Parenting Psychiatrists in Wellesley, MA

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Lazaro Zayas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
As a Harvard-trained board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, I believe that excellent psychiatric care is centered on the whole person, not just on a diagnosis or a specific medication. With all that life demands, most people oftentimes struggle with complicated and conflicting feelings. The decision to seek help for your mental health is a big one and the path that leads to meaningful, positive change is not always an easy one. I hope to make this path as comfortable as possible by providing you with an understanding, warm environment that fosters positive change.
As a Harvard-trained board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, I believe that excellent psychiatric care is centered on the whole person, not just on a diagnosis or a specific medication. With all that life demands, most people oftentimes struggle with complicated and conflicting feelings. The decision to seek help for your mental health is a big one and the path that leads to meaningful, positive change is not always an easy one. I hope to make this path as comfortable as possible by providing you with an understanding, warm environment that fosters positive change.
(617) 762-5228 View (617) 762-5228
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Emily Mendez
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, RN, PMH-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
Remember, you do not have to be defined by labels or a diagnosis. You can make the choice to find the tools you need to succeed and live a joyful life. I’d love to help you get there. Visit my website or email me today to get started!
Remember, you do not have to be defined by labels or a diagnosis. You can make the choice to find the tools you need to succeed and live a joyful life. I’d love to help you get there. Visit my website or email me today to get started!
(413) 456-6485 View (413) 456-6485
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Miriam Dellheim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, ANP
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181
Some people are concerned that meds will change them or may have had a bad experience with meds. Some have had great success and want to continue or optimize treatment. With a comprehensive 90-minute eval, I work to understand your concerns and goals. You will not be treated as a label or an algorithm. Together, we create a dynamic plan to help you feel like the best you. When done with care, treatment can help you feel less down, tired or worried and feel more motivated, focused, and well without changing who you are or sedating or numbing you.
Some people are concerned that meds will change them or may have had a bad experience with meds. Some have had great success and want to continue or optimize treatment. With a comprehensive 90-minute eval, I work to understand your concerns and goals. You will not be treated as a label or an algorithm. Together, we create a dynamic plan to help you feel like the best you. When done with care, treatment can help you feel less down, tired or worried and feel more motivated, focused, and well without changing who you are or sedating or numbing you.
(774) 208-0561 View (774) 208-0561
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Margaret Hughes
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CPNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02482  (Online Only)
Margaret Hughes, PMHNP, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with degrees from Yale and Northeastern University. With a blend of clinical expertise and compassion, she specializes in providing comprehensive medication management, supportive therapy and genetic testing to individuals across the lifespan. She has a particular interest in college students and young adults and understands the unique challenges faced by these individuals, including academic pressure, identity formation, and the transition to independence.
Margaret Hughes, PMHNP, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with degrees from Yale and Northeastern University. With a blend of clinical expertise and compassion, she specializes in providing comprehensive medication management, supportive therapy and genetic testing to individuals across the lifespan. She has a particular interest in college students and young adults and understands the unique challenges faced by these individuals, including academic pressure, identity formation, and the transition to independence.
(617) 712-2391 View (617) 712-2391
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Nina Abelowitz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ANP-BC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02482
I'm OPEN to new clients! I'm a Nurse Practitioner with fourteen years of experience. I have cared for patients in primary care, oncology and psychiatry throughout the Boston and South Florida area.
I'm OPEN to new clients! I'm a Nurse Practitioner with fourteen years of experience. I have cared for patients in primary care, oncology and psychiatry throughout the Boston and South Florida area.
(978) 625-9708 View (978) 625-9708
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Jonathan Moran
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481
Not accepting new clients
Are you sad or anxious too much of the time? Stressed from work? Do you wish you could be closer to the people in your life? Are you feeling a little lost? Life is challenging and seeking help can be an important first step towards feeling better. I offer weekly or every other week psychotherapy for adults in a warm, empathic and private setting. As a physician, my practice may include medications, if clinically indicated. I look forward to working together so that you may achieve a rewarding and fulfilling life.
