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Charlotte Schafer, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Charlotte 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 Charlotte. View 41 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia

Recent reviews

A blessing!

Reviewed December 2024

Charlotte helped me with my anger management. Before you start you wonder what can be done to help. She gave me great tools and made really good book recommendations. I'm a changed woman.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Charlotte

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I hold both, a Bachelors of Science degree in Christian counseling, and a Masters of Art , in professional counseling from Liberty University.

I performed my residency at Counseling Alliance of Virginia, in Charlottesville Virginia. I was with them three years before moving on to open my own small business.

I’m well skilled in working with individuals, both women and men, as well as, the elderly. My use of therapy is integrative, although I do have my favorites; which include, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness grounding skills. I am also equipped to give Christian-based counseling when desired, and enjoy weaving in faith-based counseling for a more holistic approach.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self esteem ADHD Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Abandonment Attachment issues Impulsivity Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Personality disorders Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

Charlotte Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689283624.

  • LPC · Virginia · 0701009615 · Expires June 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Charlotte Schafer

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

Overall rating:

5.0

41 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Listens Helpful Recommend Wonderful Understands Amazing Compassion Easy

A blessing!

Reviewed December 2024

Charlotte helped me with my anger management. Before you start you wonder what can be done to help. She gave me great tools and made really good book recommendations. I'm a changed woman.

Reviewed November 2024

I look forward to sessions with Charlotte.

Reviewed September 2024

Great

Reviewed April 2024

I was pretty nervous about seeking therapy (as it was my very first time.) I prayed to God asking and hoping that whoever was chosen to be my therapist was going to be someone HE wanted me to learn and seek council from …that was full of valuable life/spiritual/ biblical wisdom and could help me to better myself as a believer, wife, mother, friend, teacher, etc. I say all of that to say that God not only answered my prayer, He EXCEEDED my expectations with Charlotte. I don’t think she realizes just how much our sessions have drastically changed my life. She has been such a blessing in my life and I am just so very thankful for her.

Reviewed April 2024

She's so helpful and understanding

Reviewed March 2024

Charlotte Schafer has been my counselor for quite some time now, and when I first came to work with her, my mental health issues were very challenging for me. Thankfully, with Charlotte’s compassion, thorough approach and encouragement, I can now honestly say that my life has improved so much. She is knowledgeable, and has taught me many new skills and provided great resources to help guide me. Charlotte is an incredible counselor and she has truly been a blessing in my life.

Reviewed February 2024

Charlotte is an awesome, compassionate Therapist.

Reviewed February 2024

Charlotte is an amazing . She gives great advice and is such a good listener . You can tell she cares about her clients . She has helped me even more than I could have imagined .

Reviewed January 2024

Charlotte Schafer was just the therapist I needed. She was professional and at the same time kind, compassionate and used life experiences to clarify things. I loved how much of a good listener she was. I would highly recommend her for anxiety and depression.

Reviewed January 2024

Charlotte is an excellent therapist, and a godsend for me at this time in my life!

Reviewed December 2023

Charlotte is friendly, empathetic, knows what I'm talking about. Has good suggestions.

Reviewed December 2023

She is smart , she understands easily. She is to the point and she solves problem fast . She is willing to help . I gave her 10 out of 10

Reviewed November 2023

Love her! Gave me great coping skills!

Reviewed November 2023

With the life I live she helps tremendously.. especially with the fast response times

Reviewed September 2023

Charolotte is the best therapist, she listens without judgement. And I feel like I can be completely open with her. She makes me feel confident in myself and how to cope with things that are bothering me. I highly recommend her! She’s helped me a lot!

Reviewed September 2023

Charlotte is inspirational. She understands what I need and will often send me messages of encouragement between our sessions. She cares about me and my life journey.

Reviewed June 2023

Charlotte has been so helpful at walking me thru my troubles. I really appreciate her gentle approach to supporting my depression and grief.

Reviewed May 2023

I like the text messages and the lead questions she goes into. She makes conversations enjoyable while making you feel comfortable to share. I never had a therapist, but she is so nice and kind, in my opinion :)

Reviewed May 2023

Charlotte is amazing. She is everything I ever wanted in a therapist and more.

Reviewed May 2023

My initial session with Charlotte was great. One thing I noticed right off the bat is that Charlotte is really easy to talk to. She has a very easy going and warm demeanor that makes confiding in her like talking to your best friend. I really like Charlotte. She is calm, warm, and caring. Her ability to listen without judgment and relate it to other real life examples, really helped me feel heard, and supported. I would recommend her for sure!!!

Reviewed April 2023

Ms Charlotte is a wonderful counselor. She listens to my concerns, asks questions and gives me study guides to help during the week. Unlike other counselors, Ms Charlotte genuinely cares.

Reviewed March 2023

Charlotte is very kind and I’m very happy with the advice she has given me so far.

Reviewed January 2023

Charlotte is extremely helpful in that she listens, challenges and offers many resources during our sessions. I am very happy that I was matched with her!

Reviewed December 2022

She has been a wonderful therapist and I’m very thankful to have her help through this experience.

Reviewed November 2022

Charlotte is very compassionate, understanding and thorough in her advice. I recommend her services to anyone who is struggling with their mental health.

Reviewed November 2022

Highly recommended

Reviewed August 2022

Down to earth and very insightful.

Reviewed August 2022

She is God sent .

Reviewed August 2022

She truly cares and reaches out between sessions to check in.

Reviewed August 2022

Charlotte is wonderful. She takes the time to listen to what I have to say and goes out of her way to help and support me via our messaging, our live sessions, responding to my messages in a timely manner, recommending various books and movies and more, etc...

Reviewed June 2022

She's Awesome. I strongly recommend her to anyone who needs a great therapist.

Reviewed June 2022

She helped me immensely!

Reviewed June 2022

Charlotte is the only online therapist who really listens and responds quickly and one of the few I've had (of the many) who responds with compassion but also helpful guidance.

Reviewed June 2022

Charlotte is kind and experienced counselor.

Reviewed June 2022

She listens to my needs and gives good advice.

Reviewed May 2022

Charlotte is such a wonderful, kind, supportive therapist. She has helped me overcome obstacles that I never thought I could. I really enjoy working with her!

Reviewed May 2022

She is very supportive and understands completely what you are going through.

Reviewed March 2022

Charlotte is kind, helpful, and insightful. I appreciate her feedback and support.

Reviewed January 2022

Very pleased with her

Reviewed January 2022

Charlotte listens to what you have to say and offers advice and also recommends books, videos, and other resources to work on before our meetings. She also checks in on me with texts to see how I'm doing

Reviewed December 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Charlotte Schafer offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Charlotte Schafer 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 Charlotte Schafer speak?

Charlotte Schafer speaks English.

How many years of experience does Charlotte Schafer have?

Charlotte Schafer has 8 years of experience.

Where is Charlotte Schafer licensed to practice?

Charlotte Schafer is licensed to practice in Virginia.

Does Charlotte Schafer accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Charlotte Schafer 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 Charlotte Schafer offer?

Charlotte Schafer offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Charlotte Schafer?

Charlotte Schafer 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 Charlotte Schafer?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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