- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Communication skills
About Charles
Charles Wood is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan with 40 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, and coping with life changes. He also addresses issues such as communication problems, workplace stress, and social anxiety.
Over four decades Charles has helped people facing midlife transitions, young adult challenges, and grief related to loss and end-of-life care. He combines faith-informed perspectives with professional practice when clients want that included. Sessions emphasize practical coping strategies and clearer communication skills rather than long theoretical explanations.
He often works with people dealing with avoidance, dependency patterns, and relationship difficulties like jealousy, commitment concerns, and codependency. Substance use and addiction concerns are also within the scope of his practice, approached alongside other life stresses.
Charles pays attention to how values and life roles shape decisions about work, fatherhood, and aging. He supports people who are exploring life purpose or facing hospice and end-of-life challenges, offering direct discussion of goals and priorities.
Clients can expect straightforward, respectful conversations that focus on problem solving, behavior change, and developing routines that reduce distress. Charles aims to help people build skills they can use outside sessions. He encourages clear steps and realistic planning while honoring each person’s beliefs and background.
How evidence-based methods translate to online care
Charles uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Behavioral strategies may include graded exposure and activity scheduling to address avoidance and low mood. He also integrates practical problem-solving work that targets communication and relationship patterns. That approach helps people break down problems into manageable steps and practice new skills in real-life situations. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Charles will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day demands. He reviews what is working and adjusts techniques over time so sessions stay useful. Confirm the exact session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific online options. Online work can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit around work, caregiving, or travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins when bandwidth is limited or make it simpler to have sessions without commuting. Speak with the therapist when arranging the first appointment to confirm which session formats are offered and how they will be scheduled.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include avoidance, dependency patterns, substance concerns, and aging issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a direct, practical way. Sessions emphasize coping skills, communication, and steps people can try between meetings.
How long has he practiced?
He brings 40 years of clinical experience as an LPC in Michigan.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds the LPC credential and provides services based in Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.