Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Brookline, MA
Grace Lawton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
If you are navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, dating concerns, family/relationship conflicts, trauma, women's issues, low self-esteem, impulsivity, or a life transition, you are in the right place! I offer individual and couples therapy to adults, taking an integrative holistic approach to treatment. 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 or religious practice, I also incorporate your faith and spiritual practices into our work.
If you are navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, dating concerns, family/relationship conflicts, trauma, women's issues, low self-esteem, impulsivity, or a life transition, you are in the right place! I offer individual and couples therapy to adults, taking an integrative holistic approach to treatment. 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 or religious practice, I also incorporate your faith and spiritual practices into our work.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Miriam E Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ScD, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
I use the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and family coaching as needed.
I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.
I use the most effective treatments for anxiety and OCD: Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and family coaching as needed.
I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.
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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.
Lorna Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With over a decade of experience in Outpatient Psychiatric clinics, I have witnessed the human capacity to change and adapt to the challenges life delivers. In therapy, my role is to help clients determine their own path through a crisis, develop skills to manage difficult emotions, and support their overall well being. I strive to help clients see more clearly what their needs are and identify coping strategies to meet them. I tailor my approach to match what my clients need, and have extensive training in present-focused, evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT and ACT).
With over a decade of experience in Outpatient Psychiatric clinics, I have witnessed the human capacity to change and adapt to the challenges life delivers. In therapy, my role is to help clients determine their own path through a crisis, develop skills to manage difficult emotions, and support their overall well being. I strive to help clients see more clearly what their needs are and identify coping strategies to meet them. I tailor my approach to match what my clients need, and have extensive training in present-focused, evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT and ACT).
, 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.
I am committed to creating a safe environment in which clients feel empowered to enact meaningful change in their lives. I approach this work using acceptance commitment therapy ( ACT), a scientifically-validated treatment that prioritizes the client's values in therapy and offers concrete skills for how to work with painful experiences and how to take mindful, effective action in difficult situations. This ACT approach is supported and informed by my training in other cognitive-behavioral therapies, including exposure with response prevention (ERP), prolonged exposure (PE), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
I am committed to creating a safe environment in which clients feel empowered to enact meaningful change in their lives. I approach this work using acceptance commitment therapy ( ACT), a scientifically-validated treatment that prioritizes the client's values in therapy and offers concrete skills for how to work with painful experiences and how to take mindful, effective action in difficult situations. This ACT approach is supported and informed by my training in other cognitive-behavioral therapies, including exposure with response prevention (ERP), prolonged exposure (PE), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
Michael Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and I often use parts work (IFS) alongside as needed.
As human beings, we naturally seek meaning and purpose, yet we also resist the difficult experiences that could move us toward them. These difficult experiences exist in the world, but often live within us in the form of stuck loops - repeating thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories, and beliefs - parts of ourselves that may need to be more fully experienced, acknowledged, and examined. When approaching these experiences with a compassionate and curious awareness, we can begin to discern what's truly authentic for us and create more ease, meaning, creativity, and possibility for the future.
My therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and I often use parts work (IFS) alongside as needed.
As human beings, we naturally seek meaning and purpose, yet we also resist the difficult experiences that could move us toward them. These difficult experiences exist in the world, but often live within us in the form of stuck loops - repeating thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories, and beliefs - parts of ourselves that may need to be more fully experienced, acknowledged, and examined. When approaching these experiences with a compassionate and curious awareness, we can begin to discern what's truly authentic for us and create more ease, meaning, creativity, and possibility for the future.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
, CBT/DBT/ ACT) in the service of your values.
UPDATED 11/2: - -Current waitlist; prospective clients encouraged to email- - -Many people seek out therapy to decrease unwanted experiences; to feel less depressed, feel less anxious, etc. While I work with clients to address these concerns, I also help to identify what we can increase together. What are your values? How can we work together to add more to your life consistent with those values? As a solo practitioner, I deliberately maintain a small client caseload to ensure I am fully able to attend to my clients’ needs. My areas of expertise include treatment of depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties in adults.
