Therapists in Charlestown, MA
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Driscoll Care Group/Accepting new clients
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MEd, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
We are a seasoned group of clinicians with decades of experience. We specialize in working with children, teens, families, college-aged students, and adults navigating the special education process and major life transitions. Our goals for therapy include helping people navigate through their life struggles, and learning skills to ease the pain and take back their lives. We identify a clear plan of action to get to the place you're dreaming of. We don't get to choose our beginning, but we are the drivers of how our life turns out.
We are a seasoned group of clinicians with decades of experience. We specialize in working with children, teens, families, college-aged students, and adults navigating the special education process and major life transitions. Our goals for therapy include helping people navigate through their life struggles, and learning skills to ease the pain and take back their lives. We identify a clear plan of action to get to the place you're dreaming of. We don't get to choose our beginning, but we are the drivers of how our life turns out.
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I am an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and I study psychological growth, posttraumatic stress, and depression. My clinical work is inspired by my research. Generally speaking, my work begins in a humanistic-existential orientation. I believe in the client's potential for growth. When I enter a treatment, I listen to the individual, relational, and cultural narratives I am told; to the layers in each narrative; to my own reactions. I focus on feelings, unfulfilled desires, maladaptive defenses, and unsatisfying means of relatedness with past and present others - all of which generate anxiety.
I am an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and I study psychological growth, posttraumatic stress, and depression. My clinical work is inspired by my research. Generally speaking, my work begins in a humanistic-existential orientation. I believe in the client's potential for growth. When I enter a treatment, I listen to the individual, relational, and cultural narratives I am told; to the layers in each narrative; to my own reactions. I focus on feelings, unfulfilled desires, maladaptive defenses, and unsatisfying means of relatedness with past and present others - all of which generate anxiety.
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Strachan Leslie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ACC, LADC I, CEAP
Verified Verified
Charlestown, MA 02129
**Currently Full** I am passionate about working with individuals looking to enhance their career goals, learning to manage the demands of work and personal life and finding the right career fit when priorities shift as life changes happen. Successful coaching can help you build skills to see yourself more clearly: to question your assumptions about yourself, get curious about where you're strong and where you need to grow and support your steps to make successful changes.
**Currently Full** I am passionate about working with individuals looking to enhance their career goals, learning to manage the demands of work and personal life and finding the right career fit when priorities shift as life changes happen. Successful coaching can help you build skills to see yourself more clearly: to question your assumptions about yourself, get curious about where you're strong and where you need to grow and support your steps to make successful changes.
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Alexa Roe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
Creating a welcoming and supportive environment is fundamental to explore each individual’s unique experiences. I provide individual therapy to young adults and professionals struggling with life transitions and challenges in relationships with self and with others. Incorporating the mind and body into my practice deepens clients journey toward recovery and self-discovery. In my work with clients I help them to navigate the demands on their time that can add stress to their lives. Empowered in our work together, clients find healthy solutions balancing stress, work, relationships, and school.
Creating a welcoming and supportive environment is fundamental to explore each individual’s unique experiences. I provide individual therapy to young adults and professionals struggling with life transitions and challenges in relationships with self and with others. Incorporating the mind and body into my practice deepens clients journey toward recovery and self-discovery. In my work with clients I help them to navigate the demands on their time that can add stress to their lives. Empowered in our work together, clients find healthy solutions balancing stress, work, relationships, and school.
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Ellen Sophis Gillespie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
Psychotherapy is a profoundly transformative process for those who are curious about their worries, insecurities, and relational struggles. By creating a respectful, non-judgmental, and collaborative relationship, we will develop a greater understanding and acceptance of you and your experiences with the goal of living a more gratifying and meaningful life.
Psychotherapy is a profoundly transformative process for those who are curious about their worries, insecurities, and relational struggles. By creating a respectful, non-judgmental, and collaborative relationship, we will develop a greater understanding and acceptance of you and your experiences with the goal of living a more gratifying and meaningful life.
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I am a psychologist with over 30 years experience in the use of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) within a CBT approach to anxiety disorders. My clinical work focuses panic attacks; phobias of public speaking, social situations and flying; and OCD. I serve on the faculties of the Harvard Medical School and William James College, and am a psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.
I am a psychologist with over 30 years experience in the use of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) within a CBT approach to anxiety disorders. My clinical work focuses panic attacks; phobias of public speaking, social situations and flying; and OCD. I serve on the faculties of the Harvard Medical School and William James College, and am a psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital.
