Dara Charlton, LCSW
Depth-oriented support for lasting change
- Anxiety and stress support
- Relationship and communication skills
- Grief and life transitions
About Dara Charlton
Dara Charlton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oregon with 20 years of experience supporting adults through complex emotional and relational challenges. Her work is grounded in compassionate, depth-oriented therapy that helps clients navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship dynamics while moving toward meaningful personal growth.
She offers a holistic, individualized approach that can address a wide range of experiences, including workplace stress, life transitions, identity exploration, and healing from past trauma. Dara Charlton is especially focused on helping people strengthen self-understanding, build practical communication skills, and develop emotional resilience during periods of change.
In sessions, she aims to provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their inner experience, examine patterns that feel limiting, and practice greater self-compassion. Her intention is to help clients reconnect with their strengths and make choices that align more closely with the life they want to live.
She offers a holistic, individualized approach that can address a wide range of experiences, including workplace stress, life transitions, identity exploration, and healing from past trauma. Dara Charlton is especially focused on helping people strengthen self-understanding, build practical communication skills, and develop emotional resilience during periods of change.
In sessions, she aims to provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their inner experience, examine patterns that feel limiting, and practice greater self-compassion. Her intention is to help clients reconnect with their strengths and make choices that align more closely with the life they want to live.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dara Charlton have?
Dara Charlton has 20 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Dara Charlton a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dara Charlton is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). She is licensed in Oregon (OR LCSW L3826) and California (CA LCSW 20389).
In which languages does Dara Charlton provide therapy?
Dara Charlton provides therapy in English.
Where is Dara Charlton located?
Dara Charlton is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Dara Charlton as my therapist?
You can work with Dara Charlton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dara Charlton work with international clients?
No. Dara Charlton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dara Charlton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Dara Charlton draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in online therapy. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can clarify what they are feeling and what they want, which can be especially helpful during stress, grief, and major life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and then practice more workable alternatives. It is often used when anxiety, depression, and stress are getting in the way of daily life or relationships. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving communication, which can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or conflicts keep repeating.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dara Charlton works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped in the past, then tailors sessions to fit the client’s needs over time.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to stay consistent with therapy, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and get support in a format that feels comfortable.