Charlene Samuels
LCSW, CSW
Therapist in Colorado
Continue with CharlenePractical, strengths-based support for women's issues
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English
- Sessions
- Online
- Listed in
- Colorado
- Strengths focused
- Evidence based
- Practical skills
About Charlene
She centers sessions on the client's own story and goals. Charlene treats each person as the expert on their life and works to build confidence and motivation. Sessions aim to identify what gets in the way and to try manageable changes that fit daily life.
Charlene draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, mood concerns, and anxiety. Her approach focuses on skill building, clearer communication, and pacing work so people feel able to continue between meetings. She supports people through adjustment and recovery without rushing the process.
Her background includes a clinical social work license and a history of helping people manage chronic stress and mood instability. Charlene encourages honest conversation about setbacks and strengths so clients can try different strategies and find what helps.
People who prefer straightforward, strengths-based support may find her style helpful. She offers a calm, practical presence while helping clients set small goals and track progress over time.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Charlene uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and trauma-informed care. Skills-based work teaches concrete strategies for managing anxiety, mood swings, and stress, such as paced breathing, activity scheduling, and simple behavior changes that make daily routines easier. Trauma-informed approaches focus on safety, pacing, and grounding tools to reduce overwhelming feelings and to help process difficult experiences at a manageable pace.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Charlene will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust the plan over time. The aim is to find techniques that feel useful in day-to-day life and that a person can continue between sessions.
Online therapy can make regular work with a licensed professional easier to fit into busy schedules. It can reduce travel time and allow sessions during breaks or from different locations. Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Overall, online sessions can help people maintain momentum, practice new skills in real time, and bring therapy into their regular routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Wisconsin, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Charlene help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, and self-esteem concerns. She also addresses related issues like body image, caregiver stress, and coping after disaster.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is strengths-based and straightforward. She works with clients to set small goals and practice useful skills between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 12 years of professional experience and has worked with a range of mood and stress-related concerns. Charlene emphasizes collaboration and building confidence.
What credentials does she hold and where does she practice?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Colorado. Her listing notes licensure histories including CO LCSW and WI LCSW.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients as indicated in her profile.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.