Anxiety Therapists in Allston, MA
Areas of focus also include anxiety, trauma, and navigating emotions.
Dedicating time and attention to our own needs can feel overwhelming for so many of us. My goal is to support and challenge you as you jump into the journey of self-advocacy and compassion. I work alongside you as you come through the moments that feel endless, the emotions that feel confusing, and the thoughts that feel overpowering. Together, we can identify strategies to find clarity within your emotions.
Areas of focus also include anxiety, trauma, and navigating emotions.
Dedicating time and attention to our own needs can feel overwhelming for so many of us. My goal is to support and challenge you as you jump into the journey of self-advocacy and compassion. I work alongside you as you come through the moments that feel endless, the emotions that feel confusing, and the thoughts that feel overpowering. Together, we can identify strategies to find clarity within your emotions.
Therapy is one way to identify and move through feelings and issues that are either long or short standing. Helping yourself and giving yourself the space and permission to explore, forgive, and grow is a human right. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, Personality and Bipolar disorders; utilizing a psychodynamic base to build a daily functionality in which you can move forward in your life. Psychodynamic therapy relies on you identifying and bringing forth how you are feeling, thinking and noticing about yourself. I am here to listen, reflect and support you.
Therapy is one way to identify and move through feelings and issues that are either long or short standing. Helping yourself and giving yourself the space and permission to explore, forgive, and grow is a human right. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, Personality and Bipolar disorders; utilizing a psychodynamic base to build a daily functionality in which you can move forward in your life. Psychodynamic therapy relies on you identifying and bringing forth how you are feeling, thinking and noticing about yourself. I am here to listen, reflect and support you.
Lily Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
I believe everyone deserves a warm, safe space to process life's experiences, so that is what I strive to provide! I specialize in supporting young adults, adults, and college students to compassionately navigate their inner world- working through things like anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors/transitions, self worth, identity, and relationships. I support my clients in learning to connect to their emotions, understanding how external experiences have shaped internal patterns, healing wounds of the past, finding effective coping strategies, and working towards self-acceptance to create meaningful change.
I believe everyone deserves a warm, safe space to process life's experiences, so that is what I strive to provide! I specialize in supporting young adults, adults, and college students to compassionately navigate their inner world- working through things like anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors/transitions, self worth, identity, and relationships. I support my clients in learning to connect to their emotions, understanding how external experiences have shaped internal patterns, healing wounds of the past, finding effective coping strategies, and working towards self-acceptance to create meaningful change.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who values individualized, person-centered psychotherapy where the therapeutic relationship is the catalyst for change, growth, and healing. I have worked with varying age groups across residential, in-home, and outpatient settings. I specialize in treating adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with OCD, substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and difficult life circumstances.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who values individualized, person-centered psychotherapy where the therapeutic relationship is the catalyst for change, growth, and healing. I have worked with varying age groups across residential, in-home, and outpatient settings. I specialize in treating adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with OCD, substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and difficult life circumstances.
Center for Anxiety & Related Disorders at Boston U
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134
We also offer week long intensive treatments for panic disorder or specific phobias.
Immediate Openings 9/1/24! I currently direct and treat patients at CARD at Boston University. We provide evidence-based clinical services - primarily CBT, to individuals of all backgrounds. CBT is a skills based therapy meant to enhance coping strategies for those suffering from emotional difficulties. It focuses on understanding the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to foster positive changes. At CARD, we specialize in helping adults and children address a wide range of anxiety disorders and related challenges such as difficulties with mood, sleep, concentration, and pain.
We also offer week long intensive treatments for panic disorder or specific phobias.
Immediate Openings 9/1/24! I currently direct and treat patients at CARD at Boston University. We provide evidence-based clinical services - primarily CBT, to individuals of all backgrounds. CBT is a skills based therapy meant to enhance coping strategies for those suffering from emotional difficulties. It focuses on understanding the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to foster positive changes. At CARD, we specialize in helping adults and children address a wide range of anxiety disorders and related challenges such as difficulties with mood, sleep, concentration, and pain.
