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Ian Charnley, LPC, LMHP

Experienced counselor for stress and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship support
  • Trauma recovery

About Ian Charnley

Ian Charnley is a licensed therapist based in South Dakota with 12 years of clinical experience helping people navigate depression, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, and a wide range of life transitions. He holds LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor credential, and LMHP, a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner credential, and brings a steady, patient approach to supporting emotional healing and practical change.

His work emphasizes compassion and individualized care, creating a supportive space where clients can examine patterns, process difficult emotions like guilt or shame, and strengthen self-worth. Ian helps clients develop healthier coping strategies for workplace stress, parenting pressures, intimacy-related concerns, and identity questions, with attention to issues such as ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and grief.

Ian has particular experience assisting young adults and those facing complex mood or interpersonal struggles. He aims to empower people to build resilience, improve communication, and pursue meaningful personal growth. Ian works with individuals, couples, and families and offers therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and lifestyles.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Antisocial personalityCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ian Charnley have?

Ian Charnley has 12 years of experience.

Is Ian Charnley a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ian Charnley holds the credentials LPC and LMHP. License details are: SD LPC LPC20644, NE LMHP 4207.

In which languages does Ian Charnley provide therapy?

Ian Charnley provides therapy in English.

Where is Ian Charnley located?

Ian Charnley is located in South Dakota.

How can I work with Ian Charnley as my therapist?

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

Does Ian Charnley work with international clients?

Yes, Ian Charnley works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ian Charnley 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Ian Charnley uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize the individual's experience, offering empathetic listening and support so clients can explore values, identity, and self-esteem at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with impulsivity, intense emotions, and relationship conflicts.



Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Ian works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and may integrate elements from different methods to create a tailored plan that fits the client's life and priorities.



Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling, easier access from different locations, and continuity of care for people with busy lives or who live outside traditional service areas. These formats allow licensed professionals like Ian to deliver consistent, focused support while adapting to each client's communication style and availability.

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