Therapists in Brookline, MA
Hello and welcome! If you would like to learn various stress management techniques for everyday life, curious about the mindfulness practice, or would like a safe space to answer the question, "what does relaxation feel like for me?" to better reduce anxiety symptoms, I am here to help through Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART). I typically work with adults who are experiencing situational stressors/life changes, grief, caregiving, PTSD/trauma histories, anxiety/depressive disorders, and those who want to better cope with chronic illness diagnoses (cancer, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, pain, insomnia & more).
Hello and welcome! If you would like to learn various stress management techniques for everyday life, curious about the mindfulness practice, or would like a safe space to answer the question, "what does relaxation feel like for me?" to better reduce anxiety symptoms, I am here to help through Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART). I typically work with adults who are experiencing situational stressors/life changes, grief, caregiving, PTSD/trauma histories, anxiety/depressive disorders, and those who want to better cope with chronic illness diagnoses (cancer, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, pain, insomnia & more).
Wendy Emory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to adjust to a life transition as your usual ways of coping don't seem to be working? Or, are you looking to heal from loss, trauma or illness, or perhaps you're caring for someone who is? Maybe, you're wishing to feel more hope, joy, or ease in your life. There are endless possibilities, huh. What are you hoping to transform as you courageously show up to change? Regardless of whatever it may be, your body's innate wisdom may be pivotal in your journey toward restoring a sense of well-being in your life. Whatever you're seeking, I'll work collaboratively with you, to access what already exists within you!
Are you struggling to adjust to a life transition as your usual ways of coping don't seem to be working? Or, are you looking to heal from loss, trauma or illness, or perhaps you're caring for someone who is? Maybe, you're wishing to feel more hope, joy, or ease in your life. There are endless possibilities, huh. What are you hoping to transform as you courageously show up to change? Regardless of whatever it may be, your body's innate wisdom may be pivotal in your journey toward restoring a sense of well-being in your life. Whatever you're seeking, I'll work collaboratively with you, to access what already exists within you!
Tammy Faintuch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445
If you are reading this, it is because you believe that you or someone you care about would benefit from therapy. I know that the search can seem overwhelming and the process daunting, so I make it a priority to create a safe, comfortable, and professional therapeutic space, no matter your difficulties, background or needs. I strive to create a trusting relationship to navigate with you whatever it is that brings you into therapy. My areas of expertise include life transitions, adjustments (acculturation, parenting, etc), learning disabilities (ADHD, Dyslexia, etc.), chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
If you are reading this, it is because you believe that you or someone you care about would benefit from therapy. I know that the search can seem overwhelming and the process daunting, so I make it a priority to create a safe, comfortable, and professional therapeutic space, no matter your difficulties, background or needs. I strive to create a trusting relationship to navigate with you whatever it is that brings you into therapy. My areas of expertise include life transitions, adjustments (acculturation, parenting, etc), learning disabilities (ADHD, Dyslexia, etc.), chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Jennifer has over 15 years of therapy experience working with teenagers, young adults and adults. She has experience working with a variety of clients and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and grief. Jennifer is an empathic therapist who provides a judgment-free zone that gives individuals a safe place to express their thoughts and feelings. She utilizes a person-centered approach and adjusts her interventions depending on the client’s needs, beliefs and desires. When it is appropriate, she helps clients build assertiveness skills, create coping skills and improve self-care.
Jennifer has over 15 years of therapy experience working with teenagers, young adults and adults. She has experience working with a variety of clients and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and grief. Jennifer is an empathic therapist who provides a judgment-free zone that gives individuals a safe place to express their thoughts and feelings. She utilizes a person-centered approach and adjusts her interventions depending on the client’s needs, beliefs and desires. When it is appropriate, she helps clients build assertiveness skills, create coping skills and improve self-care.
I believe you are the expert on yourself and I am here to support and empower you in gaining insight. Throughout our time together, I will provide you with a listening ear and guidance, as well as practical solutions to improve your mental health and well-being. Along the way, we will uncover the coping mechanisms that once worked for you and no longer do, as well as develop new ones that will support you and bring you awareness, acceptance and growth.
