Charmaine Dees, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety
- Family relationships
- Self-esteem support
About Charmaine Dees
Charmaine creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be expressed honestly. She partners with clients to explore underlying patterns, identify practical steps forward, and develop coping strategies that fit each person’s life. Her approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration, making it easier for clients to take meaningful steps toward change.
Recognizing that beginning therapy can require courage, Charmaine affirms and supports those who make that first move. She draws on evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered techniques, adapting them to individual needs. As an LCSW, she brings clinical training and a focus on real-world solutions to help clients navigate relationship challenges, mood concerns, and transitions with greater clarity and resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Charmaine Dees have?
Charmaine Dees has 18 years of professional experience as a licensed social worker and therapist.
Is Charmaine Dees a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as NC LCSW C006785.
In which languages does Charmaine Dees provide therapy?
Charmaine provides therapy in English.
Where is Charmaine Dees located?
Charmaine is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Charmaine Dees as my therapist?
You can work with Charmaine through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Charmaine Dees work with international clients?
Yes, Charmaine works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Charmaine Dees cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Charmaine uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify values, accept difficult feelings, and take committed actions that align with what matters most. This approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where getting unstuck feels challenging.She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought patterns and to teach practical skills for managing mood and behavior. CBT is often helpful for depression, anxiety, and everyday stressors that respond to structured coping strategies.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Charmaine works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility to receive care by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit regular sessions into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options support consistent work on goals and allow therapists to adapt communication styles to what works best for each client.