Charlotte Anne Fess

Charlotte Anne Fess, a dedicated marriage and family therapist (LMFT), approaches therapy with immense compassion, professional expertise, and personal life experience. She works with individuals, couples, polycules, and families, addressing a variety of meaningful issues. Her areas of treatment encompass depression, anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, dual-diagnosis and substance use disorders, codependency, relationships, sexuality, intimacy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation. Recognizing that wellness and recovery are uniquely individual, Charlotte partners with clients to identify their priorities and desired treatment outcomes. She believes that personal experiences, values, and goals are central to the therapy process. Once these outcomes are established, Charlotte collaborates closely with her clients to help them achieve their aspirations, enhancing their overall well-being and infusing greater meaning into their lives. Understanding that therapy is an experiential journey, she employs a variety of effective tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, focused breathing exercises, guided imagery, and creative activities like art and writing, tailoring her approach to each individual's needs.