Charles Spivey, LPC

Charles Spivey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 20 years of experience. He focuses on relationship and intimacy concerns, anger, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also addresses obsessions, compulsions, and seasonal affective disorder.

He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about their thoughts and feelings. Sessions are straightforward and focused on practical steps clients can try between meetings. The first conversations usually identify what matters most and what small changes might help.

Charles uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to guide sessions. With CBT he helps clients notice unhelpful thinking patterns and test new ways of thinking and behaving. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes concrete goals and quick strategies that can bring relief sooner.

Over two decades he has worked with many people facing mood and relationship struggles. He encourages active collaboration so clients set the pace and priorities. The therapist offers tools and feedback while clients decide what fits their life.

People who choose him can expect direct, practical conversations aimed at clearer thinking and improved day-to-day functioning. He supports clients through changes and helps them build habits that match their goals.

How CBT and solution-focused work online

Charles uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking and test small behavior changes. CBT sessions often include clear steps to try between meetings and focused practice aimed at improving mood and daily functioning. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on what the client wants to achieve and finds practical strategies that move toward those goals quickly.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work itself. The therapist collaborates with clients to decide whether CBT, solution-focused techniques, or a mix will best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Over the first few sessions he checks progress and adjusts the plan so it stays useful and realistic.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in fits a work break. Chat and messaging are useful for brief updates, written exercises, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options help people fit therapy into busy lives while working on concrete change and coping skills.