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Charles Ray, Psychologist
Psychologist in Los Angeles, California

Charles Ray, Psychologist

Specialties:
LGBTQ+ Sexual trauma Social injustice +30
Provider Gender: Male
Ages Served: 15-64
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Charles Ray helps patients in California navigate life’s challenges with care, expertise, and a personalized approach to therapy. He provides individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults, offering support for those experiencing conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. With an emphasis on building a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, he empowers patients to develop strategies that foster resilience, healing, and long-term emotional well-being.

Dr. Ray is deeply committed to supporting individuals coping with complex issues that affect both mental and physical health. He frequently works with patients managing sleep disorders, chronic pain, and health-related stress, integrating evidence-based interventions to improve both daily functioning and quality of life. His approach also extends to addressing ADHD, substance use issues, and bipolar disorder, helping patients better understand their symptoms and build healthier patterns of living.

He has a particular passion for working with patients navigating grief, trauma, and identity-related challenges. These areas of focus allow him to create a space where individuals can process loss, heal from difficult experiences, and explore questions of identity with compassion and clinical expertise. His work with LGBTQ+ individuals, military veterans, and those on the autism spectrum reflects his dedication to meeting people where they are and tailoring treatment to their unique circumstances.

To support these goals, Dr. Ray draws on interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Insomnia, and mindfulness-based practices. These approaches provide patients with practical skills to reduce distress, improve coping, and build greater self-awareness. While he highlights these methods, he also incorporates additional therapeutic techniques to address each person’s individual needs.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Ray finds balance through running, working out, reading, and crocheting. He enjoys time at the beach with his dog or relaxing at home with a fiber arts project, activities that reflect his value for both movement and creativity.

Provider Introduction

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • LGBTQ+
  • Sexual trauma
  • Social injustice
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Anger issues
  • Anxiety
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Empty nesters
  • Ethnic identity
  • First responder stress
  • Gender identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intense mood changes
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Military & veteran
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenthood
  • Patterns affecting behavior, emotions and relationships
  • Personality disorders
  • Premarital counseling
  • Racial identity
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stress management

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Cornell University

  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania

  • New York University

  • Fordham University

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Please call us at 925-282-1778 to schedule an appointment with Charles Ray.

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Therapists and psychiatrists are attentive and kind. They care about you and are responsive to your needs. They are caring and they are helpful. I highly recommend.
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Charles Ray, Psychologist

Charles Ray

Psychologist in Los Angeles, California

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