Kelsey Lima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
I am a therapist with a warm and humorous style. My practice focuses on supporting people living with anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, or grief who choose to not worry alone. I teach people how to regulate stress and reframe experiences. Also, I help people with brain, violence-related injuries or neurological diseases build a more compassionate relationship with difficult emotions and ignite a new sense of meaning. Although I work with people of all ages, I often work with students, people 13-64 yo, and healthcare professionals.
I am a therapist with a warm and humorous style. My practice focuses on supporting people living with anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, or grief who choose to not worry alone. I teach people how to regulate stress and reframe experiences. Also, I help people with brain, violence-related injuries or neurological diseases build a more compassionate relationship with difficult emotions and ignite a new sense of meaning. Although I work with people of all ages, I often work with students, people 13-64 yo, and healthcare professionals.
Grace Lawton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Whether you are looking to overcome anxiety or depression, process trauma, or work on relationships/dating, I am actively invested in motivating you to challenge negative thinking, change undesired patterns, and embrace your true potential.
I offer individual, couples & group psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, taking an integrative holistic approach to treatment. If you are navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, depression, family/relationship conflicts, trauma, women's issues, low self-esteem, impulsivity, or a life transition, we may be a good fit! My expertise is in integrative psychotherapy, where I draw from a variety of modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, ACT, relational & strengths-based approaches to provide individualized treatment. If you have a spiritual practice or faith, I also incorporate your faith and spiritual practices into our work.
Whether you are looking to overcome anxiety or depression, process trauma, or work on relationships/dating, I am actively invested in motivating you to challenge negative thinking, change undesired patterns, and embrace your true potential.
I offer individual, couples & group psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, taking an integrative holistic approach to treatment. If you are navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, depression, family/relationship conflicts, trauma, women's issues, low self-esteem, impulsivity, or a life transition, we may be a good fit! My expertise is in integrative psychotherapy, where I draw from a variety of modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, ACT, relational & strengths-based approaches to provide individualized treatment. If you have a spiritual practice or faith, I also incorporate your faith and spiritual practices into our work.
Helen Ni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Although the road to wellness is not linear, there is hope, and change is possible. Depression and anxiety, worry, stress, and feeling overwhelmed- these are all familiar concerns and normal in the human experience. We've all experienced it. Sometimes they can be difficult to manage and that's when talk therapy can be incredibly useful. But most important: I'm glad you're here. Let's build a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Although the road to wellness is not linear, there is hope, and change is possible. Depression and anxiety, worry, stress, and feeling overwhelmed- these are all familiar concerns and normal in the human experience. We've all experienced it. Sometimes they can be difficult to manage and that's when talk therapy can be incredibly useful. But most important: I'm glad you're here. Let's build a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Roxana Albut Sahlean
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allston, MA 02134
Waitlist for new clients
If you are here, I believe you can see, even if not clearly, that there are other - better - possibilities for you. I do not think of psychotherapy as the process of eliminating illness, rather that of creating health. Receiving a diagnosis may provide a measure of relief, but in the end it is just a description of symptoms. The real work, in my mind, is that of discovering your true potential and actualizing it. I consider it an honor and privilege to be invited as guide on such a journey, whether you come to me as a patient suffering from depression, anxiety or grief, or as a therapist looking for guidance and supervision.
If you are here, I believe you can see, even if not clearly, that there are other - better - possibilities for you. I do not think of psychotherapy as the process of eliminating illness, rather that of creating health. Receiving a diagnosis may provide a measure of relief, but in the end it is just a description of symptoms. The real work, in my mind, is that of discovering your true potential and actualizing it. I consider it an honor and privilege to be invited as guide on such a journey, whether you come to me as a patient suffering from depression, anxiety or grief, or as a therapist looking for guidance and supervision.
In addition to OCD and anxiety disorders (e.
Hello and welcome! I specialize in evidence-based treatments for OCD and anxiety. Outside of my private practice, I am also on faculty at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. Anxiety and fear can limit our lives in a number of ways, leading us to withdraw from people and activities we care about. In therapy, we will use cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, mindfulness techniques, and emotion regulation skills to work toward approaching difficult situations, changing unhelpful behaviors, and building a life worth living.
In addition to OCD and anxiety disorders (e.
