Charlie Johnson, LCSW - Therapist in Utah

Sleep and rest support
Skills for emotion regulation
Practical parenting help

About Charlie

Charlie Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Utah who helps people facing stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and addiction. He also supports those coping with trauma, mood disorders, parenting strain, and questions around identity and intimacy. His style is straightforward and practical, aimed at making daily life feel more manageable.

He brings 11 years of experience as a social worker in public systems. That work included time with drug court, juvenile courts, and juvenile justice services. Those roles shaped his approach to challenging behaviors and complex life situations.

In sessions he uses clear, evidence-informed methods. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach skills for managing thoughts, emotions, and behavior. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based ideas to help people build values-based lives and safer relationships.

Charlie values a client-centered way of working. He listens first, then offers practical tools and small experiments people can try between sessions. Parents often get focused strategies for sleep, routines, and handling big emotions at home.

Charlie earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Weber State University and a master’s degree in Forensic Social Work from the University of Utah. He holds a Utah LCSW credential and draws on his public-sector background to support people dealing with legal, school, or community stressors.

How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and take actions that match their values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and problems that interfere with sleep and daily routines. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going, and it often includes concrete strategies for improving sleep and mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better communication, which can help with anger, intense moods, and relationship issues.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to the client's goals, try out methods, and adjust based on what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which strategies to prioritize and when to shift course.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into a busy life, such as shorter check-ins during a break, or avoiding travel time on a workday. It also allows people to practice skills between sessions in their everyday settings, and to bring real-life sleep or routine challenges into the conversation for focused problem-solving.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Utah

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Charlie commonly address?

He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, sleep problems, parenting stress, and identity-related questions.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions tend to be practical and client-centered, focusing on skill-building, short experiments, and clear steps people can try between meetings.

What background does he bring to therapy?

He has 11 years of social work experience in public systems, including work with drug court and juvenile courts, which informs his approach to complex behavioral issues.

What are his credentials and location?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as UT LCSW, and practices from Utah.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.