Charlotte Friend (she/her)

Howdy! I’m Charlotte, I’m a counseling student at The University of Houston-Clear Lake. My background as a Death Doula and in disability justice keeps me grounded in the importance of community, finding creative solutions, and making meaning out of our chaotic existence. I believe healing and insights can come from anywhere (memes, music, dancing, food, sports, anywhere) and my goal is to collaborate with clients to find what works best for you.

My approach includes: existential (What is the meaning I’m making of this experience?), feminist (What larger systems and structures are involved in this experience?), and person-centered (The client is the expert on their own experience). All three weave together, painting the full picture of you, your values, and your identity so that we can collaborate on realistic solutions, coping mechanisms, or whatever your therapeutic goals might be.

“An abnormal reaction to an abnormal situation is normal behavior.” – Viktor Frankl, existential psychologist

Whether you feel your circumstances are normal, abnormal, or anywhere in between, my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe in sharing how it’s impacting you in your daily life, and to support you in processing the emotions and expectations that often arise when our circumstances lead us to counseling. No emotion, experience, or reaction is off limits with me and I hope you feel the truth in that as we begin working together.

Friendly Facts About Me:

• My last name is actually Friend, like “I’m your friend.”
• Music and dancing are major parts of my own mental wellness routine.
• I love volunteering with Meals on Wheels as a delivery driver.
• Curse words and humor are welcome in session with me.
• If I’m not wearing compression socks and comfy shoes, I am either asleep or at a very fancy event.
• I am a Covid-aware therapist, taking precautions in my personal and professional life.