Female Therapists in Arlington, MA
I love working with people to explore ways to overcome challenges in life together. Many of my clients struggle with managing depression, anxiety, gender identity, emotion regulation and expression, dysfunctional family communication, traumatic experiences, as well as acculturation difficulties (you know, having trouble to "fit in" a new culture or a new environment). As many wise people said; if you are wonder about having a therapist, you should get one (me or someone else)!
I love working with people to explore ways to overcome challenges in life together. Many of my clients struggle with managing depression, anxiety, gender identity, emotion regulation and expression, dysfunctional family communication, traumatic experiences, as well as acculturation difficulties (you know, having trouble to "fit in" a new culture or a new environment). As many wise people said; if you are wonder about having a therapist, you should get one (me or someone else)!
Current Telehealth Openings! I am a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people manage anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment using evidence-based therapies where you can thrive. We work together to respond to life's stressors in ways that utilize your strengths and problem solving skills. I help support self-awareness and insight with a focus on responding to thoughts and emotions in ways that lead to more fulfillment in your life. I also support adults in parenting roles and with life transitions.
Current Telehealth Openings! I am a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people manage anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment using evidence-based therapies where you can thrive. We work together to respond to life's stressors in ways that utilize your strengths and problem solving skills. I help support self-awareness and insight with a focus on responding to thoughts and emotions in ways that lead to more fulfillment in your life. I also support adults in parenting roles and with life transitions.
Life is tough, precious, challenging, and full of possibilities. Yet, too often we find ourselves in survival mode just managing the overwhelming moments. Problem is, this pulls us further away from how we want to feel and be in the world. Whether that looks like depression, anxiety, substance use, traumatic reactions, self-harm, family conflict, or something a bit different- I am here to help. In therapy, we can change the way you relate to your suffering, finding relief and more space for the fun stuff. We will work to understand your thoughts, befriend your feelings, and shift behaviors so you can find a calmer state of being.
Life is tough, precious, challenging, and full of possibilities. Yet, too often we find ourselves in survival mode just managing the overwhelming moments. Problem is, this pulls us further away from how we want to feel and be in the world. Whether that looks like depression, anxiety, substance use, traumatic reactions, self-harm, family conflict, or something a bit different- I am here to help. In therapy, we can change the way you relate to your suffering, finding relief and more space for the fun stuff. We will work to understand your thoughts, befriend your feelings, and shift behaviors so you can find a calmer state of being.
Rachel Fernekees
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SAC, MAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474 (Online Only)
I support quite a few college students, young professionals, & women experiencing pregnancy and postpartum challenges.
Are you tired of the anxiety? Are you finding it difficult to concentrate and juggle demands? Are you looking for a professional you or your child will connect with? work at a pace that is comfortable for you and draw from your strengths to get you feeling better. You have inner wisdom and choices that will bring you solutions. People meet with me to find relief from symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and OCD. My style is warm, accepting & curious. I provide a unique treatment plan to suit your needs which incorporates evidence based practice and the structure of skills & behavior therapy if desired.
I support quite a few college students, young professionals, & women experiencing pregnancy and postpartum challenges.
Are you tired of the anxiety? Are you finding it difficult to concentrate and juggle demands? Are you looking for a professional you or your child will connect with? work at a pace that is comfortable for you and draw from your strengths to get you feeling better. You have inner wisdom and choices that will bring you solutions. People meet with me to find relief from symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and OCD. My style is warm, accepting & curious. I provide a unique treatment plan to suit your needs which incorporates evidence based practice and the structure of skills & behavior therapy if desired.
I am a Harvard Medical School and MGH-affiliated psychologist offering a compassionate, non-judgmental, strengths-based perspective with an active, collaborative therapeutic style. I draw from integrative, holistic, and evidence-based approaches to mental health and well-being, guided by the current research, and based on your unique background and needs. We will take into account multi-dimensional factors such as the biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and cultural aspects for a whole-person perspective within the context of your unique experiences. I offer many unique tools so we can use approaches that fit your needs.
