- Client-centered approach
- Skill-building focus
- Mindfulness oriented
About Charity
Dr. Charity Rolfes is a Virginia-licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and relationship or intimacy concerns. She also addresses codependency, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, and challenges related to identity and self-esteem. Her approach aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can begin to make sense of difficult feelings and take steps forward.
Dr. Rolfes emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change. She aims to be compassionate and non-judgmental while listening for what matters most to each person. Sessions focus on understanding patterns, building practical skills, and making small shifts that add up over time.
She draws from several evidence-informed approaches, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, Jungian ideas, and mindfulness practices. These methods are blended to match a person’s needs rather than following one rigid plan. Expect a mix of talking, reflective exercises, and skill-building in sessions.
Her background includes long-term clinical work across a wide range of concerns, including chronic illness, attachment and abandonment issues, eating and body image struggles, and compassion fatigue. Dr. Rolfes notes experience with diverse identities and life circumstances, which she uses to inform how she tailors care.
People who reach out can expect focused, practical steps alongside deeper exploration of life patterns. Dr. Rolfes invites prospective clients to clarify goals and try approaches that fit their everyday life.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely and responding to what each person needs. It helps people feel heard and supports them in setting their own goals and making choices that fit their life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers practical exercises and tools to change unhelpful thinking and build new habits, useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for managing strong emotions and improving day-to-day coping. It includes attention to tolerating distress, regulating emotions, and improving communication.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which methods to try based on goals, preferences, and what feels useful in sessions. That process can include trying different techniques and adjusting as real-world needs change.
If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some approaches translate readily to remote sessions through guided exercises, skills practice, and focused conversation with a licensed professional.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Rolfes address?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, codependency, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and non-judgmental, with an emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, practical skills, and exploring patterns that shape behavior and feelings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of clinical experience working with a broad range of issues and life situations.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds the credential LCP and practices in Virginia.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Dr. Rolfes?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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