“I Want to Eradicate Anxiety”

Anxiety is America’s #1 epidemic, and no one seems to be able to define it. While most can talk about symptoms, how can an individual fix something or remove it when they don’t really know what it is they are trying to repair?  When I help you clearly define and provide you with a clear understanding of exactly what anxiety is for you, you’ll find yourself halfway through permanently removing your unwanted anxiety symptoms.

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Chuck’s Approach

There is nothing traditional in what I do, starting with the fact that my goal is to put myself out of the business of helping people transform their lives. After decades of experience in and around the mental, behavioral and addiction health industries, I’ve revamped traditional counseling strategies to offer a unique and customized approach to affecting change. My approach is relevant, tangible, and results-driven.

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Your Coach & Biggest Supporter

Forget about any image you have of someone sitting behind a desk and taking notes. Chuck will talk and walk with you – literally. He has two offices that he rarely uses, neither of which have a couch. His coaching relationship could begin at a coffee shop, in a park, at a grocery store, in your home or any location of your choosing. His goal is to meet you where you live, and he will be by your side along the journey, becoming your support system on the way to healing and living the life you were meant to lead. Unlike many mental health professionals, Chuck may sometimes talk as much as he listens to better engage you in frank dialogue and doing “life for a season” with you. He offers you 24/7 support while working on developing your customized healing solutions in real time.

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Addiction & Mental Health Recovery Planning

In regards to addiction counseling, there are huge differences between working with someone who tells you what to do and someone who will walk with you during and after your journey. Psychiatrists, psychologists, medical doctors, treatment centers and other professionals regularly refer people to Chuck because they know his customized and proven program is built not on process but on success.

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Children and Anxiety

Most children today, especially in the middle and high school years, are overwhelmed with parental and peer pressure and anxiety.  Sometimes, it’s due to a parent’s expectations of achieving top grades and athletic prowess. Sometimes, the problem can be attributed to a fundamental lack of healthy communication.  Social media is also playing an increasing role in building pressure in our children’s lives.  Chuck will develop a holistic approach to help parents and their children understand how to employ positive expectations in the home.

Note: Chuck typically works with individuals 13 years and older while consulting and advising parents on solutions and best practices.

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Who is Chuck Edwards

Counselor | Coach | Anxiety Eradicator

“I have been put on the planet to change lives for the better.”

Chuck is a passionate wellness advocate with decades of experience in and around the industry. He is respected by clients, peers, and medical professionals as a trusted advisor who delivers highly responsive and personalized counseling services. 

He specializes in helping people from all walks of life, from teens to adults, Moms, Dads and entire families. His holistic approach focuses on gaining a clear understanding of your objectives to be healthy while helping find and clarify your personalized recovery strategy. 

Based in Clarkston, Michigan, Chuck enjoys the freedom of the outdoors and regularly meets with his clients in that locale.  Horticulture is his first love, and live music energizes his soul.  A recovered addict and mental health sufferer himself, Chuck is proud of his nearly two and a half decades of recovery and has used his personal journey to better relate to those struggling with the pressures addiction and mental health bring to lives and families. 

In his spare time, he counsels prison inmates and is a founding Board Member of the Clarkston Family Farm, a non-profit educational farm that enriches 10,000 kids annually.

Integrity | Compassion | Respect | Empowerment

Chuck was referred to us by a friend, and he has worked miracles with my daughter, who has/had crippling anxiety. In just under two months, he has helped her go from panic attacks at just the thought of being around people (even family members), to stepping out of her shell, leading a debate in class, presenting her writings aloud, and even engaging with peers that she hasn’t talked to before. Her comfort zone has widened considerably, and I have to credit Chuck for that. His ability to connect with her, understand how she’s feeling, and direct her in how to overcome obstacles is nothing short of amazing. He has such a great, laid back approach. We have seen many therapists through the years, and none of them have ever been effective or helpful. They immediately just want to medicate. I can’t stress how thankful I am that Chuck is helping my daughter conquer her demons without putting her on meds that she would have to be on for her whole life.

I would/do recommend Chuck to anyone and everyone. I couldn’t possibly give him a higher recommendation.

