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Charles Tyson, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Charles is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Charles. View 18 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and 1 more

Recent reviews

charles is a great therapist ! they helped me through a very difficult time and provided the space for me to process years of trauma in just a few months. they are a very kind and understanding therapist with a great perspective to offer!

Reviewed June 2021

Charles is very concise during sessions . Shows empathy and is very respectable

Reviewed May 2022

More about Charles

  • 6 years' experience
  • Non-binary
  • LCSW, LICSW

Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a black, gender non-binary Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have a personal stake and insight into the work I do. As you are aware, we are living in unprecedented times. My clinical practice aims to empower and heal individuals, families & communities through therapy, consulting, case management, training, & community outreach.

Since graduating with my Master's in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania in 2013, I have worked with folks across a wide array of presenting concerns, including managing symptoms of anxiety, mood dysregulation, and depression, healing with/from trauma, managing grief and loss, recovery from substance abuse and addiction, chronic illness, & LGBT issues. I work with clients at every stage of development in 1:1, couples, and family sessions. The feedback I receive from clients is that they find me to be innovative, caring and nonjudgmental, and they appreciate that I am responsive, honest and direct with them. You can expect me to walk with you through whatever difficulties you are facing and help you learn more about yourself and the way you interact with the world.

When we work together, I will tailor my approach to meet your needs and help you reach your goals. If you feel as though challenges are interfering with your sense of happiness and ability to function to your fullest potential, or if you are ready to alter your current life path, then I am available and able to assist you on your journey towards recovery. I can interact with you in whatever manner you are most comfortable. I find it helpful to participate in video sessions so that we can get to know each other better. But I am also available to you via phone and text if that is more comfortable for you.

I know how hard it can be to find a counselor who you feel a connection with and I would be honored to work with you through this stage of your life.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Mood disorders Paranoia Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Trichotillomania Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Charles Tyson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245879774.

  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW020993 · Expires February 2025
  • LICSW · Massachusetts · 124577 · Expires October 2026
  • LICSW · Minnesota · 30273 · Expires October 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Charles Tyson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

18 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Helpful Amazing Fantastic Grateful Understanding Anxiety Caring Comfortable

charles is a great therapist ! they helped me through a very difficult time and provided the space for me to process years of trauma in just a few months. they are a very kind and understanding therapist with a great perspective to offer!

Reviewed June 2021

Charles is very concise during sessions . Shows empathy and is very respectable

Reviewed May 2022

Charles is a fantastic therapist! I’m so grateful that I found Charles . I’m not leaving! Charles has helped me beyond measure.

Reviewed July 2021

Charles has been very helpful in a very confusing part of my life. Their thoughtful and gentle approach has helped me find a way to frame what I've been trying to process for a while, and I'm very glad to have matched with them through BetterHelp.

Reviewed June 2021

Charles has been amazing so far, best therapist ive ever had.

Reviewed March 2021

I Feel better knowing that Charles is on my side and I have someone to help me through my anxiety.

Reviewed November 2020

I wasn’t sure what to expect as I have never done counselling online before , but Charles made me feel very comfortable and at ease during our video sessions, He’s a great listener, I feel safe discussing difficult subjects , he always has a great activities to help me dealing with problems and get better understanding of myself Many thanks Charles

Reviewed November 2020

I went through one of the hardest experiences of my life since starting therapy with Tyson and if it wasn’t for our insightful early sessions, I wouldn’t have known that I was being gaslit by my partner understood where my personal issues stemmed from. In a sense Tyson helped me emotionally prepare leaving my ex by helping me identify my core beliefs and values, by highlighting how important it is to continually work on my self-esteem and identifying relevant coping strategies. I had the tools and I made a life-changing decision; that on its own is something I am really grateful for. If you’re looking for someone that is patient, empathetic, resourceful and non-judgmental, Tyson’s the way to go!

Reviewed November 2020

Charles is such a nice person who is well suited to being in this job, so bubbly and positive when i need it. Xxxx

Reviewed September 2020

Working with Charles has been an incredible experience. I've been in therapy before but I have never felt so welcomed and I have certainly not made as much progress as I have with Charles. With their guidance, I've been able to face issues I had never addressed before and they provided me with a lot of insight and "tools" to understand my emotions and where they are coming from

Reviewed August 2020

A very warm hearted therapist, who has a nice mix of theory and lived experience. This is characterized in the level of comfort you feel when unpacking difficult situations. This level of care on a virtual platform can be quite rare.

Reviewed July 2020

Charles was lovely to work with the whole time I used BetterHelp. He's sensitive, helpful, and just genuine good vibes! Would love to work with again.

Reviewed July 2020

I feel supported and on the path to discovering the "whys" so I can begin working on the acceptance or solutions to improving my life.

Reviewed June 2020

Charles has been amazing in that he immediately understood my issues and addressed them appropriately right away.

Reviewed June 2020

I've had two sessions with Charles, and I think he's really supportive. He'd listen to me and explore my feelings and the underlying reasons with me. He'd also send me worksheets and other materials to help me learn more about myself and my past experiences - I find it really helpful! I decided to extend my subscription because of the fact that I think working with him would be helpful and would allow me to learn more about myself. Thank you Charles!

Reviewed June 2020

Charles is fantastic at what he does. He takes a real interest and care in crafting tools that help your specific needs, and has helped set me on a new path.

Reviewed June 2020

So far I have enjoyed the concepts being taught and I believe they are extremely valuable.

Reviewed May 2020

I met via phone with Charles once. I felt heard, validated, and respected. I can’t recommend Charles enough as a caring, professional therapist.

Reviewed May 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Charles Tyson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Charles Tyson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Charles Tyson speak?

Charles Tyson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Charles Tyson have?

Charles Tyson has 6 years of experience.

Where is Charles Tyson licensed to practice?

Charles Tyson is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Minnesota.

Does Charles Tyson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Charles Tyson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Charles Tyson offer?

Charles Tyson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Charles Tyson?

Charles Tyson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Charles Tyson?

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