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Charnelle Cook, LPC

Strengths-based counselor guiding practical change
  • Strengths-based focus
  • Person-centered autonomy
  • Flexible virtual sessions

About Charnelle Cook

Charnelle Cook is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with seven years of experience in private practice. She completed undergraduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University and earned a Master of Arts in Counseling from George Washington University in 2016. Her work is rooted in a strengths-based outlook that encourages people to notice and build on what is already going well in their lives while also addressing persistent challenges. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns as a step toward meaningful change.

Charnelle emphasizes client autonomy and uses a person-centered approach that lets each individual guide the pace and focus of their sessions. She helps people navigate stress, anxiety, mood concerns, relationship and family issues, trauma and grief, career transitions, and a variety of other concerns such as self-esteem, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Practical strategies and collaborative goal-setting are central to her work, with an eye toward achievable steps that fit each person’s life.

During typical daytime hours she aims to respond to messages within a few hours, and messages received after 6pm on Fridays are addressed on Monday morning. Prospective clients can book live sessions by visiting her schedule and selecting a convenient time. She looks forward to supporting individuals who are ready to engage in growth and healing.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCo-morbidityCodependencyDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Charnelle Cook have?

Charnelle Cook has seven years of experience in private practice.

Is Charnelle Cook a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she is licensed in Virginia as VA LPC 0701008728.

In which languages does Charnelle Cook provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Charnelle Cook located?

She is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Charnelle Cook as my therapist?

You can work with Charnelle Cook through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Charnelle Cook work with international clients?

Charnelle Cook does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Charnelle Cook 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 a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches for Online Growth and Practical Change



Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person in front of the therapist, encouraging self-direction and respect for each individual’s experience. It helps people who want space to explore feelings, identify values, and set their own goals while feeling heard and supported.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges because it offers concrete skills for managing symptoms and testing new ways of thinking.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental observation of thoughts and feelings, useful for stress reduction, emotional regulation, and coping with recurrent worry.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Charnelle will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as scheduling flexibility and easier access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow people to engage in therapy from convenient locations, maintain continuity during life transitions, and choose the communication style that best fits their comfort and daily routine.

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