Charlie Bassett, BACP
- Person-centered care
- CBT and schema work
- Video and messaging
About Charlie Bassett
His practice emphasizes an empathic, person-centered stance that values unconditional acceptance and deep listening as the foundation for change. Alongside that core stance he uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop evidence-informed strategies for managing symptoms and making meaningful changes. He also draws on schema-focused ideas to examine long-standing patterns and core beliefs that influence relationship dynamics and self-definition.
Charlie has worked across settings with children, adolescents, adults, and court-referred populations, including programs for behavioral and emotional difficulties, drug court and community sentencing, and a domestic violence intervention program. He has held roles such as clinical director of a private counselling agency in Oklahoma and has experience in hospital-based adolescent care and adult intensive outpatient treatment. He was a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Oklahoma and is now a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP), which denotes professional membership in the UK.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Charlie Bassett have?
Charlie Bassett has 25 years of clinical experience working with individuals across a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, addiction, trauma, and adolescent services.
Is Charlie Bassett a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP), a professional registration in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Charlie Bassett provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Charlie Bassett located?
Charlie Bassett is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Charlie Bassett as my therapist?
You can work with Charlie Bassett through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Charlie Bassett work with international clients?
Charlie Bassett does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Charlie Bassett 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 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 and Online Support
Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist offers empathy and unconditional acceptance to help people explore their feelings and values. This approach is useful for building self-awareness, strengthening self-esteem, and navigating relationship or identity concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns and then learn practical skills to change them. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and coping with life transitions because it emphasizes tools that can be practiced between sessions.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, supports people in clarifying their values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or emotions arise. It is helpful for managing avoidance, increasing psychological flexibility, and aligning daily choices with what matters most.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the work over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity when schedules or locations change, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for the individual. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured, effective treatment while supporting each person’s unique journey.