, CBT/DBT/ ACT) in the service of your values.
UPDATED 11/2: - -Current waitlist; prospective clients encouraged to email- - -Many people seek out therapy to decrease unwanted experiences; to feel less depressed, feel less anxious, etc. While I work with clients to address these concerns, I also help to identify what we can increase together. What are your values? How can we work together to add more to your life consistent with those values? As a solo practitioner, I deliberately maintain a small client caseload to ensure I am fully able to attend to my clients’ needs. My areas of expertise include treatment of depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties in adults.
Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), I strive to help clients explore their experiences and identities without judgment, build self- acceptance, strengthen meaningful relationships, and identify what is most important to them.
I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community and specialize in therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, neurodiversity, trauma, chronic illness or pain, and relationship and family difficulties. I am also experienced in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Utilizing evidence-based and integrated, systems-based approaches, I strive to empower my clients, guiding them on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. In every session, my goal is to provide a space where clients feel seen and supported.
Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), I strive to help clients explore their experiences and identities without judgment, build self- acceptance, strengthen meaningful relationships, and identify what is most important to them.
I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community and specialize in therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, neurodiversity, trauma, chronic illness or pain, and relationship and family difficulties. I am also experienced in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Utilizing evidence-based and integrated, systems-based approaches, I strive to empower my clients, guiding them on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. In every session, my goal is to provide a space where clients feel seen and supported.
Jamie Sturm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Treatment is tailored to each individual, and is based in therapeutic modalities including Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness practices.
If you are struggling with a life transition, relationship issue or feeling stuck in a cycle of worry or sadness, I am here to listen to you and help. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing, gain insight into deeply rooted patterns of behavior, and identify skills to help you live life according to your own values. My style is active and engaged, and my clients find therapy to be a safe, supportive and collaborative space. We will examine the important information that your emotions convey, understand long-held narratives that may no longer serve you, and learn to expand self-compassion in life’s harder moments.
Treatment is tailored to each individual, and is based in therapeutic modalities including Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness practices.
If you are struggling with a life transition, relationship issue or feeling stuck in a cycle of worry or sadness, I am here to listen to you and help. Together, we will explore the challenges you are facing, gain insight into deeply rooted patterns of behavior, and identify skills to help you live life according to your own values. My style is active and engaged, and my clients find therapy to be a safe, supportive and collaborative space. We will examine the important information that your emotions convey, understand long-held narratives that may no longer serve you, and learn to expand self-compassion in life’s harder moments.
Treatment is tailored to fit your needs and goals, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), ICBT, ACT, Family Systems, and Strengths based approaches.
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. I offer an active and collaborative therapeutic style that allows the opportunity for clients to learn, grow, explore, challenge and live the life they want to be living. With a background working in community mental health, private practice, clinical supervision and consulting in public/private school settings; I have more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have helped patients with a broad range of needs including Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Depression, behavioral and/or relational difficulties.
Treatment is tailored to fit your needs and goals, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), ICBT, ACT, Family Systems, and Strengths based approaches.
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. I offer an active and collaborative therapeutic style that allows the opportunity for clients to learn, grow, explore, challenge and live the life they want to be living. With a background working in community mental health, private practice, clinical supervision and consulting in public/private school settings; I have more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have helped patients with a broad range of needs including Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Depression, behavioral and/or relational difficulties.
Ella Laniado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
I utilize an integrative approach to best serve your needs drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP and play therapy modalities.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming and intimidating. I recognize the importance of building a safe and trusting relationship with you to best support you and your needs. My approach is highlighted by my warmth, creativity, and humor, which informs my ability to build rapport and strengthen our therapeutic relationship. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families in inpatient, outpatient and school settings. I believe in utilizing a collaborative approach, drawing from your experiences and insights to support growth and healing.
