He is an excellent fit for me and had a very relaxed approach to therapy that really made me feal at ease, helping me to be vulnerable and share without fear of judgment. Charles is excellent at helping meet my mental health needs where I am at, adjusting his approach to my struggles at the time. He is always friendly and good humored. I would greatly recommend Charles to anyone, as I always leave my sessions better than I came in and the skills/techniques he teaches are able to directly benefit my life when I apply them.
Charles Bugh, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Charles is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Charles. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Indiana
Recent reviews
Great fit. Would recommend in a heartbeat.
More about Charles
- 29 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
I am a LMHC and LCAC with over 25 years experience in mental health and addiction issues. I am familiar with the 12 step model for recovery and generally use a CBT based approach to other clinical issues. In my work experience I have also been active in emergency medicine and an EMT-A and wilderness/swift water rescue along with HAM radio, including weather spotting and ARES work. In the 20+ years of work as a counselor, I have dealt with a variety of issues and treated indviduals with a long list of mental health issues. I tend to utilize a CBT model of therapy, but am not adverse to other modalities of treatment including 12 step, Motivational interviewing and CISM interventions.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Isolation / loneliness
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Charles Bugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073788758.
- LMHC · Indiana · 39000805A · Expires April 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Charles Bugh
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
He is an excellent fit for me and had a very relaxed approach to therapy that really made me feal at ease, helping me to be vulnerable and share without fear of judgment. Charles is excellent at helping meet my mental health needs where I am at, adjusting his approach to my struggles at the time. He is always friendly and good humored. I would greatly recommend Charles to anyone, as I always leave my sessions better than I came in and the skills/techniques he teaches are able to directly benefit my life when I apply them.
Great fit. Would recommend in a heartbeat.
He's amazing
I love working with Charles Bugh (Randy). He is funny and calming and an all around great therapist.
Charles has been extremely helpful in the short time we have worked together. He is an excellent listener and has provided me tools specific to me that have already been a huge help.
Very easy to talk to. Super nice guy.
I didn't know I could benefit from therapy, but Charles is exactly the kind of therapist I needed.
Great guy, ive only had 3 appointments with him so far but everyone he has been caring and listens well. I am excited to see where things lead. Really excited for him to help unlock the person inside of me that doesn’t seem to want to come out.
Frequently asked questions
Does Charles Bugh offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Charles Bugh works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Charles Bugh speak?
Charles Bugh speaks English.
How many years of experience does Charles Bugh have?
Charles Bugh has 29 years of experience.
Where is Charles Bugh licensed to practice?
Charles Bugh is licensed to practice in Indiana.
Does Charles Bugh accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Charles Bugh does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Charles Bugh offer?
Charles Bugh offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Charles Bugh?
Charles Bugh can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Charles Bugh?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.