Hello and welcome! I specialize in evidence-based treatments for OCD and anxiety. Outside of my private practice, I am also on faculty at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. Anxiety and fear can limit our lives in a number of ways, leading us to withdraw from people and activities we care about. In therapy, we will use cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, mindfulness techniques, and emotion regulation skills to work toward approaching difficult situations, changing unhelpful behaviors, and building a life worth living.
Julia Cannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
In my practice, I guide clients through life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Accepting new clients! I am so glad you’re here. My goal is to offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share your inner world. I believe in compassionate support and collaboration, helping you find clarity and healing at your own pace. I use evidence-based practices (DBT, CBT) & IFS to help you develop tools to improve your experience of your life. I also utilize Liberation Health Theory to unlearn harmful societal messages. Humor is part of my approach to keep sessions relaxed and engaging. Nobody wants to feel like they’re talking to a wall! I show up authentically in sessions and hope you feel comfortable doing the same.
In my practice, I guide clients through life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Accepting new clients! I am so glad you’re here. My goal is to offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share your inner world. I believe in compassionate support and collaboration, helping you find clarity and healing at your own pace. I use evidence-based practices (DBT, CBT) & IFS to help you develop tools to improve your experience of your life. I also utilize Liberation Health Theory to unlearn harmful societal messages. Humor is part of my approach to keep sessions relaxed and engaging. Nobody wants to feel like they’re talking to a wall! I show up authentically in sessions and hope you feel comfortable doing the same.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a background in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. I have helped adults and youth in various degrees of mental health crises and settings. In building a therapeutic partnership, I can help you set short-term goals, build skills to manage symptoms of anxiety/depression, break down tasks during challenging life transitions, practice communication skills, or delve deeper to address traumas with individualized care in a non-judgmental environment.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a background in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University. I have helped adults and youth in various degrees of mental health crises and settings. In building a therapeutic partnership, I can help you set short-term goals, build skills to manage symptoms of anxiety/depression, break down tasks during challenging life transitions, practice communication skills, or delve deeper to address traumas with individualized care in a non-judgmental environment.
I have immediate openings M-F for both virtual and in-person sessions. Email is the best way to reach out to me. I work well with college-age students and young professionals. I had the experiences of living in different countries/cities, which fostered my interest and passion for supporting immigrants, bi-racial/multi-racial clients, and international students with struggles in life transitions. I also worked in the foster care system, school system, and private practice to help kids and young adults/professionals to work on their anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
I have immediate openings M-F for both virtual and in-person sessions. Email is the best way to reach out to me. I work well with college-age students and young professionals. I had the experiences of living in different countries/cities, which fostered my interest and passion for supporting immigrants, bi-racial/multi-racial clients, and international students with struggles in life transitions. I also worked in the foster care system, school system, and private practice to help kids and young adults/professionals to work on their anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
depression, anxiety disorders, substance misuse, or family communication challenges).
Doc Wayne is a Boston-based, award-winning mental health provider leading the field of sport-based therapy. We provide training, tools, and services that address emotional, behavioral, traumatic, racial, gender, and cultural-based barriers by providing equitable access to better mental health for all. Since 2010, Doc Wayne has expanded to serve over 2,500 youth and adults each week through programs including Chalk Talk Group Therapy, Therapeutic Recess, and the Community Clinic. Each of our programs is designed to assist youth and adults with different mental health needs, ensuring they have the best quality support available.
depression, anxiety disorders, substance misuse, or family communication challenges).
Doc Wayne is a Boston-based, award-winning mental health provider leading the field of sport-based therapy. We provide training, tools, and services that address emotional, behavioral, traumatic, racial, gender, and cultural-based barriers by providing equitable access to better mental health for all. Since 2010, Doc Wayne has expanded to serve over 2,500 youth and adults each week through programs including Chalk Talk Group Therapy, Therapeutic Recess, and the Community Clinic. Each of our programs is designed to assist youth and adults with different mental health needs, ensuring they have the best quality support available.
Jialin Xiang
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdM
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to help individuals heal from past experiences and develop effective ways to cope with anxiety.
