience, including work with both military and civilian populations.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed as LMFT and LCMFT and is located in Kansas.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.