Therapists in Boston, MA
![Photo of Paola Scardino, LMHC, CRC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4eac02b3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Vox VanDyke - Austin Mind Body, LGBTQ+ Counseling & Supervision, LPC-S, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2815acd7-bdb3-428b-bba1-6b19294d2fad/2/320x400.jpeg)
Austin Mind Body, LGBTQ+ Counseling & Supervision
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
I am in process of getting my name formally changed to Vox, which I have used with my family and friends for some time now.
Struggling with life transitions, creative ruts, and relationships are difficult in any situation but especially so if you do not follow the heteronormative path. It can be difficult to open up to someone when you are not certain that they understand Queer and Alternative relationship structures. I use an individualized approach with each client to build a therapeutic relationship based on specific goals. I focus my work around issues regarding LGBTQ+, sexuality, non-binary and transgender, complex relationships, power dynamics, sexual health, BDSM/Kink, and other dynamics.
I am in process of getting my name formally changed to Vox, which I have used with my family and friends for some time now.
Struggling with life transitions, creative ruts, and relationships are difficult in any situation but especially so if you do not follow the heteronormative path. It can be difficult to open up to someone when you are not certain that they understand Queer and Alternative relationship structures. I use an individualized approach with each client to build a therapeutic relationship based on specific goals. I focus my work around issues regarding LGBTQ+, sexuality, non-binary and transgender, complex relationships, power dynamics, sexual health, BDSM/Kink, and other dynamics.
![Photo of Thérèse (Tracy) Filardi, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53e8241c-c6c4-4553-acc3-6a66a334bed9/2/320x400.jpeg)
Thérèse (Tracy) Filardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114 (Online Only)
I utilize a strengths based approach combining family therapies, cognitive behavioral therapies including MBT, psychodynamic therapies including self psychology, mindfulness and solution focused brief therapy based upon the client’s goals.
I have experience treating adults with grief and loss issues, coparenting and family issues, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, relationship difficulties, and parenting and life transitions including divorce, loss and employment. My ideal client wishes to improve their overall quality of life personally and/or professionally.
I utilize a strengths based approach combining family therapies, cognitive behavioral therapies including MBT, psychodynamic therapies including self psychology, mindfulness and solution focused brief therapy based upon the client’s goals.
I have experience treating adults with grief and loss issues, coparenting and family issues, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, relationship difficulties, and parenting and life transitions including divorce, loss and employment. My ideal client wishes to improve their overall quality of life personally and/or professionally.
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Richard Nalbandian, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist as works with individuals located in OR and MA. Dr. Nalbandian has experience working with adults from various backgrounds on issues including anxiety, depression, grief, complex trauma, relationship struggles, family conflict, and personality troubles. He completed his internship and post-doctoral residency in Massachusetts as a fellow at the Albert and Jessie Danielsen Institute at Boston University. Dr. Nalbandian has focused training in and provides psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. His therapeutic style is collaborative and relational.
Richard Nalbandian, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist as works with individuals located in OR and MA. Dr. Nalbandian has experience working with adults from various backgrounds on issues including anxiety, depression, grief, complex trauma, relationship struggles, family conflict, and personality troubles. He completed his internship and post-doctoral residency in Massachusetts as a fellow at the Albert and Jessie Danielsen Institute at Boston University. Dr. Nalbandian has focused training in and provides psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. His therapeutic style is collaborative and relational.
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Krissy Goodman
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108 (Online Only)
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck or trapped in patterns of behavior or relating, and often hopeless about freeing themselves from these patterns. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and that we, therapist and client, can work together to become aware of these recurring themes, restore hope, and formulate a pathway to alter whatever is holding you back from having the life you want. This work involves sifting through the past to create the relationships, career, and life clients seek.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck or trapped in patterns of behavior or relating, and often hopeless about freeing themselves from these patterns. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and that we, therapist and client, can work together to become aware of these recurring themes, restore hope, and formulate a pathway to alter whatever is holding you back from having the life you want. This work involves sifting through the past to create the relationships, career, and life clients seek.
![Photo of Rebecca Adler, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b2e37ba9-ba69-4447-8cfa-09dfbdb24496/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have 15 years of experience counseling youth and adults. I am licensed to work in both Texas and Massachusetts. My focus has been young adults and the LGBTQ+ population. I take the approach of starting where you are. Through connecting and talking about your intentions, we can begin to find a pathway to addressing and exploring the issues that are impeding your happiness. Within each human is an inner wisdom, and my role is to help you connect with that part of yourself, increasing self-confidence and life satisfaction. It helps to have an outside perspective, and I support your path to choosing a life with more understanding.
