Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
How Charles works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCMHC
- Licensed in
- North Carolina
- Years in practice
- 11
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Charles
Charles "Matt" Cox is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina. He has 11 years of experience helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, anger, trauma, and other overlapping concerns. He speaks English and offers sessions by video, phone, chat, or text.
He favors a straightforward, client-centered style. That means sessions focus on what matters most to the person in front of him.
Background and approach
He listens, asks practical questions, and helps clients set realistic goals they can act on between sessions. Cox also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replaces them with more productive patterns. He applies Motivational Interviewing when people are weighing change, particularly around substance use or lifestyle shifts.
He has particular experience with co-occurring disorders, addiction, mood challenges, grief, parenting strain, and issues around identity and sexuality. He also supports people with challenges linked to traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are offered in several formats to fit different schedules.
People can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging. His approach is flexible and tailored to each person’s needs so the work fits real life.
What Charles works with
Everything Charles lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Charles's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Co-morbidity
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- Men's issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Traumatic brain injury
Approaches Charles lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person and their goals. The therapist follows the client’s pace, reflects what they say, and helps them decide what matters most. This approach is useful when someone needs a listening space and clear personal goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions influence each other. Sessions identify unhelpful patterns and teach practical steps to change them, which can help with anxiety, depression, anger, and coping with life changes. Motivational Interviewing supports people who are unsure about change by exploring values and building internal motivation, often used around substance use or lifestyle decisions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and preferences and try methods that fit. Adjustments are made as progress and challenges become clearer, so the plan stays practical and goal-focused.
Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. Video is good for deeper conversation and visual cues. Phone works well when bandwidth is limited or a break at work is needed. Chat or text can be a shorter check-in or a way to keep momentum between longer sessions. These formats make scheduling easier and let people access care from different locations.
Questions people ask about Charles
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, grief, and related challenges.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and client-centered. He listens first, helps set goals, and uses techniques like CBT and Motivational Interviewing to make change manageable.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including co-occurring disorders and substance use issues.
What are his credentials and location?
He holds the LCMHC credential and practices in North Carolina.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
People can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.