I am a Harvard Medical School and MGH-affiliated psychologist offering a compassionate, non-judgmental, strengths-based perspective with an active, collaborative therapeutic style. I draw from integrative, holistic, and evidence-based approaches to mental health and well-being, guided by the current research, and based on your unique background and needs. We will take into account multi-dimensional factors such as the biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and cultural aspects for a whole-person perspective within the context of your unique experiences. I offer many unique tools so we can use approaches that fit your needs.
Accepting a few clients M-F, 9-5p. Telehealth only. Do you have "self-defeating" patterns that need to be addressed? My work is to guide you in transforming harmful personal thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors to create whole-self integration and alignment. I help individuals bring awareness to emotional blocks and patterns, allow space for them, and support in treating and transmuting those aspects for optimal living. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, grief, school, career or relational challenges, I am ready to support you in creating a cohesive relationship of mind, body, and spirit.
Accepting a few clients M-F, 9-5p. Telehealth only. Do you have "self-defeating" patterns that need to be addressed? My work is to guide you in transforming harmful personal thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors to create whole-self integration and alignment. I help individuals bring awareness to emotional blocks and patterns, allow space for them, and support in treating and transmuting those aspects for optimal living. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, grief, school, career or relational challenges, I am ready to support you in creating a cohesive relationship of mind, body, and spirit.
Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476 (Online Only)
With a deep focus on groups and family relationships, I specialize in assisting individuals who face fears of abandonment and loss of control, which can manifest in eating disorders, anxiety, and mood and personality disorders. By championing a healing journey centered on compassionate exploration, I employ effective strategies to help regulate emotions, alleviate stress, and promote self-discovery. My aim is to empower you to embark on a transformative journey equipped with courage and resilience. Together, we will chart a course towards profound healing and personal growth.
With a deep focus on groups and family relationships, I specialize in assisting individuals who face fears of abandonment and loss of control, which can manifest in eating disorders, anxiety, and mood and personality disorders. By championing a healing journey centered on compassionate exploration, I employ effective strategies to help regulate emotions, alleviate stress, and promote self-discovery. My aim is to empower you to embark on a transformative journey equipped with courage and resilience. Together, we will chart a course towards profound healing and personal growth.
Carita M Anderson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
Waitlist for new clients
At the Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality, we help patients to increase the emotional and physical connections in their lives, whether it is with a partner, children, parents, or themselves. Our patients find that we can facilitate their ability to look at tough issues, communicate with others, accept themselves, and reach mutually agreed upon goals. You can learn how to regulate your body, be less reactive, and have empathy and compassion for yourself and others. The only thing you have control over is how you respond in a situation.
At the Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality, we help patients to increase the emotional and physical connections in their lives, whether it is with a partner, children, parents, or themselves. Our patients find that we can facilitate their ability to look at tough issues, communicate with others, accept themselves, and reach mutually agreed upon goals. You can learn how to regulate your body, be less reactive, and have empathy and compassion for yourself and others. The only thing you have control over is how you respond in a situation.
Catherine Lee Christie
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for clients to explore life's issues and challenges and develop a positive sense of self. I use positivity, humor and creativity and my goal is to help people recognize their strengths and unique qualities, which can serve them on their path to wellness. I also engage clients in honest reflection of themselves and their relationships and help empower them to make any necessary changes in their lives that promote growth and healing. I have a client-centered, non-judgmental approach and welcome clients from all backgrounds.
I provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for clients to explore life's issues and challenges and develop a positive sense of self. I use positivity, humor and creativity and my goal is to help people recognize their strengths and unique qualities, which can serve them on their path to wellness. I also engage clients in honest reflection of themselves and their relationships and help empower them to make any necessary changes in their lives that promote growth and healing. I have a client-centered, non-judgmental approach and welcome clients from all backgrounds.
