Therapists for Teens in Bolton, MA
![Photo of Michelle Grasso - Synergy Wellness Center, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d3d6036-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Synergy Wellness Center supports the emotional, physical, and spiritual health of wellness seekers, with a distinct focus on caregiver support. Whether you are caring for loved ones, or are a caregiver by profession, Synergy's seasoned team of mental health clinicians offer an eclectic array of clinical approaches to address anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and many other areas. Areas of expertise include DBT, DBT, Expressive Arts Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and more. Our team serves adults, youth, couples, and families. We look forward to serving you at our Hudson and Bolton locations and via telehealth.
Synergy Wellness Center supports the emotional, physical, and spiritual health of wellness seekers, with a distinct focus on caregiver support. Whether you are caring for loved ones, or are a caregiver by profession, Synergy's seasoned team of mental health clinicians offer an eclectic array of clinical approaches to address anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and many other areas. Areas of expertise include DBT, DBT, Expressive Arts Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and more. Our team serves adults, youth, couples, and families. We look forward to serving you at our Hudson and Bolton locations and via telehealth.
![Photo of Jessica Jenkins - Jessica Jenkins, LMHC, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e48a2ed-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am an LMHC educated at Lesley University with over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I walk beside you as you get back in touch with who you are, your true potential, what you need & deserve as you discover your personal truth, identity and voice. I utilize person-centered CBT, DBT, inner child work, motivational interviewing, psychodynamics, expressive and play therapies, mindfulness and strength-based positive psychology to reduce the symptoms causing distress. I treat individual children age 6 +, adolescents and adults and occassionally will offer group therapy.
I am an LMHC educated at Lesley University with over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I walk beside you as you get back in touch with who you are, your true potential, what you need & deserve as you discover your personal truth, identity and voice. I utilize person-centered CBT, DBT, inner child work, motivational interviewing, psychodynamics, expressive and play therapies, mindfulness and strength-based positive psychology to reduce the symptoms causing distress. I treat individual children age 6 +, adolescents and adults and occassionally will offer group therapy.
![Photo of Natalie Toth, MA, LMHC, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e0c3ea44-a767-420f-b4fb-9fd48145efdb/2/320x400.jpeg)
I enjoy working with people of all ages who are interested in finding meaning in and making peace with their lives. My high school English teacher left two indelible ideas in my head, a quote from Socrates "The unexamined life is not worth living" and the Latin question "Quo Vadis?" or "Where are you going?". Since then, I have not only held this sense of curiosity for my own journey but practiced the profession in which I get to be present with other people as they embrace curiosity for their own lives, face their challenges, losses and changes, heal their wounds, and find their directions.
I enjoy working with people of all ages who are interested in finding meaning in and making peace with their lives. My high school English teacher left two indelible ideas in my head, a quote from Socrates "The unexamined life is not worth living" and the Latin question "Quo Vadis?" or "Where are you going?". Since then, I have not only held this sense of curiosity for my own journey but practiced the profession in which I get to be present with other people as they embrace curiosity for their own lives, face their challenges, losses and changes, heal their wounds, and find their directions.
![Photo of Norah Benincasa Grigorieff, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8edabd50-74b3-4cf0-9398-82381ad48a77/2/320x400.jpeg)
Norah Benincasa Grigorieff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bolton, MA 01740 (Online Only)
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Jessica Marquis
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bolton, MA 01740 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Currently only meeting with clients via telemedicine. In my practice, I focus on creating a calming space where reflection is welcomed. I believe in the importance of a space where you can fully live in the present moment with your thoughts and feelings. Life can be filled with hardships, challenges, and transitions. Within this space, I make it a goal to support all of my clients in finding their inner needs, wants, and strengths that often become dismissed through the chaos of life. I take a holistic, collaborative, and person centered approach as I fully believe the client is the expert of themselves.