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Are you feeling depressed or anxious and having trouble dealing with your home or work life? Are you struggling with your partner or mate, in the middle of a break up or having trouble finding a healthy relationship? Do you find yourself unfocused, unsure of yourself, overwhelmed, or lonely? Sometimes transitions like looking for a new job, starting or ending a relationship,deciding whether to have children or moving to a new area can be difficult. Uncomfortable or painful feelings which are coming from a life change or a past experience can sometimes feel insurmountable.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious and having trouble dealing with your home or work life? Are you struggling with your partner or mate, in the middle of a break up or having trouble finding a healthy relationship? Do you find yourself unfocused, unsure of yourself, overwhelmed, or lonely? Sometimes transitions like looking for a new job, starting or ending a relationship,deciding whether to have children or moving to a new area can be difficult. Uncomfortable or painful feelings which are coming from a life change or a past experience can sometimes feel insurmountable.
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++Note--Currently I am providing only video telehealth therapy--no in person sessions.** As a licensed, clinical psychologist, I provide individual, group and couples psychotherapy to adults to provide support to them in overcoming life obstacles and achieving their goals.
++Note--Currently I am providing only video telehealth therapy--no in person sessions.** As a licensed, clinical psychologist, I provide individual, group and couples psychotherapy to adults to provide support to them in overcoming life obstacles and achieving their goals.
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Amy Hopkinson
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with ADHD & find these symptoms are disrupting your relationships? Have you been exposed to a traumatic experience & want to feel emotionally safe again not only within your own body but with your partner? Are you struggling to feel seen & heard in your relationship & want to stop constantly fighting & instead start spending your time building core happy memories instead? I'm here to support & provide you with an emotionally safe and judgement free space so you can start living the life you deserve.
Do you struggle with ADHD & find these symptoms are disrupting your relationships? Have you been exposed to a traumatic experience & want to feel emotionally safe again not only within your own body but with your partner? Are you struggling to feel seen & heard in your relationship & want to stop constantly fighting & instead start spending your time building core happy memories instead? I'm here to support & provide you with an emotionally safe and judgement free space so you can start living the life you deserve.
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Elizabeth Paronich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
Are you high-functioning at work and wish you could apply those same skills to your relationship issues or struggles with recent life changes? Do you wish you could find that same level of motivation and confidence you experience professionally when it comes to making changes in your personal life? Do you find yourself taking care of everyone else, but have a hard time being kind to yourself?
Are you high-functioning at work and wish you could apply those same skills to your relationship issues or struggles with recent life changes? Do you wish you could find that same level of motivation and confidence you experience professionally when it comes to making changes in your personal life? Do you find yourself taking care of everyone else, but have a hard time being kind to yourself?
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Elizabeth Moser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and empowerment. I work to create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your challenges, uncover your strengths, and chart a course towards lasting transformation. Whether you're struggling with addiction, coping with past traumas, or simply seeking support through life's ups and downs, I am here to help each step of the way.
My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and empowerment. I work to create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your challenges, uncover your strengths, and chart a course towards lasting transformation. Whether you're struggling with addiction, coping with past traumas, or simply seeking support through life's ups and downs, I am here to help each step of the way.
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting individuals in demanding academic or professional settings. My clients often struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and stress. I offer tools to recognize ineffective coping strategies such as self-indulgence, self-sabotage, rumination, and possible addictive behaviors that drain motivation and confidence. I provide evidence-based, practical processes and exercises tailored to challenge distorted beliefs and shift towards actions that lead to overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
I specialize in supporting individuals in demanding academic or professional settings. My clients often struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and stress. I offer tools to recognize ineffective coping strategies such as self-indulgence, self-sabotage, rumination, and possible addictive behaviors that drain motivation and confidence. I provide evidence-based, practical processes and exercises tailored to challenge distorted beliefs and shift towards actions that lead to overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
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For all of us, life brings transitions and challenges. We may struggle with current experiences, as well as the way we are carrying the past with us. Transitions in life are often filled with overwhelming emotions and a therapeutic relationship can provide space and a place to navigate these moments. We all possess strengths and, in our work together, we will uncover those and provide opportunities to manage challenges. My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based and client-centered. I believe that we all benefit from a place to explore and understand our own story.
For all of us, life brings transitions and challenges. We may struggle with current experiences, as well as the way we are carrying the past with us. Transitions in life are often filled with overwhelming emotions and a therapeutic relationship can provide space and a place to navigate these moments. We all possess strengths and, in our work together, we will uncover those and provide opportunities to manage challenges. My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based and client-centered. I believe that we all benefit from a place to explore and understand our own story.
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Christina Marie Kerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charlestown, MA 02129 (Online Only)
A successful experience in psychotherapy begins with choosing a therapist who best meets your needs and goals. The act of talking, in of itself, will not get you where you want to go. You need to talk to a therapist who has the training and the experience to understand where you are at, and the skills to help you move forward. I am an innovative, trauma-informed therapist who has worked with a diverse population of clients. I enable clients to manage difficult feelings and concerns while exploring with them the internal obstacles to personal growth.