I have 15 years of experience counseling youth and adults. I am licensed to work in both Texas and Massachusetts. My focus has been young adults and the LGBTQ+ population. I take the approach of starting where you are. Through connecting and talking about your intentions, we can begin to find a pathway to addressing and exploring the issues that are impeding your happiness. Within each human is an inner wisdom, and my role is to help you connect with that part of yourself, increasing self-confidence and life satisfaction. It helps to have an outside perspective, and I support your path to choosing a life with more understanding.
![Photo of Neal M Patel, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/99fd9f2e-769b-4704-91e7-7b616770c1be/2/320x400.png)
Neal has been in the mental health field since 2017, working with various populations and levels of care. He completed his clinical training at Harvard Medical School, Department of Mental Health, and Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital. Neal has had the most success helping adolescents and young adults with executive functioning, anxiety disorders (OCD), trauma, and maximizing potential through amotivational training. He works with NBA and NHL players/coaches to enhance their mental performance and recovery, boosting game-time confidence. With extensive experience in addictions, he is also well-versed in co-occurring disorders.
Neal has been in the mental health field since 2017, working with various populations and levels of care. He completed his clinical training at Harvard Medical School, Department of Mental Health, and Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital. Neal has had the most success helping adolescents and young adults with executive functioning, anxiety disorders (OCD), trauma, and maximizing potential through amotivational training. He works with NBA and NHL players/coaches to enhance their mental performance and recovery, boosting game-time confidence. With extensive experience in addictions, he is also well-versed in co-occurring disorders.
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Sandra Ferreira
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, MS, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
Do you want to find a meaningful and happy life? Call us now. Offices in Huntington Beach, Hemet, CA and Boston, MA. (ESPAÑOL, English, Português). Holistic approach w/ techniques tailored to your needs. In person + Online. Extensive knowledge in Psychological Assessments to Immigration processes (Hardship Letters), as well as acculturation issues and the psychology of the immigrant. I offer EAP consulting services to corporations. I work w/alternative techniques such as Hypnotherapy, Past Life Regression, Reiki, Guided Imagery, Meditation, Flower Remedies, Anger Management Courses, along w/ CBT and verbal techn. w/great success.
Do you want to find a meaningful and happy life? Call us now. Offices in Huntington Beach, Hemet, CA and Boston, MA. (ESPAÑOL, English, Português). Holistic approach w/ techniques tailored to your needs. In person + Online. Extensive knowledge in Psychological Assessments to Immigration processes (Hardship Letters), as well as acculturation issues and the psychology of the immigrant. I offer EAP consulting services to corporations. I work w/alternative techniques such as Hypnotherapy, Past Life Regression, Reiki, Guided Imagery, Meditation, Flower Remedies, Anger Management Courses, along w/ CBT and verbal techn. w/great success.
![Photo of Dr. Yessenia Guglielmi, MA, LPC, ACS, DLitt, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/078f4d49-8e8f-4f47-9f03-34b3aa9294e8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Yessenia Guglielmi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, DLitt, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Identify personal challenges and achieve goals. Gain a stronger sense of self-awareness, rediscover your inner strengths and connect to restorative practices. I can guide you on your journey from pain/survival to thriving and enjoying a fulfilling life. Soy Latina, hablo Espanol. My expertise is grounded in over 25 years of experience with strong intuition and empathic listening. I work with individuals and couples. I offer online Tele-therapy counseling. I am a writer and enjoy working with creative and artistic personalities. Restore, Recover, Renew!
Identify personal challenges and achieve goals. Gain a stronger sense of self-awareness, rediscover your inner strengths and connect to restorative practices. I can guide you on your journey from pain/survival to thriving and enjoying a fulfilling life. Soy Latina, hablo Espanol. My expertise is grounded in over 25 years of experience with strong intuition and empathic listening. I work with individuals and couples. I offer online Tele-therapy counseling. I am a writer and enjoy working with creative and artistic personalities. Restore, Recover, Renew!
