Chari D. Vandever, LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in private practice since 2010, working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions.

Before becoming a therapist, I worked in the fashion industry. Through my work with people and teams, I developed a deep appreciation for how much our relationships, life experiences, and emotional well-being influence every aspect of our lives. That experience ultimately led me to return to school and pursue a career in Psychology.

I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Houston and my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi.

During my clinical training, I worked in an inpatient psychiatric facility with children and adolescents experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges. I also completed clinical training in several nursing and rehabilitation facilities throughout South Texas, working with individuals experiencing a range of mental health concerns.

I completed clinical training in private practice under the mentorship of Dr. Carol Houston, where I gained extensive experience working with adults facing anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship difficulties.

Earlier in my career I also worked extensively with couples, helping partners navigate communication challenges and relationship conflict. Although my practice now focuses on individual therapy, this experience continues to inform my understanding of relationship dynamics and attachment patterns.

I previously maintained a successful practice working with adolescents. Many of the young adults I work with today first began therapy with me during their early teen years and have returned during later life transitions such as college and early adulthood.

In addition to private practice, I currently serve as an adjunct professor at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, where I teach psychology courses, including Close Relationships.
I also developed and facilitated specialty therapy groups, including a self-esteem group for adolescent girls and one of the first social anxiety groups offered in South Texas in 2014.

My approach to therapy is thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on helping clients gain insight into the patterns and experiences that influence their emotional lives.