Charlotte Schafer, LPC
- CBT DBT ACT approaches
- Faith informed counseling
- Video phone and messaging
About Charlotte Schafer
Charlotte is experienced working with adults across the lifespan, including both women and men as well as older adults. Her practice is integrative by design, drawing on several evidence-informed methods to tailor care to each person’s needs. She often incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, acceptance and commitment practices, and mindfulness grounding skills into her work.
When clients prefer, Charlotte can weave Christian-informed counseling into sessions to support spiritual values alongside psychological goals. She aims to create a collaborative space that respects individual beliefs and life circumstances while helping clients develop practical coping skills and clearer paths forward.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Charlotte Schafer have?
Charlotte Schafer has 8 years of experience.
Is Charlotte Schafer a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - and her license is listed as VA LPC 0701009615.
In which languages does Charlotte Schafer provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Charlotte Schafer located?
She is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Charlotte Schafer as my therapist?
You can work with Charlotte Schafer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Charlotte Schafer work with international clients?
Charlotte Schafer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Charlotte Schafer 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. 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 Offered Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT encourages people to clarify what matters most to them and to take small, practical steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is often used for stress, anxiety, low mood, and navigating life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns by practicing new skills and testing assumptions in everyday life. It can be helpful for anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, and many common emotional challenges.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness through structured skills practice. It is useful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship difficulties.
Charlotte approaches treatment collaboratively, working with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life situation. She will help explore different techniques and adapt the plan as progress is made so the therapeutic approach evolves with the client's needs.
Online therapy with Charlotte is offered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible ways to engage. These options can make it easier to schedule sessions, maintain continuity during busy periods, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for skill practice and reflection.