Charlene Childs

I am a licensed mental health and substance abuse counselor with over 20 years of combined experience in education, counseling, and support services. My professional journey has been shaped not only by my clinical training but also by personal experiences supporting loved ones through addiction and mental health challenges. These experiences have deepened my empathy and strengthened my commitment to providing compassionate, client-centered care.

I am passionate about helping individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and I am dedicated to supporting clients as they reconnect with themselves and move forward with greater clarity and purpose.

My approach to counseling is rooted in evidence-based and mindfulness-informed practices. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to develop practical coping strategies.

I focus on helping individuals manage stress, navigate life transitions, and recover from addiction. My work is collaborative and tailored to each client’s unique needs, with an emphasis on building resilience, increasing self-awareness, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

Initial consultations are conducted by our intake team rather than directly with a provider to ensure faster scheduling. During this brief call, our administrative staff will answer general (non-clinical) questions, collect basic information, and help match you with the most appropriate provider.

While you may request a specific provider, pre-appointment consultation calls with clinicians are not available. All clinical discussions, recommendations, and treatment planning will take place during your scheduled appointment.

This process allows us to prioritize direct patient care while offering timely access to services.

In the first session, clients can expect a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where they feel safe to share their experiences at their own pace. I will take time to learn about your background, current concerns, and goals for therapy while asking thoughtful questions to better understand your needs.

This session is also an opportunity for us to begin building a trusting relationship. Together, we will start to identify a path forward and discuss next steps that align with your goals, ensuring you feel supported and empowered from the very beginning.