Dr. Charles Graham, LMSW
Experienced LMSW helping practical change
Details
| Name | Dr. Charles Graham |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LMSW |
| Based in | Michigan |
| Licensed in | Michigan |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 20 |
About Charles
Dr. Charles Graham helps people who are worried about stress, anxiety, addiction, or changes in life. He offers a calm, accepting presence and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day.
He works in plain language and aims to make therapy straightforward and clear for busy families and individuals. Dr. Graham has 20 years of clinical experience and practices in Michigan.
He holds the LMSW credential, and he has worked in both public and personal settings.
Background and approach
He has supported people facing depression, trauma, substance use, relationship and identity concerns. His style is optimistic and nonjudgmental. He leans on collaborative conversation so people can name their values, set goals, and try small changes between sessions.
He adapts his approach to the issue at hand rather than using the same method for everyone. He uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe personal stories, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and build committed action, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. He also draws on client-centered and dialectical ideas when those fit the moment.
Sessions are focused on what matters most to each person: lowering distress, improving sleep or eating patterns, managing cravings, repairing relationships, or finding purpose. Practical skills, written reflections, and real-world experiments are common tools he offers. He aims to make progress feel measurable and understandable.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse among the things Charles works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Charles among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Charles directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Charles directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Narrative and Acceptance-Based Work Translate Online
Therapy with Dr. Graham often uses Narrative Therapy to help people look at the stories they tell about themselves. That approach helps when negative beliefs or a painful past feels stuck, and it can open the way to new perspectives and choices. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another common approach he uses; it focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings.He treats finding the right approach as a team effort. Early sessions look at your goals, what has helped before, and what feels doable. From there he suggests methods to try and adjusts the plan based on what works, so the work fits each person rather than the other way around.
Online sessions are provided by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to add flexibility. Video lets you work face to face when you want deeper conversation. Phone works well for simpler check-ins or when video bandwidth is an issue. Live chat and text messaging can fit short updates, homework check-ins, or times when typing feels easier. These options make it easier to schedule around work, caregiving, or travel while keeping the focus on practical steps and meaningful change.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and many life changes. Other areas include anger, grief, sleep and parenting challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is optimistic, accepting, and interactive. He focuses on clear goals, practical steps, and respectful conversation.
What is his background and experience?
He has 20 years of clinical experience working in public and personal settings. His work has included many common mental health and substance-related concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds the LMSW credential and practices in Michigan.
Can someone who speaks another language work with him?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with him?
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