Psychodynamic Therapists in Braintree, MA

Natalia is a Licensed Certified Social Worker. She is a bilingual/bicultural therapist. Her style is warm, non-judgmental, authentic, genuine, supportive and empowering. Natalia’s therapy work is influenced by various creative arts that inspired and helped her along her own journey, thus she likes to offer a space for creativity in the process of exploration, understanding, and healing. She has experience in working with adults, adolescences, children, and their families on a variety of different issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, and chronic illness.

Taking the first step in seeking out psychotherapy can be overwhelming, and it also demonstrates a tremendous amount of courage. Our work together will allow you to hold both truths as you begin the journey towards an improved relationship with self and others. I approach the development of a therapeutic relationship as an opportunity for collaboration, curiosity, insight, and mutual respect. Many of the clients I work with have found temporary relief in past skills based therapeutic work, but are now seeking a deeper understanding of the experiences and relationships underlying current symptoms as a path to foundational healing.

My practice is devoted to helping women feel more empowered and at ease in their lives. My style in therapy is to encourage the exploration of identified problems from a compassionate and non-judgmental perspective with a solutions-focused orientation. Collaboration is central to my work, including working together to define goals and carefully monitor progress throughout the course of treatment. I work with women to address: mood disturbance, relationship issues, improving work/life balance, substance use/dependence disorders, and perinatal/parenting issues.

Jen, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Aster Mental Health, is a trauma-informed therapist highly skilled at treating patients suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sexual disorders, and personality disorders. Her treatment style is client-centered, incorporating aspects of CBT, DBT, family systems, and psychodynamic modalities with a basis of trauma-informed care. She approaches treatment typically by exploring family and relationship dynamics and is comfortable treating both men and women.

Life is a journey, and from time to time, we all face challenges that we would benefit from discussing with a thoughtful and compassionate listener. I am such a person, plus I own this practice. While I believe therapy is a collaborative enterprise, I also believe when successful, therapy requires an active and experienced guide. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a variety of personal, family, and mental health issues. I have more than 20 years experience working as a therapist. My therapy orientation is eclectic though my foundation is psychodynamic and strengths based.

Are you pregnant or have had a baby in the past 2 years? Are you experiencing intense anxiety or troubling, scary thoughts? Or maybe a profound sadness? Are you feeling completely overwhelmed? Have you experienced an infant loss? Is the reality of motherhood not what you expected? Do you have a history of anxiety/depression? Are shifts in mood part of your monthly cycle? If you answered Yes to any of these questions, you may be at risk of being the 1 in 5 women who experience perinatal anxiety/depression (PPA/PPD) as a complication of pregnancy and childbirth. 1 in 5 women. That’s a lot of moms. You are not alone. I can help.

I am patient and experienced in providing supportive, dynamic therapy for individuals and couples, whether short-term work around a focused goal, or longer-term therapy to explore complex issues. If you are experiencing emotional distress or uncertainty about how to move forward in life, I can help you to identify what is actually causing the frustration, depression, anxiety, or marital problems. We do this together by exploring your unique history of life experiences, making connections among the emotions, thoughts, behavior patterns, and significant relationships in your life.

I work with adults of all ages who come to therapy for many different reasons-from anxiety and depression, to relationship concerns, to the stresses of major life transitions. In my practice I strive to create an environment of safety, compassion, respect, and curiosity. I collaborate with my clients to help them bring clarity to their concerns, understand themselves better, and work toward positive change in their lives.

I treat people the way I want to be treated, with respect, warmth and openness. My belief is to help you in reaching your full potential in order to have the life you believe is fulfilling for you. I am interactive, down to earth and ask questions to help you come to your own most useful conclusions. I will use your strengths to challenge you to consider other options within your life. I continue to love my work with all types of people after many years of experience.

I have been working therapeutically with adolescents, adults and couples for the past 14 years. I provide a therapeutic space where clients' feel safe, experiencing me as someone of whom can be trusted with their deeper thoughts. A client's feelings and goals are of the utmost importance to me. My wish is that that from the moment you meet me, you experience my highly analytical approach, coupled with genuine care and warmth.

Accepting new clients (morning & early afternoon availability- primarily telehealth). Limited availability for therapeutic nature walks in the Canton area. Are there things you are ready to let go of (or embrace)? Are you ready to dive more deeply into your experience of being alive? Do you wonder how childhood experiences might still be affecting you today? Are you struggling with anxiety or low self esteem? I can help you explore your relationship to others, the world, and yourself and help you reconnect with your inner wisdom in order to live a more aligned and intentional life.

Hi, my name is Larry and I have been a licensed mental health clinician for 14 years. I take a person centered approach meaning I work with all of your strengths. I collaborate with you to find the best solutions for change. We work on goals to not only address the presenting problem but also to help you find what makes you happy in life. I am laid back but can also hold you firmly accountable with the plans of change.

My approach is grounded in client-centered principles so I can understand and honor your experiences, strengths, and goals. With a trauma-informed lens, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for healing where you can explore challenges and cultivate resilience at your own pace.

I work with children aged 10 and above, as well as adolescents and adults. I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD/neurodivergence, trauma, life transitions, and relationship dynamics. I also enjoy working with athletes of all ages and abilities to enhance mental and physical performance, as well as first responders who have experienced chronic trauma exposure.

Rayne (they/them) works with adults (18+) and members of the LGBTQIA+ community who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, grief, and other significant life challenges and changes across the lifespan. Utilizing principles of feminist therapies, Rayne integrates knowledge of systemic disparities and their intersections to empower others to collaborate on treatment goals and expectations. Along with a feminist lens, Rayne incorporates aspects of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), expressive therapies, and narrative therapy.

I am a licensed psychotherapist with a master’s degree from Simmons University. I spent several years working in outpatient community mental health, treating adults with a wide variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, life transitions, and loss. Drawing upon my experience working with a range of issues, I developed a particular passion for treating those who are navigating relationship issues, heartbreak, relational trauma, grief, and the complexities of contemporary dating culture.

Would you like to work toward meaningful change? Would you like to understand what's getting in the way of having fulfilling experiences? I offer a comfortable environment where you can get to know yourself better and find ways to understand how to get what you want.

How do you define good health and well-being? Stress, anxiety, and depression are part of life, especially post pandemic. At times life can feel chaotic and overwhelming for everyone. Knowing when to access help is an important part of managing overall health. As you know, stress and anxiety will always appear and reappear in our lives. Therapy may help you develop an understanding of how to live with stress and anxiety in a healthy way. Learning to change your relationship with negative thoughts, gain insight and awareness to unhealthy behavior, and learning to cultivate healthy thoughts and behavior are all part of the process.

I currently have a waitlist. Having a wide range of clinical experience across the life span, I recognize the importance of finding the balance between supporting and challenging my clients through the intentional building of the therapeutic relationship. I focus on the whole person and lean into the importance of establishing safety in the therapeutic process. I support my clients to share their stories, challenge thinking patterns, build coping strategies, and process their experiences and the world around them through dialogue.