Charles Elliott, MD, LCSW-C, LICSW

Maryland · 7 years in practice

Charles Elliott is a licensed clinician who combines medical training (MD) with social work credentials (LCSW-C, LICSW).

License and registration

LCSW-C, Maryland: 24268 · expires October 2027
LICSW, District of Columbia: LC200001514 · expires June 2027
NPI: 1750956330 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 7
Languages: English

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About Charles

Charles Elliott is a licensed clinician who combines medical training (MD) with social work credentials (LCSW-C, LICSW). He brings seven years of professional experience to sessions and focuses on practical help for stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. He aims to make the first step feel manageable for people who are nervous about starting therapy.

He creates a calm environment where clients can talk openly. Conversations center on what matters most to the person in front of him.

Background and approach

He listens without judgment and helps people sort through overwhelming feelings and decisions. Charles uses a mix of approaches to fit each person’s needs. He draws on existential thinking to look at life meaning and purpose.

He also uses client-centered methods to follow the client’s lead and cognitive behavioral tools to address unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions often focus on immediate problems like relationship struggles, communication difficulties, and handling stress at work or home. He supports work on guilt, forgiveness, self-esteem, and post-traumatic stress in simple, concrete ways.

Practical skills and clearer perspectives are frequent goals. People who prefer straightforward conversation and small, doable steps tend to fit well with his style. His Maryland practice reflects both clinical training and a focus on everyday concerns.

He encourages people to reach out when they feel ready to begin.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Charles names

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Online support

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice, and purpose. In online sessions this can mean talking through what matters most, clarifying values, and deciding on steps that align with a person's goals. It is useful for people wrestling with life direction, loss, or deep doubts.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client's lead. In remote sessions the therapist reflects back what the client says and helps them find their own answers. This approach helps when someone needs a nonjudgmental space to sort through feelings and decisions.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then try approaches that match those needs. Clients often adjust methods as they learn what works best for them and the therapist adapts along the way.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for fuller conversation and nonverbal cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter call is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit brief check-ins, quick skill practice, or when typing feels easier than talking. These options give flexibility to fit therapy into busy days and different routines.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Charles help with?

He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, depression, and trauma and abuse, along with related topics like communication problems and life purpose.

How would you describe his therapy style?

His style is straightforward and conversational. He listens, follows the client’s priorities, and uses practical exercises to address thoughts and behaviors.

What is his professional background?

He holds an MD and social work credentials (LCSW-C, LICSW) and has seven years of professional experience working with mental health concerns.

Where is he based and licensed?

He practices in Maryland and holds the listed credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW as provided in his profile.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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