Cicely Charlson , LPC

Cicely Charlson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma with 11 years of experience in the mental health field. She has provided care in both outpatient clinics and in-home settings, developing a practical skill set for working with individuals and families facing a range of challenges.

Her primary areas of focus include stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and support through life transitions. She also has experience addressing depression and supporting people with mild autism. Cicely uses evidence-informed modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, and Anger Management Therapy to help clients develop coping skills and healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.

Cicely approaches counseling as a collaborative process grounded in the belief that personal growth is essential to living well. She draws on her own experience growing up in an environment where communication and coping skills were limited to inform her work, emphasizing practical strategies for building more effective communication and healthier coping. Her goal is to partner with clients so they can cultivate greater peace, mindfulness, and clarity in decision making.

Clients work with Cicely to build resilience and practical tools for everyday life. She aims to empower people to develop the skills needed to navigate relationships, manage strong emotions, and move through transitions with increased confidence.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is a practical, skills-based approach that helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and change behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. It is often used to develop coping strategies and problem-solving skills for everyday challenges.

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process and reframe the thoughts and beliefs that can keep traumatic experiences from integrating into a healthy sense of self. It is suited for those working through the emotional impact of abuse or other traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Cicely collaborates with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods as progress is made so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These formats make it possible to maintain continuity of care, access sessions from home, and choose a communication style that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.