Charlie Johnson , LCSW

Charlie Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a practical, forensic-informed perspective to therapy for individuals, children, adolescents, and families. He focuses on helping people navigate trauma, substance use disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, delinquency, ADHD, and other behavioral health concerns, drawing on more than 11 years of clinical experience in public-sector settings.

Prior to private practice, Charlie worked extensively with Drug Court, Juvenile Courts, and Juvenile Justice Services, experience that has shaped his approach to complex cases involving legal and family systems. He provides individual therapy and tailors interventions to meet each client where they are, combining clinical skills with an understanding of court-involved and community-based care.

Charlie earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Weber State University and a Master degree in Forensic Social Work from the University of Utah. His LCSW credential indicates advanced training and authorization to provide clinical social work services, including assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy.

Clients work with Charlie on a broad range of concerns including addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and family dynamics, mood disorders, ADHD, and career or life transitions. He emphasizes practical coping strategies, collaborative goal setting, and interventions drawn from evidence-informed approaches to support recovery and growth.

Approaches and Online Care for Real-World Challenges

Charlie integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online practice. ACT focuses on helping people clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility so they can move toward meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and persistent stress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns and early bonds to improve connection and trust in close relationships, making it useful for intimacy, family, and abandonment-related concerns. CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to reduce symptoms and teach coping strategies for mood disorders, anxiety, and behavior change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Charlie works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Charlie offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from different locations while working with a licensed therapist who combines evidence-informed approaches with practical experience.