Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Practice in Boston, MA
Founded in 2017, our practice is led by Counseling Practice of Counseling Practice of Charlene C. Chow, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over two decades of clinical experience in medical and psychiatric settings. We specialize in anxiety, grief, gender/queer-affirming care, and behavioral medicine, offering teletherapy across six states. Our approach integrates cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive methodologies, prioritizing client autonomy and holistic well-being.We maintain strict confidentiality and collaborate with adults of all backgrounds to address life changes, communication challenges, and health management. Our practice operates independently of third-party interference, ensuring personalized care aligned with client needs.
Services
Mental Health Counseling
Teletherapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Cultural Sensitivity Counseling
Couples Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical experience in medical and psychiatric settings.
- Our practice is telemental health certified by Person Centered Tech Inc.
- We integrate cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, and multicultural therapeutic approaches.
- We prioritize client autonomy and confidentiality without third-party interference.
- We provide culturally sensitive care for adults across six states via secure teletherapy.
What people say
Outstanding clinician
Insightful and adroit
Compassionate nature
Highly qualified
Warm and skilled therapist
Services
Mental Health Counseling
We provide individualized mental health counseling for adults facing anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-informed care to build coping skills. Clients receive personalized treatment plans addressing emotional, physical, and social well-being through secure telehealth platforms.
Teletherapy
Secure teletherapy sessions conducted via HIPAA-compliant video or phone platforms. This service removes geographic barriers while maintaining confidentiality, allowing clients to access care from any licensed state. Sessions use interactive technology to address mental health concerns with the same clinical rigor as in-person visits.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Specialized treatment addressing trauma's impact on mental health using gentle, client-paced approaches. We recognize trauma's diverse manifestations and incorporate mindfulness techniques to process experiences safely. Therapy focuses on rebuilding control while acknowledging individual recovery timelines within a supportive framework.
Cultural Sensitivity Counseling
Therapy addressing cultural identity, racial trauma, and intersectionality challenges. We help clients navigate cultural adjustments while honoring diverse backgrounds. Our approach validates unique experiences through affirming dialogue and culturally responsive strategies tailored to each individual's heritage and values.
Couples Therapy
Guided sessions improving communication and conflict resolution between partners. We address relationship patterns using evidence-based techniques to strengthen connections. Therapy focuses on mutual understanding while respecting individual boundaries and fostering healthier interpersonal dynamics through structured therapeutic interventions.
People
Charlene C. Chow
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Charlene Chow is a licensed therapist with 20+ years of clinical experience in medical and psychiatric settings. She holds advanced degrees from Boston University and Drexel University, specializing in trauma-informed, queer-affirming care. Founder of this practice since 2017, she prioritizes client autonomy and holistic well-being.
Questions
What teletherapy options are available?
Secure phone/video sessions offered via HIPAA-compliant platforms. Available in six states with 45-minute standard sessions.
Do you accept insurance?
Not in-network with insurers, but provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Lotus Therapy Fund covers first 8 sessions for eligible clients.
How to schedule first appointment?
Complete complimentary 10-minute phone consultation via online form. No initial phone calls accepted due to high demand.
What therapeutic approaches used?
Combines cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, and trauma-informed methods with multicultural sensitivity and expressive arts techniques.
Are crisis services available?
Not available for on-call crisis support. Emergency resources provided for psychiatric emergencies between appointments.
How are sessions conducted?
All sessions held virtually via teletherapy using secure platforms. Office locations closed indefinitely due to public health guidelines.