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Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer our services to individuals, children, families, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides affordable mental health and holistic therapies. Services are in person and teletherapy throughout the State of Massachusetts
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer our services to individuals, children, families, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides affordable mental health and holistic therapies. Services are in person and teletherapy throughout the State of Massachusetts
![Photo of Kellyann Langdon, MA, LMHC, PLLC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ed5078f-cc8a-432b-acfe-7f537fce0318/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am accepting new clients! Life's journey can be full of crisis, loss, grief and trauma. These experiences activate fear in the primal brain, alter patterns of behavior, limit ones perception, lead to relationship issues, low self-esteem and addictions. If these problems are left unresolved, they can lead to physical and mental health problems as well as a weakened spirit, affecting ones core vitality for life. My spiritual approach provides clients with a safe, nurturing and compassionate environment where trust is easily built within the therapeutic relationship so that healing can take place.
I am accepting new clients! Life's journey can be full of crisis, loss, grief and trauma. These experiences activate fear in the primal brain, alter patterns of behavior, limit ones perception, lead to relationship issues, low self-esteem and addictions. If these problems are left unresolved, they can lead to physical and mental health problems as well as a weakened spirit, affecting ones core vitality for life. My spiritual approach provides clients with a safe, nurturing and compassionate environment where trust is easily built within the therapeutic relationship so that healing can take place.
![Photo of Andrew Hahn And Associates, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/427f6cc5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My team and I help individuals and couples. We are best suited to treating you where you're stuck, be it physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety), emotional (like depression), relational (partners, children, parents, people you work with), and spiritual (like alienation). What makes my work unique is it's remarkably efficient & effective.
My team and I help individuals and couples. We are best suited to treating you where you're stuck, be it physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety), emotional (like depression), relational (partners, children, parents, people you work with), and spiritual (like alienation). What makes my work unique is it's remarkably efficient & effective.
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Specializing in treatment of sex and relationship issues, "sex addiction", problematic sexual behavior, complex trauma, PTSD, sexual pain, mismatched desire, non-traditional relationships. I utilize the following modalities: EMDR, IFS, Transforming the Experienced-Based Brain (TEB) for developmental trauma, Safe and Sound protocol (SSP), somatic psychotherapy, sandplay & sandtray. I am also informed by the Polyvagal theory and neuroscience. I offer a unique multifaceted, sex positive approach and supervisor. In addition, author of Sand Therapy for Out of Control Sexual Behavior, Shame, and Trauma: Treatment Approaches Beyond Words.
Specializing in treatment of sex and relationship issues, "sex addiction", problematic sexual behavior, complex trauma, PTSD, sexual pain, mismatched desire, non-traditional relationships. I utilize the following modalities: EMDR, IFS, Transforming the Experienced-Based Brain (TEB) for developmental trauma, Safe and Sound protocol (SSP), somatic psychotherapy, sandplay & sandtray. I am also informed by the Polyvagal theory and neuroscience. I offer a unique multifaceted, sex positive approach and supervisor. In addition, author of Sand Therapy for Out of Control Sexual Behavior, Shame, and Trauma: Treatment Approaches Beyond Words.
![Photo of Laura Silva, MA, LicMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c31071e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/6/320x400.jpeg)
I provide traditional, holistic and transpersonal psychotherapy, empowering people with hope, skills for positive change and a path for total well being. I help Individuals feeling stuck, discontent,and desiring greater fulfillment. Clients love my work. I provide a natural approach to mental health. Working together, blocks and struggles are transformed, unlocking inner wisdom and personal power. For over 30+ years, I offer a compassionate, intuitive presence, healing the root cause of the problem. Clients express feeling greater clarity, integration, self acceptance and inner strength. I also teach inner skills of mindfulness, meditation and spiritual development.
I provide traditional, holistic and transpersonal psychotherapy, empowering people with hope, skills for positive change and a path for total well being. I help Individuals feeling stuck, discontent,and desiring greater fulfillment. Clients love my work. I provide a natural approach to mental health. Working together, blocks and struggles are transformed, unlocking inner wisdom and personal power. For over 30+ years, I offer a compassionate, intuitive presence, healing the root cause of the problem. Clients express feeling greater clarity, integration, self acceptance and inner strength. I also teach inner skills of mindfulness, meditation and spiritual development.
![Photo of Jennifer Pfeiffer, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a158d770-4dde-49db-82aa-71918896d5ca/1/320x400.jpeg)
My approach to therapy is to help clients identify, understand, and ultimately change the areas in their lives that have contributed to emotional and relationship pain. I deeply believe that to have the breakthrough we need in current relationships we must understand our history and how it profoundly colors and impacts us as adults. Once we learn to own our history, it no longer owns us. I work with those struggling with childhood trauma, PTSD, complex grief, depression, and relationship issues.