I am a compassionate and dedicated Chinese counselor. Being a Chinese woman myself, I have a profound understanding of the unique challenges that Asian individuals face in the American context. I strongly believe that culture plays a significant role in shaping our mental health. It influences our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Recognizing this, I am committed to empowering Asian individuals living in the United States.
My goal is to help individuals heal from past experiences and develop effective ways to cope with anxiety.
I am a compassionate and dedicated Chinese counselor. Being a Chinese woman myself, I have a profound understanding of the unique challenges that Asian individuals face in the American context. I strongly believe that culture plays a significant role in shaping our mental health. It influences our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Recognizing this, I am committed to empowering Asian individuals living in the United States.
Margaret Fasolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
I have expertise in working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, gender-identity and trauma.
Accepting new clients. Often, people have difficulty finding treatment that meets their needs. As a licensed independent clinical social worker, I have provided therapy for adolescents, adults and members of LGBTQ+ community for over fourteen years. I also specifically treat people with neurological disorders.
I have expertise in working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, gender-identity and trauma.
Accepting new clients. Often, people have difficulty finding treatment that meets their needs. As a licensed independent clinical social worker, I have provided therapy for adolescents, adults and members of LGBTQ+ community for over fourteen years. I also specifically treat people with neurological disorders.
Do not worry about people judgement.
The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud
Do not worry about people judgement.
The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud
Analisa Savini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Analisa worked as an individual and group therapist in a Partial Hospitalization Program where she treated a wide variety of mental health issues including mood, personality, panic, substance use, and thought disorders.
Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker (LICSW) in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle with addiction, codependency, and complex trauma. Analisa empowers her clients to step into their strength and healing using a holistic and humanistic perspective. She is excited to work with motivated individuals from all walks of life. As an advocate for social justice, Analisa recognizes the intersectionality that exists between race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, faith, and socioeconomic status with individual treatment concerns. She prioritizes emotional safety for her clients.
Analisa worked as an individual and group therapist in a Partial Hospitalization Program where she treated a wide variety of mental health issues including mood, personality, panic, substance use, and thought disorders.
Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker (LICSW) in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle with addiction, codependency, and complex trauma. Analisa empowers her clients to step into their strength and healing using a holistic and humanistic perspective. She is excited to work with motivated individuals from all walks of life. As an advocate for social justice, Analisa recognizes the intersectionality that exists between race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, faith, and socioeconomic status with individual treatment concerns. She prioritizes emotional safety for her clients.
I specialize in helping adults move through challenging transitions and transformations, transcend and heal traumas, and repair pathways for greater resiliency. This allows you to get to know the Self on a profoundly deep level, and to be working in harmony with the functions of your internal system. The tools are already within. Sometimes, we just need to be shown how to access them. I will not be giving you a fish, I will be teaching you to fish. My approach is holistic and individualized to meet your needs. I find the most effective approach is when we combine experiential therapies with talk therapy and rapport.
I specialize in helping adults move through challenging transitions and transformations, transcend and heal traumas, and repair pathways for greater resiliency. This allows you to get to know the Self on a profoundly deep level, and to be working in harmony with the functions of your internal system. The tools are already within. Sometimes, we just need to be shown how to access them. I will not be giving you a fish, I will be teaching you to fish. My approach is holistic and individualized to meet your needs. I find the most effective approach is when we combine experiential therapies with talk therapy and rapport.
Katherine O'brien
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently taking referrals for a waitlist which may be 6 months or longer. If you would like to be added to the waitlist please send me an email. I recognize that individuals seek mental health counseling for a variety of reasons. Thus, it is my mission to provide individualized treatment to help you meet your mental health goals. From daily stressors associated with social injustice and COVID to managing chronic and persistent mental illness, I look forward to joining you on your journey to your optimal mental health.
I am currently taking referrals for a waitlist which may be 6 months or longer. If you would like to be added to the waitlist please send me an email. I recognize that individuals seek mental health counseling for a variety of reasons. Thus, it is my mission to provide individualized treatment to help you meet your mental health goals. From daily stressors associated with social injustice and COVID to managing chronic and persistent mental illness, I look forward to joining you on your journey to your optimal mental health.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.