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Melissa Jean-Charles

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Last Updated 30+ days ago

Currently, we are providing teletherapy via a secure HIPAA compliant platform.

At M.A. Jean-Charles Psychotherapy and Consulting, LLC, healing, learning, and growing is our mantra and shapes our therapeutic philosophy. We believe that to heal psychically and to grow into the best version of ourselves, and one must engage in learning. At times, life creates too much noise; one can lose sight and footing on their place in this world. Learning provides a pathway to engage in healing from that which binds the spirit. As a result of this, one is capable of tremendous emotional growth and, ultimately, living a fulfilling life.

M.A. Jean-Charles Psychotherapy and Consulting, LLC, provides psychodynamic therapy to individuals, couples, and families of color. We started our practice due to a shortage of private practices concentrating on people of color. In today's climate, the feeling of otherness is more acute among people of color. Factor dealing with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital/relationship stress, racial trauma, then it may feel like the world is more unbearable.
M.A. Jean-Charles Psychotherapy and Consulting, LLC's overall goal is to promote healing and emotional growth by providing a safe space that encourages the development of skills to manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health concerns for clients. Psychotherapy services include life coaching to promote self-efficacy and empower clients to live their best lives.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Depression, anxiety, racial trauma, PTSD, women empowerment, sexual assault, domestic violence, academic stress, adjustment disorder.

THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES
Individual, group, and family (incl. couples therapy)


Specialties

Addiction ADHD Anger management Anxiety Bias and Discrimination Bipolar Disorder Body Image Career Concerns Chronic Medical Condition College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Diet and Nutrition Dissociative Disorders Divorce Drug Addiction Eating Disorders Gender Identity Intimate Partner Abuse Life Transitions Personality Disorders Race Based Trauma Self-esteem Social Anxiety Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Melissa Jean-Charles is in network for the following plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Claim Submission:

I will complete and submit paperwork on your behalf for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1578791182

Rates

First session $185
Ongoing sessions $185
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

1751 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 335-5613
1751 Massachusetts Ave
3rd
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 335-5613
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday --
Tuesday --
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday --
Friday 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Coaching Mindfulness Multicultural Narrative Trauma Focused

Modalities

Couples Family Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Immigrants LGBQ+ People of Color Trans non-binary gender fluid

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 12
  • License(s): MA-116459

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English, French
  • Race(s): Black or African American
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Christian

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