Charles Beard, LCPC
- Strengths focused
- Trauma informed
- Flexible formats
About Charles Beard
With three years of professional experience, Charles emphasizes gentleness and warmth while helping clients identify and build on existing strengths. He blends evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, systemic perspectives, and solution-focused techniques to tailor treatment to each person or family. His practice addresses issues from parenting and blended family dynamics to intimacy-related concerns, process addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and men's issues.
Charles adapts his therapeutic dialogue and treatment plans to reflect each client's goals, preferences, and values, and he respects the role faith and moral beliefs can play in a person’s growth. He is available to work with clients internationally and offers multiple formats for care, aiming to meet people where they are and support meaningful change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Charles Beard have?
Charles Beard has 3 years of experience.
Is Charles Beard a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details: IL LCPC 180.007424.
In which languages does Charles Beard provide therapy?
Charles provides therapy in English.
Where is Charles Beard located?
He is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Charles Beard as my therapist?
You can work with Charles Beard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Charles Beard work with international clients?
Yes, Charles Beard works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Charles Beard cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more adaptive behaviors and perspectives. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day coping challenges. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reshaping emotional responses within relationships by helping partners or family members express needs and rebuild connection; it can assist with intimacy issues, relationship conflict, and attachment concerns. The Gottman Method provides structured tools for couples to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen friendship and trust within the partnership.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Charles works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and he adapts strategies over time as needs evolve.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, accommodate different locations, and maintain continuity when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can deliver these approaches effectively through remote formats, allowing clients to access consistent, goal-oriented support from wherever they are.