Experience that shines

Charis is a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of experience in the field of mental health. She completed her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2018. Being in the mental health field since 2013, Charis has been fortunate to work in a variety of settings including school-based, therapeutic day treatment and private practice. Charis is trained in Theraplay, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. 

Counseling for the Neurodiverse

Charis has experience working with clients with ADHD, anxiety, trauma, sleep disturbances, depression, grief and loss, sensory needs, adjustment disorder, relational concerns and behavioral issues. She is passionate about neurodiversity such as ADHD, OCD, and various learning disorders. Charis enjoys working with adolescents, teens and adults.

Human Connection Creates a Space for Healing.

During the counseling process, Charis utilizes an integrative approach depending on the clients needs. She considers humor, warmth, empathy and honesty to be important within the therapeutic alliance. Charis’ favorite thing about being a therapist is building relationships and collaborating with clients to identify personalized strategies to solve problems, adapt to change and grow in understanding and compassion for themselves and others. Charis considers it a joy and a privilege to help clients work towards their goals. 

A Little About Charis

When Charis is not seeing clients, she is most likely spending time with family and friends, playing with her dog, trying out new recipes, riding roller coasters or attending concerts.