Therapists in Uphams Corner, Boston, MA
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Dr. Caroline Abbott
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02127 (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer working. I have new openings for Summer/Fall 2024 via telehealth. Outside of my part-time private practice, I am also on faculty at Harvard Medical School and work as a Clinical Psychologist at the VA Boston Healthcare System. I earned my doctoral degree from the University of Delaware and completed my internship and postdoctoral fellowship in the Boston VA Healthcare System. It is my goal to help people make meaningful change to enhance their lives and cope with challenges.
I work with individuals and couples feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer working. I have new openings for Summer/Fall 2024 via telehealth. Outside of my part-time private practice, I am also on faculty at Harvard Medical School and work as a Clinical Psychologist at the VA Boston Healthcare System. I earned my doctoral degree from the University of Delaware and completed my internship and postdoctoral fellowship in the Boston VA Healthcare System. It is my goal to help people make meaningful change to enhance their lives and cope with challenges.
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Elizabeth Magnavita
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Welcome! Asking for help is never easy, but it is a huge step! Having someone to support you in your journey can have a powerful impact in your life. I am passionate about helping you make positive changes, navigate life's difficulties, and identify and work towards your goals. My approach focuses on integrative healing, emphasizing balanced self-care, engaging in the arts, nutrition, and exercise and movement. I will bring compassion, creativity, sensitivity, humor, warmth, accountability, and insight to our work together.
Welcome! Asking for help is never easy, but it is a huge step! Having someone to support you in your journey can have a powerful impact in your life. I am passionate about helping you make positive changes, navigate life's difficulties, and identify and work towards your goals. My approach focuses on integrative healing, emphasizing balanced self-care, engaging in the arts, nutrition, and exercise and movement. I will bring compassion, creativity, sensitivity, humor, warmth, accountability, and insight to our work together.
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Do you sometimes feel misunderstood or unexpectedly stuck in parts of your daily life? Do you find yourself struggling to keep up with seemingly unyielding expectations or endless demands on your time? Are you experiencing change in your relationships, health or work? Do you want to move beyond old habits and ways of thinking?
Do you sometimes feel misunderstood or unexpectedly stuck in parts of your daily life? Do you find yourself struggling to keep up with seemingly unyielding expectations or endless demands on your time? Are you experiencing change in your relationships, health or work? Do you want to move beyond old habits and ways of thinking?
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Licensed in MA & NC. Accepting BCBS for NC residents only. I truly believe that empowered people can face any challenge that comes their way. Helping those that are willing to face their fears and connect the dots over various life experiences, provides for great therapeutic work to be done for any client. I want to help my clients grow and walk away from therapy feeling that they have transformed.
Licensed in MA & NC. Accepting BCBS for NC residents only. I truly believe that empowered people can face any challenge that comes their way. Helping those that are willing to face their fears and connect the dots over various life experiences, provides for great therapeutic work to be done for any client. I want to help my clients grow and walk away from therapy feeling that they have transformed.
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Kristen Fletcher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I am excited to engage in meaningful therapy with folks experiencing a variety of life stressors and/or mental health diagnoses. I specialize in assisting clients (young adults & adults) who may be experiencing symptoms related to anxiety/panic disorders, depression and mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma and PTSD, as well as relationship challenges, adjustment difficulties, and general life stressors. I seek to provide a warm and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment to create a space for clients to feel safe to reflect, process, and explore their external & internal experiences.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I am excited to engage in meaningful therapy with folks experiencing a variety of life stressors and/or mental health diagnoses. I specialize in assisting clients (young adults & adults) who may be experiencing symptoms related to anxiety/panic disorders, depression and mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma and PTSD, as well as relationship challenges, adjustment difficulties, and general life stressors. I seek to provide a warm and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment to create a space for clients to feel safe to reflect, process, and explore their external & internal experiences.
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Levi Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Are you finding it hard to break free of the same disagreements, while feeling unheard or unrecognized by your partner? I enjoy working with couples and individuals that are struggling with communication, trust, anxiety, depression, recurring disagreements, infidelity and affair recovery, sexual challenges, performance anxiety, and evolving relationship structures. If you want to improve your relationship while addressing what's been avoided in the past, I think we could be a good fit. For couples in crisis, we could discuss Discernment Counseling or an Intensive as a way to address concerns immediately.
Are you finding it hard to break free of the same disagreements, while feeling unheard or unrecognized by your partner? I enjoy working with couples and individuals that are struggling with communication, trust, anxiety, depression, recurring disagreements, infidelity and affair recovery, sexual challenges, performance anxiety, and evolving relationship structures. If you want to improve your relationship while addressing what's been avoided in the past, I think we could be a good fit. For couples in crisis, we could discuss Discernment Counseling or an Intensive as a way to address concerns immediately.
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Silvia DaRe, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Perhaps you find it difficult to establish healthy relationships; or despite your commitment and willingness to change, you continue to suffer, feeling anxious, depressed, drifting away from the person you'd like to be. Maybe you feel emotions that you can't name and/or manage. Together we can understand and work with what you are experiencing. I have decades of experience in the field of psychotherapy working with families, couples and individuals, and I specialize in the treatment of trauma using state-of-the-art, evidence-based approaches.