Are you sad or anxious too much of the time? Stressed from work? Do you wish you could be closer to the people in your life? Are you feeling a little lost? Life is challenging and seeking help can be an important first step towards feeling better. I offer weekly or every other week psychotherapy for adults in a warm, empathic and private setting. As a physician, my practice may include medications, if clinically indicated. I look forward to working together so that you may achieve a rewarding and fulfilling life.
(774) 221-7026 View (774) 221-7026

More Psychiatrists Nearby

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Jennifer Koch
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Belmont, MA 02478
If you are seeking individual therapy, parent guidance, CBT, family therapy, or parent coaching, please reach out to discuss how we can work together to reach your short or long-term goals.
Growing up and parenting, even under the best circumstances, are full of challenges. When you or your child is struggling, it makes each of those challenges even more difficult. Dr. Jennifer Koch specializes in helping adults and children navigate these difficult times whether they are brought on by life stressors, grief, behavior patterns, or illness. She works with individuals and their families to evaluate their circumstances, to provide personalized recommendations, and to address their concerns so that they may return to a more comfortable, peaceful way of life.
If you are seeking individual therapy, parent guidance, CBT, family therapy, or parent coaching, please reach out to discuss how we can work together to reach your short or long-term goals.
Growing up and parenting, even under the best circumstances, are full of challenges. When you or your child is struggling, it makes each of those challenges even more difficult. Dr. Jennifer Koch specializes in helping adults and children navigate these difficult times whether they are brought on by life stressors, grief, behavior patterns, or illness. She works with individuals and their families to evaluate their circumstances, to provide personalized recommendations, and to address their concerns so that they may return to a more comfortable, peaceful way of life.
(339) 777-6015 View (339) 777-6015
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Ayelet Barkai
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140
Areas of interest include depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, childhood emotional and behavioral difficulties, and LGBT issues.
People are often unaware of, and frustrated by, the emotional and relational roadblocks that repeatedly thwart them. I work with you to clarify and understand these issues and their origins, to help you effect positive change. I believe that the self-understanding that catalyzes such change is best reached by cultivating a psychotherapeutic relationship in which compassionate, honest and constructive communication can occur. I strive to create an environment that encourages the development of empathic and reflective self-awareness, recognizes and fosters resilience, and promotes your optimal well-being.
Areas of interest include depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, childhood emotional and behavioral difficulties, and LGBT issues.
People are often unaware of, and frustrated by, the emotional and relational roadblocks that repeatedly thwart them. I work with you to clarify and understand these issues and their origins, to help you effect positive change. I believe that the self-understanding that catalyzes such change is best reached by cultivating a psychotherapeutic relationship in which compassionate, honest and constructive communication can occur. I strive to create an environment that encourages the development of empathic and reflective self-awareness, recognizes and fosters resilience, and promotes your optimal well-being.
(617) 440-3237 View (617) 440-3237
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Cristina Desa
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, PMH-NP, APRN-NP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02453
Parenting is challenging and ever-changing.
My passion lies in helping parents support their children and adolescents who are navigating the challenges of ADHD and anxiety. What I Offer: ADHD coaching sessions, CBT educational program, medication management, a personalized treatment by providing thoughtful and safe medication options when necessary.
Parenting is challenging and ever-changing.
My passion lies in helping parents support their children and adolescents who are navigating the challenges of ADHD and anxiety. What I Offer: ADHD coaching sessions, CBT educational program, medication management, a personalized treatment by providing thoughtful and safe medication options when necessary.
(978) 440-2025 View (978) 440-2025
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Diana M Gamser
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
I am a Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. I have experience in providing diagnostic assessment, ongoing psychotherapy, parent guidance, medication (psychopharmacology) treatment and consultations. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I have served as a psychiatric consultant to a university counselling service, and I continue to work with middle, high school, and college age students. My approach draws on my training in a wide variety of treatment modalities, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and family work.
I am a Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. I have experience in providing diagnostic assessment, ongoing psychotherapy, parent guidance, medication (psychopharmacology) treatment and consultations. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I have served as a psychiatric consultant to a university counselling service, and I continue to work with middle, high school, and college age students. My approach draws on my training in a wide variety of treatment modalities, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and family work.
