I’m Charla Yearwood (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana and Tennessee with more than 15 years of experience in mental health care. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Tennessee and a Bachelor’s from Ball State University. I’m EMDR-certified, trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and deeply committed to trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.

I am currently training in psychodynamic practice, which explores how our past experiences and relationships shape the way we think, feel, and relate to others today. This approach helps clients develop deeper self-understanding and lasting emotional growth.

I’m also pursuing my PhD at the Institute for Clinical Social Work, where my work centers on helping therapists and clients engage in therapy that honors both personal and systemic realities.

In addition to my clinical work, I serve as a clinical supervisor, educator, and therapy trainer, supporting the development of emerging therapists with a focus on inclusive, anti-oppressive practice. I lead continuing education workshops and provide training to clinicians across the country.