- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman method
About Charles
Charles Beard is an IL LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor practicing in Illinois with three years of clinical experience. He works with people who are having trouble with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
Charles draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy in his work. He uses these approaches to help people name emotions, notice how they affect behavior, and try new ways of responding. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps rather than jargon-heavy explanations.
In sessions he will talk through patterns that cause repeated conflict or distress. For relationship concerns that come from communication or blended family stress, he helps people notice what triggers reactions and practices different responses. For addictions and process problems he pairs motivational techniques with concrete behavior changes.
Charles respects clients' personal values and faith as part of the work when people want that included. He adapts conversations and goals to each person's priorities, making plans that fit daily life. He aims for direct, manageable actions between sessions rather than long lists of abstract tasks.
People meet him to address both urgent problems and longer-term patterns. He asks about goals, discusses approaches, and works collaboratively on practical next steps people can try between visits.
How EFT, CBT and Gottman work in online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and naming emotions that drive interaction patterns. It is often used when people notice repeated emotional cycles that leave them stuck or disconnected. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and uses practical experiments to change unhelpful patterns. The Gottman Method centers on communication skills and problem-solving routines that reduce conflict and increase constructive interaction.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with clients about goals and preferences, then suggest starting points. That choice is collaborative and can be adjusted as sessions reveal what helps most.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people connect without travel. These practical benefits help people try therapy while keeping appointments manageable and consistent.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Charles help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, parenting, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
What therapeutic approach does he use?
Charles uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside CBT, the Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy depending on the person's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of experience as a licensed clinician working with the listed concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an IL LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and he practices in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Charles accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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