Dara Charlton, LCSW
Depth-oriented support for change and resilience
- Holistic individualized care
- Relationships grief anxiety
- Transitions self understanding growth
About Dara Charlton
Dara Charlton, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in Oregon with 20 years of experience supporting adults through complex emotional and relational challenges. Her work focuses on helping people navigate concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship dynamics, and personal growth, with an emphasis on compassionate, depth-oriented care that supports meaningful change over time.
She offers a holistic, individualized approach that can meet a wide range of life circumstances, including workplace stress, relationship struggles, identity exploration, and healing from past trauma. Dara is especially committed to helping clients move through periods of transition by strengthening self-understanding, building communication skills, and developing greater emotional resilience.
In sessions, Dara aims to provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their inner experiences, question limiting beliefs, and practice self-compassion. Her goal is to help each person reconnect with personal strengths and take practical steps toward the life they want to create.
She offers a holistic, individualized approach that can meet a wide range of life circumstances, including workplace stress, relationship struggles, identity exploration, and healing from past trauma. Dara is especially committed to helping clients move through periods of transition by strengthening self-understanding, building communication skills, and developing greater emotional resilience.
In sessions, Dara aims to provide a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their inner experiences, question limiting beliefs, and practice self-compassion. Her goal is to help each person reconnect with personal strengths and take practical steps toward the life they want to create.
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 working 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, allowing you to choose the format that best fits your schedule and communication style.
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 based 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 to 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 integrates evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental relationship where clients can explore emotions and experiences at their own pace, which can be especially helpful during life transitions, grief, and periods of self-doubt.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, then practice new ways of responding to stressors. It is often used to build practical coping skills for anxiety, depression, and day-to-day overwhelm. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, supporting clients who want clearer strategies for navigating intense emotions and relationship patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dara works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, identify what is getting in the way, and choose strategies that fit their preferences and current needs, adjusting as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule while still maintaining continuity and momentum between sessions.