Charlotte Shoneman, MSW, LCSWA

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

Service Areas: Raleigh, NC & Telehealth

Availability: Accepting new Clients

A woman with shoulder-length brown hair and a tan blazer, smiling while sitting on a dark blue couch by a window with white curtains, with green plants in the background.

Charlotte is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A) at Healing Waves Therapy & Counseling, PLLC. She earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from UNC Chapel Hill in May 2024 and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Sexuality Studies, also from UNC Chapel Hill.

Charlotte is passionate about working with individuals and partners ages 16+ who are navigating stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, communication challenges, relationship conflict, and life transitions of all kinds. She is affirming of all genders, sexualities, and relationship structures, and creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their strengths and values.

Charlotte believes that clients are the experts of their own lives and is committed to collaborating with them to achieve their personal goals. Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and rooted in evidence-based practices, drawing from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT).

Outside of therapy, Charlotte enjoys reading, knitting, gardening, and spending time with her chosen and biological families—and her beloved dog, Clover.

Appointment Types

  • In-person

  • Virtual

Populations Served

  • Individuals ages 18+

Approaches & Certifications

  • Trauma-Informed, Strengths-Based Care

  • Affirming Therapy for All Genders, Sexualities, and Relationship Structures

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)

  • Collaborative, Values-Based Approach

Areas of Focus & Specialization

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Trauma and stress-related concerns

  • Relationship conflict and communication challenges

  • Life transitions and identity exploration

  • Emotional regulation and coping skills development

  • LGBTQIA+ affirming care

  • Values-based growth and self-understanding


About Charlotte’s Approach

Charlotte’s approach is collaborative, affirming, and grounded in evidence-based care. She draws from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to support individuals and partners navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Charlotte is intentional about creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their values, strengths, and identities while working toward meaningful and sustainable change.

LET’S GET STARTED

Blurred image of tree branches with sunlight filtering through

Are you ready to transform your life?

Close-up of a white tulip flower with yellow stamens against a plain background.