I believe you are the expert on yourself and I am here to support and empower you in gaining insight. Throughout our time together, I will provide you with a listening ear and guidance, as well as practical solutions to improve your mental health and well-being. Along the way, we will uncover the coping mechanisms that once worked for you and no longer do, as well as develop new ones that will support you and bring you awareness, acceptance and growth.
Stefanie Acierno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Stefanie Acierno, LICSW, is a seasoned psychotherapist with 25+ years in behavioral health, based in Massachusetts. She specializes in attachment styles, anxiety, stress, OCD, intrusive thoughts, and ADD/ADHD. Stefanie’s approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to enhance self-confidence, self-awareness, and break unhealthy patterns. She offers tailored, compassionate support to adults, college students, and athletes, fostering personal growth and emotional resilience.
Stefanie Acierno, LICSW, is a seasoned psychotherapist with 25+ years in behavioral health, based in Massachusetts. She specializes in attachment styles, anxiety, stress, OCD, intrusive thoughts, and ADD/ADHD. Stefanie’s approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to enhance self-confidence, self-awareness, and break unhealthy patterns. She offers tailored, compassionate support to adults, college students, and athletes, fostering personal growth and emotional resilience.
Sept 2024 openings- I believe that most of us can greatly benefit from a safe, trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Seeking help can be an overwhelming and intimidating process. I am a warm, engaged and directive therapist who believes that people can make positive changes to feel better and live more connected lives. My approach to therapy is integrative; combining psychodynamic, IFS, behavioral, mind-body, and relational models. I work with teens, college students, adults, couples and families on a variety of presenting concerns. Additionally, I offer consultation and supervision services to other clinicians.
Sept 2024 openings- I believe that most of us can greatly benefit from a safe, trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Seeking help can be an overwhelming and intimidating process. I am a warm, engaged and directive therapist who believes that people can make positive changes to feel better and live more connected lives. My approach to therapy is integrative; combining psychodynamic, IFS, behavioral, mind-body, and relational models. I work with teens, college students, adults, couples and families on a variety of presenting concerns. Additionally, I offer consultation and supervision services to other clinicians.
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.
As a therapist, I provide individual, couples and family therapy to adolescents and adults. I work in a collaborative, non-judgmental manner that aims to promote positive change within a person's life. After a comprehensive assessment, I utilize a variety of approaches including psychodynamic (focused on developing insight) and cognitive behavioral (focused on understanding the thoughts and behaviors that shape experience) based on individual need. Through therapy that respects the complexities of each individual's life, I strive for my clients to develop a deep understanding of themselves that will enable long lasting growth.
As a therapist, I provide individual, couples and family therapy to adolescents and adults. I work in a collaborative, non-judgmental manner that aims to promote positive change within a person's life. After a comprehensive assessment, I utilize a variety of approaches including psychodynamic (focused on developing insight) and cognitive behavioral (focused on understanding the thoughts and behaviors that shape experience) based on individual need. Through therapy that respects the complexities of each individual's life, I strive for my clients to develop a deep understanding of themselves that will enable long lasting growth.
I'm a licensed mental health clinician practicing in Brookline, MA. I work with individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, chronic illness and relationship challenges. I use strength based, relational, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients explore their emotions and behaviors in a nonjudgmental way.
I'm a licensed mental health clinician practicing in Brookline, MA. I work with individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, chronic illness and relationship challenges. I use strength based, relational, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients explore their emotions and behaviors in a nonjudgmental way.
Sara L. Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression, using multiple approaches (see below). Many of my clients are graduate students, and young professionals. But I also work with older adults, who are juggling work, relationships, and family commitments. Life in Boston can be exciting, but also demanding and stressful. I work with clients on reducing the stress and creating more of a work/life balance. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and in the healing process, but I also believe in the importance of using various tools and techniques to help clients achieve their goals.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression, using multiple approaches (see below). Many of my clients are graduate students, and young professionals. But I also work with older adults, who are juggling work, relationships, and family commitments. Life in Boston can be exciting, but also demanding and stressful. I work with clients on reducing the stress and creating more of a work/life balance. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and in the healing process, but I also believe in the importance of using various tools and techniques to help clients achieve their goals.
