Athena Charles, Pre-licensed Psychologist

Athena Charles, Pre-licensed Psychologist

Verified
Telehealth Available
Professions: Psychotherapist
License Status: I'm a therapist practicing under supervision.
Primary Credential: Pre-licensed Psychologist
Supervisor: Brandon Kirkwood, #PSY10000344
Telephone: 857-380-2490

Billing and Insurance:

I am an in-network provider for:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Tufts Commercial Insurance
  • United Healthcare Student Resources
Free Initial Consultation

Therapy in:

boston , Massachusetts, 02138

What's My Approach to Therapy?

I help clients navigate identity exploration, trauma, grief, relationship challenges (familial or intimate), and major life transitions—like adjusting to adulthood or stepping into a more authentic sense of self. These liminal, in-between stages can be tricky to navigate and are often marked by anxiety, depression, or a fragmented sense of self, leaving folks feeling emotionally untethered. While we must lead ourselves to authenticity, it can help to have a thoughtful, attuned guide who walks alongside us—offering new perspectives, practical coping skills, and questions that gently challenge deep-rooted assumptions. I enjoy working with young adults on the precipice of independence, older adults facing aging-related transitions, couples, and folks with marginalized or liminal (Biracial, Bicultural, nonbinary, genderqueer, etc.) identities. Together, we reduce fear, shame, and relational distress, while cultivating authenticity, inner wisdom, and emotional resilience. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable and unfamiliar. If you're unsure whether we'd be a good fit, I'm happy to meet with you, answer any questions, and elaborate on my approach to therapy. You're not alone in taking this first step—and you don’t have to do it without support.

Therapy Services & Specialties

Client Age Groups I Work With

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

Groups I Work With

  • I work with individuals and couples navigating identity exploration, trauma, grief, family or relationship challenges, and life transitions—including emerging adulthood, aging, and stepping into a more authentic self. Many of my clients identify as BIPOC, multiracial, bicultural, LGBTQIA+, nonbinary, or gender-expansive, and are seeking therapy that affirms their lived experience while supporting emotional resilience. I enjoy working with people in liminal spaces—those on the cusp of growth, redefinition, or reorientation—who may feel untethered or fragmented. Whether you’re moving through anxiety, relational distress, or identity shifts, I provide a grounding, collaborative presence to help you access clarity, courage, and connection.

Industries & Communities Served

  • First Responder/Medical Professionals
  • Self-Employed and Freelance Professionals
  • LGBTQ+
  • BIPOC
  • Union First

Client Challenges & Concerns I Address

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
  • Identity Issues
  • LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) Issues
  • Relationships and Marriage
  • Self-Confidence
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation and Behavior
  • Worry
  • Young Adult Issues

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

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