(617) 674-1087 View (617) 674-1087
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Kristin S. Budde
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, MA 02478
(I also have a special place in my heart for fertility- and pregnancy-related concerns, and for those dealing with the relentless stress of modern-day parenting.
TL;DR: Thoughtful prescribing and sharp psychotherapy for anxious, high-functioning, well-meaning people, usually in midst of upheaval (e.g. college, young adulthood, new parenthood, ailing loved ones, etc.)
(I also have a special place in my heart for fertility- and pregnancy-related concerns, and for those dealing with the relentless stress of modern-day parenting.
TL;DR: Thoughtful prescribing and sharp psychotherapy for anxious, high-functioning, well-meaning people, usually in midst of upheaval (e.g. college, young adulthood, new parenthood, ailing loved ones, etc.)
(857) 990-9844 View (857) 990-9844
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Joy Dana Riskin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
I am a psychiatrist in private practice for over 20 years, treating patients by integrating psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and, when indicated psychopharmacology. As a physician, I am able to evaluate patients with symptoms which may be medical or psychiatric in origin, understanding the mind-body connection. I see a broad range of patients, some suffering from major mental illness to those healthy individuals seeking to learn more about themselves. A major focus of my private practice is working with college and graduate students. I see students as young as seniors in high school and consult to parents of college age students around the country.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice for over 20 years, treating patients by integrating psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and, when indicated psychopharmacology. As a physician, I am able to evaluate patients with symptoms which may be medical or psychiatric in origin, understanding the mind-body connection. I see a broad range of patients, some suffering from major mental illness to those healthy individuals seeking to learn more about themselves. A major focus of my private practice is working with college and graduate students. I see students as young as seniors in high school and consult to parents of college age students around the country.
(617) 934-8635 View (617) 934-8635
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Omar Sultan Haque M D Ph D
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, MTS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Greetings! I specialize in individualized and compassionate psychiatric treatment with evidence-based medical interventions. With expert medication management, I aspire to help our patients recover and return to their lives and relationships feeling whole again.
Greetings! I specialize in individualized and compassionate psychiatric treatment with evidence-based medical interventions. With expert medication management, I aspire to help our patients recover and return to their lives and relationships feeling whole again.
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Rebecca Blair
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CPNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medfield, MA 02052
I have been a pediatric nurse practitioner since 2014 in primary care settings where I supported pediatric patients' physical and mental health. Through this role, I gained ample experience treating ADHD, depression, and anxiety in pediatric and adolescent populations. I completed Duke University's PMHNP program, during which time I worked with adolescent and adult populations in community healthcare clinics, a partial-hospital program and an emergency department. I have training in CBT and have studied DBT. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a special interest in providing care for youth and families.
I have been a pediatric nurse practitioner since 2014 in primary care settings where I supported pediatric patients' physical and mental health. Through this role, I gained ample experience treating ADHD, depression, and anxiety in pediatric and adolescent populations. I completed Duke University's PMHNP program, during which time I worked with adolescent and adult populations in community healthcare clinics, a partial-hospital program and an emergency department. I have training in CBT and have studied DBT. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a special interest in providing care for youth and families.
(508) 444-9818 View (508) 444-9818
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Amanda Sims
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459
I am a Harvard trained psychiatrist, with expertise in both psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment. I have been in private practice for almost 20 years, working extensively with women's mental health issues. I have helped my clients navigate emerging young adulthood, eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy and the postpartum period, and menopause. I am an integrative psychiatrist, that believes in exploring and treating the underlying physiological causes of mental illnesses, and combine nutraceuticals and complementary treatment with pharmacotherapy.
I am a Harvard trained psychiatrist, with expertise in both psychotherapy and pharmacological treatment. I have been in private practice for almost 20 years, working extensively with women's mental health issues. I have helped my clients navigate emerging young adulthood, eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy and the postpartum period, and menopause. I am an integrative psychiatrist, that believes in exploring and treating the underlying physiological causes of mental illnesses, and combine nutraceuticals and complementary treatment with pharmacotherapy.
