Therapists in Boston, MA
Amy Bichsel Pacheco Piña
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISCW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) along with experiential therapy.
I wonder if you ever feel like you are in a thunderstorm with no shelter in sight? Or your worries are so heavy that they spill into your dreams? To be human is to struggle. Maybe you have been struggling for a long time or maybe just a short while. No matter what storm you are weathering, I am here to walk beside you and help you find shelter. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, grief/loss and self worth. Difficulties in life are usually more complex than just falling into one category or another; but know that you are seen. Together, we can find a healing approach that works best for you.
I use evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) along with experiential therapy.
I wonder if you ever feel like you are in a thunderstorm with no shelter in sight? Or your worries are so heavy that they spill into your dreams? To be human is to struggle. Maybe you have been struggling for a long time or maybe just a short while. No matter what storm you are weathering, I am here to walk beside you and help you find shelter. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, grief/loss and self worth. Difficulties in life are usually more complex than just falling into one category or another; but know that you are seen. Together, we can find a healing approach that works best for you.
Rachel Vadney
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
, CBT, ACT) with strength-based approaches.
I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, young adult, or professional dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship issues, you're not alone! I take a warm, collaborative, and tailored approach that positions you as the expert of your own experience.
, CBT, ACT) with strength-based approaches.
I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, young adult, or professional dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship issues, you're not alone! I take a warm, collaborative, and tailored approach that positions you as the expert of your own experience.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
As a therapist, I deeply believe in the profound impact of self-awareness, empathy, and genuine connection. I am a strong advocate for holistic healing, acknowledging the intricate link between the mind, body, and soul. In my practice, I integrate various evidence-based therapeutic techniques, such as Person-Centered, Empowerment, Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Acceptance and Commitment, and Psychodynamic approaches. My ultimate goal is to support clients in cultivating their fullest potential.
As a therapist, I deeply believe in the profound impact of self-awareness, empathy, and genuine connection. I am a strong advocate for holistic healing, acknowledging the intricate link between the mind, body, and soul. In my practice, I integrate various evidence-based therapeutic techniques, such as Person-Centered, Empowerment, Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Acceptance and Commitment, and Psychodynamic approaches. My ultimate goal is to support clients in cultivating their fullest potential.
I draw specifically from humanistic, relational, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral approaches to support my clients in enhancing self-awareness/insight, reducing distress, and ultimately achieving a greater quality of life.
I provide individual psychotherapy for late adolescents and adults presenting with a wide range of clinical presentations and backgrounds. I practice from an integrative lens utilizing a variety of theoretical perspectives, with the goals of fostering a collaborative and authentic therapeutic environment to meet the individual needs of my clients. I have more specialized experience with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, family of origin concerns, college mental health, and trauma/PTSD.
I draw specifically from humanistic, relational, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral approaches to support my clients in enhancing self-awareness/insight, reducing distress, and ultimately achieving a greater quality of life.
I provide individual psychotherapy for late adolescents and adults presenting with a wide range of clinical presentations and backgrounds. I practice from an integrative lens utilizing a variety of theoretical perspectives, with the goals of fostering a collaborative and authentic therapeutic environment to meet the individual needs of my clients. I have more specialized experience with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, family of origin concerns, college mental health, and trauma/PTSD.
Kate Greenberg
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
, CBT, DBT, and ACT) aimed at empowering you to experience more self-compassion and joy.
I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, young adult, or professional experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or neurodivergence, you're not alone! I approach each therapeutic relationship afresh with curiosity about you and your story, and believe that therapy is a space for sharing the load together as things are processed.
, CBT, DBT, and ACT) aimed at empowering you to experience more self-compassion and joy.
I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, young adult, or professional experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or neurodivergence, you're not alone! I approach each therapeutic relationship afresh with curiosity about you and your story, and believe that therapy is a space for sharing the load together as things are processed.
My orientation includes cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness training and meditation.
I work with adults and older adolescents with the challenges of mood disorders(depression), anxiety, stress, relationships, self esteem, major life transitions(marriage, divorce, loss) and college adjustment. The focus of my work is helping clients make positive changes in order to have greater balance in life. My optimistic approach is that growth is a transformative opportunity and can be achieved through the engagement with a competent and caring counselor. I would like to work with you to change negative thoughts, decrease feelings of anxiety and alter unhelpful patterns of behavior.
My orientation includes cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness training and meditation.
I work with adults and older adolescents with the challenges of mood disorders(depression), anxiety, stress, relationships, self esteem, major life transitions(marriage, divorce, loss) and college adjustment. The focus of my work is helping clients make positive changes in order to have greater balance in life. My optimistic approach is that growth is a transformative opportunity and can be achieved through the engagement with a competent and caring counselor. I would like to work with you to change negative thoughts, decrease feelings of anxiety and alter unhelpful patterns of behavior.
I believe in a collaborative, relational approach to counseling, also often incorporating mindfulness practices and elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
While I believe every person is the ultimate expert in themselves, I think therapy provides a powerful opportunity for partnership and guidance. In a safe, nonjudgmental space, people are able to explore new elements of their lives and selves, to identify goals and values, and to examine the ways current patterns are either supporting or hindering those goals. My job as a therapist is to help create that safe space with you, to encourage you along your process of exploration, and to provide reflection and guidance where it may be helpful.
