Therapist profile
Charles May, LCSW
Texas
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Addictions
Continue with CharlesKey details
- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Texas / 105046
- NPI1699521641
- Experience3 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationTexas
About
- Anger management skills
- CBT and client-centered
- Motivational interviewing
About Charles
Charles May is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with three years of clinical experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, grief, and low self-esteem. He also works with mood disorders, bipolar conditions, panic attacks, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.
Charles uses straightforward conversation and practical tools. He centers sessions on what the person brings and adjusts the approach to the presenting problem. Expect a mix of talking through patterns and learning specific skills to reduce reactivity and improve mood.
He draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. That means sessions can include reflection on what matters most to the client, experiments to test unhelpful thoughts, motivational work around change, and attention to traumatic experiences when relevant.
Charles frames progress as step-by-step work. Early meetings focus on clarifying immediate concerns and practical coping strategies. Later sessions add skills for long-term regulation, relapse prevention for substance issues, or processing of difficult memories when the client is ready.
People who come for help with anger often want clearer boundaries, fewer reactive moments, and better ways to communicate. Charles offers direct feedback, structured exercises, and goal-focused planning to reduce escalation and rebuild strained relationships.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. In practice this means the therapist helps clarify priorities and supports clients in deciding what to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks patterns into thoughts, feelings, and actions and then tests small behavior experiments to reduce reactivity and anxiety. Motivational Interviewing concentrates on building the motivation to make changes around substance use or other habits by exploring ambivalence.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Charles will collaborate with the client to choose which methods fit their goals and comfort level. That choice can shift over time as progress is made or new issues arise, and sessions can mix styles to match immediate needs.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow focused check-ins that target particular problems like anger flare-ups or relapse prevention. They also permit flexible pacing - shorter check-ins or full sessions depending on the day - so therapy can be integrated into everyday life without needing a large schedule change.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Will he help with anger at work?
Yes. He supports people dealing with snapping, frustration, and workplace reactivity using practical strategies to reduce escalation.
What style of therapy does he use?
He blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, focusing on clear conversation and skill practice.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience as an LCSW practicing in Texas.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He holds an LCSW credential in Texas as stated in his profile.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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