Adoption Therapists in Burlington, MA

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Rebecca Pearsall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, MA 01803
Considering therapy is a big step and finding a therapist who matches your needs is an important part of the process. I specialize in working with new parents through pregnancy and postpartum, also have experience working with adoptive parents. The journey into parenthood can simultaneously be filled with joy and uncertainty. Changes in mood, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts are common as one navigates this enormous life change. It may feel isolating at times, and you do not need to face this alone.
Considering therapy is a big step and finding a therapist who matches your needs is an important part of the process. I specialize in working with new parents through pregnancy and postpartum, also have experience working with adoptive parents. The journey into parenthood can simultaneously be filled with joy and uncertainty. Changes in mood, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts are common as one navigates this enormous life change. It may feel isolating at times, and you do not need to face this alone.
(508) 590-9889 View (508) 590-9889
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Latrese Vance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
It can be challenging and scary to seek counseling and to take the first steps toward desired change. Being aware of that, Latrese is grateful and eager about the opportunity to meet people where they are and to help them get to where they want to be.
It can be challenging and scary to seek counseling and to take the first steps toward desired change. Being aware of that, Latrese is grateful and eager about the opportunity to meet people where they are and to help them get to where they want to be.
(339) 333-7711 View (339) 333-7711
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Malikah Shaheed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
(339) 331-0313 View (339) 331-0313
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New Inspiration Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EdS, MSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803  (Online Only)
We work well with people throughout the age range, whether it is a child struggling in school, an adult overwhelmed by life's demands, or a senior citizen in need of support, we are prepared and eager to help. While your relationship with your therapist is central, we focus on RESULTS: With a dynamic mix of positive psychology and evidence-based treatment, it's our mission to help you to feel better & do better in your life.
We work well with people throughout the age range, whether it is a child struggling in school, an adult overwhelmed by life's demands, or a senior citizen in need of support, we are prepared and eager to help. While your relationship with your therapist is central, we focus on RESULTS: With a dynamic mix of positive psychology and evidence-based treatment, it's our mission to help you to feel better & do better in your life.
(339) 230-2673 View (339) 230-2673
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Julie Belmont
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803  (Online Only)
Family planning, moving, buying a home, changing jobs, becoming empty nesters, debating the end to a marriage, and learning to co-parent during and after a separation: These are some of life's most stressful experiences. Figuring out what you want to do, individually and/or as a couple, can add significant stress and strain to self or on a marriage or the relationship you are trying to build after a partnership has ended.
Family planning, moving, buying a home, changing jobs, becoming empty nesters, debating the end to a marriage, and learning to co-parent during and after a separation: These are some of life's most stressful experiences. Figuring out what you want to do, individually and/or as a couple, can add significant stress and strain to self or on a marriage or the relationship you are trying to build after a partnership has ended.
(339) 330-3743 View (339) 330-3743
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Gregory Curtis, LICSW, New Inspiration, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, CCBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, MA 01803
I work well with people throughout the age range, whether it's a child struggling in school, an adult overwhelmed by life's demands, or a senior citizen in need of support, I'm prepared and eager to help. While your relationship with your therapist is central, I focus on RESULTS: With a dynamic mix of positive psychology and evidence-based treatment, it's my mission to help you to feel better & do better in your life.
I work well with people throughout the age range, whether it's a child struggling in school, an adult overwhelmed by life's demands, or a senior citizen in need of support, I'm prepared and eager to help. While your relationship with your therapist is central, I focus on RESULTS: With a dynamic mix of positive psychology and evidence-based treatment, it's my mission to help you to feel better & do better in your life.
(339) 229-6906 View (339) 229-6906
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New Inspiration Teen Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CCBT, MSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
We're the therapists for "kids who don't like therapy." These days - especially - teens are too often suffering and struggling in their homes and in our schools. And everyone could use some help: kids, parents, and the caring professionals in our schools. Throughout the state, our therapists and life coaches serve as "part of the team," helping teens to feel better, and do better. Together, we'll explore and better understand what's been happening, how to change patterns, and how to get better results!
We're the therapists for "kids who don't like therapy." These days - especially - teens are too often suffering and struggling in their homes and in our schools. And everyone could use some help: kids, parents, and the caring professionals in our schools. Throughout the state, our therapists and life coaches serve as "part of the team," helping teens to feel better, and do better. Together, we'll explore and better understand what's been happening, how to change patterns, and how to get better results!
