Dr. Charles Valentine, MA Psychologist
Experienced psychologist who focuses on practical change
Book with CharlesWorks with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- ADHD
How Charles works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MA Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Massachusetts
- Years in practice
- 26
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Charles
Dr. Charles Valentine helps people manage anger and related struggles like stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and trouble sleeping. He brings 26 years of experience as an MA Psychologist (PSY8098) practicing in Massachusetts.
He speaks English and works with adults and older adults on practical steps to feel better day to day. His approach is straightforward and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear goals and small, doable changes.
He listens to what matters most and then suggests tools that fit the client's life.
Background and approach
Expect a mix of talking, skills practice, and planning between sessions. Dr. Valentine uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood problems, trauma, and attachment issues.
He also helps people dealing with grief, midlife transitions, parenting strain, and workplace stress. The work often centers on improving communication, managing impulsivity, and reducing intense emotional reactions. He aims to help clients build emotional skills such as better self-control, stress management, and coping with life changes.
That can include strategies for handling anger, improving sleep, or managing attention and focus issues related to ADHD. Progress is tracked in practical ways so clients can see what’s working. Sessions may include short-term coaching-style work or deeper psychotherapy depending on needs.
Dr. Valentine focuses on realistic steps clients can use between visits to feel steadier and more in control of their choices.
What Charles works with
Everything Charles lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Charles's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- ADHD
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care
Dr. Valentine draws on practical, evidence-based techniques to help people manage intense emotions and improve daily functioning. One common approach focuses on skills training for emotion regulation and impulse control; it teaches strategies to notice triggers, pause before reacting, and use calming techniques in stressful moments. Another approach emphasizes problem-solving and behavioral planning to reduce stress and improve sleep, attention, and routine, which can help with anger and mood symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work and is decided together. He will talk with the client about their goals, try methods that fit their situation, and adjust the plan as progress is made. The process is collaborative and goal-focused so clients know what to expect between sessions.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller session is helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when a client needs a focused check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief coaching, check-ins, or when someone prefers typing to talking. These options make it easier to work on anger, stress, and daily coping without rearranging a whole day.
Questions people ask about Charles
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, ADHD, sleep and eating concerns, and life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is collaborative and practical. He focuses on clear goals, teaches coping skills, and helps clients apply tools between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of clinical experience working with adults and older adults on mood, attachment, and life-change issues.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds an MA and is listed as MA Psychologist PSY8098. His practice is based in Massachusetts.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
He works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.