My approach to therapy is to help clients identify, understand, and ultimately change the areas in their lives that have contributed to emotional and relationship pain. I deeply believe that to have the breakthrough we need in current relationships we must understand our history and how it profoundly colors and impacts us as adults. Once we learn to own our history, it no longer owns us. I work with those struggling with childhood trauma, PTSD, complex grief, depression, and relationship issues.
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Veronica Medina, PhD, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and an Organizational Psychologist with 24 years of experience. Dr. Medina completed her master's degree in Counseling at Valparaiso University and her doctorate in Organization Psychology (PhD) at Walden University. She is an adjunct professor with a health studies department where she teaches holistic medicine, human sexuality, stress management, and statistics. Dr. Medina offers counseling and talk therapy services; however, she does not currently offer psychological testing.
Veronica Medina, PhD, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and an Organizational Psychologist with 24 years of experience. Dr. Medina completed her master's degree in Counseling at Valparaiso University and her doctorate in Organization Psychology (PhD) at Walden University. She is an adjunct professor with a health studies department where she teaches holistic medicine, human sexuality, stress management, and statistics. Dr. Medina offers counseling and talk therapy services; however, she does not currently offer psychological testing.
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As a humanistic therapist, I believe that healing is both a universal capacity and a profoundly personal process. My goal is to help you discover and expand your unique healing process, and to release the blocks that prevent you from realizing your potential. I have ten years’ experience in the mental health field, supporting clients in coping with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, difficulties with trust and self-esteem, life transitions, trauma, and a myriad of other challenges.
As a humanistic therapist, I believe that healing is both a universal capacity and a profoundly personal process. My goal is to help you discover and expand your unique healing process, and to release the blocks that prevent you from realizing your potential. I have ten years’ experience in the mental health field, supporting clients in coping with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, difficulties with trust and self-esteem, life transitions, trauma, and a myriad of other challenges.
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Edward Tick
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101
Waitlist for new clients
I practice soul work, helping restore and heal our connection to our deepest Self. I especially work with military and veterans, spiritual seekers, writers and artists in all genres, mid-life crises, men's issues, trauma and abuse survivors. I welcome clients seeking positive and comprehensive growth and change, a discovery or restoration of their gifts and creativity, and a deep healing relationship "out of the box." I do not practice conventional therapy for merely repairing our issues and adjusting to unhappy conditions. Rather, I nurture the unique soul and spirit in each person toward achieving meaning and creativity.
I practice soul work, helping restore and heal our connection to our deepest Self. I especially work with military and veterans, spiritual seekers, writers and artists in all genres, mid-life crises, men's issues, trauma and abuse survivors. I welcome clients seeking positive and comprehensive growth and change, a discovery or restoration of their gifts and creativity, and a deep healing relationship "out of the box." I do not practice conventional therapy for merely repairing our issues and adjusting to unhappy conditions. Rather, I nurture the unique soul and spirit in each person toward achieving meaning and creativity.
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Therapy should address the specific needs of each client. Having trained in a variety of evidence-based practices and approaches, I work together with my clients to determine which approach works best for them, with the intent of addressing both symptoms and long-standing patterns of behavior. My approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.
Therapy should address the specific needs of each client. Having trained in a variety of evidence-based practices and approaches, I work together with my clients to determine which approach works best for them, with the intent of addressing both symptoms and long-standing patterns of behavior. My approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.
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Dr. Lawrence (Larry) R. Taylor
Pastoral Counselor, Lawrence Taylor, MDiv, PhD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck spiritually? Emotionally? Let's get you out of the muck and into a life of freedom, peace, & wellbeing. I'm an experienced life coach, spiritual director, pastor, and chaplain, and I care deeply about people's spiritual wellbeing. I'm not a licensed psychologist or therapist. I don't diagnose or treat mental illness. I'm here to walk with you into a deeper, richer spirituality regardless of your background or beliefs.
Feeling stuck spiritually? Emotionally? Let's get you out of the muck and into a life of freedom, peace, & wellbeing. I'm an experienced life coach, spiritual director, pastor, and chaplain, and I care deeply about people's spiritual wellbeing. I'm not a licensed psychologist or therapist. I don't diagnose or treat mental illness. I'm here to walk with you into a deeper, richer spirituality regardless of your background or beliefs.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.