Therapist profile
Ian Charnley, LPC, LMHP
South Dakota
Licensed counselor - Anger and relationships
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- CredentialsLPC, LMHP
- LicenseLPC, South Dakota / LPC20644; LMHP, Nebraska / 4207; LIMHP, Nebraska / 3947
- NPI1710277280
- Experience12 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationSouth Dakota
About
- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Client-centered work
About Ian
Ian Charnley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) practicing in South Dakota with 12 years of experience. He works with adults on problems like depression, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, parenting stress, and grief. Sessions are aimed at practical change rather than abstract theory. He also supports people dealing with trauma, identity questions, and work-related stress.
Ian uses clear, down-to-earth conversation to help people untangle stuck patterns. He draws on client-centered work to prioritize what matters most to the person in front of him. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance.
In session he focuses on specific, usable strategies - communication skills, impulse management, and problem-solving for everyday conflicts. He can help someone who snaps at partners, struggles with simmering resentment, or feels overwhelmed by workplace pressure. He also addresses issues like ADHD-related impulsivity, commitment concerns, and caregiver stress.
His approach balances practical tools with discussion of values and life direction. Motivational Interviewing techniques support people ready to make changes but unsure where to start. Narrative and existential ideas can help those who want to reframe their story or clarify what matters next.
Ian works in English and accepts international clients. He draws on a mix of approaches to match each person's goals and situation. To start, readers should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site's matching steps to schedule a first visit.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Ian commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people can state their priorities and make choices that matter to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete steps to shift unhelpful patterns.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills are practical tools that help when anger spikes, when impulsivity is a problem, or when relationships keep repeating the same painful cycles.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the process. He will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and daily life. That collaborative decision-making helps keep sessions focused on what will actually change things for the client.
The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, and keep progress consistent when life is busy. Others prefer a format that allows shorter check-ins or less screen time; discuss preferences during the matching step to arrange sessions that match your needs.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
South Dakota, Nebraska
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and parenting struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He blends client-centered listening with practical methods like CBT and DBT to teach skills for emotion regulation and better communication.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience working with adults on mood, relationship, and trauma-related issues.
Which credentials and region are listed?
He is an LPC and LMHP with credentialing noted as SD LPC and NE LMHP and practices from South Dakota.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current online and in-person options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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