(617) 648-7244 View (617) 648-7244
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Jacine Yael Vilches
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Framingham, MA 01701  (Online Only)
Ideal client is an adult struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma. etc looking for the best expert psychiatric care, motivated to improve their mental health but feel stuck and overwhelmed. High-achieving professionals or students who find their mental health challenges interfering with their lives. They want to regain a sense of control/balance through customized treatment plans, medication management, compassionate therapy, and holistic solutions. Empathetic support, enhancement of mental wellness, professional guidance, flexible scheduling all available.
Ideal client is an adult struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma. etc looking for the best expert psychiatric care, motivated to improve their mental health but feel stuck and overwhelmed. High-achieving professionals or students who find their mental health challenges interfering with their lives. They want to regain a sense of control/balance through customized treatment plans, medication management, compassionate therapy, and holistic solutions. Empathetic support, enhancement of mental wellness, professional guidance, flexible scheduling all available.
(617) 925-9508 View (617) 925-9508
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Kelly Krcmarik
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients for virtual appointments. - Your and your family’s mental health is a priority, but you haven’t found the help you need. You’re working so hard, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and you’re exhausted. Or maybe it’s about your child and you can’t help but wonder if the worries, fears, and irritability are affecting their friendships, academics, and goals. You’re ready for a change. You want a doctor who is going to work with you on a personalized plan for your unique needs. You want a doctor who brings a flexible, attentive, and well-rounded approach to treatment. We can help.
Accepting new patients for virtual appointments. - Your and your family’s mental health is a priority, but you haven’t found the help you need. You’re working so hard, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and you’re exhausted. Or maybe it’s about your child and you can’t help but wonder if the worries, fears, and irritability are affecting their friendships, academics, and goals. You’re ready for a change. You want a doctor who is going to work with you on a personalized plan for your unique needs. You want a doctor who brings a flexible, attentive, and well-rounded approach to treatment. We can help.
(857) 425-1787 View (857) 425-1787
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Ainat Koren
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
Are you feeling overwhelmed by sudden changes, transitions or challenging times? Are you dealing with depression,anxiety, sleep issues as a result? I offer in person and Tele Mental Health Services.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by sudden changes, transitions or challenging times? Are you dealing with depression,anxiety, sleep issues as a result? I offer in person and Tele Mental Health Services.
(339) 214-9322 View (339) 214-9322
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Dr. Ellen Elizabeth Sampson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, GNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Roxbury, MA 02132
I am a Psychiatric and Geriatric Board Certified Nurse Practitioner who enjoys working closely with my patients to help them find ways to understand and improve their quality of life. I believe that everyone has issues which can become problems if not understood and addressed as life is a process with many stages. My job is to help you to find ways to cope and give you hope and good outcomes by the use of counseling, education, medications or other alternatives.
I am a Psychiatric and Geriatric Board Certified Nurse Practitioner who enjoys working closely with my patients to help them find ways to understand and improve their quality of life. I believe that everyone has issues which can become problems if not understood and addressed as life is a process with many stages. My job is to help you to find ways to cope and give you hope and good outcomes by the use of counseling, education, medications or other alternatives.
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Linda Kim
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135  (Online Only)
My patients often share with me that they look forward to their appointments with me as an opportunity to heal, to learn, and to grow in ways that were surprising to them. I am passionate about offering a holistic and inviting approach to emotional health treatment. I consider myself an integrative psychiatrist, and therefore utilize functional/precision medicine approaches with testing for hormone and stress levels, using HRV and DUTCH tests, to provide a comprehensive plan you. I attended medical school at Tufts University, and completed my adult residency program at Harvard Medical School (MGH/McLean).
My patients often share with me that they look forward to their appointments with me as an opportunity to heal, to learn, and to grow in ways that were surprising to them. I am passionate about offering a holistic and inviting approach to emotional health treatment. I consider myself an integrative psychiatrist, and therefore utilize functional/precision medicine approaches with testing for hormone and stress levels, using HRV and DUTCH tests, to provide a comprehensive plan you. I attended medical school at Tufts University, and completed my adult residency program at Harvard Medical School (MGH/McLean).
(617) 410-4519 View (617) 410-4519

Parenting Psychiatrists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.