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Charles Wickham

Practical, person-centered therapy with CBT focus

LMSW Michigan

Experience
25 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Charles

Charles Wickham is a licensed social worker (LMSW) based in Michigan who draws on 25 years of clinical experience to support people facing a wide range of life challenges.

Background and approach

He frames therapy around practical, evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy while also valuing the client's own story and strengths. His background spans psychiatric hospital care, community mental health, independent practice, and a decade at a state facility, giving him experience with mood concerns, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and stress-related difficulties.

Charles works from a person-centered perspective that honors each individual's expertise about their life while using structured approaches when helpful. He also integrates motivational interviewing, narrative, and psychodynamic ideas to address issues including anger, self-esteem, career transitions, ADHD, caregiver stress, relationship and communication problems, and coping with chronic illness.

He emphasizes collaborative work and supports clients as they take steps toward greater meaning, coping, and emotional balance. Therapy with Charles often focuses on practical coping skills, exploring personal narratives, and building motivation to change.

He encourages clients to identify strengths and small, achievable goals as part of a steady process toward improved functioning and well-being.

Approach and Access: Therapy Methods Online



Charles commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and client-centered therapy in his work. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and stress, while client-centered therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and building on a person's own strengths to support growth and self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and he collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs and goals. Together they explore preferences, try strategies, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses so the approach reflects what works best for the individual.

Online therapy with Charles is offered through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments. These options support continuity of care, allow for flexible check-ins, and help clients maintain momentum between sessions while tailoring communication style to each person's comfort and needs.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Charles address in therapy?
He works with a broad set of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem, career matters, and compassion fatigue, among others.
What therapeutic style can I expect?
Sessions blend client-centered values with structured methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, tailored to each person's needs and goals.
How much clinical experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of professional experience across psychiatric hospital settings, community mental health, independent practice, and a state facility.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an LMSW credential, license number MI LMSW 6801086180, and practices in Michigan.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time and provides services to clients located within his licensure jurisdiction.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Costs vary depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a brief matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English