Michelle Charness-Adams, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Michelle Charness-Adams

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Self Esteem Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Domestic Violence

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Couples Therapy

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Culturally Sensitive

Trauma Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michelle Charness-Adams

Dr. Charness is a former assistant district attorney specializing in prosecuting domestic violence, sexual assault, and rape cases. She holds a PsyD in clinical psychology with a focus on trauma, attachment theory, and affect regulation, as well as a Master’s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles. She has worked extensively with patients suffering from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse trauma. Additionally, Dr. Charness has a wealth of experience treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, suicidality, and self-harm. She incorporates multiple modalities in her sessions, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and somatic work. She effectively supports clients as they work through past trauma to find resolve and peace within themselves, which is crucial to individual mental health and functionality. Inclusivity and cultural sensitivity are of utmost importance to her. Dr. Charness has contributed to several books, including Voices of Pain, Voices of Hope, Students Speak About Racism, and Learning Through Discussion. Her most recent passion is her blog on Psychology Today (under law and crime), which explores the intersection of law and mental health. She focuses primarily on how legal rulings impact mental health, motive, trauma-informed interrogation and investigation—especially in domestic violence and sexual assault cases—and the failings of both the legal and mental health systems. Teaching about the realities of life inside the courtroom for victims of domestic violence or rape, whether to students or readers, is incredibly important to her.

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More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

University of California, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1376038117

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Michelle Charness-Adams work with?

Michelle Charness-Adams works with Grow Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michelle Charness-Adams?

Michelle Charness-Adams frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Michelle Charness-Adams on their profile.