Therapists in Boston, MA
Hello and welcome! I’m Joshua Boyce, a licensed psychotherapist practicing in the states of Massachusetts, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. I am dedicated to helping people navigate through the challenges of depression, anxiety, life transitions, and recovery from traumatic experiences. Maybe you've tried traditional talk therapy before and it didn't produce the changes you were hoping for. I'd like to offer you something different.
Hello and welcome! I’m Joshua Boyce, a licensed psychotherapist practicing in the states of Massachusetts, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee. I am dedicated to helping people navigate through the challenges of depression, anxiety, life transitions, and recovery from traumatic experiences. Maybe you've tried traditional talk therapy before and it didn't produce the changes you were hoping for. I'd like to offer you something different.
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 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.
Diana Kutulos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
Sometimes when life gets hard, it is difficult to ask for help. I aim to provide a safe and welcoming environment that encourages feeling seen and being heard to make that first step a little easier. I am passionate about helping adolescents, college students and young adults with anxiety, depression, low self esteem and life transitions understand themselves better and build on their specific strengths. Together, we will work on adapting and personalizing tools to assist in learning how to regulate emotions, explore why certain patterns of thinking and behaving exist, and heal past wounds.
Sometimes when life gets hard, it is difficult to ask for help. I aim to provide a safe and welcoming environment that encourages feeling seen and being heard to make that first step a little easier. I am passionate about helping adolescents, college students and young adults with anxiety, depression, low self esteem and life transitions understand themselves better and build on their specific strengths. Together, we will work on adapting and personalizing tools to assist in learning how to regulate emotions, explore why certain patterns of thinking and behaving exist, and heal past wounds.
I specialize in working with adult individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment/transition issues and postpartum related disorders.
"You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C.S. Lewis. Therapy provides an opportunity to focus on oneself to work through difficult, sometimes uncomfortable, periods in life. Therapy also encourages self-reflection as a means of improving various aspects of life, such as self-confidence and personal relationships. I utilize a motivational, individual-centered therapeutic approach to help my clients discover their own resiliency and internal strength. By working together in a safe, supportive environment, we are able to achieve positive change and strengthen coping skills.
I specialize in working with adult individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment/transition issues and postpartum related disorders.
"You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C.S. Lewis. Therapy provides an opportunity to focus on oneself to work through difficult, sometimes uncomfortable, periods in life. Therapy also encourages self-reflection as a means of improving various aspects of life, such as self-confidence and personal relationships. I utilize a motivational, individual-centered therapeutic approach to help my clients discover their own resiliency and internal strength. By working together in a safe, supportive environment, we are able to achieve positive change and strengthen coping skills.
I am a master's level Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a few years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about helping adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families develop positive coping skills and create a therapeutic relationship. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, women's issues, life transitions, overall wellness, and self-care. My background includes working with people experiencing homelessness, with a strong focus on trauma and its impact. I am working toward my LMHC and am eager to embark on a fulfilling journey as a clinician.
I am a master's level Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a few years of experience in mental health. I am passionate about helping adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families develop positive coping skills and create a therapeutic relationship. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, women's issues, life transitions, overall wellness, and self-care. My background includes working with people experiencing homelessness, with a strong focus on trauma and its impact. I am working toward my LMHC and am eager to embark on a fulfilling journey as a clinician.
Linda Tran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been feeling more worried, overwhelmed, and/or depressed? Do you noticed you are getting easily irritated? Do you feel anxious in relationships and/or in social settings? Do you find yourself feeling like you are being silenced? I’m here for you. I will guide you in developing healthy coping skills to navigate through it and empower you to create positive and meaningful changes in your life. I believe you are the expert of your own life. In this space, you can talk, express yourself, and process anything that comes up for you. You will be seen and heard. You are welcome to cry, scream, and/or laugh.
Have you been feeling more worried, overwhelmed, and/or depressed? Do you noticed you are getting easily irritated? Do you feel anxious in relationships and/or in social settings? Do you find yourself feeling like you are being silenced? I’m here for you. I will guide you in developing healthy coping skills to navigate through it and empower you to create positive and meaningful changes in your life. I believe you are the expert of your own life. In this space, you can talk, express yourself, and process anything that comes up for you. You will be seen and heard. You are welcome to cry, scream, and/or laugh.
My mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. I have extensive experience treating a wide range of mental health challenges—including depression, anxiety, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
My mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. I have extensive experience treating a wide range of mental health challenges—including depression, anxiety, OCD, and gender dysphoria.
I often see people with depression, anxiety, or stress from significant life events.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist located in Boston, MA providing individual therapy for adults and older adults. I am also a clinician and researcher at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Harvard Medical School (HMS). I started this private practice to bring the latest advances in clinical psychology to people like you. My mission is to equip you with evidence-based skills to improve your cognitive (how we think), behavioral (what we do), and emotional (how we feel) functioning.
