Charles McBride (he/him), LPC

Charles McBride is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oregon with over 15 years of clinical experience working across residential and outpatient settings. He has served as a residential substance abuse treatment counselor and as an outpatient mental health counselor within an employee and family assistance program, supporting people with substance use concerns, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, questions about sexuality, and trauma experienced by first responders.

His counseling approach is warm and supportive, and he often uses a touch of humor to help build rapport. He treats each person with respect and compassion, meeting clients where they are on their life journeys. Charles holds a strong belief that clients are the experts on their own lives, and his role is to help them move toward their fullest potential.

Charles integrates cognitive-behavioral, rational-emotive, and client-centered methods to create individualized treatment plans. He emphasizes that lasting change often requires shifts in thinking alongside new behaviors, and he works collaboratively with clients to design strategies that fit their needs and goals. He welcomes the chance to begin that work with new clients and to tailor care to the particular challenges each person presents.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Charles commonly uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on building a trusting relationship and creating a safe space for clients to explore their concerns. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration and is useful for relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.

He also applies cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a structured method that helps clients identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and many daily coping challenges because it teaches practical skills and strategies.

For clients with traumatic memories, Charles incorporates EMDR, a therapy that supports processing distressing experiences and reducing their emotional intensity. EMDR can be helpful for trauma-related symptoms and for people who have not found relief through other approaches.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. As a licensed professional, he works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for accessibility and scheduling. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from home, phone sessions provide flexibility when video is not possible, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit clients who prefer shorter, frequent check-ins. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care even with busy or changing schedules.