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Charles Snider

Insightful therapist focused on practical change

LCMHC, LMHC Florida

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Charles

Charles Snider brings 12 years of clinical experience to his practice, helping people navigate concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, and issues related to LGBT identity and gender dysphoria.

Background and approach

He also addresses family dynamics, intimacy-related problems, parenting and fatherhood concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and related topics such as abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, blended family issues, codependency, and communication or control problems.

His style is warm, interactive, and respectful, grounded in evidence-informed methods that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, and Motivational Interviewing. He adapts the conversation and plan to each person’s situation, aiming to meet clients where they are and invite their input into the process.

Charles holds LCMHC and LMHC credentials and practices from Florida, combining clinical knowledge with a collaborative, nonjudgmental stance. Charles focuses on helping people shift perspectives and build practical skills to manage symptoms and improve relationships.

He frames therapy as a joint effort and supports clients through change using approaches selected for their needs, preferences, and goals.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and practical change

Charles often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and develop concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. In CBT sessions, the focus is on noticing patterns, testing new ways of thinking, and practicing behaviors that support clearer mood and functioning.

He also uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's perspective guides the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration, helping people feel heard and involved in shaping their goals. Additionally, Emotionally-Focused Therapy can be used when relationship patterns and attachment-related emotions are central, offering tools to deepen emotional understanding and repair connection.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Charles works collaboratively to determine what fits a client's needs, goals, and preferences. He will help explore options and adjust methods over time so the care aligns with what the client hopes to accomplish.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and can make it easier to access consistent support from Florida. These formats allow clients to engage in skill-building, reflective conversation, and emotionally focused work from locations that suit their routines, making it simpler to maintain momentum between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Charles commonly address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, LGBT concerns, bipolar and ADHD related matters.
What is his therapeutic approach and style?
The approach is warm and interactive, combining client-centered listening with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and emotionally focused work to tailor plans to each person's needs.
How many years has he been practicing?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with individuals and families across a variety of concerns and settings.
What credentials and location are on file?
Charles holds LCMHC and LMHC credentials with NH LCMHC 3602 and FL LMHC MH13811 and practices from Florida.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
All sessions are provided in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Florida, Georgia, Arizona, New Hampshire

Languages

English