Currently only meeting with clients via telemedicine. In my practice, I focus on creating a calming space where reflection is welcomed. I believe in the importance of a space where you can fully live in the present moment with your thoughts and feelings. Life can be filled with hardships, challenges, and transitions. Within this space, I make it a goal to support all of my clients in finding their inner needs, wants, and strengths that often become dismissed through the chaos of life. I take a holistic, collaborative, and person centered approach as I fully believe the client is the expert of themselves.
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Ben Staines
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hudson, MA 01749
I have extensive training in Family Based Treatment (FBT / Maudsley) for adolescent eating disorders, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), social thinking, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I work with my clients to create a safe and collaborative environment where they feel listened to and supported. My approach is solution oriented and client centered with a focus on helping individuals and families set effective boundaries, learn helpful skills and implement healthy changes to move towards their goals. I've received specialized training in a variety of therapeutic models and will work with my clients to determine the best course of action and treatment plan that is right for them.
I have extensive training in Family Based Treatment (FBT / Maudsley) for adolescent eating disorders, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), social thinking, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I work with my clients to create a safe and collaborative environment where they feel listened to and supported. My approach is solution oriented and client centered with a focus on helping individuals and families set effective boundaries, learn helpful skills and implement healthy changes to move towards their goals. I've received specialized training in a variety of therapeutic models and will work with my clients to determine the best course of action and treatment plan that is right for them.
![Photo of Heather Percy, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1e2e5bbd-4054-4722-831a-49975f81680d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Whether you're an adolescent, a young adult, or an adult grappling with the weight of depression, anxiety, and daily stressors, my goal is to be your unwavering support. If you've found that the heavy burden of depression, anxiety, or the relentless strain of daily stressors is affecting your life, then I'm here to offer a helping hand. I'm committed to helping you identify and achieve your goals, guiding you as you navigate and manage these symptoms or stressors. Together, we can work towards a brighter future, where you can regain control over your life, find peace amidst the chaos, and rediscover your sense of balance.
Whether you're an adolescent, a young adult, or an adult grappling with the weight of depression, anxiety, and daily stressors, my goal is to be your unwavering support. If you've found that the heavy burden of depression, anxiety, or the relentless strain of daily stressors is affecting your life, then I'm here to offer a helping hand. I'm committed to helping you identify and achieve your goals, guiding you as you navigate and manage these symptoms or stressors. Together, we can work towards a brighter future, where you can regain control over your life, find peace amidst the chaos, and rediscover your sense of balance.
![Photo of Zaza S Sakhat - Chrysalis Therapy and Wellness, LICSW, SEP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e3d2986-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Chrysalis Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northborough, MA 01532
Mindfulness based therapeutic strategies are incorporated into the treatment plan to empower the child/ teen in gaining awareness, tuning into themselves emotionally, and coping through stressful times.
Like a butterfly emerging into life, a child requires safety, care, and attunement. I believe in supporting child and adolescent emotional growth and developmental processes throughout the life cycle especially when hardships are faced, such as, trauma, bullying, anxiety, and other concerns. My approach is collaborative as I work closely with the parents, schools, and other collaterals involved to enhance over all well-being in every capacity of the child's environment. Always stemming from a strength-based perspective, using Play and Expressive Art Therapies, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, and Somatic Experiencing.
Mindfulness based therapeutic strategies are incorporated into the treatment plan to empower the child/ teen in gaining awareness, tuning into themselves emotionally, and coping through stressful times.
Like a butterfly emerging into life, a child requires safety, care, and attunement. I believe in supporting child and adolescent emotional growth and developmental processes throughout the life cycle especially when hardships are faced, such as, trauma, bullying, anxiety, and other concerns. My approach is collaborative as I work closely with the parents, schools, and other collaterals involved to enhance over all well-being in every capacity of the child's environment. Always stemming from a strength-based perspective, using Play and Expressive Art Therapies, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, and Somatic Experiencing.
![Photo of Janice M Lundberg - Solutions Mental Health, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c2452c1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Due to experience with children/ adolescents with learning differences, I can usually assist these children in re-writing narratives, usually negative in comparison to others, in order to develop their own paths and goals.