Carri M. | Client’s Mother

Chuck is amazing he helped me see the light at the end of my tunnel!! When I truly believed there was none!! I can’t say enough good things about him!! When I first started seeing him it was my husband that I felt needed him, but he wouldn’t go! And over time I started to see I needed him just as much.

Claudia W. | Client

Chuck has provided insightful and meaningful advice to us in a time of need. He has great gut instincts and has always steered us in the right direction. He genuinely cares and I would recommend his services to teens and adults alike.

Shannon N. | Client

Chuck is very thorough in his assessments, patient in terms of working around your comfort level, and very willing to listen at any time of day. He provides a judgement-free zone for self-expression, but is comfortable providing honest and constructive feedback when it’s needed. He provides very flexible scheduling, but makes himself readily available in a variety of convenient capacities to accommodate session opportunities. It’s immediately evident when you meet Chuck that because of his wealth of experience and knowledge your concerns are being heard, protected, and valued. He is a great asset and ally to have in your corner.

Megan S. | Client

My 15 year old son had been seeing traditional therapists/counselors/psychologists for the last 3 years & even tried medication, at their urging, with zero improvement in his anxiety & depression. After only 5 weeks of seeing Chuck, he has improved EXPONENTIALLY! He’s smiling & laughing again! He’s engaging! He’s joining the family for meals! He’s getting outside & riding his bike! He is himself, again.❤️As a parent, I am so, incredibly grateful for this! I cannot speak highly enough of Chuck, & all that he has done for my son, & for our family. I highly recommend him.

Amy S. | Client’s Mother

I have known Chuck for quite a few years and I can tell you that you will have a hard time finding anyone as gifted or as on fire as Chuck is in helping people out of addiction and depression. Chuck is motivated by a tremendous passion to help people escape the grip of addictions and this is why he is so successfully able to make connections with his clients. If you are looking for a great and understanding counselor, look no further.

Nate G. | President – Samoco Industries, Inc

Chuck is the best. He has a very kind manner that makes you want to share with him. He has helped me so much. I would truly recommend him to both young and old.

Lynn R. | Client

I have known Chuck for many many years. He is a brother in Christ and a brother in the community of helping those come to know and be who they are designed to be, in Christ. As a great husband and father, with a passion for the hurting, he is a living testament to the saving grace and restorative power that can be found in humble pursuit of what we are all meant to be… Fully whole and Fully free!

Mary Beth M. | LPC – Counselor

Chuck has such a passion and love for helping others. I highly recommend him.

Amy L. | Client

Integrity is extremely important to me and no one has integrity more than Chuck. He is just a special individual the truly cares. He is a great listener and knows how to connect with people. He is also extremely positive and knows how to guide and coach people to improve in their field of practice AND in their own personal lives. Once you meet Chuck, you will see exactly what I mean. I would highly recommend him to anyone! Thank you for all that you do Chuck!

Rony F. | Area Director – Outpatient Pharmacy – Ascension Health

I’ve known Chuck for over 30 years. He is very trustworthy and loyal. He has a passion and talent for helping others through just about anything. He has helped me. And I’m thankful for his knowledge, his experience and true interest in my personal well being! Chuck is doing exactly what God intended him to do!

Katrina C. | Client

Chuck is amazing person and a community leader that helps our citizens, he also is known as “the good Communicator,” and very proactive leader. He is honest, high integrity and a hard worker.

Jose A. | Supervisor – Independence Township, Michigan

What to Expect

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Discovery
Phone Call

When you're ready and at any time, Chuck will schedule a phone call or Zoom meeting to connect with you to uncover your goals and establish a way to add value to your life. He’ll give you hope and reassurance by helping you develop goals and a plan to achieve them.

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Initial
Appointment

During the first appointment, Chuck will be doing the heavy lifting. He will lead through a deep dive to establish hope, triage any immediate needs, and then get to work figuring out your path forward.

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Treatment
Plan

Sometime after your initial appointment, He will create a customized treatment plan that works for you. Expect that he will do life for a season with you 24/7 to give you the tools needed to reach your goals.

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Whatever your struggle may be or if you are looking to improve your life, I'm ready when you are to start your journey to long-lasting, permanent change.

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