Perhaps you find it difficult to establish healthy relationships; or despite your commitment and willingness to change, you continue to suffer, feeling anxious, depressed, drifting away from the person you'd like to be. Maybe you feel emotions that you can't name and/or manage. Together we can understand and work with what you are experiencing. I have decades of experience in the field of psychotherapy working with families, couples and individuals, and I specialize in the treatment of trauma using state-of-the-art, evidence-based approaches.
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April Salvaterra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02124 (Online Only)
New Client Openings for May 2024! I am dedicated to helping others find their own path to personal fulfillment. I believe each of us can expand on the ways we deal with stress and relationships. I'm committed to creating a warm, interactive and compassionate therapeutic environment and have experience treating issues of anxiety, depression, parenting, relational stress, life transitions and trauma. Post pandemic life has created so many new sources of pressure and hardship, while often weakening our supports and connections. I believe therapy is a comforting and effective way to focus on our self care and well being.
New Client Openings for May 2024! I am dedicated to helping others find their own path to personal fulfillment. I believe each of us can expand on the ways we deal with stress and relationships. I'm committed to creating a warm, interactive and compassionate therapeutic environment and have experience treating issues of anxiety, depression, parenting, relational stress, life transitions and trauma. Post pandemic life has created so many new sources of pressure and hardship, while often weakening our supports and connections. I believe therapy is a comforting and effective way to focus on our self care and well being.
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Laura Aubuchon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unsure of how to cope with life’s challenges? I am here to help. I am an independently licensed clinical social worker dedicated to supporting individuals across the lifespan in navigating life's challenges. With a specialization in young adults and a holistic approach to mental health, I provide compassionate and evidence-based therapy to help you thrive. With nearly a decade of experience in the field, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, honing my skills in providing effective, tailored treatment for a range of concerns.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unsure of how to cope with life’s challenges? I am here to help. I am an independently licensed clinical social worker dedicated to supporting individuals across the lifespan in navigating life's challenges. With a specialization in young adults and a holistic approach to mental health, I provide compassionate and evidence-based therapy to help you thrive. With nearly a decade of experience in the field, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, honing my skills in providing effective, tailored treatment for a range of concerns.
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Ariel Turok Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02124 (Online Only)
Originally from New York, I have been building a community in the Boston area for about 8 years. I was a sensitive kid myself. I struggled with depression, a father who had a chronic illness, and some big feelings. When I was a kid I benefited from talking and playing with a therapist. That helped inspire my career in working with children and young people around big feelings and experiences that can come up. I also spent time traveling and living in Colombia and South America in my 20s. I learned about the power of the environment, systems, culture, etc. in shaping who we are as people.
Originally from New York, I have been building a community in the Boston area for about 8 years. I was a sensitive kid myself. I struggled with depression, a father who had a chronic illness, and some big feelings. When I was a kid I benefited from talking and playing with a therapist. That helped inspire my career in working with children and young people around big feelings and experiences that can come up. I also spent time traveling and living in Colombia and South America in my 20s. I learned about the power of the environment, systems, culture, etc. in shaping who we are as people.
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Lee Forest, LMHC
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02130 (Online Only)
We all just want to be happy, but what that means is different for every person. If you're LGBTQ+ and don't have the support you need from people in your home, work, or school environment, it may be more challenging to live your happiest self. Especially since the pandemic, we may feel even more isolated and in need of support. Coming from a social justice framework, I use a blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, and mindfulness based therapy, to help my clients build coping skills, greater trust in their innate healing abilities, and finding their inner truth.
We all just want to be happy, but what that means is different for every person. If you're LGBTQ+ and don't have the support you need from people in your home, work, or school environment, it may be more challenging to live your happiest self. Especially since the pandemic, we may feel even more isolated and in need of support. Coming from a social justice framework, I use a blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, and mindfulness based therapy, to help my clients build coping skills, greater trust in their innate healing abilities, and finding their inner truth.
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Dr. Sheri Shahriar
MA, PsyaD
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Oftentimes we face challenges that block us from leading a satisfying life or even reach our greatest potential. These roadblocks can be difficult to understand and even harder to work through them ourselves. My passion is to provide individuals with a compassionate emotional space where feelings, thoughts and ideas can be safely expressed, giving way to a deeper understanding and clarity of the self.
Oftentimes we face challenges that block us from leading a satisfying life or even reach our greatest potential. These roadblocks can be difficult to understand and even harder to work through them ourselves. My passion is to provide individuals with a compassionate emotional space where feelings, thoughts and ideas can be safely expressed, giving way to a deeper understanding and clarity of the self.
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Jennifer Kadlik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
Congratulations on your first step to finding help from whatever issue(s) you feel may be holding you back! Truth be told, there is a time in everyone's life when an outsider's perspective is helpful in reframing whatever it is we have going on. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I've had the pleasure of working with hundreds of individuals and families struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, parentings issues, relationship problems and trauma.
