Charles Harney, LICSW
Associate Therapist
Licensed Addiction & Mental Health Specialist in DC and DMV Area
Professional Credentials
Licenses
- LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C - Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia
- Active in good standing across all jurisdictions
Specialized Training
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma treatment
- Motivational Interviewing for addiction recovery
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) certification
Education & Experience
- Master of Social Work (MSW) - University of Maryland
- Master of Public Administration (MPA) - University of Southern California
- 20+ years addiction therapy and recovery services
Clinical Specializations
Addiction & Recovery
- Substance abuse disorders
- Co-occurring mental health conditions
- Behavioral addictions and unhealthy coping mechanisms
- Recovery and relapse prevention
Mental Health Treatment
- Depression and anxiety disorders
- Trauma and PTSD using CPT
- Life transitions and adjustment disorders
- College-age mental health concerns
Relationship & Identity Support
- Couples therapy and relationship counseling
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Family dynamics and communication
- Identity development and exploration
Treatment Approach
Charles uses a straightforward, solution-focused approach combining evidence-based methods including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness exercises. He specializes in helping clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with destructive coping patterns.
"I believe in empowering clients to create positive and lasting change by addressing immediate difficulties while developing long-term wellness strategies."
Who Charles Helps
Young adults and college students
navigating academic stress and independence
Adults struggling with addiction
and co-occurring mental health disorders
Couples seeking relationship counseling
and communication improvement
LGBTQ+ individuals
needing affirming, culturally competent care
Anyone feeling stuck
and ready to develop healthier coping mechanisms
Services & Availability
Service Delivery
- Primary telehealth throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia
- Flexible scheduling for working professionals and students
Current Availability
- Accepting new patients for individual and couples therapy (on hold at moment)
- Specialized addiction treatment programs available
Ready to move from feeling stuck to finding balance?
Contact Charles to schedule your consultation