Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Brookline, MA
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I use CBT/DBT/ACT approaches for individuals (thoughts, emotions, behaviors, skills, acceptance, mindfulness); a Development Model for couples therapy (connections, healthy differentiation); SPACE for parents with children/teens with anxiety/OCD (reducing accommodations), and FBT for parents with teens with eating disorders (family-based therapy).
In addition to my faculty and hospital-based roles, in my private practice I see children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I am licensed in Massachusetts, New York, and British Columbia. Harvard Medical School trained, I deliver evidence-based approaches and treat a range of psychiatric diagnoses using a bio-psycho-social model. I welcome all backgrounds and strive for culturally responsive and attuned care. My interventions also include mindfulness and focus on reducing distress and improving relationships, all delivered with warmth, humor, and science.
I use CBT/DBT/ACT approaches for individuals (thoughts, emotions, behaviors, skills, acceptance, mindfulness); a Development Model for couples therapy (connections, healthy differentiation); SPACE for parents with children/teens with anxiety/OCD (reducing accommodations), and FBT for parents with teens with eating disorders (family-based therapy).
In addition to my faculty and hospital-based roles, in my private practice I see children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I am licensed in Massachusetts, New York, and British Columbia. Harvard Medical School trained, I deliver evidence-based approaches and treat a range of psychiatric diagnoses using a bio-psycho-social model. I welcome all backgrounds and strive for culturally responsive and attuned care. My interventions also include mindfulness and focus on reducing distress and improving relationships, all delivered with warmth, humor, and science.
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Alex Bauermeister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IAYT, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
My approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and OCD, as well as couples navigating relationship challenges. I am a certified yoga therapist, and often infuse this background into sessions to help clients (both individuals and couples) befriend their body and regulate their nervous system. Most importantly, however, we focus on building trust and connection, and then personalize the therapy based on what will best serve your goals. By making space for humor, celebrating victories, and adding joy-giving behaviors to daily life, I strive to make therapy something you'll look forward to.
My approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and OCD, as well as couples navigating relationship challenges. I am a certified yoga therapist, and often infuse this background into sessions to help clients (both individuals and couples) befriend their body and regulate their nervous system. Most importantly, however, we focus on building trust and connection, and then personalize the therapy based on what will best serve your goals. By making space for humor, celebrating victories, and adding joy-giving behaviors to daily life, I strive to make therapy something you'll look forward to.
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Jacob D Weinberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
My approach is collaborative and grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based therapy incorporating mindfulness and perspective-taking.
Life’s challenges are inevitable. I aim to help each client navigate these difficulties through a shift in their relationship with unpleasant thoughts and feelings. As the saying goes, "You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." As a therapist, I bring kindness, curiosity, and humor. Clients who have benefited most from working with me are inquisitive, and open to trying new exercises in therapy.
My approach is collaborative and grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based therapy incorporating mindfulness and perspective-taking.
Life’s challenges are inevitable. I aim to help each client navigate these difficulties through a shift in their relationship with unpleasant thoughts and feelings. As the saying goes, "You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." As a therapist, I bring kindness, curiosity, and humor. Clients who have benefited most from working with me are inquisitive, and open to trying new exercises in therapy.
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Andre Guillemin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
Working within a safe therapeutic space, my clients learn to manage their symptoms, shed guilt and shame, and practice self-acceptance and self-advocacy so they can move forward in life with peace and strength.
Life has a way of kicking our asses, and sometimes we all need a little help getting through the rough spots. I work with adults and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relationship problems among other issues. My approach draws from a variety of disciplines including cognitive and behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, internal family systems, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Working within a safe therapeutic space, my clients learn to manage their symptoms, shed guilt and shame, and practice self-acceptance and self-advocacy so they can move forward in life with peace and strength.
Life has a way of kicking our asses, and sometimes we all need a little help getting through the rough spots. I work with adults and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relationship problems among other issues. My approach draws from a variety of disciplines including cognitive and behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, internal family systems, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
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I am a licensed psychologist working with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, and life transitions. I use cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and acceptance based approaches to create positive change. Taking a goal-oriented approach, I collaborate with clients to identify and actively work towards their goals, using the skills they learn in therapy. I am experienced in working with a range of issues including social and generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorder, and OCD.
