Parenting Therapists in Cambridge, MA
Maya Massing-Schaffer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
I am also trained in SPACE (Supporting Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).
I am currently accepting new clients. I provide individual therapy to children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and related symptoms. I also offer family therapy and parent coaching.
I am also trained in SPACE (Supporting Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).
I am currently accepting new clients. I provide individual therapy to children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and related symptoms. I also offer family therapy and parent coaching.
Noelle Crowell- Young Adults. Parenting. Adults
Counselor, MS, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) therapist specializing in trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, parenting, and perinatal mental health, I combine holistic psychotherapy with practical, trauma-informed, and research-based techniques.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by parenting, struggling to manage anxiety or depression, or healing from past trauma? Life can be exhausting when you’re trying to do it all, especially while coping with emotional challenges or old wounds. Whether you're navigating the ups and downs of parenting, feeling stuck in your healing journey, struggling with relationships, or battling stress, overwhelm, depression, or anxiety, you don’t have to do it alone.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) therapist specializing in trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, parenting, and perinatal mental health, I combine holistic psychotherapy with practical, trauma-informed, and research-based techniques.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by parenting, struggling to manage anxiety or depression, or healing from past trauma? Life can be exhausting when you’re trying to do it all, especially while coping with emotional challenges or old wounds. Whether you're navigating the ups and downs of parenting, feeling stuck in your healing journey, struggling with relationships, or battling stress, overwhelm, depression, or anxiety, you don’t have to do it alone.
I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, OCD, mood, life transitions, parenting young children, and self-worth. I draw on CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), ERP (exposure and response prevention), mindfulness, self-compassion, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor therapy to the values, goals, and preferences of my clients.
I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, OCD, mood, life transitions, parenting young children, and self-worth. I draw on CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), ERP (exposure and response prevention), mindfulness, self-compassion, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor therapy to the values, goals, and preferences of my clients.
Amy Lowright
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an integrative, trauma-focused, queer therapist dedicated to helping people understand themselves better. I particularly enjoy working with clients who want to be in more authentic, connected relationships with partners and family members, want to better understand how trauma has impacted their life and shed patterns that are no longer useful, or want to parent differently than they were parented. My areas of specialized training include interpersonal trauma and PTSD (sexual assault, childhood abuse, domestic violence), attachment and relationships, perinatal mental health, and infant/early childhood mental health.
I am an integrative, trauma-focused, queer therapist dedicated to helping people understand themselves better. I particularly enjoy working with clients who want to be in more authentic, connected relationships with partners and family members, want to better understand how trauma has impacted their life and shed patterns that are no longer useful, or want to parent differently than they were parented. My areas of specialized training include interpersonal trauma and PTSD (sexual assault, childhood abuse, domestic violence), attachment and relationships, perinatal mental health, and infant/early childhood mental health.
Sarahbean Falo
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When you work with me, you can tap into your strengths and inner wisdom and apply them to your parenting and relationships in a way that is meaningful and sustainable for YOU.
Are you feeling challenged, stressed and overwhelmed in your role as a parent or caregiver? Is your child having big feelings and you’re not sure how to respond? Are you exhausted every night of the week, wishing you didn't yell, wishing you could find ease with your little? Hello! I am Sarahbean Falo. I specialize in working with parents with young children, who are navigating the multidimensional challenges of caregiving and being in relationship with your child. I have been working with children and families for 18 years. Mamas, parents, primary caregivers: All genders, colors, shapes and sizes welcome. (insert rainbow here)
When you work with me, you can tap into your strengths and inner wisdom and apply them to your parenting and relationships in a way that is meaningful and sustainable for YOU.
Are you feeling challenged, stressed and overwhelmed in your role as a parent or caregiver? Is your child having big feelings and you’re not sure how to respond? Are you exhausted every night of the week, wishing you didn't yell, wishing you could find ease with your little? Hello! I am Sarahbean Falo. I specialize in working with parents with young children, who are navigating the multidimensional challenges of caregiving and being in relationship with your child. I have been working with children and families for 18 years. Mamas, parents, primary caregivers: All genders, colors, shapes and sizes welcome. (insert rainbow here)
Things I do most often: diagnostic evaluation; functional behavioral assessment; family therapy; individual therapy; couples therapy; consultation; behavior support plan development; social skills training; parent training; collaboration with Psychiatrists/allied professionals; outreach.
Active in approach, trans parent in nature and collaborative in style, my practice will validate all it has taken for you to arrive at my door. Then begins the process of crafting a clear pathway towards a different experience of self. Supporting individuals and families in acquiring and sustaining the real skills necessary for positive behavioral change is what I do best, be it in my Cambridge office or in the front room of your home.
Things I do most often: diagnostic evaluation; functional behavioral assessment; family therapy; individual therapy; couples therapy; consultation; behavior support plan development; social skills training; parent training; collaboration with Psychiatrists/allied professionals; outreach.
Active in approach, trans parent in nature and collaborative in style, my practice will validate all it has taken for you to arrive at my door. Then begins the process of crafting a clear pathway towards a different experience of self. Supporting individuals and families in acquiring and sustaining the real skills necessary for positive behavioral change is what I do best, be it in my Cambridge office or in the front room of your home.
In times of crisis, parenting can be especially challenging. My goal is two-fold: 1. to provide an expertly-attended, fully-optimized play and talk therapy space for children to work through and gain mastery over challenges, and 2. to help caregivers gain skills and confidence in their ability to support their children's resilience.