Is depression or anxiety taking over your life? Are you finding communication with your child mission impossible? Just talking with a friend will only be a temporary solution. And enduring a bad situation will not help. I can offer either short or long term collaboraton aimed at meeting your current life challenges which block your realization towards greater life satisfaction. I can help you reduce that anxiety by assisting you to feel more in control over your life. I can help you to gain strength to go forward while bearing sadness. You do not have to take the journey alone.
Due to experience with children/ adolescents with learning differences, I can usually assist these children in re-writing narratives, usually negative in comparison to others, in order to develop their own paths and goals.
Is depression or anxiety taking over your life? Are you finding communication with your child mission impossible? Just talking with a friend will only be a temporary solution. And enduring a bad situation will not help. I can offer either short or long term collaboraton aimed at meeting your current life challenges which block your realization towards greater life satisfaction. I can help you reduce that anxiety by assisting you to feel more in control over your life. I can help you to gain strength to go forward while bearing sadness. You do not have to take the journey alone.
![Photo of Matthew Zaterka Going Places Counseling, LMHC, M Ed, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/651f28ef-0a7b-4bba-8bcf-abe4d694ac12/2/320x400.jpeg)
Matthew Zaterka Going Places Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, M Ed
Verified Verified
Northborough, MA 01532
Waitlist for new clients
When it comes to working with adolescents and young adults, I offer experience as both a clinical therapist and a school counselor providing an in-depth, comprehensive understanding of the challenges and issues facing this stage of life. As a specialist in adolescent and young adult mental health, I draw on the extensive knowledge, training, and direct experience I have gained from over 20 years as a school counselor and over 14 years as a therapist. It is this comprehensive background that I provide in working with a wide range of mental health and school-based challenges and issues.
When it comes to working with adolescents and young adults, I offer experience as both a clinical therapist and a school counselor providing an in-depth, comprehensive understanding of the challenges and issues facing this stage of life. As a specialist in adolescent and young adult mental health, I draw on the extensive knowledge, training, and direct experience I have gained from over 20 years as a school counselor and over 14 years as a therapist. It is this comprehensive background that I provide in working with a wide range of mental health and school-based challenges and issues.
![Photo of Shantelle Castle Licsw, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/12809a38-8684-416b-981a-e7f88694f93f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Shantelle Castle Licsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harvard, MA 01451
I specialize in working with all people; children, teens, adults, and their caregivers around symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, CPTSD, adjustment disorders, self harm, suicidality and mood disorders.
Are you a young child, teen, adult, or caregiver struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar mood disorder, trauma, eating disorders, or a personality disorder? Do you struggle to find strategies to help you manage your emotions? Has it begun to impact your relationships, interests, preferred activities? Shantelle has several years of experience as a clinical therapist, and is the Owner of Castle Counseling and Equity Consulting, LLC. Shantelle is an LICSW with a Master's Degree from Boston University. Shantelle is completing her Doctor of Social Work Degree at the University of Kentucky.
I specialize in working with all people; children, teens, adults, and their caregivers around symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, CPTSD, adjustment disorders, self harm, suicidality and mood disorders.
Are you a young child, teen, adult, or caregiver struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar mood disorder, trauma, eating disorders, or a personality disorder? Do you struggle to find strategies to help you manage your emotions? Has it begun to impact your relationships, interests, preferred activities? Shantelle has several years of experience as a clinical therapist, and is the Owner of Castle Counseling and Equity Consulting, LLC. Shantelle is an LICSW with a Master's Degree from Boston University. Shantelle is completing her Doctor of Social Work Degree at the University of Kentucky.
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Brittany Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Leominster, MA 01453
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with older teens and adults who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, Autism and/or PTSD.
