Dr. David Charles, PhD is a trauma expert, neuropsychologist, and neurodiversity advocate based in Chicago. He works with children, teens, adults, and older adults, helping them navigate challenges such as anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, and executive functioning difficulties.

Beyond theory, Dr. Charles is committed to offering tools and perspectives that are practical, clear, and accessible. Through his writing, teaching, and publications, he aims to make psychological science both understandable and deeply human, focusing on positivity and hope.

Trained at Rosalind Franklin University and St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Dr. Charles has served communities in both Kentucky and Illinois. Now based in Chicago, he integrates decades of experience in assessment, therapy, and education into his practice and public outreach.

Ultimately, this space is not about him—it’s about you. Whether you are struggling, curious, or seeking greater clarity about your own mind, Dr. Charles’s mission is to provide insights and strategies that empower you to move forward.