Charlotte holds a Bachelors degree from Georgetown University, magna cum laude, in Languages & Linguistics and a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. She is a fully licensed psychotherapist, California Marriage & Family Therapist license #46587, and has been in private practice for over five years.  Charlotte is also a Board Certified Professional Counselor by the American Psychotherapy Association, and a member of the California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists.    Before becoming a therapist, Charlotte spent 16 years in the office products industry rising up the corporate ladder to become the only female executive officer of a $1.3 billion, international corporation. During that time, she also served as the "unofficial, in-house counselor" for the company and realized that that's where her true joy resides.  After many years in business, and mentoring others around the world, Charlotte decided to return to graduate school mid-life and begin a new chapter as a Marriage & Family Therapist. Born & raised in Minnesota, Charlotte came to California in the late 80s and now makes Redondo Beach her home.  She speaks English, French, Spanish and some Italian, and loves world travel.  Current passions include music, golf, skiing, reading, cooking and wine tasting.   She has been happily married for over 10 years.