(339) 331-1084 View (339) 331-1084
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Solomon Zinn Hallal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, MA 01803  (Online Only)
Being alive in 2022 is wild! are you ISO someone to help make meaning of this novel time and place? let’s sit in the strangeness of this moment in time together, feeling through the sad and challenging bits until we can get back into the present, together. i love to talk and hear about gender, expression and relationships, and to learn how experiencing addiction and trauma have made you the beautiful and resilient creature you are today! im a sober body posi fat white southern queer non-binary intersectional feminist polyamorist parent to adopted kids..i bet we have something in common!
Being alive in 2022 is wild! are you ISO someone to help make meaning of this novel time and place? let’s sit in the strangeness of this moment in time together, feeling through the sad and challenging bits until we can get back into the present, together. i love to talk and hear about gender, expression and relationships, and to learn how experiencing addiction and trauma have made you the beautiful and resilient creature you are today! im a sober body posi fat white southern queer non-binary intersectional feminist polyamorist parent to adopted kids..i bet we have something in common!
(802) 255-8683 View (802) 255-8683
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Mia Shapiro
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
We all get stuck and need help at times in our lives. Whether you struggle to deal with emotions in your closest relationships at home or at work, you can live a more fulfilling and balanced life. I welcome the opportunity to work with you on this journey. My style is relational. I take the time to get to know you – your strengths and challenges, personal history and present struggles—and work with you to figure out effective paths forward. Throughout my 20 years in the field of mental health, I have seen the long-lasting benefit of addressing my clients’ current emotional distress and the emotional roots.
We all get stuck and need help at times in our lives. Whether you struggle to deal with emotions in your closest relationships at home or at work, you can live a more fulfilling and balanced life. I welcome the opportunity to work with you on this journey. My style is relational. I take the time to get to know you – your strengths and challenges, personal history and present struggles—and work with you to figure out effective paths forward. Throughout my 20 years in the field of mental health, I have seen the long-lasting benefit of addressing my clients’ current emotional distress and the emotional roots.
(339) 217-3688 View (339) 217-3688
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Lyndsey Brinson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, MA 01805
You: "I can't deal with how I feel any longer. I am not myself and I don't know what else to do!" Me: I am here to help you feel good again. I will help you to find your way back to the path that highlights your strengths, encourages your desires, and pushes you to be the best version of you. We will work together to move you from surviving to thriving. Will will focus on understanding what obstacles are holding you back from doing the things you want to do and developing strategies that use your strengths to keep you on the path toward feeling good.
You: "I can't deal with how I feel any longer. I am not myself and I don't know what else to do!" Me: I am here to help you feel good again. I will help you to find your way back to the path that highlights your strengths, encourages your desires, and pushes you to be the best version of you. We will work together to move you from surviving to thriving. Will will focus on understanding what obstacles are holding you back from doing the things you want to do and developing strategies that use your strengths to keep you on the path toward feeling good.
(978) 291-4878 View (978) 291-4878
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Kaeley Majewski
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who utilizes a person-centered, relational approach. I am trained in behavioral modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work closely with clients to learn ways to tolerate distress and regulate their emotions while learning to recover from difficult experiences. For more information on my approach please see my practice website at www.elysiumcounseling.org
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who utilizes a person-centered, relational approach. I am trained in behavioral modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work closely with clients to learn ways to tolerate distress and regulate their emotions while learning to recover from difficult experiences. For more information on my approach please see my practice website at www.elysiumcounseling.org
(857) 760-4512 View (857) 760-4512
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Tammy Carson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803  (Online Only)
I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Florida. I attended a Christian college for my undergraduate degree at Eastern Nazarene a college affiliated through the church of the Nazarene. The social work department at the college mirrored and was taught social work through a Christian perspective and philosophies taken from the stories of the bible. I completed my graduate degree at Simmons School of Social Work in Boston Massachusetts, getting an MSW, and an Urban Leadership certificate.
I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Florida. I attended a Christian college for my undergraduate degree at Eastern Nazarene a college affiliated through the church of the Nazarene. The social work department at the college mirrored and was taught social work through a Christian perspective and philosophies taken from the stories of the bible. I completed my graduate degree at Simmons School of Social Work in Boston Massachusetts, getting an MSW, and an Urban Leadership certificate.
(617) 380-4538 View (617) 380-4538
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Kris Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts. Most of my clients are young adults and adults, although I do have extensive experience working with children and adolescents as well. I'm here to support my clients to tune into their resiliency and intuition as they move toward what they want in life, as well as how to recognize and strengthen their communities of support.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts. Most of my clients are young adults and adults, although I do have extensive experience working with children and adolescents as well. I'm here to support my clients to tune into their resiliency and intuition as they move toward what they want in life, as well as how to recognize and strengthen their communities of support.
