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Dr. Charles Graham

Dr. Charles Graham, LMSW

Therapist in Michigan

Experienced LMSW focused on practical change

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Experience

20+ years

Credentials

LMSW

Languages

English

Based in

Michigan

  • Goal focused
  • Nonjudgmental
  • Practical skills

About Charles

Dr. Charles Graham greets people with a direct, practical style. He is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) with 20 years of experience and helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, grief, and intimacy-related issues. He also addresses problems like sleeping and eating difficulties, ADHD, and struggles with self-esteem.

He describes his approach as optimistic, accepting, and nonjudgmental. Sessions focus on clear goals and steady steps the client can try between meetings. Conversations are interactive and meant to produce specific changes rather than only talk.

His background spans work in public and private settings. That experience informs how he adapts techniques to different situations. He uses a mix of methods to match what each person needs instead of one fixed style.

Common tools he draws on include cognitive methods that look at thoughts and behaviors, acceptance-based ideas that build willingness to face hard feelings, and motivational techniques that help people find their reasons to change. He will suggest practical exercises and straightforward skills to practice outside sessions.

People who want a direct, goal-focused therapist may find his style helpful. He will collaborate on goals and adjust plans as progress is made. Readers should confirm current session options before booking.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, so they can act toward the life they value. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and struggles with meaning or motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, behaviors, and feelings connect and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating problems. Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify their reasons for change and build the confidence to take the next steps; it pairs well with work on addictions or ambivalence about treatment.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That plan can shift over time based on what works and what does not, so sessions remain responsive to the client's needs.

The original biography does not list which remote session formats are offered, so confirm available options before booking. Many people choose online therapy because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Online work also makes it straightforward to focus on skill-building between sessions, track progress, and check in quickly when plans change.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Drug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

License details

LMSW · Michigan
6801088470
NPI (National Provider Identifier)
1548502321

As listed on the therapist's professional profile. You can check these details with the relevant licensing board, professional body or registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

He works with a wide range of problems including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, and ADHD.

What is the therapeutic style like?

The style is optimistic, accepting, and interactive. Sessions are goal-oriented and focus on practical steps and skills to try between meetings.

How much clinical experience is on offer?

He brings 20 years of clinical experience working in both public and private settings, which he uses to tailor treatment to each person.

What credentials and location information are provided?

He holds the credential LMSW, which stands for licensed master social worker, and is based in Michigan.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Some intimacy concerns have a physical side. If you notice pain or other physical symptoms, please speak with a doctor as well. Therapy can sit alongside medical care, not replace it.

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