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Brookline, MA 02445
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There can be many reasons to consider beginning therapy. We seem to live in a time of increased isolation and alienation, dissatisfaction and unrest. Talk therapy provides a unique space for connection, reflection, and understanding. It can help with overcoming internal and external obstacles, leading to a higher quality of life and relationships. I have experience working with people who have depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, fears, and a range of mental health challenges. By gaining a deeper understanding of your issues and yourself, we can find relief and a way forward.
There can be many reasons to consider beginning therapy. We seem to live in a time of increased isolation and alienation, dissatisfaction and unrest. Talk therapy provides a unique space for connection, reflection, and understanding. It can help with overcoming internal and external obstacles, leading to a higher quality of life and relationships. I have experience working with people who have depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, fears, and a range of mental health challenges. By gaining a deeper understanding of your issues and yourself, we can find relief and a way forward.
Reaching out to a therapist requires courage and readiness for wanting to make changes. Perhaps you are feeling trapped in your own mind, maybe a tough circumstance forces you to face what is not working anymore in your life, or an inner pain becomes so loud that you can no longer ignore it. In my work, I strive to help you discover yourself, and look at patterns and habits that no longer serve you. My hope is to guide you to break free from whatever is holding you back to become who you truly are.
Reaching out to a therapist requires courage and readiness for wanting to make changes. Perhaps you are feeling trapped in your own mind, maybe a tough circumstance forces you to face what is not working anymore in your life, or an inner pain becomes so loud that you can no longer ignore it. In my work, I strive to help you discover yourself, and look at patterns and habits that no longer serve you. My hope is to guide you to break free from whatever is holding you back to become who you truly are.
Miriam Braude
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Finding someone you feel comfortable talking with is important when searching for a good therapist. My clients have described me as genuine and easy to talk to about life challenges. I think of myself as a coach or guide who helps you make connections, learn new ways to manage life and enhance your own unique strengths. My clients would describe my therapeutic style as supportive, nurturing, authentic, active, validating, and insight-building.
Finding someone you feel comfortable talking with is important when searching for a good therapist. My clients have described me as genuine and easy to talk to about life challenges. I think of myself as a coach or guide who helps you make connections, learn new ways to manage life and enhance your own unique strengths. My clients would describe my therapeutic style as supportive, nurturing, authentic, active, validating, and insight-building.
Psychotherapy can be invaluable in helping people recognize and change painful patterns of behavior. I work to create a space in which clients can face life's internal and external challenges with grace and humor. I offer over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with a very wide range of adults and couples. I have worked in community mental health and hospital settings and am comfortable treating serious mood disorders. My office is conveniently located in Brookline between Allston and Coolidge Corner. Please call me at 617-739-1619 for a free phone consultation.
Psychotherapy can be invaluable in helping people recognize and change painful patterns of behavior. I work to create a space in which clients can face life's internal and external challenges with grace and humor. I offer over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with a very wide range of adults and couples. I have worked in community mental health and hospital settings and am comfortable treating serious mood disorders. My office is conveniently located in Brookline between Allston and Coolidge Corner. Please call me at 617-739-1619 for a free phone consultation.
ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS. 20 Years experience at Harvard Medical School/ synthesis of psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, behavioral therapy. See www.drheidithermenos.com I have synthesized into a coherent therapy style what I feel are the most effective elements of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral therapies. My work in cognitive neuroscience (studying the effects of cognitive remediation on the brain) also influences the work. I tailor my approach based on your goals, symptoms, cognitive style and phase of the therapy.
ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS. 20 Years experience at Harvard Medical School/ synthesis of psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, behavioral therapy. See www.drheidithermenos.com I have synthesized into a coherent therapy style what I feel are the most effective elements of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral therapies. My work in cognitive neuroscience (studying the effects of cognitive remediation on the brain) also influences the work. I tailor my approach based on your goals, symptoms, cognitive style and phase of the therapy.
You are not alone! Children and adults who experience adoption, complicated divorce, sexual abuse or death feel hurt, helpless and scared. The good news is that with the right support you can create positive changes, feel better and learn to be more resilient! I am easy to talk to, patient and compassionate. I provide a warm and non judgmental environment while taking an active role and suggesting new perspectives. I focus on what is strong not what is wrong. Together we discover your or your child's inherent strength and collaborate to develop healthier attachments and improved confidence.
You are not alone! Children and adults who experience adoption, complicated divorce, sexual abuse or death feel hurt, helpless and scared. The good news is that with the right support you can create positive changes, feel better and learn to be more resilient! I am easy to talk to, patient and compassionate. I provide a warm and non judgmental environment while taking an active role and suggesting new perspectives. I focus on what is strong not what is wrong. Together we discover your or your child's inherent strength and collaborate to develop healthier attachments and improved confidence.
Maria Agit, Ed.D., is a Doctor of Educational Psychology, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with expertise in behavioral medicine and psychodynamics. She works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, with particular interests in areas such as stress-related disorders, hypnosis, multi-cultural issues, life transitions and life phase adjustment, grief, loss and associated guilt, relationships and intimacy, life coaching and academic underachievement, and personal growth.
Maria Agit, Ed.D., is a Doctor of Educational Psychology, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with expertise in behavioral medicine and psychodynamics. She works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, with particular interests in areas such as stress-related disorders, hypnosis, multi-cultural issues, life transitions and life phase adjustment, grief, loss and associated guilt, relationships and intimacy, life coaching and academic underachievement, and personal growth.
Hannah Brents
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
Is purity culture or religious messaging preventing you from dating, sex, and healthy relationships? Have you rejected old religious beliefs but feel "stuck" making your new beliefs a reality? I help millennials like you by using a holistic approach to therapy. I combine CBT, IFS therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices like nervous system regulation to heal at the root of your issues; cultivate self compassion; create new, healthy relationships; and step into your sexual liberation era. I also offer CPT Intensives for those who want to heal NOW and don't want to spend months or even years in the traditional therapy model.
Is purity culture or religious messaging preventing you from dating, sex, and healthy relationships? Have you rejected old religious beliefs but feel "stuck" making your new beliefs a reality? I help millennials like you by using a holistic approach to therapy. I combine CBT, IFS therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices like nervous system regulation to heal at the root of your issues; cultivate self compassion; create new, healthy relationships; and step into your sexual liberation era. I also offer CPT Intensives for those who want to heal NOW and don't want to spend months or even years in the traditional therapy model.
Michele Lubowsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
It can be hard to quiet your mind. Maybe you put other's needs in front of your own, leaving little space for yourself. You want to connect with those around you, but it's hard to stop the buzzing feeling that takes over. Some moments feel ok, but other times you feel emotions you can't explain. Despite your achievements, sometimes it just doesn't feel like enough. Do you sometimes feel broken and wonder if it's just you? If it feels like time for something to change, you don't have to do it alone.
It can be hard to quiet your mind. Maybe you put other's needs in front of your own, leaving little space for yourself. You want to connect with those around you, but it's hard to stop the buzzing feeling that takes over. Some moments feel ok, but other times you feel emotions you can't explain. Despite your achievements, sometimes it just doesn't feel like enough. Do you sometimes feel broken and wonder if it's just you? If it feels like time for something to change, you don't have to do it alone.
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Number of Therapists in Brookline, MA
700+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Brookline, MA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Depression |
| 81% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 64% | Grief |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 80% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 45% | Aetna |
| 44% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Brookline, MA see their clients
| 60% | In Person and Online | |
| 40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 76% | Female | |
| 23% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |