Charles Mortensen, MFT Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families

Professional Statement

My name is Charles and I have been practicing therapy for over ten years. My approach is cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, and solution oriented. In our work together, I help clients identify their strengths, even if they feel like they don't have any, and utilize them to overcome any barrier. I believe that changing an aspect of your life takes practice, and I provide the space to do just that. I have worked with adults, teens, and young children who experience depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and anger issues. Currently, many of my clients include families and couples who are going through a transition and need help managing stress and anxiety. I specialize in parenting and couples work; aiding couples in communication skills, improving personal coping skills, and learning parenting strategies. I am trained in anger management, developing behavioral plans to reduce unwanted behaviors, MAP, MST, and TFCBT. I often work with divorced couples who would like to create healthy co-parenting relationships. I believe that faith can be very powerful in the journey to healing and help clients incorporate their religious beliefs into our work if they desire to do so. I truly enjoy helping people meet their goals and find ways of decreasing their pain and I'd love to help you.

Education

MS in Marriage and Family Therapy - California State University Northridge
BA in Psychology - California State University Northridge

Insurances Accepted

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health Strategies
Carelon Behavioral Health, Inc
Cigna
ComPsych
HEALTH NET
Holman Group
KAISER
Magellan
SHARP
United Behavioral Health
VHP
WELLFLEET