Charles Harney, LICSW
Associate Therapist | Licensed Addiction & Mental Health Specialist in DC, Maryland, and Virginia
Professional Credentials
Licenses
LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C — Licensed in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Active and 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 of experience in addiction therapy and recovery services.
Clinical Specializations
Addiction & Recovery
Substance abuse disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, behavioral addictions and unhealthy coping mechanisms, and recovery and relapse prevention.
Mental Health Treatment
Depression and anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD treatment using Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), life transitions and adjustment disorders, and college-age mental health concerns.
Relationship & Identity Support
Couples therapy and relationship counseling, LGBTQ+ affirming care, family dynamics and communication, and identity development and exploration.
Treatment Approach
Charles uses a direct, 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
Charles works with 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 and culturally competent care, and anyone feeling stuck and ready to develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Services & Availability
Charles provides primary telehealth services throughout Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia with flexible scheduling for working professionals and students.
Current availability: Individual and couples therapy — currently on hold for new patients. Please contact the practice for waitlist information.
Interested in Working With Charles?
Contact District Counseling and Psychotherapy for availability and waitlist information.
District Counseling and Psychotherapy
2001 L Street NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20036
About the Practice
Charles Harney is an Associate Therapist at District Counseling and Psychotherapy at Joseph LaFleur and Associates. The practice is led by Clinical Director Joseph W. LaFleur Jr., LICSW, MBA, SEP, C-PATP. Associate therapists practice under clinical supervision and bring their own expertise and therapeutic style to the practice’s commitment to affirming, evidence-based care. To learn more, visit Joseph LaFleur’s profile or our Patient Safety page.