Alcohol Use Therapists in Brookline, MA

**I am not currently accepting any new referrals** I have been working as a psychotherapist in the Boston area for over 25 years. I work hard to help create a safe space in which individuals can explore struggles without the fear of judgment. Whether people are wanting to address a current life situation that is challenging or feel they have unresolved issues from their childhood, I work collaboratively to help people challenge themselves to gain insights and greater satisfaction in their personal and professional worlds.

If you need help with depression and anxiety, or are struggling to break or gain control over unhealthy patterns, unhappy relationships, or addiction, psychotherapy can be an effective treatment. I work hard to understand what makes you unique, how your personal history affects you now, and what qualities and strengths you can tap into to feel better. I typically will take an active approach with you, at times challenging negative or distorted thinking and at other times helping you face painful feelings. This is done with respect and genuine curiosity as we work together to help you enjoy your life.

I am a psychotherapist with over 30 years experience. The majority of my work has been in the field of addiction recovery, educating and working with individuals and families at all stages of treatment. I have special interest and expertise helping people process trauma and move toward an integrated recovery. I also work with individuals and families effected by ADD/ADHD and coach them to use new strategies to deal with symptoms and conflicts. I love the creative process of helping people find new ways of understanding their stories and themselves so they can develop more useful ways of responding to life's challenges.

I am an independently licensed social worker deeply committed to helping individuals and couples navigate issues that they feel are impeding their ability to live as the best, most authentic version of themselves. Over the past five years, I have worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, gender/identity issues, OCD, relationship difficulties, self esteem and many others. I strongly believe that therapy can only be effective if it is rooted in the philosophy of unconditional positive regard, and I believe that this is reflected in my open, candid and profoundly non-judgmental style.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) providing individual psychotherapy. My practice focuses on young adults and adults with mood disorders, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, and addictions. My style is warm, direct, and relational. I strive to build a strong therapeutic alliance and tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs.

Are you weary of traditional methods of therapy? Whereas CBT, DBT, and other methods make you do homework and change your thoughts for your happiness, my methods are more interesting, imaginative, and highly personalized... and I use humor! We wont fight our suffering, we'll work with it, and transform it. Got anxiety, communication issues, existential dread (I mean, with the world being as it is, how can we not?), or a host of other things that cause you suffering? With my support you can catch a wave and surf into your best self. What's in it for you? A healing relationship with one of the most supportive people out here!