Charlie Johnson, LCSW - Therapist in Utah

CBT techniques
ACT strategies
Attachment work

About Charlie

Charlie Johnson is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 11 years of experience based in Utah. He works with adults, children, and adolescents on anxiety, trauma, substance use, mood concerns, and related behavioral health issues.

He uses straightforward talk therapy and practical skills in sessions. He draws on years of social work in public settings, including Drug Court, Juvenile Courts, and Juvenile Justice Services. That background informs how he helps people manage strong emotions and behavioral challenges.

Sessions often focus on small, usable changes. He mixes cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance-based ideas to shift unhelpful thoughts and increase meaningful action. Dialectical skills and attention to attachment patterns are used when emotion regulation or relationship patterns are central concerns.

Charlie has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Weber State University. He also holds a Master of Forensic Social Work from the University of Utah. He keeps the conversation direct and concrete, with an emphasis on what someone can try between sessions.

People seeking help for social anxiety, phobias, or related issues will find clear strategies to reduce avoidance and build coping skills. He also supports work on sleep, eating, parenting stress, grief, and career strain when those problems overlap with anxiety or trauma.

Before a first appointment, he asks people to name one or two goals they want to work on. That helps shape the early sessions and decide which techniques to try first.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that align with personal values rather than getting stuck on difficult feelings. It can help when avoidance or worry limits daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches clear tools to test unhelpful beliefs and try new behaviors. That approach is often useful for social anxiety and phobias. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to patterns in relationships and how early bonds affect current reactions; it can be helpful when fear of rejection or worry about being judged drives avoidance. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to match techniques to their goals and preferences. Early sessions are used to identify which methods feel most useful and to adjust as needed. Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people practice skills in daily environments and bring real-life situations into discussion without promising a particular delivery method.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issues Communication problems Control issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgiveness Guilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stress Prejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Listed in

Utah

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, mood concerns, parenting strain, and related issues such as ADHD and grief.

What style of therapy does he use?

He blends cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment techniques, dialectical skills, and attachment-focused work in practical, skill-oriented sessions.

How much experience does he have?

He has 11 years of experience working as a social worker and clinician in public-sector settings including Drug Court and juvenile services.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in Utah and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.