I believe in a collaborative, relational approach to counseling, also often incorporating mindfulness practices and elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
While I believe every person is the ultimate expert in themselves, I think therapy provides a powerful opportunity for partnership and guidance. In a safe, nonjudgmental space, people are able to explore new elements of their lives and selves, to identify goals and values, and to examine the ways current patterns are either supporting or hindering those goals. My job as a therapist is to help create that safe space with you, to encourage you along your process of exploration, and to provide reflection and guidance where it may be helpful.
I use a multidimensional approach consisting of CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and elements of Psychodynamic Therapy, all through a trauma-informed lens.
Therapy offers a chance to change things up. Each is its own little safe haven designed to release difficult emotions and gain different perspectives from the one that keeps us stuck. Let me help you clear out the cobwebs of your life! My goal is to create a warm environment that fosters real human connection that leaves you feeling like you are part of something bigger than yourself.
I use a multidimensional approach consisting of CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and elements of Psychodynamic Therapy, all through a trauma-informed lens.
Therapy offers a chance to change things up. Each is its own little safe haven designed to release difficult emotions and gain different perspectives from the one that keeps us stuck. Let me help you clear out the cobwebs of your life! My goal is to create a warm environment that fosters real human connection that leaves you feeling like you are part of something bigger than yourself.
She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), relational therapy, and overall wellness.
Emily Daniels is a master's level Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a few years of experience in mental health. She is passionate about helping adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families develop positive coping skills and creating a therapeutic relationship. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, women's issues, life transitions, overall wellness, and self-care. Her background is working with people experiencing homelessness, in which there was a large focus on trauma and its impact. Emily is working toward her LMHC and is eager to embark on a fulfilling journey as a clinician.
She utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), relational therapy, and overall wellness.
Emily Daniels is a master's level Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a few years of experience in mental health. She is passionate about helping adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families develop positive coping skills and creating a therapeutic relationship. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, women's issues, life transitions, overall wellness, and self-care. Her background is working with people experiencing homelessness, in which there was a large focus on trauma and its impact. Emily is working toward her LMHC and is eager to embark on a fulfilling journey as a clinician.
I am licensed in MA and NY. I am straightforward, helping clients achieve behavioral change towards living in line with their values and priorities. I provide treatment that is founded on evidence based principles, meaning that I base treatment on knowledge gleaned from research and science while allowing for flexibility to accommodate to the individuals with whom I work. I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities and work from within an acceptance based cognitive behavior therapy framework. Balancing acceptance of our experiences and channeling our strengths towards behavior change is, I find, the most useful path forward.
I am licensed in MA and NY. I am straightforward, helping clients achieve behavioral change towards living in line with their values and priorities. I provide treatment that is founded on evidence based principles, meaning that I base treatment on knowledge gleaned from research and science while allowing for flexibility to accommodate to the individuals with whom I work. I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities and work from within an acceptance based cognitive behavior therapy framework. Balancing acceptance of our experiences and channeling our strengths towards behavior change is, I find, the most useful path forward.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach blends psychodynamic, relational, and cognitive-behavioral theories, emphasizing strengths, collaboration, and self-exploration.
Welcome! I’m so glad you are here. I specialize in couples therapy, guiding relationships towards healing and improved communication. My expertise also extends to supporting parents and individuals through fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum transition. In addition, I assist individuals with life transitions from college, jobs, relationships and more. I create a safe, validating environment where clients feel deeply heard. Each session reflects my commitment to fostering understanding and empowerment in daily life.
My therapeutic approach blends psychodynamic, relational, and cognitive-behavioral theories, emphasizing strengths, collaboration, and self-exploration.
Welcome! I’m so glad you are here. I specialize in couples therapy, guiding relationships towards healing and improved communication. My expertise also extends to supporting parents and individuals through fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum transition. In addition, I assist individuals with life transitions from college, jobs, relationships and more. I create a safe, validating environment where clients feel deeply heard. Each session reflects my commitment to fostering understanding and empowerment in daily life.
New Hope Psychotherapy LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
Through CBT, psychoanalysis and trauma-informed care, you will develop the capacity to work through all the feelings and confusion, and still have the energy to take on a new challenge.
Hi, I'm Genesis Urena, founder of New Hope Psychotherapy. We are dedicated to working with clients seeking transformative experiences of self-discovery. We specialize in supporting individuals, families and couples struggling with relationship conflicts, stress management, anxiety, depressive moods, and traumatic experiences. It’s hard to feel motivated when you’re feeling stressed about work assignments, a spouse’s expectations, or those awful things you went through. With a relationship built on compassion, we will help you uncover what is and isn’t working, while helping you reach your goals.
Through CBT, psychoanalysis and trauma-informed care, you will develop the capacity to work through all the feelings and confusion, and still have the energy to take on a new challenge.
