Therapists in Neighborhood 9, Cambridge, MA

Therapy can be a wonderful way to deepen your understanding of the ways in which you view yourself and your experiences. Having a meaningful life with purpose and promise is something we all strive for. As your therapist, I will support you in developing goals and strategies that help you attain the things you want and form a more compassionate view of yourself. I utilize a collaborative approach that is individually tailored to honor the complexity that each person brings to the counseling relationship.

The client-centered psychotherapy services I provide are tailored to meet the individual needs of my clients. I draw from a variety of theoretical orientations, including psychodynamic (insight oriented), cognitive-behavioral (skills development) and relational treatment approaches, but the needs of my clients dictate the specific approaches I employ in our work. "Goodness-of-fit" between client and therapist, as well between client and treatment approach, is very important. I believe psychotherapy should address both surface-level problems (e.g. depression, anxiety, relationship conflict), as well as underlying causes of these problems, so it has a long-lasting impact.

We are experienced, interactive, feminist therapists who believe that the therapy relationship must be compassionate, trustworthy, and genuine. We work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and conflicts in relationships. We also have developed expertise on the treatment of substance abuse, the widespread effects of violence against women (incest, rape, battering, and harassment), eating disorders, addictions, parenting issues, and problems in the workplace. In our initial meetings with clients, we work to develop realistic goals and a time frame for therapy. Throughout the therapeutic process, we help clients identify strengths as well as problem areas.

My name is Meghan, and I am a social worker at the New England Center for OCD and Anxiety. I work with children, teenagers, and young adults who are looking for support with challenges related to OCD, anxiety, and related disorders.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults to resolve challenges related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationships, and school/work adjustment. I offer a collaborative, empathic environment and an integrated approach that combines aspects of cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, relational, and psychodynamic theories to help you and/or your child understand and change nonproductive thoughts and behaviors, expand emotional awareness, improve relationships, build self-confidence, and face the obstacles that are getting in the way of reaching life goals.

Major life transitions can leave you feeling unsure of who you are or how to move forward. Decisions that once seemed black or white can become muddled. Constantly being reminded of the past may make it seem impossible to navigate your present. It might be unclear if you're on the brink of real change or caught in the same old patterns. It's easy to feel lost and alone if you don't have anyone who can really understand and empathize with your situation.

Many people view therapy as a place to go to FEEL better. My first aim is to help you LIVE better–which will likely enable you to feel more fulfilled. Clients describe me as compassionate, caring, and challenging. My approach combines my knowledge of psychological theories and techniques with my energetic and interactive style. Working together, we will identify the ways in which your unproductive thought, emotional, and behavioral patterns prevent you from living a life consistent with your values and from achieving your goals.

How do we grow, heal, learn, and develop so as to manifest our authentic being; discern our deepest commitments; and lend our energy, talent, experience, and care to something beyond the self? What beliefs, assumptions, emotions, behaviors, and other experiences interfere with our intentions – and yet have important meanings in their own right? These questions guide my work with people addressing life transitions (across the lifespan); relationships (with self, other, world, and generative pursuits); love and loss (of people, places, assumptions, conceptions of self); and the potential for grace and growth in a process of grief.

I enjoy working with clients who are Black and Indigenous and/or part of the LGBTQIA2S+ communities, who adjusting to changes, college students, activists, artists and those who are looking to do the deep work of healing and integration. I have almost a decade of experience working with client concerns such as: depression, mood disorders, anxiety, couple and familial relationship issues, trauma, grief and loss, life changes and transitions, self-esteem, and personal growth, among others. My therapeutic style is rooted in connection my clients and I share. I am relational in nature, eclectic, strength-based and collaborative.

Welcome. I delight working alongside people of all ages individually, as a family, and with groups. At different life stages, we all navigate growth spurts such as starting school/college, jobs, relationships, moving into elderhood. Figuring ourselves out - our inner wishes, styles, patterns, relationships and how to enact them - often benefits from exploration, support and guidance. I bring experience in multicultural, multisystemic and multimodal problem-solving to these turning points that can include expressive, mindfulness, CBT, etc. I've particularly worked for years alongside children and the adults who care for them(c).

Dealing with depression, anxiety, or trauma can turn even small tasks into huge challenges. I understand the toll these issues can take on your life and relationships. My name is Kinsey Igo, and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker here to help you find a way back to hope and strength. You don't have to navigate these difficulties alone.

I provide consultation and psychotherapy with adults. My expertise includes helping individuals with anxiety and mood issues in response to life stress. I also work with parents to better support their children's positive growth. I integrate insight-oriented, systems, cultural and developmental approaches to meet individual needs.

In working together I will encourage you to find your own "clear voice" by connecting with your values, sorting out conflicts, and developing new skills. Most importantly, our work involves connecting to your own inner strength. My clients describe me as an astute listener who provides them with a warm and grounded place in which to expand understanding and to learn new and practical approaches. Therapeutic work we do together will often result in your improved ability to "unstick" stuck relationships, get unblocked and communicate more effectively, as well as making meaningful decisions that fit for you.

I aim to deeply and fundamentally understand the clients I work with, first and foremost. Although I identify as a OCD specialist, I acknowledge that every client is different and make no assumptions that an approach that benefited one person would necessarily benefit the next. My work is grounded in cognitive-behavioral theory and scientific evidence, and my approach is marked by flexibility, warmth, and connection.

I see therapy as a unique opportunity to try out new ways of relating: with more honesty, more curiosity, more courage. I work with adults, couples, adolescents, and families of all ages and configurations who are seeking greater joy, ease, and satisfaction in their lives and relationships. The search for a therapist may begin with a crisis or trauma, or might be a step in a more gradual process of self-searching and growth. Whatever brings you to this moment, you are likely hoping to feel different in some way than you do today.

Accepting new clients. People make the decision to engage in therapy for a multitude of reasons, all of which are valid. Some people may be ambivalent about making changes in their lives, while others might feel eager and ready to start the process. Regardless of where you find yourself on that continuum, I am here to support you. Although my background has mainly been focused around eating and body image, I see clients who are experiencing a variety of concerns: relationship issues, anxiety/depression, life transitions, unhappiness, etc.

I provide a safe, compassionate environment that is supportive and free from judgment. I empower the disenfranchised, marginalized, and silenced in having their voices and narratives heard. I am drawn towards understanding how our environment, family, culture, and life experiences have influenced how we relate to ourselves and others. I specialize in treating young adults, college students and older generational adults.

The premise of psychotherapy is that every crisis presents an opportunity for growth and change. Against this backdrop, psychotherapy is an adventure of insight unique for every person, whether the reason for seeking treatment is a current stressor or the wish to be free from longstanding dysfunctional patterns that interfere with fulfillment in the spheres of love, work and play.

If you feel burdened by sadness, anxiety, unsatisfying relationships or difficult life transitions, therapy can help you find more effective ways to cope and connect to others in a more meaningful way. I believe that therapy is a process in which we will work together to help you live a more fulfilling life. My approach involves helping you cultivate curiosity about yourself, to understand both the positive and painful experiences now and in your past, so that you can move toward your most authentic self. Ultimately, my wish is for you to feel more comfortable and at peace, and to live a life that feels meaningful to you.