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Charmian Talbot(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Certified Addictions Professional, CAP
MassachusettsRhode Island
Alcohol use disorder & addiction-Drug addiction & abuse-Substance abuse- Trauma-Gambling & Gaming Addiction -

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Professional statement

Charmian Talbot is one of the best Licensed Addiction Counselor's credentialed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Charmian has experience specializing in supporting individuals who need help around addictions such as Alcohol, Gambling and other substances such as Cannabis. If you would like to reduce or cease their alcohol, drug or gambling /online sports betting/slots/gaming use your in the right place. Often individuals’ experiences around alcohol, drugs or gambling/gaming vary in the way it negatively impacts their relationships, careers and their ability to take care of themselves and others. Charmian’s clients have tried to quit but struggle, as their addiction tends to negatively impact their ability to relate to their own thoughts, mood, emotions, and memories.

Charmian understands that behavioral therapy centers around relapse prevention and recovery rather than seeing quitting as a one-off episode. She practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as well as ACT therapy to help clients develop greater self-awareness and to learn coping strategies. She also incorporates meditation and mindfulness techniques so that clients can learn how to live in the present and withhold self-judgment as well as learn coping skills to help decrease stress and anxiety.

Charmian has worked in the area of mental health and addiction for over 11 years and earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from Salve Regina University. She is a licensed Addiction Counselor and is Certified by the Rhode Island Council on Problem Gambling. She enjoys celebrating the wins with her clients and affirming their progress as they go through recovery. Her therapy approaches highlight each person’s power in their situations, and with her support, many clients experience personal growth towards a healthier well balanced lifestyle.


Message to clients

My name is Charmian and while working with me, you will discover achievable goals around managing thoughts and those addictive behaviors: Examples may be compulsions around alcohol drugs, vaping, smoking, and or gambling/online sports betting/gaming.

What one will discover is that feeling happier and healthier is a process of CHANGE, where one strives towards self determination and self awareness and positive health and wellness. Improving oneself is a commitment that reaps many rewards such as the ability to deal with stress and the importance of accepting oneself and discovering what is important in life.

I would like to help you work towards healthier life goals - we can do that together. Those who work with me have, over time, left active addiction behind.

I will create a space of safety, hope and opportunity. I am a no judgement zone where you will be supported on your journey every step of the way. I use evidence based practices and techniques specifically developed for those with addiction and compulsive behaviors.

Whatever stage you are in, if you’re still reading this, you are seriously considering to work on changing, your lifestyle - WELL DONE for being brave. You’re in good hands. I am an experienced Tele-health Addiction Therapist and have helped many people transform their lives. I am just a email, phone call or text message away. Consultations are free.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 12 years

State of Massachusetts, Counselor, 2016 - Present
Gosnold, Counselor outpatient, 2022 - 2024
Adcare, Counselor Group, 2018 - 2022

Salve Regina University , MA Rehabilitation Counseling , 2016
Rhode Island College , BA Psychology , 2014

Licensure

Massachusetts: 16940 - Rhode Island: CDP00603

Languages

English

Specialties

Alcohol use disorder & addiction - Symptoms of emotional discomfort, increased tolerance and feelings of guilt and shame. Learn how to reduce, eliminate ones reliance on alcohol; develop new coping mechanisms/skills that over time become less impactful in your life.

Drug addiction & abuse - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on drugs; development of new coping skills with a goal of modifying problems, behaviors and improving mental health.

Substance abuse - Reducing and preventing the negative impact of drug and alcohol use and addictions on physical, emotional, and relational health

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse which results in addiction.

Gambling & Gaming Addiction - Gambling, online sports/lottery/sports betting and gaming it can become emotional and financially burdensome impacting negatively on ones life. Signs are: Preoccupation with gambling. Difficulty cutting down or stopping or controlling Gambling. Gambling increasing amounts of money. Lying to family and friends, increased negative mood such as irritability, risking money, property relationships, job and or career on an activity that has an uncertain outcome or depends upon chance or skill.




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours

I can do weekends if this is helpful


Insurance

  • Aetna (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Aetna - Allied Benefits (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Aetna - Assurant Health (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Aetna - Exchange (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Aetna - Medicare (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Berklee College of Music Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island BCBS RI (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Boston College Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Bryant University Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Cigna (in-network in MA, RI)
  • EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Harvard Pilgrim (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Harvard Pilgrim/United (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Harvard Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Johnson and Wales University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Lesley University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • MIT Student and Affiliate Extended Insurance Plan (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Mass General Brigham (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Northeastern University Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Optum (in-network in MA, RI)
  • OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions (in-network in MA, RI)
  • Oscar Health (in-network in MA, RI)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in MA, RI)
  • United Healthcare Shared Services (in-network in MA, RI)
  • UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance (in-network in MA, RI)
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid (Ohio) (in-network in MA, RI)
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare (in-network in MA, RI)

Charmian Talbot is accepting clients using listed insurances, paying listed fees, or using health insurance out-of-network benefits other than:

  • Carelon
  • Carelon - Kaiser Medicare
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Kaiser
  • Tufts Health/Cigna


Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Charmian Talbot

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$150 (45min)
  • Initial session:$200 (60min)
  • Couples sessions:$0 (60min)
  • Group sessions:$0 (120min)
  • Family sessions:$180 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Credit Card must be on file before session begins for co pays etc

Self pay is optional.


Client testimonials

"I felt heard for the first time in a long time."
- Zencare client March 2025

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