Therapists in Brookline, MA
Is your child, adolescent, or young adult struggling to learn, make friends, or stay focused? Has s/he lost interest in activities or become irritable and sad? Are you worried about how s/he is sleeping, engaging with family, or eating? Are you concerned s/he might have a disability, special learning style, mental health or social emotional challenge? Are you wondering if s/he needs an IEP, 504, ICAP, or therapy? If so, I can help determine what your child needs? I provide comprehensive evaluations that answer these questions and more. There is a solution and I can assist you in the journey to learning how to empower your family!
Is your child, adolescent, or young adult struggling to learn, make friends, or stay focused? Has s/he lost interest in activities or become irritable and sad? Are you worried about how s/he is sleeping, engaging with family, or eating? Are you concerned s/he might have a disability, special learning style, mental health or social emotional challenge? Are you wondering if s/he needs an IEP, 504, ICAP, or therapy? If so, I can help determine what your child needs? I provide comprehensive evaluations that answer these questions and more. There is a solution and I can assist you in the journey to learning how to empower your family!
Let's think about our thinking. Curiosity and bravery are important aspects of any learning experience and these traits are equally important in psychotherapy. As a psychologist, I encourage my clients to be both brave and curious as we respectfully examine and process poignant thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Through this thoughtful process, the client is able to grow and gain self-confidence and improved internal emotional regulation. My goal or agenda for psychotherapy is not mine but yours, and I look forward to collaborating with you and bearing witness to your growth.
Let's think about our thinking. Curiosity and bravery are important aspects of any learning experience and these traits are equally important in psychotherapy. As a psychologist, I encourage my clients to be both brave and curious as we respectfully examine and process poignant thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Through this thoughtful process, the client is able to grow and gain self-confidence and improved internal emotional regulation. My goal or agenda for psychotherapy is not mine but yours, and I look forward to collaborating with you and bearing witness to your growth.
⯌ Providing in-person evaluations (neuropsychological, neurodevelopmental, psychoeducational). ⯌ Serving children, adolescents, adults. ⯌ SPECIALIZING in: ⯌ Impact of emotional wellness on learning (and vice-versa). ⯌ Strengths-based, non-pathologizing approach. ⯌ Strategies for ADHD, learning differences (i.e., dyslexia, intellectual giftedness), anxiety, temperamental & sensory sensitivity (i.e., highly sensitive children/adults), autism spectrum/neurodiversity, stress management, time management, & emotional wellness. ⯌ Licensed in CA, MA, and HI.
⯌ Providing in-person evaluations (neuropsychological, neurodevelopmental, psychoeducational). ⯌ Serving children, adolescents, adults. ⯌ SPECIALIZING in: ⯌ Impact of emotional wellness on learning (and vice-versa). ⯌ Strengths-based, non-pathologizing approach. ⯌ Strategies for ADHD, learning differences (i.e., dyslexia, intellectual giftedness), anxiety, temperamental & sensory sensitivity (i.e., highly sensitive children/adults), autism spectrum/neurodiversity, stress management, time management, & emotional wellness. ⯌ Licensed in CA, MA, and HI.
My practice specializes in neuropsychological and psychological evaluation of children and adults (ages 0 and up). Testing can be helpful in determining someone's unique cognitive and emotional profile. Testing is often helpful in determining diagnosis of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disorders, and Emotional or Behavioral Disorders. As part of the process, we work closely with educational and outpatient providers.
My practice specializes in neuropsychological and psychological evaluation of children and adults (ages 0 and up). Testing can be helpful in determining someone's unique cognitive and emotional profile. Testing is often helpful in determining diagnosis of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disorders, and Emotional or Behavioral Disorders. As part of the process, we work closely with educational and outpatient providers.
I specialize in providing neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults. I utilize a strength-based approach in my evaluations and work collaboratively with parents, teachers, therapists, and other professionals to best understand each patient. I provide diagnostic clarity regarding ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety, and other issues, and offer targeted recommendations individually-tailored to each patient's needs. My goal for every evaluation is to provide a "road map" to help each patient achieve success at school, work, and/or at home.
I specialize in providing neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults. I utilize a strength-based approach in my evaluations and work collaboratively with parents, teachers, therapists, and other professionals to best understand each patient. I provide diagnostic clarity regarding ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety, and other issues, and offer targeted recommendations individually-tailored to each patient's needs. My goal for every evaluation is to provide a "road map" to help each patient achieve success at school, work, and/or at home.
Are you struggling to connect with yourself, others, or the world around you? Do you feel anxious, irritable, or depressed? Being a human in 2024 can be challenging. If you want to feel better in your body, improve your relationships, or just be more okay, you've come to the right place. As someone who transformed from an angry, insecure neurodivergent teen into an open, emotionally-attuned and even-minded adult, I believe that we can all access our innate wisdom and thrive. My approach includes a holistic view of the human mind and body—and how health and wellness hacks contribute to our physical and emotional wellbeing.
