Therapists in Charlestown, Boston, MA

I work with clients that face challenges with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, grief/trauma, social-relational issues, self esteem, and goal attainment. An honest and comfortable feeling with the therapist is the key to a successful outcome. My emphasis is to create an environment that provides clients to feel safe, validated, and understood.

My style is warm and casual, creating a dialogue that results in mutual insight and understanding. I like to take an active role in the discussion and use humor while providing an inviting environment to explore the problems and successes of your life. My approach is based in the Psychodynamic, Acceptance/Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR and Mindfulness traditions. I've worked in private practice since 2008 and also at the VA where I am a therapist for veterans in Boston. I graduated from Smith College School for Social Work in Northampton, MA and have practiced in the Boston area since.

Accepting new clients in NY and MA, for virtual appointments only. Sometimes the roads we chose to traverse become less easy to navigate as situations change, circumstances reach beyond our control, or life simply needs some readjusting to get back on track. I strive to provide individual clients and couples with a vehicle to discover the answers that they seek about themselves and their relationships. I help clients learn the tools they need to navigate the road on their own, and find the healing that they desire.

Do you need help getting unstuck? Do you feel paralyzed by mental noise you can't seem to shake. Maybe you feel life is missing something but you can't figure out what. If you're struggling with uncertainty, the endless cycle of "what ifs" or persistent feelings of fear, doubt, and anxiety, I want you to know that there's a better way. While the decision to seek treatment can be daunting, it opens the door to self-preservation and getting your life back. Using proven techniques, we work to change the relationship we have with these thoughts while improving your sense of self and inner wholeness.

I provide outpatient counseling to individuals, couples, and families dealing with a diverse array of issues including but not limited to trauma, grief and loss, substance use and abuse, anxiety and mood disorders, relationship issues, stress management, eating disorders, academic / career counseling,and general crisis intervention.I have over 20 yrs experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings and choose treatment techniques / modalities on a case by case basis in order to facilitate effective individualized treatment. I also assist with referrals for additional services such as medication management as indicated.

A licensed psychologist since 1983, I learned early the vast importance of insight into the life experiences and other factors that determine a person's emotional balance. I have worked with a wide range of adults, from those with significant mental illness to those motivated by a desire for self-knowledge, including other mental health professionals. I encourage deep reflection, reading and a wellness-oriented lifestyle. My clients learn to see me as a guide with knowledge of psychodynamics who will encourage and promote their self-development throughout the adult lifecycle.

My practice is dedicated to the treatment of complex forms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and related conditions. I use an innovative approach, known as Inferential- Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), which was developed for the treatment of OCD specifically. ICBT focuses on a doubting process, unique to obsessions, where reality and perception are overridden by imagined, irrelevant and/or implausible. ICBT is a remarkable "game-changer" for those suffering from severe OCD. ICBT also adds great value to older generations of CBT commonly used to treat other forms of anxiety

We believe that emotional stability is the hallmark of success. It is no surprise that highly successful people dedicate substantial amount of time and effort to the their emotional wellbeing. Understanding the thoughts, feelings and response triangulation helps individuals overcome most mental and emotional distress. Whether it’s a career change, starting a business, choosing a long term partner or choosing where to live. Most of the things that hold us back are deeply embedded in our subconscious mind. Fortunately, that’s also where our secrets to success are hidden too. Let’s help you break the unhealthy pattern & build new ones

I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Florida. I attended a Christian college for my undergraduate degree at Eastern Nazarene a college affiliated through the church of the Nazarene. The social work department at the college mirrored and was taught social work through a Christian perspective and philosophies taken from the stories of the bible. I completed my graduate degree at Simmons School of Social Work in Boston Massachusetts, getting an MSW, and an Urban Leadership certificate.

Christina Chen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 4 years experience in the mental health field, and 2 years in a college setting. She is passionate about assisting and supporting young to older adults in their experiences and challenges, with empathy and a hollistic view. Christina specializes in anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.

Hannah Elliott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Tampa and a Master of Social Work from Boston College. Hannah believes in providing a non-judgmental, strengths-based, and client-centered approach to treatment. She strives to partner with the client to formulate a treatment plan that utilizes their strengths and supports. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys going to the Cape, crafting, reading, traveling, and spending time with loved ones.

Do you find yourself worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet? Anticipating the worst? Overthinking every little thing and letting your feelings spiral out of control? Are you a people pleaser but then find yourself overwhelmed, frustrated, irritable and always putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own? Does everything feel harder than you think it should? Symptoms of anxiety and depression are often exacerbated by the way we think about and perceive a situation. Changing the way we think we can, in turn, change how we feel.

I am a Boston-based Clinical Psychologist that takes a relational, empathic approach to treatment. I assist couples, adults, and young adults in achieving psychological and interpersonal health and wellness by fostering a safe and trusting space where they can explore, process, and move through life's difficulties. I understand that each of us have unique strengths, challenges, identities, and life experiences. I work with each client to tailor treatment to their individual needs so they can reach their personal and relational goals, address concerns impacting their well-being, and move towards personal growth and healing.

Taking the first step to seek help from a licensed therapist is the best way to put things into perspective and start the process of achieving your life goals and realizing your fullest potential. If you are experiencing feelings of insecurity, vulnerability, anger, lack of purpose, and/or absence of motivation, this is the time to address situations that are making you feel this way. As your therapist, we will work collaboratively to help create long-lasting changes that will lead to living a happier and more fulfilling life. Together we will examine unhealthy life patterns and explore key solutions that work for you.

Naomi Dyson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who is experienced with counseling adults through life transitions, relationship issues, chronic and acute health issues, caregiver stress, depression, and anxiety. Naomi is also passionate about supporting healthcare workers and other frontline workers during these difficult times, and she has 4 years of experience within the medical environment.

I'm a neurodiverse, Hispanic, LMHC ready to help identify and accomplish goals based on your needs. Experienced with diverse populations and advocating for culturally relevant mental health treatment. I follow a dynamic approach, meeting people where they're at and building on strengths. / Consejera hispana y neurodiversa, lista para ayudar a identificar y lograr metas que se ajusten a tu necesidad. Tengo experiencia con comunicades diversas y abogando por servicios de salud mental culturalmente sensibles y accesibles. Sigo un acercamiento terapéutico psicodinámico; ajustado a la necesidad actual y construyendo desde las fortalezas.

Do you feel unappreciated, unseen, and unheard? Do you often put the needs of others before your own because “That’s the way things have always been”? Are you questioning your purpose in life, feeling lost, as if life is happening “to you”? Are you struggling to make time for yourself, feel stressed, or overwhelmed? Do you find making time for yourself, relationships, work, or health challenging?Whether you are dealing with cycles of anxiety, depression, a relationship, significant life transition, or you feel overwhelmed as a single parent of a child with special needs, I'm here to help.

Judenie Dabel is a recent graduate student seeking her LMHC with unique experience and background. She is a Haitian-American born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. Her clinical training started on a Domestic Violence team for an outpatient non-profit. She continued her training at a Black and woman-founded telehealth counseling clinic. She has worked with clients from ages 4 to 40. Judenie enjoys working with teens, young adults, and adults. She specializes in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and other related challenges.

Azizi Carle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Texas who has over 10 years of experience counseling adults, children, and families. Azizi, better known as Zee, has worked with individuals seeking help for depression, trauma, anger, loss, women's issues, and relationship concerns. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Framingham State College and received her Masters in Social Work from Simmons College.