I often see people with depression, anxiety, or stress from significant life events.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist located in Boston, MA providing individual therapy for adults and older adults. I am also a clinician and researcher at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Harvard Medical School (HMS). I started this private practice to bring the latest advances in clinical psychology to people like you. My mission is to equip you with evidence-based skills to improve your cognitive (how we think), behavioral (what we do), and emotional (how we feel) functioning.
Accepting new clients during the daytime for telehealth sessions. I work with adults needing support with anxiety, depression, parenting/life stressors, career ambivalence, relationship issues, self-esteem, cultural factors, and transition. Is navigating through a life transition or relationship issue bringing up stress, anxiety, insecurities, or impacting your motivation? Is a new obstacle making parenting a challenge? Are cultural expectations affecting your daily functioning, career goals, or desires? By understanding how these triggers can impact symptoms, we can break negative cycles and empower positive change.
Accepting new clients during the daytime for telehealth sessions. I work with adults needing support with anxiety, depression, parenting/life stressors, career ambivalence, relationship issues, self-esteem, cultural factors, and transition. Is navigating through a life transition or relationship issue bringing up stress, anxiety, insecurities, or impacting your motivation? Is a new obstacle making parenting a challenge? Are cultural expectations affecting your daily functioning, career goals, or desires? By understanding how these triggers can impact symptoms, we can break negative cycles and empower positive change.
Using evidence-based techniques, I help clients address anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, uncover root causes of distress, and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
My ideal clients are men grappling with issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, or problematic sexual behaviors like compulsive porn use. They may feel overwhelmed by societal expectations, struggling to express his emotions or maintain healthy relationships. Their goals are to gain emotional insight, improve coping mechanisms, and foster healthier relationships. They seek to reclaim control over their life, break unhealthy patterns, and build resilience, driven by a desire for well-being and fulfillment.
Using evidence-based techniques, I help clients address anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, uncover root causes of distress, and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
My ideal clients are men grappling with issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, or problematic sexual behaviors like compulsive porn use. They may feel overwhelmed by societal expectations, struggling to express his emotions or maintain healthy relationships. Their goals are to gain emotional insight, improve coping mechanisms, and foster healthier relationships. They seek to reclaim control over their life, break unhealthy patterns, and build resilience, driven by a desire for well-being and fulfillment.
EMDR has been successfully used to treat the following: Anxiety and Panic attacks, Depression, PTSD, Anger, Phobias, Sleep Problems, Grief and Loss, Additions, Pain, Performance Anxiety, and Feelings of Worthless/Low Self-Esteem.
Welcome! My name is Lauren Bissette. I have been a social worker since 2015 with experience with many diverse populations. I am a great listener, patient, and here for you!
EMDR has been successfully used to treat the following: Anxiety and Panic attacks, Depression, PTSD, Anger, Phobias, Sleep Problems, Grief and Loss, Additions, Pain, Performance Anxiety, and Feelings of Worthless/Low Self-Esteem.
Welcome! My name is Lauren Bissette. I have been a social worker since 2015 with experience with many diverse populations. I am a great listener, patient, and here for you!
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If you are struggling to fit seeing a therapist into your routine and looking to manage anxiety, depression, adjusting to life events, loss or relationship challenges more effectively, this may be for you.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, struggling with motivation, anxious, depressed or just plain old stuck? Then, I am glad you are here! I have been working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of clinical, community and virtual settings to reach their goals for over 17 years. I believe in mixing different approaches to find the best fit for you individually.
If you are struggling to fit seeing a therapist into your routine and looking to manage anxiety, depression, adjusting to life events, loss or relationship challenges more effectively, this may be for you.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, struggling with motivation, anxious, depressed or just plain old stuck? Then, I am glad you are here! I have been working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of clinical, community and virtual settings to reach their goals for over 17 years. I believe in mixing different approaches to find the best fit for you individually.
Dr. Dorothy Manley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Dorothy Manley, MSW, LICSW, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts. She earned her Master of Clinical Social Work from Smith College and has experience providing clinical services to individuals, families, and organizations. Dorothy specializes in counseling college students and adults throughout the lifespan with concerns related to anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, bereavement, life transition, identity, and relationships.
Dorothy Manley, MSW, LICSW, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts. She earned her Master of Clinical Social Work from Smith College and has experience providing clinical services to individuals, families, and organizations. Dorothy specializes in counseling college students and adults throughout the lifespan with concerns related to anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, bereavement, life transition, identity, and relationships.
Brian O'Keefe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
I WILL respond to your email! HelIo, I'm Brian (he/him/his) and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker working as a therapist in the Boston area for ten years. I've worked with clients across the lifespan, and am especially passionate working with millennial's (ages 18-40) who struggle with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADHD. I also focus on clients dealing with eco anxiety, climate anxiety, and solastalgia. My experience includes working in outpatient mental health settings such as community mental health centers, Boston Public Schools, a therapeutic day school, and as a Clinical Supervisor.