(508) 388-1607 View (508) 388-1607

More Therapists Nearby

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Eileen Yang Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When seeking a therapist, it is important to find someone with whom you can establish a point of connection and a deeper trusting relationship. I have been practicing for 30+ years in a variety of settings, from community mental health, secondary schools and college and university settings. Over the years, it is been my privilege to assist young adults, children, adolescents and, their families to work through the challenges in their lives. My strengths as a practitioner are in helping clients identify and employ their strengths while discovering creative solutions.
When seeking a therapist, it is important to find someone with whom you can establish a point of connection and a deeper trusting relationship. I have been practicing for 30+ years in a variety of settings, from community mental health, secondary schools and college and university settings. Over the years, it is been my privilege to assist young adults, children, adolescents and, their families to work through the challenges in their lives. My strengths as a practitioner are in helping clients identify and employ their strengths while discovering creative solutions.
(617) 741-7311 View (617) 741-7311
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Shane MacDonald, LICSW, New Inspiration Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801  (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.
(617) 675-2000 View (617) 675-2000
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Center Psychotherapy
Counselor
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801
Center Psychotherapy is a group mental health practice that is committed to providing quality and expert mental health treatment using a humanist, client-centered approach to therapy. Our clinicians recognize that successful treatment varies with individual needs, strengths, and personal client preferences. We strive to work with you to develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions that recognize strengths, not just symptom expression.
Center Psychotherapy is a group mental health practice that is committed to providing quality and expert mental health treatment using a humanist, client-centered approach to therapy. Our clinicians recognize that successful treatment varies with individual needs, strengths, and personal client preferences. We strive to work with you to develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions that recognize strengths, not just symptom expression.
(781) 236-3317 View (781) 236-3317
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Dr. Donna Salusti
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801
Dr. Salusti received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 1998 at the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, Boston, MA., with specialty training in clinical neuropsychology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Department of Behavioral Neurology, Boston, MA. Her post-doctoral training included a fellowship in clinical psychology at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA., and in clinical psychology and forensic evaluation at Children’s Charter, Waltham, MA. She holds a Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology, with subsequent clinical work at McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Belmont, MA.
Dr. Salusti received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 1998 at the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, Boston, MA., with specialty training in clinical neuropsychology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Department of Behavioral Neurology, Boston, MA. Her post-doctoral training included a fellowship in clinical psychology at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA., and in clinical psychology and forensic evaluation at Children’s Charter, Waltham, MA. She holds a Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology, with subsequent clinical work at McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Belmont, MA.
(339) 201-9912 View (339) 201-9912
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Clear and Centered Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woburn, MA 01801
Feeling depressed, anxious, and unable to concentrate. Perhaps your life isn't going in the direction you had hoped it would. Life can get difficult at times and counseling can truly make all the difference. I have over 15 years of counseling experience and draw upon solution focused treatment to help you start living the life you love. I invite you to call for an initial free phone consult. I work with children, adults, couples and families.
Feeling depressed, anxious, and unable to concentrate. Perhaps your life isn't going in the direction you had hoped it would. Life can get difficult at times and counseling can truly make all the difference. I have over 15 years of counseling experience and draw upon solution focused treatment to help you start living the life you love. I invite you to call for an initial free phone consult. I work with children, adults, couples and families.
(781) 336-0712 View (781) 336-0712
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Kathleen Ercolini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woburn, MA 01801
Looking for the right therapist can be overwhelming. Whether this is for yourself, your child or teen, it can be difficult finding a good fit for you or your loved one. By beginning a therapeutic relationship with me, you will have a place where you can finally feel empowered around whatever emotional obstacles you or your loved one are facing. You can rely on me to provide support, resources and information that will help to guide the therapeutic journey.
Looking for the right therapist can be overwhelming. Whether this is for yourself, your child or teen, it can be difficult finding a good fit for you or your loved one. By beginning a therapeutic relationship with me, you will have a place where you can finally feel empowered around whatever emotional obstacles you or your loved one are facing. You can rely on me to provide support, resources and information that will help to guide the therapeutic journey.
(617) 415-4437 View (617) 415-4437
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Shane MacDonald, LICSW, New Inspiration LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801  (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.
(617) 675-2000 View (617) 675-2000
Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.