Brandon Kirkwood
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside feel overwhelmed or disconnected. Many high-achieving students carry the weight of expectations from family, culture, and society. That pressure can leave you exhausted, unsure of yourself, and out of touch with your own needs. I create space for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and other historically marginalized students to slow down and be known, accepted, and supported as their full selves.
I help students work through identity questions, relationship concerns, stress, burnout, imposter feelings, and the impact of trauma. My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. You’ll have space to explore the deeper roots of what you're carrying while also building real-world tools to feel more grounded, empowered, and connected. You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Working with me means having a steady, supportive space where you can be real, ask hard questions, and grow at your own pace. We’ll focus on what matters most to you while exploring who you are and what you need to feel more whole. I offer virtual sessions for students anywhere in Massachusetts and would be honored to support you as you move through this next chapter.
I provide therapy through Intersect Clinical Services, a preferred provider for Boston-area students. We accept UHC StudentResources and Aetna Student Health with minimal or no out-of-pocket costs.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Career Concerns College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Identity Development Life Transitions Perfectionism Race Based Trauma Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Social Anxiety Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Brandon Kirkwood is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Harvard Pilgrim Point32Health Tufts Tufts Student Insurance (StudentResources) UnitedHealthcare StudentResourcesPaperwork:
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
1144918335Rates
Rates not providedPractice Hours
| Monday | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | -- |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Attachment-based Career Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Emotion-focused therapy Existential Feminist Insight Therapy Integrative Internal Family Systems (IFS) Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) Motivational Interviewing Multicultural Psychodynamic Relational Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Strength-Based Trauma FocusedModalities
Couples IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
First-Gen Immigrants International LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of ColorMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 5
- License(s): MA-PSY10000344
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
- Race(s): Black or African American
- Gender(s): Cisgender, Man
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
- Religion(s): Agnostic