Charles McBride (he/him)

Charles McBride is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Oregon with 15 years of experience helping people who struggle with anger, stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He brings a direct and compassionate approach and aims to help people change patterns that no longer work for them. Charles speaks plainly and uses a warm style that includes some humor when appropriate to ease tension.

He has worked in residential substance abuse treatment and in outpatient mental health settings, including employee and family assistance programs. That background means he is familiar with addiction, trauma, sexuality, and workplace-related stress. He has also spent time supporting first responders after traumatic events.

Charles believes the client is the expert on their life. He focuses on helping people decide what to change and then shaping how they think so new behaviors can stick. Sessions emphasize practical steps and real-world skills rather than abstract theory.

His approach blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral methods and solution-focused strategies. He also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, for people who have trauma-related symptoms tied to past events.

People who choose him can expect a collaborative plan tailored to their needs. He aims for clear goals and checkable progress so change feels achievable. He welcomes questions and will help map a path forward at the start of work together.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s perspective. The therapist reflects what people say and supports them in finding their own answers. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and a calm space to sort their thoughts.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts shape behavior. Sessions usually include identifying unhelpful thinking, testing new behaviors, and practicing skills between meetings. CBT is useful for anger, anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems.

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is used for processing distress tied to past events. It involves recalling memories while using specific bilateral stimulation to reduce emotional intensity, and can help with trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Then he and the client will choose methods that fit the situation and adjust the plan as progress is tracked.

Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, since this profile does not list specific delivery methods. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find that remote sessions let them maintain momentum between appointments and practice skills in day-to-day settings.