Congratulations on your first step to finding help from whatever issue(s) you feel may be holding you back! Truth be told, there is a time in everyone's life when an outsider's perspective is helpful in reframing whatever it is we have going on. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I've had the pleasure of working with hundreds of individuals and families struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, parentings issues, relationship problems and trauma.
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Jennifer L Jordan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02127 (Online Only)
Over the last 8 years, I have worked in PreK-12th grade settings, including private, public and day treatment environments. I started to practice telehealth exclusively over a year ago. I have training and experience in supporting individuals of all ages with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family conflicts, LGBTQ+ topics, trauma, consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, gender dysphoria, communication, guilt and shame, and more.
Over the last 8 years, I have worked in PreK-12th grade settings, including private, public and day treatment environments. I started to practice telehealth exclusively over a year ago. I have training and experience in supporting individuals of all ages with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family conflicts, LGBTQ+ topics, trauma, consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, gender dysphoria, communication, guilt and shame, and more.
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My practice is: Queer/ Trans-affirming, Neurodiversity-affirming, Body positive, Fat positive, Sex positive, Kink-affirming, and Poly/Non-Monogamy-affirming. I work with individuals and relationships. I like to establish up front that I am a safe person to correct, call-out, interrupt, disagree and argue with. It will not impact our therapeutic relationship. You are the expert of your own life.
My practice is: Queer/ Trans-affirming, Neurodiversity-affirming, Body positive, Fat positive, Sex positive, Kink-affirming, and Poly/Non-Monogamy-affirming. I work with individuals and relationships. I like to establish up front that I am a safe person to correct, call-out, interrupt, disagree and argue with. It will not impact our therapeutic relationship. You are the expert of your own life.
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Vanessa Fuentes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADCI
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02124 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a Christian Counselor who is dedicated to helping people heal and recover from mental health and substance abuse problems. I offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, substance abuse, and relationship issues.
Welcome! I am a Christian Counselor who is dedicated to helping people heal and recover from mental health and substance abuse problems. I offer treatment for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, substance abuse, and relationship issues.
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Alexa Zippin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02118 (Online Only)
I utilize many different treatment approaches in my work with kids, teens, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I strive to create an open and safe environment for my clients, to help them feel comfortable feeling and expressing their emotions. Together we can work on any challenges that may come your way.
I utilize many different treatment approaches in my work with kids, teens, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I strive to create an open and safe environment for my clients, to help them feel comfortable feeling and expressing their emotions. Together we can work on any challenges that may come your way.
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Sondermind - Therapy That Works.
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
SonderMind is your mental health home. Our provider group of over 10,000 mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to improve the lives of our clients through accessible and personalized care. We provide our clients with all the tools and resources to live happier, healthier lives. We understand the importance of finding the right therapist that fits your unique needs and, most importantly – that it actually works. Find a therapist who is available today to see you now. Stop searching and start moving forward with SonderMind.
SonderMind is your mental health home. Our provider group of over 10,000 mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to improve the lives of our clients through accessible and personalized care. We provide our clients with all the tools and resources to live happier, healthier lives. We understand the importance of finding the right therapist that fits your unique needs and, most importantly – that it actually works. Find a therapist who is available today to see you now. Stop searching and start moving forward with SonderMind.
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Youngsuk Kim
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02108 (Online Only)
Independent of my job at MGH/Harvard Medical School as a clinical psychologist, I see clients in my private practice (Psychological Care and Consultancy, PLLC). I provide video telehealth only. I have extensive experience treating adults and 65+ suffering from anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, stresses associated with relationship and family conflicts, and educational and occupational concerns. I also have experience working with health professionals, high-functioning autism, late teens, and military service members. I am licensed in MA and RI.
Independent of my job at MGH/Harvard Medical School as a clinical psychologist, I see clients in my private practice (Psychological Care and Consultancy, PLLC). I provide video telehealth only. I have extensive experience treating adults and 65+ suffering from anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, stresses associated with relationship and family conflicts, and educational and occupational concerns. I also have experience working with health professionals, high-functioning autism, late teens, and military service members. I am licensed in MA and RI.
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Adam Kleger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Uphams Corner, Boston, MA 02125 (Online Only)
Congratulations on taking this courageous step towards self-improvement through individual counseling. Whether life feels stable or uncertain, we all encounter moments where our coping mechanisms falter. I believe in tailoring therapy to suit each client's unique needs, recognizing the individuality of every person who walks through my door.
Congratulations on taking this courageous step towards self-improvement through individual counseling. Whether life feels stable or uncertain, we all encounter moments where our coping mechanisms falter. I believe in tailoring therapy to suit each client's unique needs, recognizing the individuality of every person who walks through my door.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Uphams Corner, Boston, MA
30+
Average cost per session
$152
Therapists in Uphams Corner, Boston, MA who prioritize treating:
97% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
77% | Self Esteem |
77% | Stress |
74% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Life Transitions |
71% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
75% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
71% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Uphams Corner, Boston, MA see their clients
80% | Online Only | |
20% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Uphams Corner, Boston?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.