Are you struggling to connect with yourself, others, or the world around you? Do you feel anxious, irritable, or depressed? Being a human in 2024 can be challenging. If you want to feel better in your body, improve your relationships, or just be more okay, you've come to the right place. As someone who transformed from an angry, insecure neurodivergent teen into an open, emotionally-attuned and even-minded adult, I believe that we can all access our innate wisdom and thrive. My approach includes a holistic view of the human mind and body—and how health and wellness hacks contribute to our physical and emotional wellbeing.
Noel Coakley is an LMHC) with a Master's in Counseling from Lesley and M.A. in Special Education from UMass Boston. He founded the Boston Center for Contemplative Practice to create a welcoming space for anyone to explore their personal experience and discover how they can contribute to expanding consciousness in their community & the world as a whole. Noel is also a certified yoga instructor and has been practicing meditation and yoga for 25 years. He is a father, husband, brother, musician, and friend to a dog named Jerry. He offers Buddhist influenced psychotherapy in the Greater Boston area. www.thebccp.com
Noel Coakley is an LMHC) with a Master's in Counseling from Lesley and M.A. in Special Education from UMass Boston. He founded the Boston Center for Contemplative Practice to create a welcoming space for anyone to explore their personal experience and discover how they can contribute to expanding consciousness in their community & the world as a whole. Noel is also a certified yoga instructor and has been practicing meditation and yoga for 25 years. He is a father, husband, brother, musician, and friend to a dog named Jerry. He offers Buddhist influenced psychotherapy in the Greater Boston area. www.thebccp.com
Dr. Marty Krakowsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
The demands of school, work, family and social relationships can be overwhelming for people of all ages. Societal pressures may add to our stress. We all need support as we navigate the different stages of our lives. We can get stuck, feel very low, or become increasingly anxious along the way. Children and adolescents may express or cope with these difficult emotions with troubling behavior. Parents often feel helpless or lost trying to support their children. Individual and family psychotherapy can help us better understand and manage our emotions, increase our sense of worth and control, and live a more fulfilling life.
The demands of school, work, family and social relationships can be overwhelming for people of all ages. Societal pressures may add to our stress. We all need support as we navigate the different stages of our lives. We can get stuck, feel very low, or become increasingly anxious along the way. Children and adolescents may express or cope with these difficult emotions with troubling behavior. Parents often feel helpless or lost trying to support their children. Individual and family psychotherapy can help us better understand and manage our emotions, increase our sense of worth and control, and live a more fulfilling life.
I am a licensed psychologist, meet with children and adolescents for individual psychotherapy, and provide parent consultation services in teletherapy meetings. My aim in my work with kids and teens is to provide a warm and supportive environment where they can come to better understand their emotions and habitual ways of coping, and explore different ways of thinking and behaving that will help them to function more successfully and happily in their everyday lives. My therapeutic approach combines elements of cognitive behavioral and talking therapy, use of visual materials, and mindfulness techniques.
I am a licensed psychologist, meet with children and adolescents for individual psychotherapy, and provide parent consultation services in teletherapy meetings. My aim in my work with kids and teens is to provide a warm and supportive environment where they can come to better understand their emotions and habitual ways of coping, and explore different ways of thinking and behaving that will help them to function more successfully and happily in their everyday lives. My therapeutic approach combines elements of cognitive behavioral and talking therapy, use of visual materials, and mindfulness techniques.
I take great pride in working thoughtfully to create a welcoming, safe space for each and every client who steps into my office. As I truly believe that each person requires and deserves a well-considered, customized approach to enhance their therapeutic experience, I draw from a variety of techniques and theoretical approaches based on the individual and their presenting issues. From small scale circumstances to traumatic experiences, I work diligently to gently guide my clients to deeper levels of emotional understanding and comfort.
I take great pride in working thoughtfully to create a welcoming, safe space for each and every client who steps into my office. As I truly believe that each person requires and deserves a well-considered, customized approach to enhance their therapeutic experience, I draw from a variety of techniques and theoretical approaches based on the individual and their presenting issues. From small scale circumstances to traumatic experiences, I work diligently to gently guide my clients to deeper levels of emotional understanding and comfort.
I have worked with people who have anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessions, compulsions, phobias, and panic. People come to me to work on relationships in order to resolve conflicts that are having a negative impact on them. These relationships may be significant others, spouse, child, parent, roommate, or co-worker.
I have worked with people who have anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessions, compulsions, phobias, and panic. People come to me to work on relationships in order to resolve conflicts that are having a negative impact on them. These relationships may be significant others, spouse, child, parent, roommate, or co-worker.
Are you looking to find relief from your daily struggles? A nurturing therapeutic relationship can help you uncover the self-love, acceptance, and resilience needed to grow and change. With deep respect for your uniqueness and wisdom, this relationship can inspire and act as the catalyst for progress. My work with clients is centered around creating emotional intelligence and a deeper understanding of underlying experiences and core beliefs.
Are you looking to find relief from your daily struggles? A nurturing therapeutic relationship can help you uncover the self-love, acceptance, and resilience needed to grow and change. With deep respect for your uniqueness and wisdom, this relationship can inspire and act as the catalyst for progress. My work with clients is centered around creating emotional intelligence and a deeper understanding of underlying experiences and core beliefs.