I WILL respond to your email! HelIo, I'm Brian (he/him/his) and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker working as a therapist in the Boston area for ten years. I've worked with clients across the lifespan, and am especially passionate working with millennial's (ages 18-40) who struggle with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADHD. I also focus on clients dealing with eco anxiety, climate anxiety, and solastalgia. My experience includes working in outpatient mental health settings such as community mental health centers, Boston Public Schools, a therapeutic day school, and as a Clinical Supervisor.
UPDATE 07/2024: Currently accepting new patients! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults coping with acute or chronic medical conditions, anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, and overall life stressors. I believe in empowering individuals to recognize their own strengths and resilience, while building a life of passion and purpose. I meet individuals with kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect to provide a space in which they feel comfortable exploring their experiences, building confidence, and learning skills for a lifetime of growth.
UPDATE 07/2024: Currently accepting new patients! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults coping with acute or chronic medical conditions, anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, and overall life stressors. I believe in empowering individuals to recognize their own strengths and resilience, while building a life of passion and purpose. I meet individuals with kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect to provide a space in which they feel comfortable exploring their experiences, building confidence, and learning skills for a lifetime of growth.
Amanda Groves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, life & career transitions, and interpersonal relationships.
I believe we all have innate inner strength & wisdom to navigate a wide array of situations life may send our way, but there are times when we need additional support. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can learn to look within yourself to access these resources. I work with clients who are interested in exploring barriers, and creating healthy coping skills in order to engage in their present life and progress forward.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, life & career transitions, and interpersonal relationships.
I believe we all have innate inner strength & wisdom to navigate a wide array of situations life may send our way, but there are times when we need additional support. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can learn to look within yourself to access these resources. I work with clients who are interested in exploring barriers, and creating healthy coping skills in order to engage in their present life and progress forward.
With over two decades of experience, I have worked with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, cross cultural concerns, & transitions in older age.
Most of us do the best we can with the resources we have. Sometimes we think no one understands our worries & fears. If open to it, we want to work with a therapist when our usual ways of relating aren't helping & we feel stuck, anxious, angry or depressed. Therapy often helps provide insight into our strengths & internal resources we already have to help navigate challenging times. In sessions, I focus on working with clients to unlock this strength to steer their lives in the direction they want. I bring curiosity, warmth, respect, & empathy to my sessions.
With over two decades of experience, I have worked with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, cross cultural concerns, & transitions in older age.
Most of us do the best we can with the resources we have. Sometimes we think no one understands our worries & fears. If open to it, we want to work with a therapist when our usual ways of relating aren't helping & we feel stuck, anxious, angry or depressed. Therapy often helps provide insight into our strengths & internal resources we already have to help navigate challenging times. In sessions, I focus on working with clients to unlock this strength to steer their lives in the direction they want. I bring curiosity, warmth, respect, & empathy to my sessions.
Xia Allen
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199 (Online Only)
I provide individual psychotherapy for a range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, marginalization stress, and personality issues.
***Now Accepting New Clients*** I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Notre Dame and am under the supervision of Dr. Natasha Holmes.
I provide individual psychotherapy for a range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, marginalization stress, and personality issues.
***Now Accepting New Clients*** I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Notre Dame and am under the supervision of Dr. Natasha Holmes.
Jeneba Koroma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199 (Online Only)
You made it here! You understand that change takes time, yet you desire a change and are feeling lost in what that process may look like. I empower clients to clear a path through patience and solution-focused therapy aimed at lasting change. As a clinician, I bring a calm, intuitive, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to the treatment space. My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship stressors, identity development, and life exploration.
You made it here! You understand that change takes time, yet you desire a change and are feeling lost in what that process may look like. I empower clients to clear a path through patience and solution-focused therapy aimed at lasting change. As a clinician, I bring a calm, intuitive, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to the treatment space. My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship stressors, identity development, and life exploration.
Darcy Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
" I specialize in helping others manage depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Currently accepting Massachusetts and Florida clients! Hello and welcome! I'm glad you're here. As a clinical social worker in Massachusetts (LICSW) and Florida (LCSW), I am passionate about working with adult clients of all backgrounds. I particularly enjoy helping individuals find their footing during major life transitions. Whether you are transitioning from high school to college, navigating health challenges, or experiencing relationship or employment changes, I am happy to provide an honest and collaborative space for fostering growth and empowerment.
" I specialize in helping others manage depression, anxiety and life transitions.
Currently accepting Massachusetts and Florida clients! Hello and welcome! I'm glad you're here. As a clinical social worker in Massachusetts (LICSW) and Florida (LCSW), I am passionate about working with adult clients of all backgrounds. I particularly enjoy helping individuals find their footing during major life transitions. Whether you are transitioning from high school to college, navigating health challenges, or experiencing relationship or employment changes, I am happy to provide an honest and collaborative space for fostering growth and empowerment.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.