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Available both in-person and online
1330 Beacon Street 209 Brookline, MA 02446
My ideal client is someone who has struggled with the weight of anxiety or depression and is now ready to work toward meaningful change. They may feel overwhelmed by racing thoughts, cycles of self-doubt, or patterns of avoidance and are looking for a structured and compassionate space where their experiences are validated without judgment. What they want is relief from distress, practical skills to manage emotions, and a clearer path forward. They value insight, tools, and structure and are ready to actively participate in building healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving.
As a therapist with extensive experience in cognitive therapy, I bring a collaborative approach that emphasizes evidence-based strategies for lasting change. I focus on helping clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and actions while equipping them with tools to reduce symptoms, strengthen resilience, and move toward their goals.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve carried anxiety or depression for years without relief. You don’t have to face it alone. Whether you’re battling negative thought patterns, struggling to find motivation, or simply feeling stuck, CBT provides a structured, practical, and compassionate framework to help you regain confidence.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Careful Counseling

1330 Beacon Street

209

Brookline, MA 02446 map

(857) 597-2880 x105

Careful Counseling - Back Bay

Boston, MA 02116

My website
I offer hybrid services and can meet with you in-person at our lovely offices or via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. I am flexible!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Learn about Dr. Danika Charles
Dr. Danika Charles
Photo of Dr. Danika Charles, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Careful Counseling

1330 Beacon Street

209

Brookline, MA 02446 map

(857) 597-2880 x105

Careful Counseling - Back Bay

Boston, MA 02116

My website
I offer hybrid services and can meet with you in-person at our lovely offices or via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. I am flexible!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Learn about Dr. Danika Charles
Dr. Danika Charles

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Optum
  • Tufts
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
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Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (857) 597-2880 x105

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Jonathan E. Goldberg, Ph.D. (Massachusetts / 8500) Danika Charles
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
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Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (857) 597-2880 x105
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Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (857) 597-2880 x105

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Women's Issues
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Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (857) 597-2880 x105
Photo of Dr. Danika Charles, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (857) 597-2880 x105


Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (857) 597-2880 x105
Photo of Dr. Danika Charles, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (857) 597-2880 x105

Location

Primary Location

Careful Counseling

1330 Beacon Street

209

Brookline, MA 02446

(857) 597-2880 x105

Additional Location

Careful Counseling - Back Bay

Boston, MA 02116

(857) 597-2880 x105
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I offer hybrid services and can meet with you in-person at our lovely offices or via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. I am flexible!
Photo of Dr. Danika Charles, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (857) 597-2880 x105
"
I offer hybrid services and can meet with you in-person at our lovely offices or via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. I am flexible!
Photo of Dr. Danika Charles, Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Dr. Danika Charles
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (857) 597-2880 x105