Akua Boateng, PhD

Performing at a high level takes a lot, and it often takes something from the rest of your life. I work with high-achieving professionals, athletes and dual-career couples whose success on paper can hide burnout, anxiety, perfectionism or growing distance at home. With couples, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners understand the cycle they’re caught in, reconnect and rebuild trust. With individuals, I take a psychodynamic approach, looking beneath symptoms to what’s driving them, so change lasts. I bring 18 years of clinical experience, a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy and experience supporting the families of professional athletes in the NBA, NFL and professional tennis. I’ve consulted for organizations including the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and CBS, and I’ve been featured in more than 20 national outlets. All sessions are virtual, with evening times available. Private pay, with superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Free 15-minute consultation.