Now offering counseling appointments for pre-schoolers, children, teens & young adults for part-time summer and the 2024-25 school/college-year. The young people I see often have difficulty with impulsivity and self-regulation; anxiety, depression and low esteem; or are unable to focus. There may be social anxiety and feeling isolated from peers. Kids can get discouraged, disappointed or frustrated at school/home, giving up and withdrawing or resorting to behaviors that hurt them or get them into trouble. Kids really do want to do well, to succeed, to please others and feel loved. It is my pleasure to be with them during this time.
Now offering counseling appointments for pre-schoolers, children, teens & young adults for part-time summer and the 2024-25 school/college-year. The young people I see often have difficulty with impulsivity and self-regulation; anxiety, depression and low esteem; or are unable to focus. There may be social anxiety and feeling isolated from peers. Kids can get discouraged, disappointed or frustrated at school/home, giving up and withdrawing or resorting to behaviors that hurt them or get them into trouble. Kids really do want to do well, to succeed, to please others and feel loved. It is my pleasure to be with them during this time.
I believe that therapy is most effective when there is a warm, supportive relationship between the therapist and child or teen. Does your child suffer from anxiety, trouble getting along with peers, depression, or behavioral problems? Therapy can help you child strengthen and learn new skills to address these concerns.
I believe that therapy is most effective when there is a warm, supportive relationship between the therapist and child or teen. Does your child suffer from anxiety, trouble getting along with peers, depression, or behavioral problems? Therapy can help you child strengthen and learn new skills to address these concerns.
Katie Naftzger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445
I am the author of, "Parenting in the Eye of the Storm: The Adoptive Parent's Guide to Navigating the Teen Years." I offer consultation and psychotherapy for individuals and families throughout the life cycle.
I am the author of, "Parenting in the Eye of the Storm: The Adoptive Parent's Guide to Navigating the Teen Years." I offer consultation and psychotherapy for individuals and families throughout the life cycle.
I am committed to helping individuals to find the best within themselves and to share that with those most important to them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship difficulties (including "dating stress"), or life stresses, I always try to find what will be the most effective way to help you achieve your goals and live a happier, authentic, life.
I am committed to helping individuals to find the best within themselves and to share that with those most important to them. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship difficulties (including "dating stress"), or life stresses, I always try to find what will be the most effective way to help you achieve your goals and live a happier, authentic, life.
Shane MacDonald, LICSW, New Inspiration LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02146 (Online Only)
When you improve your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, you are “on the path” to a happier, healthier life. I’d like to help you along that path. Together, we can explore a range of approaches: whatever works. But – so you know where I’m coming from – in the end, it’s always about relationships. I’d like to meet you.
When you improve your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, you are “on the path” to a happier, healthier life. I’d like to help you along that path. Together, we can explore a range of approaches: whatever works. But – so you know where I’m coming from – in the end, it’s always about relationships. I’d like to meet you.
Jennifer Hersey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
I am an independent licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, autism, relationship issues, depression, life transitions, and behavioral patterns that may be holding one back from experiencing a life they desire. I use evidence-based methods of treatment. By establishing a collaborative relationship, I help individuals learn how to self-regulate, self-advocate, build relationships, confidence, and problem solve. I also provide parent coaching to help parents learn how to best support their child's unique needs.
I am an independent licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, autism, relationship issues, depression, life transitions, and behavioral patterns that may be holding one back from experiencing a life they desire. I use evidence-based methods of treatment. By establishing a collaborative relationship, I help individuals learn how to self-regulate, self-advocate, build relationships, confidence, and problem solve. I also provide parent coaching to help parents learn how to best support their child's unique needs.
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I provide comprehensive psychological assessments to identify learning disabilities, cognitive strengths and weaknesses, emotional and behavioral concerns, and developmental issues.
As an educational psychologist, my primary goal is to provide support and guidance to individuals in their educational journey. I understand that each individual is unique, with their own set of strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
I provide comprehensive psychological assessments to identify learning disabilities, cognitive strengths and weaknesses, emotional and behavioral concerns, and developmental issues.
As an educational psychologist, my primary goal is to provide support and guidance to individuals in their educational journey. I understand that each individual is unique, with their own set of strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
Here to help you with dyslexia, learning disorders, autism, ADHD, stroke, memory loss, concussion, & emotionality from these. Neuropsychological, psychological, & educational assessments & treatment. Internationally recognized for neuropsychology of reading, dyslexia and attention with the most comprehensive assessments available (clinical & research backgrounds bring a detailed approach); ages 3 to adult. Relationships with clients and their families are usually ongoing. I love helping you and give my best effort always. https://www.drlauriecestnick.com for FREE educational videos. 617-413-2065
Here to help you with dyslexia, learning disorders, autism, ADHD, stroke, memory loss, concussion, & emotionality from these. Neuropsychological, psychological, & educational assessments & treatment. Internationally recognized for neuropsychology of reading, dyslexia and attention with the most comprehensive assessments available (clinical & research backgrounds bring a detailed approach); ages 3 to adult. Relationships with clients and their families are usually ongoing. I love helping you and give my best effort always. https://www.drlauriecestnick.com for FREE educational videos. 617-413-2065
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.