Charlene Smith , LPC

Charlene Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia who brings formal training and a grounded clinical approach to working with adolescents, teenagers, young adults, and adults. She earned a Master of Arts in Counseling in December 2011 and holds licensure as an LPC, which indicates specialized graduate training and state-level approval to provide professional counseling services.

Her background includes clinical mental health work, crisis intervention, and case management across a range of settings such as non-profit shelters, detention and secured facilities, health clinics, inpatient and outpatient programs, and community agencies. This variety of experience informs her ability to address concerns like depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and related challenges.

Charlene favors a person-centered orientation, believing that a strong therapeutic relationship is central to growth; she emphasizes listening, validation, and creating a space where clients feel heard and respected. She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, applying practical, hands-on techniques to help clients change the thought and behavior patterns that contribute to their difficulties. With an approachable manner, she aims to build rapport quickly and collaborate with clients to set meaningful goals and practical steps toward change.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Charlene integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the client is the expert on their experience - this approach is helpful for building trust, exploring identity, and working through relationship or self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured, practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and anger management. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support clients who are ambivalent about change; this approach helps people explore their own reasons for change and build intrinsic motivation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Charlene collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds so the work feels tailored and practical.

Online therapy appointments can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or during busy days, while still allowing for meaningful, goal-oriented work.