Is this your first time searching for a therapist, or your 157th rodeo trying to find a clinician you click with? Are you helping a friend or loved one find a professional to process their feelings with, but have not yet considered taking care of you? Maybe you are a parent, teenager, or adult child yearning for a space to have meaningful, challenging conversations with your family? Or, perhaps you are just curious about how therapy could help you, and if you "need" it? If any of these questions resonate with you, you are not alone, and I would love to help you on this journey.
I have extensive experience working with older teens and adults who have anxiety, depression, mood disorders, Autism and/or PTSD.
Is this your first time searching for a therapist, or your 157th rodeo trying to find a clinician you click with? Are you helping a friend or loved one find a professional to process their feelings with, but have not yet considered taking care of you? Maybe you are a parent, teenager, or adult child yearning for a space to have meaningful, challenging conversations with your family? Or, perhaps you are just curious about how therapy could help you, and if you "need" it? If any of these questions resonate with you, you are not alone, and I would love to help you on this journey.
![Photo of Amy Moran, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2c7ff341-db8e-42c7-8714-9cded5ea5762/2/320x400.jpeg)
Amy Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leominster, MA 01453 (Online Only)
I serve children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families in the following areas: Teen Issues, Peer Pressure, Self Esteem, Parent/Child or Family Issues, Self-Harming Behaviors , Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Physical, Sexual, Emotional Abuse, Dual Diagnoses, Stress Management, Anger Management, and Adjustment Disorders.
I serve children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families in the following areas: Teen Issues, Peer Pressure, Self Esteem, Parent/Child or Family Issues, Self-Harming Behaviors , Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Physical, Sexual, Emotional Abuse, Dual Diagnoses, Stress Management, Anger Management, and Adjustment Disorders.
![Photo of Dale Sickles, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49cb218a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dale Sickles
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sterling, MA 01564 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Quality of Life Issues: Adult/Couples in transition; Relationship/marital conflict, job or life changes/parent TEEN conflicts, "adulting" issues.
Waitlist - leave detailed v-mail for call back: Bcbs of Mass. insurance and self-pay only Ty! It has been my experience that many of us become frozen by yesterday to the point that tomorrow evokes anxiety and today becomes lost. I will help you reconnect to the here and now & together we will design a treatment plan that will allow you to move past stuck and start living the life you deserve!
Quality of Life Issues: Adult/Couples in transition; Relationship/marital conflict, job or life changes/parent TEEN conflicts, "adulting" issues.
Waitlist - leave detailed v-mail for call back: Bcbs of Mass. insurance and self-pay only Ty! It has been my experience that many of us become frozen by yesterday to the point that tomorrow evokes anxiety and today becomes lost. I will help you reconnect to the here and now & together we will design a treatment plan that will allow you to move past stuck and start living the life you deserve!
![Photo of Angela Glisson - Northeast Health Services - Marlborough, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a721cbf4-a83d-4fa6-a54d-9dca9483d6db/1/320x400.png)
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Marlborough. At our Marlborough clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.
Northeast Health Services is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Massachusetts and the local area of Marlborough. At our Marlborough clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, group therapy, child & adolescent therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and medication management.
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Hello, my name is Shari Bennett, I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience as a therapist . In 1988 I opened Interactions Counseling and Intervention Center, a group private practice in Westford, MA. At Interactions we believe in treating the child and adolescent within the context of the family, school and larger community. For adults, we offer individual, family, and couples counseling, separately or in combination, so that the person can achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time. We collaborate with you to design a treatment plan that is unique to your specific needs.
Hello, my name is Shari Bennett, I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience as a therapist . In 1988 I opened Interactions Counseling and Intervention Center, a group private practice in Westford, MA. At Interactions we believe in treating the child and adolescent within the context of the family, school and larger community. For adults, we offer individual, family, and couples counseling, separately or in combination, so that the person can achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time. We collaborate with you to design a treatment plan that is unique to your specific needs.