Judy Ashway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, BCD, ACSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
I have been a child & adolescent therapist for 49yrs., & I enjoy my work greatly. I also work with parents who want advice and guidance about parenting skills. Children can change much faster than adults, and that is why I love working with young people. I try to support their strengths, encourage their creativity, relate to them with warmth and humor. I also work with parents with children, and with parents with teens if teens want me to. I like the challenge of connecting with both children and teens, ages 4 to 20. Connecting requires intuition and open-heartedness.
I have been a child & adolescent therapist for 49yrs., & I enjoy my work greatly. I also work with parents who want advice and guidance about parenting skills. Children can change much faster than adults, and that is why I love working with young people. I try to support their strengths, encourage their creativity, relate to them with warmth and humor. I also work with parents with children, and with parents with teens if teens want me to. I like the challenge of connecting with both children and teens, ages 4 to 20. Connecting requires intuition and open-heartedness.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, my style is described as warm, empathic and open. Many clients begin treatment with a general sense of unease, based on anxiety, depression and loss. We work collaboratively at ways of thinking, feeling and behaving to gain clarity on processing experiences. Then, we carefully build coping techniques and skills to achieve healthier, happier ways of moving through the world.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, my style is described as warm, empathic and open. Many clients begin treatment with a general sense of unease, based on anxiety, depression and loss. We work collaboratively at ways of thinking, feeling and behaving to gain clarity on processing experiences. Then, we carefully build coping techniques and skills to achieve healthier, happier ways of moving through the world.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476 (Online Only)
I am currently not taking on couples work at this time. I am accepting pre-teen, teens and adults for individual counseling. I have been described by previous clients as compassionate, talented and goal oriented. I have been practicing in the counseling field for over 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and parents. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills needed to live happier and more balanced lives
I am currently not taking on couples work at this time. I am accepting pre-teen, teens and adults for individual counseling. I have been described by previous clients as compassionate, talented and goal oriented. I have been practicing in the counseling field for over 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and parents. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills needed to live happier and more balanced lives
Hayley Friel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474 (Online Only)
I am not accepting new clients. Feel free to email to be added to my waitlist. Clients reach out to me because they want something to change. It could be that you want to worry less, feel happier or more fulfilled in your relationships, increase motivation, reduce harsh self-criticism, or need some support with stressful transitions or losses. Maybe you are recognizing your current ways of coping with challenges aren't working as well as you'd like, and you want to explore new ones. If you feel like you are in a rut or can't seem to get out of your own way, therapy can help you figure it out and get to where you want to be.
I am not accepting new clients. Feel free to email to be added to my waitlist. Clients reach out to me because they want something to change. It could be that you want to worry less, feel happier or more fulfilled in your relationships, increase motivation, reduce harsh self-criticism, or need some support with stressful transitions or losses. Maybe you are recognizing your current ways of coping with challenges aren't working as well as you'd like, and you want to explore new ones. If you feel like you are in a rut or can't seem to get out of your own way, therapy can help you figure it out and get to where you want to be.
I strive for a space where each individual feel seen, heard and cared for. I aim to bring a warm hearted, respectful and non-judgmental presence in order to create safety to explore thoughts and feelings.
I strive for a space where each individual feel seen, heard and cared for. I aim to bring a warm hearted, respectful and non-judgmental presence in order to create safety to explore thoughts and feelings.
I am a therapist with over 20 years of experience working as a neuroscientist investigating the brain mechanisms of mental health conditions. I am currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the Director of the Stress Neurobiology Laboratory at McLean Hospital. I bring a unique, holistic approach that combines evidence-based therapies with a neuroscience-informed perspective.
I am a therapist with over 20 years of experience working as a neuroscientist investigating the brain mechanisms of mental health conditions. I am currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the Director of the Stress Neurobiology Laboratory at McLean Hospital. I bring a unique, holistic approach that combines evidence-based therapies with a neuroscience-informed perspective.