A successful experience in psychotherapy begins with choosing a therapist who best meets your needs and goals. The act of talking, in of itself, will not get you where you want to go. You need to talk to a therapist who has the training and the experience to understand where you are at, and the skills to help you move forward. I am an innovative, trauma-informed therapist who has worked with a diverse population of clients. I enable clients to manage difficult feelings and concerns while exploring with them the internal obstacles to personal growth.
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Parenting & Couples Work: Are you stressed and worried you are failing as a parent? Do you lack communication or connection with your kids? Can't stand the back talk? Can't stop yelling? Do you struggle to get your kids to cooperate? Are you exhausted of the misbehavior? OR are you in a relationship that is challenging? Are you wanting to cultivate a healthier love life full of intimacy and connection? Do you find yourself not communicating the way you would like with your spouse or other family member? Are you curious how you could improve your situation? Start now with my help! I work with couples, families and individuals.
Parenting & Couples Work: Are you stressed and worried you are failing as a parent? Do you lack communication or connection with your kids? Can't stand the back talk? Can't stop yelling? Do you struggle to get your kids to cooperate? Are you exhausted of the misbehavior? OR are you in a relationship that is challenging? Are you wanting to cultivate a healthier love life full of intimacy and connection? Do you find yourself not communicating the way you would like with your spouse or other family member? Are you curious how you could improve your situation? Start now with my help! I work with couples, families and individuals.
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The Parent Wellness Group provides virtual individual, couples and group therapy with experienced clinicians (who are all parents!). Currently serving MA & RI, we support individuals and families on their pregnancy and parenting journey.
The Parent Wellness Group provides virtual individual, couples and group therapy with experienced clinicians (who are all parents!). Currently serving MA & RI, we support individuals and families on their pregnancy and parenting journey.
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Elizabeth Cherchia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02109 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Self exploration is a learning process that facilitates one's understanding of their self identity and helps them to navigate their role in society. My approach supports the emotional growth needed to move beyond barriers and look towards the future, such that each person is able to pursue a meaningful and satisfying life. I employ a strength based perspective to help clients realize their potential and identify personal goals. I enjoy working together with her clients to identify needs and preferences for treatment and develop goal oriented treatment plans to serve as a guide for therapy sessions.
Self exploration is a learning process that facilitates one's understanding of their self identity and helps them to navigate their role in society. My approach supports the emotional growth needed to move beyond barriers and look towards the future, such that each person is able to pursue a meaningful and satisfying life. I employ a strength based perspective to help clients realize their potential and identify personal goals. I enjoy working together with her clients to identify needs and preferences for treatment and develop goal oriented treatment plans to serve as a guide for therapy sessions.
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Are you going through a transition in life? Maybe you are seeking further education in a career or trying to seek insight into the age-old question "What do I want to be when I grow up?" If you feel stuck, depressed, or anxious at the thought of the previous question, I am your person.
Are you going through a transition in life? Maybe you are seeking further education in a career or trying to seek insight into the age-old question "What do I want to be when I grow up?" If you feel stuck, depressed, or anxious at the thought of the previous question, I am your person.
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Feeling burnt out, isolated, or just plain lonely? You're not alone. Whether you’re an adolescent, adult, or part of a family dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or neurodiversity, I'm here to help. With everything that's happened lately, many of us are struggling. I offer a compassionate ear and effective support. My goal is to help you and your loved ones find emotional freedom and feel less weighed down. Let’s work together to bring more peace and balance into your life!
Feeling burnt out, isolated, or just plain lonely? You're not alone. Whether you’re an adolescent, adult, or part of a family dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or neurodiversity, I'm here to help. With everything that's happened lately, many of us are struggling. I offer a compassionate ear and effective support. My goal is to help you and your loved ones find emotional freedom and feel less weighed down. Let’s work together to bring more peace and balance into your life!
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Rhonda Rudner
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Rhonda Rudner, LMHC, has been in private practice for 25 years. Many of those years were concurrently spent as a therapist at the Psychological Counseling Center at Brandeis University. She received her undergraduate and Masters’s degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Rhonda also completed a 3-year fellowship training at the Boston Institute for Psychotherapy which included 3 certificates in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Rhonda Rudner, LMHC, has been in private practice for 25 years. Many of those years were concurrently spent as a therapist at the Psychological Counseling Center at Brandeis University. She received her undergraduate and Masters’s degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Rhonda also completed a 3-year fellowship training at the Boston Institute for Psychotherapy which included 3 certificates in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Charlestown, MA
10+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Charlestown, MA who prioritize treating:
88% | Anxiety |
75% | Relationship Issues |
63% | Trauma and PTSD |
56% | Depression |
56% | Family Conflict |
56% | Coping Skills |
56% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
78% | Aetna |
67% | Harvard Pilgrim |
How Therapists in Charlestown, MA see their clients
75% | Online Only | |
25% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
86% | Female | |
14% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Charlestown?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.