![Photo of Sally Jane Sacks - Sacks and Associates Counseling Center, MEd, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bee464fd-77da-4861-b784-d7b5ce2a5b70/1/320x400.jpeg)
Specialties are relationship issues, anxiety, depression, cancer diagnosis, OCD,, parenting and adolescent issues.
Sally Sacks is a seasoned psychotherapist with years of experience. She takes an eclectic approach to counseling. "Use what works, and have a large bag of tricks!" Sally holds a Master's degree in Education/Psychology, and a Richard Bandler certification in neurolingiustic programming (NLP). Sally is trained in hypnosis, and energy therapies. All of these skills help to teach people how to communicate effectively, and therefore improve all relationships.
Specialties are relationship issues, anxiety, depression, cancer diagnosis, OCD,, parenting and adolescent issues.
Sally Sacks is a seasoned psychotherapist with years of experience. She takes an eclectic approach to counseling. "Use what works, and have a large bag of tricks!" Sally holds a Master's degree in Education/Psychology, and a Richard Bandler certification in neurolingiustic programming (NLP). Sally is trained in hypnosis, and energy therapies. All of these skills help to teach people how to communicate effectively, and therefore improve all relationships.
![Photo of Erika Reimers - Erika Reimers LICSW, LLC, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/83b9614d-fb60-433f-ac00-eb9b57dcc01f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Erika Reimers LICSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maynard, MA 01754
As I work within the family unit I seek to work with both caregivers and the adolescent(s).
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in private practice with over a decade of experience working with adolescents and their families in their homes and in the community. In addition to working with adolescents and their family's I see young adults ages 18-35 virtually. I do my best work with adolescents who “don’t like therapy” or who have struggled to connect or engage with other therapists in the past. This happens for lots of reasons–but one major one is that sometimes sitting in an office staring at one another just feels too threatening.
As I work within the family unit I seek to work with both caregivers and the adolescent(s).
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in private practice with over a decade of experience working with adolescents and their families in their homes and in the community. In addition to working with adolescents and their family's I see young adults ages 18-35 virtually. I do my best work with adolescents who “don’t like therapy” or who have struggled to connect or engage with other therapists in the past. This happens for lots of reasons–but one major one is that sometimes sitting in an office staring at one another just feels too threatening.
![Photo of Megan Elizabeth Johnson, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/461021b6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Megan Elizabeth Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Acton, MA 01720 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
And, it's fun! I also provide adolescent work for parents and children during this challenging transition in life.
My passion and dedication to the work is evident upon our first meeting. My positive energy stems from the belief that change is possible and I come to restore hope. I provide an open, compassionate and non judgmental space for my clients to explore their past and present lives. Collaboratively, we work together, at your pace, to obtain the goals that you identify. I believe that parenting is a journey that we undertake without a map and, at times, along the way, we all get lost. And, together, we can create a new path that feels good to you.
And, it's fun! I also provide adolescent work for parents and children during this challenging transition in life.
My passion and dedication to the work is evident upon our first meeting. My positive energy stems from the belief that change is possible and I come to restore hope. I provide an open, compassionate and non judgmental space for my clients to explore their past and present lives. Collaboratively, we work together, at your pace, to obtain the goals that you identify. I believe that parenting is a journey that we undertake without a map and, at times, along the way, we all get lost. And, together, we can create a new path that feels good to you.
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Erin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and has been working as a psychotherapist for over a decade. She has and a broad range of experience in a variety of settings. She provides individual psychotherapy for people managing issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, grief and loss, sexuality, relationships, stress, significant life events/transitions, self-harming, adolescent-focused issues and/or general life struggles. Erin's approach is client-centered and relational, drawing on one's strengths to help encourage healing and change.
Erin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and has been working as a psychotherapist for over a decade. She has and a broad range of experience in a variety of settings. She provides individual psychotherapy for people managing issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, grief and loss, sexuality, relationships, stress, significant life events/transitions, self-harming, adolescent-focused issues and/or general life struggles. Erin's approach is client-centered and relational, drawing on one's strengths to help encourage healing and change.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.