Mrs. Charlotte Nagy has nearly 30 years of experience providing comprehensive psychological services including counseling and
psychoeducational evaluations for children, teens and adults. In providing client care, she naturally engages in a collaborative, team approach while incorporating strengths and data into decision making. Charlotte is a Licensed Psychological Associate through the NC Psychology Board and holds a master’s degree from Florida International University in Miami; she is also a licensed as a school psychologist. For her child and teen clients, with expertise in supporting children from preschool through young adulthood, Charlotte brings a deep understanding of academic and behavioral health prevention and intervention. She is adept at supporting psychological wellbeing and improving academic performance. She is also dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate challenges and achieve lasting growth.
Intervention Style: Charlotte believes that life’s challenges are opportunities for growth and self-discovery. She views therapy as a journey where clients can explore their strengths and values in a supportive environment. Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, she creates a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood. Her therapeutic approach draws from a range of techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, play therapy, parent coaching, and collaborative problem solving. Throughout the therapeutic process, she integrates evidence-based approaches including positive psychology and the science of wellbeing, tailoring strategies to the unique needs of every client and family.
Therapy Experience: Charlotte provides therapy to people of all ages. She specializes in child, adolescent, and young adult mental health, as well as families especially with regard to parenting issues. She is well equipped to support challenges such as anxiety of all kinds, depression, stress management, attention concerns, autism, and learning disabilities (including dyslexia), to name a few. Charlotte collaborates with families through parent coaching and behavior problem-solving, focusing on prevention, skill development, and supporting generalization of new skills and habits. By integrating tools including play therapy and psychoeducation, she helps children develop social awareness, build interpersonal relationship and communication skills, and enhance emotional regulation. For teens and adults, Charlotte supports them through life transitions, social anxiety, mood issues, academic pressures, etc. She empowers her clients with coping skills, executive skills, and emotional resilience, fostering confidence to face personal and academic challenges.
Evaluation Experience: Charlotte conducts psychoeducational and psychological assessments for children, teens and adults, and has worked with children as young as two-years-old. She has extensive experience in investigating a wide range of presenting issues, including gifted and talented, ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injuries, and emotional or behavioral needs. To find answers and solutions, she uses multiple methods such as a review of the client’s history, interviews, observations, rating scales, and direct test assessments. Her evaluations are comprehensive and designed to uncover strengths to build upon as well as discover root causes, providing actionable recommendations that guide the client to success, as well as with children guide parents, educators, and clinicians in supporting each child’s success.
Personal: Charlotte believes that a fulfilling life includes joy, connection, resilience, and balance. She values the role of fun and humor in navigating life’s challenges and brings that spirit into her own life. She enjoys pursuits including hiking, boating, and traveling. Time with family, exploring new places, and enjoying adventures with close friends are some of her greatest joys. She believes that new experiences, growing from struggles, and practicing gratitude are essential for wellbeing, and she strives to live by these principles both personally and professionally.