Hi, I'm Genesis Urena, founder of New Hope Psychotherapy. We are dedicated to working with clients seeking transformative experiences of self-discovery. We specialize in supporting individuals, families and couples struggling with relationship conflicts, stress management, anxiety, depressive moods, and traumatic experiences. It’s hard to feel motivated when you’re feeling stressed about work assignments, a spouse’s expectations, or those awful things you went through. With a relationship built on compassion, we will help you uncover what is and isn’t working, while helping you reach your goals.
Dr. Juliette McClendon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting New Clients in November! As a Black, queer, non-binary, and neurodivergent therapist, I provide a unique perspective on navigating trauma, identity, and relationships in a world that often feels rigid and binary. I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing PTSD, anxiety, relationship problems, and emotional sensitivity. I have a passion for working with neurodivergent, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals who have experienced challenging upbringings. I utilize techniques such as CBT, DBT, trauma-focused and insight-oriented therapy, and offer Gottman therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD to couples.
Accepting New Clients in November! As a Black, queer, non-binary, and neurodivergent therapist, I provide a unique perspective on navigating trauma, identity, and relationships in a world that often feels rigid and binary. I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing PTSD, anxiety, relationship problems, and emotional sensitivity. I have a passion for working with neurodivergent, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals who have experienced challenging upbringings. I utilize techniques such as CBT, DBT, trauma-focused and insight-oriented therapy, and offer Gottman therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD to couples.
Our treatment approaches include: Positive psychology Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfullness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Family Systems Therapy and trauma therapy.
We are a group of mental health providers with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. We work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and autism. Our providers conduct neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults to help with diagnostic clarity and treatment planning.
Our treatment approaches include: Positive psychology Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfullness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Family Systems Therapy and trauma therapy.
We are a group of mental health providers with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. We work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and autism. Our providers conduct neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults to help with diagnostic clarity and treatment planning.
I primarily utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) approach, emphasizing the importance of understanding how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected.
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am deeply passionate about helping others. Throughout my career, I have supported individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, life transitions and stressors, relationship issues, and grief and loss.
I primarily utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) approach, emphasizing the importance of understanding how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected.
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am deeply passionate about helping others. Throughout my career, I have supported individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, life transitions and stressors, relationship issues, and grief and loss.
And, my treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness based psychotherapy and positive psychology in the context of a trusting and warm relationship.
I believe that we all have the innate ability to thrive and be well in mind, given the right guidance, support and tools. To that goal, I provide individual psychotherapy to adults, couples, adolescents and families in a safe and supportive environment. Some of my specialty areas include anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, relational issues, family conflict, adjusting to life transitions, trauma, multicultural issues and LGBTQ clients.
And, my treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness based psychotherapy and positive psychology in the context of a trusting and warm relationship.
I believe that we all have the innate ability to thrive and be well in mind, given the right guidance, support and tools. To that goal, I provide individual psychotherapy to adults, couples, adolescents and families in a safe and supportive environment. Some of my specialty areas include anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, relational issues, family conflict, adjusting to life transitions, trauma, multicultural issues and LGBTQ clients.
I use a blend of compassionate and evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and parts work to help you work through complex experiences and emotions.
I'm a firm believer that you don't need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. Navigating the journeys of trauma, anxiety, and depression can be challenging, but you don't have to face them alone. I offer a warm, compassionate, safe space where your process is respected, valued, and guided with expertise. Empowerment is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy, and I'm here to support you as you reclaim your narrative and embark on a journey toward healing. Collaboratively, we will develop your coping strategies, enhance your self-awareness, and nurture inner resources that will guide you through the healing process.
I use a blend of compassionate and evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and parts work to help you work through complex experiences and emotions.
I'm a firm believer that you don't need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. Navigating the journeys of trauma, anxiety, and depression can be challenging, but you don't have to face them alone. I offer a warm, compassionate, safe space where your process is respected, valued, and guided with expertise. Empowerment is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy, and I'm here to support you as you reclaim your narrative and embark on a journey toward healing. Collaboratively, we will develop your coping strategies, enhance your self-awareness, and nurture inner resources that will guide you through the healing process.
I use a multidimensional approach consisting of CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and elements of Psychodynamic Therapy, all through a trauma-informed lens.
Are you tired of living life in autopilot? Are you sick of the mundane routine that has become your day to day? Do you find yourself feeling alone or unable to connect with others? Therapy offers a chance to change things up. Each is its own little safe haven designed to release difficult emotions and gain different perspectives from the one that keeps us stuck. Let me help you clear out the cobwebs of your life! My goal is to create a warm environment that fosters real human connection that leaves you feeling like you are part of something bigger than yourself.
I use a multidimensional approach consisting of CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and elements of Psychodynamic Therapy, all through a trauma-informed lens.
Are you tired of living life in autopilot? Are you sick of the mundane routine that has become your day to day? Do you find yourself feeling alone or unable to connect with others? Therapy offers a chance to change things up. Each is its own little safe haven designed to release difficult emotions and gain different perspectives from the one that keeps us stuck. Let me help you clear out the cobwebs of your life! My goal is to create a warm environment that fosters real human connection that leaves you feeling like you are part of something bigger than yourself.
I specialize in stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.
I specialize in stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.