I am a licensed psychologist working with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, and life transitions. I use cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and acceptance based approaches to create positive change. Taking a goal-oriented approach, I collaborate with clients to identify and actively work towards their goals, using the skills they learn in therapy. I am experienced in working with a range of issues including social and generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorder, and OCD.
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, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapies, Emotion Focused Therapy).
I am a cognitive behavioral psychologist specializing in anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and self-worth. My clients tend to be high functioning in some domains (e.g., professionally) while suffering greatly in others (e.g., relationships, sense of self, mood). I work with individuals with a deep-seated desire to excel and maintain a sense of order and control, which often veers into rigid patterns of thinking, behaving, and interacting with the world and themselves. I help my clients integrate their high-functioning capabilities with a greater sense of flexibility, balance, and openness.
, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapies, Emotion Focused Therapy).
I am a cognitive behavioral psychologist specializing in anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, and self-worth. My clients tend to be high functioning in some domains (e.g., professionally) while suffering greatly in others (e.g., relationships, sense of self, mood). I work with individuals with a deep-seated desire to excel and maintain a sense of order and control, which often veers into rigid patterns of thinking, behaving, and interacting with the world and themselves. I help my clients integrate their high-functioning capabilities with a greater sense of flexibility, balance, and openness.
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Sara Danitz-Steinhardt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness and acceptance-based behavioral interventions.
Experiencing emotional pain, worry about the future, and feeling stuck are common human conditions. Through therapy you can find new ways to change and relate differently to your feelings, thoughts, and actions. It is possible to live the life you’d like to live, and our work together can bring you closer to that reality. I provide a warm, supportive, collaborative and non-judgmental space where it is possible not only to reduce mental health symptomatology, but also to enhance the quality of your life through engagement in valued living. I offer both structured, time-limited treatment, and more exploratory, supportive work.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness and acceptance-based behavioral interventions.
Experiencing emotional pain, worry about the future, and feeling stuck are common human conditions. Through therapy you can find new ways to change and relate differently to your feelings, thoughts, and actions. It is possible to live the life you’d like to live, and our work together can bring you closer to that reality. I provide a warm, supportive, collaborative and non-judgmental space where it is possible not only to reduce mental health symptomatology, but also to enhance the quality of your life through engagement in valued living. I offer both structured, time-limited treatment, and more exploratory, supportive work.
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When you feel distress associated with a career or life transition, relationship conflict or other life stressor, psychotherapy can help. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with years of experience in the treatment of stress and trauma, and anxiety and depression. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based behavior therapy and trauma focused treatment.
When you feel distress associated with a career or life transition, relationship conflict or other life stressor, psychotherapy can help. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with years of experience in the treatment of stress and trauma, and anxiety and depression. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based behavior therapy and trauma focused treatment.
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I practice integrative psychotherapy and use cognitive and behavioral interventions (DBT, CBT, ACT) as well as insight oriented and trauma informed therapy.
Currently, accepting referrals for Adult DBT group starting on Sep 12th 2024. I see psychotherapy as a safe place where healing and change are fostered. I help patients to be able to gain awareness of their own thoughts, feelings and behaviors so they are able to change aspects of themselves that are holding them back from having a self-fulfilling life. I believe that everybody has the capacity to change and live a life worth living. The therapeutic relationship is central. I provide a warm, caring, nonjudgemental and compassionate environment that helps clients to feel supported while working on their goals.
I practice integrative psychotherapy and use cognitive and behavioral interventions (DBT, CBT, ACT) as well as insight oriented and trauma informed therapy.
Currently, accepting referrals for Adult DBT group starting on Sep 12th 2024. I see psychotherapy as a safe place where healing and change are fostered. I help patients to be able to gain awareness of their own thoughts, feelings and behaviors so they are able to change aspects of themselves that are holding them back from having a self-fulfilling life. I believe that everybody has the capacity to change and live a life worth living. The therapeutic relationship is central. I provide a warm, caring, nonjudgemental and compassionate environment that helps clients to feel supported while working on their goals.
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I am a couples and individual therapist that works from a psychodynamic/relational lens, while also incorporating IFS, Humanistic and ACT.
