Challis Russell , LPC, LCMHC

Challis Russell approaches mental health as an essential part of overall wellness, offering therapy that considers a person’s physical, social, and emotional needs. She emphasizes empathetic listening and thoughtful guidance to understand each person’s circumstances and to shape treatment that fits individual goals and strengths.

After earning a master’s degree in clinical counseling from Johns Hopkins University, Challis worked with a diverse clientele that included adults, couples, families, and adolescents. Her practice has included supporting people affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic violence, and immigration-related challenges, and she prepares practical strategies to address those concerns.

Challis holds professional licenses as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - and as an LCMHC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - which reflect formal training and state licensure to provide counseling. In sessions she blends compassionate listening with goal-oriented work, helping clients build coping skills, clarify priorities, and navigate life transitions with respect and collaboration.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Challis Russell

Challis uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive atmosphere where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach focuses on empathy, active listening, and helping people explore their values and priorities, which can be especially helpful for relationship, self-esteem, and life transition concerns.

She also offers cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and coping difficulties. CBT emphasizes concrete exercises and strategies that clients can apply between sessions.

Mindfulness therapy is incorporated to teach present-moment awareness and stress-management techniques that complement other work and support emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Challis partners with each person to assess needs, set goals, and adapt methods so the treatment aligns with the client’s preferences and circumstances.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when travel or distance would otherwise be a barrier.