I utilize an integrative approach to best serve your needs drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP and play therapy modalities.
Finding a therapist can be overwhelming and intimidating. I recognize the importance of building a safe and trusting relationship with you to best support you and your needs. My approach is highlighted by my warmth, creativity, and humor, which informs my ability to build rapport and strengthen our therapeutic relationship. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families in inpatient, outpatient and school settings. I believe in utilizing a collaborative approach, drawing from your experiences and insights to support growth and healing.
Catarina Montenegro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
I take a relational integrative approach drawing on CBT, ACT, play therapy & mindfulness techniques.
I'm dedicated to providing a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where you can feel seen and empowered to achieve your goals. I acknowledge the bravery and courage it takes to seek help, and I'm here to support you through that journey with compassion. Whether you're looking for an empathetic listener or practical coping skills, I'm dedicated to creating an individualized treatment plan, supporting and collaborating with you every step of the way.
I take a relational integrative approach drawing on CBT, ACT, play therapy & mindfulness techniques.
I'm dedicated to providing a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where you can feel seen and empowered to achieve your goals. I acknowledge the bravery and courage it takes to seek help, and I'm here to support you through that journey with compassion. Whether you're looking for an empathetic listener or practical coping skills, I'm dedicated to creating an individualized treatment plan, supporting and collaborating with you every step of the way.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
My practice focuses on treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety/Depression, and Substance Use. With any and all presenting concerns, I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment. I have an integrative approach, focusing on research backed treatments that are proven to be effective for symptom improvement. I also deeply value insight oriented discussions of past experiences and relevant interpersonal concerns. I am careful to use these methods in the context of a client centered and welcoming environment which accounts for an individual's particular needs and experiences.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
My practice focuses on treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety/Depression, and Substance Use. With any and all presenting concerns, I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment. I have an integrative approach, focusing on research backed treatments that are proven to be effective for symptom improvement. I also deeply value insight oriented discussions of past experiences and relevant interpersonal concerns. I am careful to use these methods in the context of a client centered and welcoming environment which accounts for an individual's particular needs and experiences.
Mindfulness, observation without judgment and acceptance are key to managing all life has brought before you.
Would you like things to work better in your life, to feel happier and more in control? Some difficulties stem from situational and environmental factors, others are rooted in developmental issues, personality traits, mood disorders or psychosis. Life can be challenging for children and adults of all ages. Learn to identify your personal life values, thoughts and feelings. Focus on current functioning and develop improved mind-body relaxation, error-free thinking and emotion management, reflection and communication. Explore early attachments and present family and relationship dynamics. Address developmental and learning related concerns. I support medication when appropriate and welcomed by you.
Mindfulness, observation without judgment and acceptance are key to managing all life has brought before you.
Would you like things to work better in your life, to feel happier and more in control? Some difficulties stem from situational and environmental factors, others are rooted in developmental issues, personality traits, mood disorders or psychosis. Life can be challenging for children and adults of all ages. Learn to identify your personal life values, thoughts and feelings. Focus on current functioning and develop improved mind-body relaxation, error-free thinking and emotion management, reflection and communication. Explore early attachments and present family and relationship dynamics. Address developmental and learning related concerns. I support medication when appropriate and welcomed by you.
I am currently accepting new clients! Do you often find yourself feeling sad or anxious? Do you worry about yourself or your child? Do you wish you could be your best self? With over fifteen years of clinical experience, my style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I work with clients of all ages in the context of individual and family therapy. I offer a goal-oriented and strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, ACT, art/narrative therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.
I am currently accepting new clients! Do you often find yourself feeling sad or anxious? Do you worry about yourself or your child? Do you wish you could be your best self? With over fifteen years of clinical experience, my style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I work with clients of all ages in the context of individual and family therapy. I offer a goal-oriented and strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, ACT, art/narrative therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.
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