My goal as a clinician is to provide safety and assurance as you navigate the journey of emotional healing. I encourage you to bring your whole self into the room - the parts you’re proud of, and the parts you prefer to ignore. There is no need to "have it all figured out." All I ask is that you remain open and curious to the known and unknown parts of yourself. Through this process, you will begin to better understand yourself and live a life worth living.
I am a couples and individual therapist that works from a psychodynamic/relational lens, while also incorporating IFS, Humanistic and ACT.
My goal as a clinician is to provide safety and assurance as you navigate the journey of emotional healing. I encourage you to bring your whole self into the room - the parts you’re proud of, and the parts you prefer to ignore. There is no need to "have it all figured out." All I ask is that you remain open and curious to the known and unknown parts of yourself. Through this process, you will begin to better understand yourself and live a life worth living.
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Skylar Jungers
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
I often use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles into my work.
My goal in therapy is to use empathy, humor, and openness to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself without judgement, accepted for all that you are, and ready to process your experiences with someone who values your wellbeing! My passion lies in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults seeking to work through issues of anxiety, identity development, stress, family conflict, school issues, relationships, transitions, and self-esteem. I also have several years of experience helping athletes with common performance issues such as confidence, focus, motivation, and overcoming injury to perform at their best!
I often use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles into my work.
My goal in therapy is to use empathy, humor, and openness to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself without judgement, accepted for all that you are, and ready to process your experiences with someone who values your wellbeing! My passion lies in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults seeking to work through issues of anxiety, identity development, stress, family conflict, school issues, relationships, transitions, and self-esteem. I also have several years of experience helping athletes with common performance issues such as confidence, focus, motivation, and overcoming injury to perform at their best!
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I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I believe that therapy should be collaborative, supportive, and warm, while also facilitating real change in clients' lives. You may benefit from working with me if you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or lonely; or struggling with low self-esteem or lack of confidence. I can assist you in better managing relationship or family conflict, work- or school-related stress, parenting or caregiver stress, grief/loss, and major transitions.
, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I believe that therapy should be collaborative, supportive, and warm, while also facilitating real change in clients' lives. You may benefit from working with me if you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or lonely; or struggling with low self-esteem or lack of confidence. I can assist you in better managing relationship or family conflict, work- or school-related stress, parenting or caregiver stress, grief/loss, and major transitions.
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Nadia utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Gestalt therapy, Behavioral activation, reflective listening and mindfulness approaches to help clients reach their individual potential and goals.
Nadia Thérèse Brandon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 5 years of experience in mental health. Her specialties include treating PTSD, anxiety management and attachment-based issues in relationships. Nadia takes a warm, non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to therapeutic healing, seeing the whole person rather than focusing on deficits.
Nadia utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Gestalt therapy, Behavioral activation, reflective listening and mindfulness approaches to help clients reach their individual potential and goals.
Nadia Thérèse Brandon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 5 years of experience in mental health. Her specialties include treating PTSD, anxiety management and attachment-based issues in relationships. Nadia takes a warm, non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to therapeutic healing, seeing the whole person rather than focusing on deficits.
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I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as mindfulness and relaxation training.
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in your life, therapy can give you the skills and support needed to make positive, lasting changes. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have expertise in helping people overcome anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. I am also passionate about supporting women navigating the complexities of infertility, pregnancy and postpartum, as well as parenting.
I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as mindfulness and relaxation training.
If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in your life, therapy can give you the skills and support needed to make positive, lasting changes. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have expertise in helping people overcome anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. I am also passionate about supporting women navigating the complexities of infertility, pregnancy and postpartum, as well as parenting.
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Based in Massachusetts, Dr. Green is a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping clients realize the change they desire. He offers expertise in trauma-related reactions as well as a variety of other issues clients might have. These include depression, anxiety, substance use, motivation, and assertiveness. He has worked with couples since early in his graduate training. Dr. Green utilizes gold-standard, empirically supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Motivational Interviewing.
Based in Massachusetts, Dr. Green is a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping clients realize the change they desire. He offers expertise in trauma-related reactions as well as a variety of other issues clients might have. These include depression, anxiety, substance use, motivation, and assertiveness. He has worked with couples since early in his graduate training. Dr. Green utilizes gold-standard, empirically supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Motivational Interviewing.
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Currently Accepting New Clients. I work with young people and their families to provide meaningful and lasting change that help improve their wellbeing and success in their lives. I focus on integrative treatment modalities that teach and reinforce skills for emotional and behavioral management, as well as help my clients achieve acceptance and commitment for positive change through effective treatment plans and person-centered approach.
Currently Accepting New Clients. I work with young people and their families to provide meaningful and lasting change that help improve their wellbeing and success in their lives. I focus on integrative treatment modalities that teach and reinforce skills for emotional and behavioral management, as well as help my clients achieve acceptance and commitment for positive change through effective treatment plans and person-centered approach.
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For my work with individuals, I use psychodynamic and narrative therapies as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I love helping clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or trauma become “unstuck.” In my therapy space, I strive to create a supportive environment for people to explore their emotions – and the experiences that shaped those emotions. With individuals, couples, and families, I work collaboratively to understand how previous dynamics, especially with families of origin, contribute to their current thoughts and coping skills. When clients understand how their past relationships influence their current selves, they are better able to build new futures, with greater self-acceptance, growth, new skills, and overall happiness.
For my work with individuals, I use psychodynamic and narrative therapies as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I love helping clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or trauma become “unstuck.” In my therapy space, I strive to create a supportive environment for people to explore their emotions – and the experiences that shaped those emotions. With individuals, couples, and families, I work collaboratively to understand how previous dynamics, especially with families of origin, contribute to their current thoughts and coping skills. When clients understand how their past relationships influence their current selves, they are better able to build new futures, with greater self-acceptance, growth, new skills, and overall happiness.
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Grace Lawton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
I offer individual, couples & group psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, taking an integrative holistic approach to treatment. If you are navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, depression, family/relationship conflicts, trauma, women's issues, low self-esteem, impulsivity, or a life transition, we may be a good fit! My expertise is in integrative psychotherapy, where I draw from a variety of modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, ACT, relational & strengths-based approaches to provide individualized treatment. If you have a spiritual practice or faith, I also incorporate your faith and spiritual practices into our work.
I offer individual, couples & group psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, taking an integrative holistic approach to treatment. If you are navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, depression, family/relationship conflicts, trauma, women's issues, low self-esteem, impulsivity, or a life transition, we may be a good fit! My expertise is in integrative psychotherapy, where I draw from a variety of modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, ACT, relational & strengths-based approaches to provide individualized treatment. If you have a spiritual practice or faith, I also incorporate your faith and spiritual practices into our work.
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Karen Chinca-Nourished Minds Counseling + Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
At Nourished Minds, we offer compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based counseling to adolescents, adults, and families. We provide a safe, affirming, and inclusive therapeutic space for clients struggling with a wide range of mental health disorders which include anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, OCD, and depression. Our licensed and experienced therapists specialize in treatment modalities which include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and internal family systems (IFS).
At Nourished Minds, we offer compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based counseling to adolescents, adults, and families. We provide a safe, affirming, and inclusive therapeutic space for clients struggling with a wide range of mental health disorders which include anxiety disorders, eating disorders, trauma, OCD, and depression. Our licensed and experienced therapists specialize in treatment modalities which include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and internal family systems (IFS).
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Venetia Breene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
I am certified in DBT, and integrate elements of CBT and ACT into my work.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders & trauma. I particularly enjoy supporting young people as they grapple through the transition to adulthood & the related issues that arise including identity, relationship and conflict navigation. I believe that my clients are experts in their own experiences & I feel privileged to be allowed into their lives. I strive to create a warm, safe & non-judgmental space for my clients, in which I bring curiosity & compassion to every session.
I am certified in DBT, and integrate elements of CBT and ACT into my work.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders & trauma. I particularly enjoy supporting young people as they grapple through the transition to adulthood & the related issues that arise including identity, relationship and conflict navigation. I believe that my clients are experts in their own experiences & I feel privileged to be allowed into their lives. I strive to create a warm, safe & non-judgmental space for my clients, in which I bring curiosity & compassion to every session.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.