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Charles Michel, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Charles is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Charles. View 7 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Indiana

Recent reviews

Chuck is down to earth and compassionate. I am a first timer in therapy and believe I hit a home run

Reviewed May 2023

Excellent therapist

Reviewed April 2023

More about Charles

  • 25 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

Hello, everyone, my name is Chuck. I have been a licensed therapist for over 20 years. I have a bachelors degree in psychology, a masters degree in social work, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

For the past twenty years, I have been in private practice helping individuals with a wide variety of needs. I have worked extensively with individuals with serious clinical disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, and ADHD. In addition, I have had the pleasure of helping people who struggle with the stressors of everyday life such as family, relationship, career, self-esteem, parenting, and life-stage issues.

I have learned over the years that the most important thing in working with people in unquestionably the relationship. I would describe my counseling style as very warm, collaborative and personal. I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Bipolar disorder Depression ADHD Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Autism and Asperger Syndrome Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Infidelity Intellectual disability Jealousy Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Charles Michel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609901008.

  • LCSW · Indiana · 34004273A · Expires April 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Charles Michel

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

7 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Comfortable Easy Excellent Helped Listens

Chuck is down to earth and compassionate. I am a first timer in therapy and believe I hit a home run

Reviewed May 2023

Excellent therapist

Reviewed April 2023

Down to earth, very personable

Reviewed July 2020

Charles Michel is a great counselor. He listens to my concerns, and is always there for me.

Reviewed July 2020

Great personality. Straightforward, respectful boundaries, and would recommend to a friend.

Reviewed June 2020

I can't explain how much I enjoy working with Chuck. I worked with a couple of counselors before, but we just didn't click. With Chuck, I don't think I could have had a better person to work with. Our weekly phone call was one of the highlights of my week. He always listened to me and helped me through numerous issues I was going through. I can honestly say that I am a happier and better person because of the work Chuck and I did. I seriously cannot thank him enough.

Reviewed March 2020

Charles is a great all around guy and someone who is very easy to speak with. He made me feel very comfortable during this process and I recommend him to anyone wanting someone with a patient ear to speaks with.

Reviewed November 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Charles Michel offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Charles Michel works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Charles Michel speak?

Charles Michel speaks English.

How many years of experience does Charles Michel have?

Charles Michel has 25 years of experience.

Where is Charles Michel licensed to practice?

Charles Michel is licensed to practice in Indiana.

Does Charles Michel accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Charles Michel does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Charles Michel offer?

Charles Michel offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Charles Michel?

Charles Michel can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Charles Michel?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.