I am licensed in Alabama and Georgia with 9 years of professional work experience. I am an Army veteran. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & intimacy related issues. I am the author of "Losing Myself, Funding Me: The journey of survival, strength, and the courage to embrace your authentic self." I have a Masters in Counseling, Psychology and a PsyD in Grief Counseling. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
10 yrs in practice
Compassion fatigue
Additional areas of focus:Stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Multicultural concerns, Self-love, Women's issues
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I feel safe and supported by my therapist. She listens, responds in a timely manner, and has great insights. And, when I expressed concern over a specific dynamic I'd noticed, sent worksheets for me to complete on my own time to discuss at a later date.
Written on Jul 01, 2026 after therapy with Charlar for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I have loved my time with Charlar. She has, for years, been available to help me through it all. She is lovely, kind, and very wise.
Written on Apr 18, 2026 after therapy with Charlar for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Was very anxious to start therapy. Didn’t think in person was were I was at yet.
Having the ability to text,call, or video for my appointments has made it so much easier!
Written on Apr 03, 2026 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She is an amazing therapist who listens to you and doesn’t judge at all. She makes you come to your own conclusions and then offers advice.
Written on Mar 07, 2026 after therapy with Charlar for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Charlar is always on time and offers great insights during our session. She helps me to realize how capable I am and to work through my stress
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
She has been amazing and the highlight of my week really feel heard and cared for
Written on Jul 02, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, a
Good listener.
Written on May 07, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 9 months on issues concerning compassion fatigue
Charlar was great it was only my first session but she listened to everything and commented on things when she needed to. I am looking forward to breaking down everything and working on things with her.
Written on Feb 10, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have been to therapy before and have dealt with multiple therapist and though they did help me; Charlar has been the absolute best therapist I’ve had. She listens, is respectful, adapts to the style of therapy that best suites me and most importantly always tells me the truth. She gives very solid advice and genuinely wants to see the best from you.
Written on Jan 30, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
It's still early into the therapy but I'm digging it
Written on Jan 09, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Straight talk. No chaser. I'm able to just flow, be open, and simply just be me with her. I strongly recommend her for therapy.
Written on Jan 05, 2025 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Charlar is a compassionate and engaged therapist. I appreciate her pragmatic and flexible approach, and felt listened to and supported in every session.
Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Charlar is a fantastic listener and gives great advice and guidance to help me with the concerns I have. She gives me workbooks to help me pin down my emotions and work through troubleshooting my current issues as well as book recommendations so i can find even more ways to train my brain when im not in a counseling session. She is helping me build my confidence and helping me care for myself and love myself
Written on Dec 01, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Amazing! Great experience
Written on Nov 17, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and career difficulties
I’ve only had 2 sessions with Charlar so far and already feel my life shifting in a positive direction! Highly recommend her!
Written on Oct 27, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Charlatan is exactly what I was looking for in a therapist. She’s quick to listen and check in at even the slightest hint of an issue. However, she’s not afraid to deliver the message I need to hear.
Written on Oct 25, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Charlar is sweet, supportive, kind and, picked up on my sense of humor at tough situations She went along with it which, ended our last sessions with a smile. Grateful for this lady!
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Is very professional and has a calming voice.
Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues
Very helpful!
Written on Oct 08, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I info dumped and she knew precisely when and what to stay. Providing just the right amount of engaging feedback creating an environment fertile for new growth and thought-provoking learning on both sides, completely oblivious to time. Ferther more her keen observation indictive of her military background.
Written on Oct 05, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I have tried many counselors before and have always been slightly disappointed in their level of awareness, knowledge, horizont and approach to counseling. I felt the counselors were a bit overwhelmed with my situation too as I am looking for clear, rational, approachable solutions and not a pat on the back or going in circles, whining about my situation. When I was ready to give up and fix things myself I found Ms Barnes. The Sessions with Ms Barnes are extremely helpful and I feel she understands where I stand. She has a high level of awareness and has a very positive attitude towards solutions and changing the perspective. She is efficient in her approach, listens and tackles the subject in a rational way which is so refreshing and I love it. I am not a person who enjoys going in circles, so I feel she is a solution oriented person. I respect that a lot as I felt heard and my time is respected. Before I felt that my investment and the weeks of counseling were completely wasted. After all the frustration of not being able to move forward I am happy to talk to a person who has a good IQ and EQ and is not only sitting there waiting until the time is over and trying to push the "solution" to the next and the next and the next session as some do it )) I might say that I can sense genuine interest, and I feel Ms Barnes is genuine and committed to her work. Cudos to Ms Barnes, and I think my subject is not for the light-hearted either, so big big thanks for looking at me with clear eyes and a clear mind. Thank you!!
Written on Sep 30, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thank you for doing such a great job working with me
Written on Sep 21, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 4 months
She is very understanding of issues faced by people in executive roles or what most consider high level positions.
Written on Sep 15, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 months
Very happy with this format and being able to talk to such a wonderful professional that is very understandable.
Written on Sep 11, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Great all-around love the experience so far and has helped me a lot
Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Ms. Barnes is wonderful and very knowledgeable. She sends me messages just to check on me and it always seems to be right when I need it.
Written on Jul 16, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Charlar is exactly what i needed as a therapist. She’s understanding and helps me when im not in the greatest mindset, and she really listens to everything i have to say and has feedback on everything. Shes fair and reasonable.
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
Charlar is the best!
Written on Jun 20, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and
Attentive, smart, patient, and focused--she rocks.
Written on Jun 14, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Written on May 30, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Charlar listened, asked great questions and really help me resolve my reason for connecting with a therapist.
Written on May 22, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 1 month on issues concerning coaching
She is easy to talk to and provides great tools to help outside of the therapy sessions. It’s the homework that she gives to aid you in the right direction! She is straightforward while giving new perspectives to tackle challenges.
Written on Apr 05, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I could not have found a more understanding therapist. I get so much more than I ever thought I would out of our sessions.
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and bipolar disorder
Very kind and beautiful listener. Very effective and direct simple advice. Thank you
Written on Mar 28, 2024 after therapy with Charlar for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
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