Renee Outland
Occupational Therapist, OTD, OTR/L
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474 (Online Only)
As a queer occupational therapist, I take a "build your own" approach to therapy that is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a belief that our bodies are deeply connected to our sense of self and our experience of the world around us. Disruptions in those connections can lead to many painful experiences, so repairing the body-self relationship is often part of the work my clients and I do together. I use your specific experiences rather than labels to guide my approach, so in each session I draw from sources like IFS, bodywork practices, relational theories, and a range of experiential modalities to find the best fit I can for you.
As a queer occupational therapist, I take a "build your own" approach to therapy that is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a belief that our bodies are deeply connected to our sense of self and our experience of the world around us. Disruptions in those connections can lead to many painful experiences, so repairing the body-self relationship is often part of the work my clients and I do together. I use your specific experiences rather than labels to guide my approach, so in each session I draw from sources like IFS, bodywork practices, relational theories, and a range of experiential modalities to find the best fit I can for you.
Maria Ramos | Sapphire Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a forensic mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience. Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of forensic and clinical settings, including the Massachusetts Department of Correction, Suffolk County jail, and other institutions. I have assessed, evaluated, and treated individuals for a range of mental health and forensic issues. Currently, I provide forensic and mental health counseling at Sapphire Counseling Services. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I have the privilege of offering services in both Spanish and English to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Welcome! I am a forensic mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience. Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of forensic and clinical settings, including the Massachusetts Department of Correction, Suffolk County jail, and other institutions. I have assessed, evaluated, and treated individuals for a range of mental health and forensic issues. Currently, I provide forensic and mental health counseling at Sapphire Counseling Services. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I have the privilege of offering services in both Spanish and English to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by emotions? Maybe you feel disconnected in your relationships or struggle with a sense of loneliness. Some people live with anxiety, depression, trauma and ADHD but have never received the right support. Do you want to find ways to heal and get to know your true self? Together we can explore the root causes of your symptoms and find the right tools to help you reach your goals.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by emotions? Maybe you feel disconnected in your relationships or struggle with a sense of loneliness. Some people live with anxiety, depression, trauma and ADHD but have never received the right support. Do you want to find ways to heal and get to know your true self? Together we can explore the root causes of your symptoms and find the right tools to help you reach your goals.
I provide evidence-based treatments for adults with OCD, perinatal OCD, and anxiety disorders. Having OCD makes it hard to be present in your life. You may be having anxious thoughts about contamination, the health of your baby, or something bad happening to someone you care about. You may be having scary, intrusive thoughts that don’t make sense and feel like the opposite of who you are. You find yourself repeating behaviors or reviewing situations in your mind to alleviate anxiety, but the thoughts and anxiety always return.
I provide evidence-based treatments for adults with OCD, perinatal OCD, and anxiety disorders. Having OCD makes it hard to be present in your life. You may be having anxious thoughts about contamination, the health of your baby, or something bad happening to someone you care about. You may be having scary, intrusive thoughts that don’t make sense and feel like the opposite of who you are. You find yourself repeating behaviors or reviewing situations in your mind to alleviate anxiety, but the thoughts and anxiety always return.
Ambivalence about change is universal to us all. It is scary to question the parts of ourselves that are no longer serving us, and invite space for something novel. In therapy with me, we will reflect upon the aspects of your life that are working for you, and places where you feel stuck, dissatisfied, or empty. Even the parts of yourself that feel the most frustrating, perplexing, or harmful have arisen in attempts to help you. Together, we will explore all of these parts with openness and curiosity. I work with individuals who are interested in this deep exploratory approach to themselves and their relationships.
Ambivalence about change is universal to us all. It is scary to question the parts of ourselves that are no longer serving us, and invite space for something novel. In therapy with me, we will reflect upon the aspects of your life that are working for you, and places where you feel stuck, dissatisfied, or empty. Even the parts of yourself that feel the most frustrating, perplexing, or harmful have arisen in attempts to help you. Together, we will explore all of these parts with openness and curiosity. I work with individuals who are interested in this deep exploratory approach to themselves and their relationships.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.