In times of crisis, parenting can be especially challenging. My goal is two-fold: 1. to provide an expertly-attended, fully-optimized play and talk therapy space for children to work through and gain mastery over challenges, and 2. to help caregivers gain skills and confidence in their ability to support their children's resilience.
Rona Sandberg Trauma And Grief Therapy Parenting And Adoption
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140
Welcome! With over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages as a trauma and grief therapist, I have helped individuals and families learn to cope with a wide range of issues including partner loss, anxiety, depression, family conflict, complex trauma and sexual assault. I provide parent guidance and coaching for caregivers who have children with challenging behaviors and special needs. I have expertise with foster, kinship and adoptive families. I offer therapy to tweens, teens and young adults who may need support with life transitions and relationships. My work with clients is always collaborative and strength-based.
Welcome! With over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages as a trauma and grief therapist, I have helped individuals and families learn to cope with a wide range of issues including partner loss, anxiety, depression, family conflict, complex trauma and sexual assault. I provide parent guidance and coaching for caregivers who have children with challenging behaviors and special needs. I have expertise with foster, kinship and adoptive families. I offer therapy to tweens, teens and young adults who may need support with life transitions and relationships. My work with clients is always collaborative and strength-based.
Current Telehealth Openings! I am a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people manage anxiety, depression, stress, parenting roles and challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment using evidence-based therapies where you can thrive. We work together to respond to life's stressors in ways that utilize your strengths and problem solving skills. I help support self-awareness and insight with a focus on responding to thoughts and emotions in ways that lead to more fulfillment in your life.
Current Telehealth Openings! I am a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people manage anxiety, depression, stress, parenting roles and challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a supportive and compassionate environment using evidence-based therapies where you can thrive. We work together to respond to life's stressors in ways that utilize your strengths and problem solving skills. I help support self-awareness and insight with a focus on responding to thoughts and emotions in ways that lead to more fulfillment in your life.
Hi and welcome. I am Lynette and I am licensed in the State of Massachusetts with over 38 years of professional work experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have worked with people with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management issues, OCD, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma and/or emotional and sexual abuse. I have experience in helping people with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues as well as depression and PTSD.
Hi and welcome. I am Lynette and I am licensed in the State of Massachusetts with over 38 years of professional work experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have worked with people with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, anger management issues, OCD, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma and/or emotional and sexual abuse. I have experience in helping people with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues as well as depression and PTSD.
I am currently seeing people in my office and virtually over zoom. I specialize in parenting issues, anger management and spiritual issues. I provide support to men and fathers as they strive to become the best version of themselves. I tend to work with a lot of men who are former athletes. My background as a former high school and college athlete seems to serve our connection. The men who come see me want help in figuring out ways to channel their aggression in a healthier way and tend to be self reliant and often have a hard time asking for help.
I am currently seeing people in my office and virtually over zoom. I specialize in parenting issues, anger management and spiritual issues. I provide support to men and fathers as they strive to become the best version of themselves. I tend to work with a lot of men who are former athletes. My background as a former high school and college athlete seems to serve our connection. The men who come see me want help in figuring out ways to channel their aggression in a healthier way and tend to be self reliant and often have a hard time asking for help.
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I have done parenting work teaching effective parenting skills, boundaries and addressing parent-child conflict for 10 years.
My clients struggle with feeling stuck, hopeless and exhausted, both as individuals, life partners or parents, lacking peace in their life and relationships due to unresolved trauma. Trauma is often the root cause of chronic mental and physical health issues, the inability to maintain healthy relationships, and low self worth. Trauma can seep into every aspect of your life. I specialize in clients with trauma and complex trauma. I facilitate an environment for clients to identify unresolved trauma and how it has impacted their lives in past and present relationship cycles.
I have done parenting work teaching effective parenting skills, boundaries and addressing parent-child conflict for 10 years.
My clients struggle with feeling stuck, hopeless and exhausted, both as individuals, life partners or parents, lacking peace in their life and relationships due to unresolved trauma. Trauma is often the root cause of chronic mental and physical health issues, the inability to maintain healthy relationships, and low self worth. Trauma can seep into every aspect of your life. I specialize in clients with trauma and complex trauma. I facilitate an environment for clients to identify unresolved trauma and how it has impacted their lives in past and present relationship cycles.
You Have A Village
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, MPH, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140
You Have A Village is an online, virtual support community created to connect parents with professional resources for today’s parenting challenges. As a member of the Village, parents have access to unlimited peer-support groups held virtually and a real time group chat, each of which are monitored by a parent-coaching professional for only $40/month. At You Have A Village we are striving to create a collaborative and supportive virtual community where parents can connect and learn from one another to make the challenges of parenting and life a bit easier.
You Have A Village is an online, virtual support community created to connect parents with professional resources for today’s parenting challenges. As a member of the Village, parents have access to unlimited peer-support groups held virtually and a real time group chat, each of which are monitored by a parent-coaching professional for only $40/month. At You Have A Village we are striving to create a collaborative and supportive virtual community where parents can connect and learn from one another to make the challenges of parenting and life a bit easier.
Melissa Spilman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I provide therapy for couples and adult individuals. I specialize in relationship, attachment and parenting issues and perinatal mental health. My clients are curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in their life and relationships. Many times they are putting others before themselves, have trouble trusting, feel guilty about setting boundaries or have trouble communicating their needs AND getting them met. Together, we work to understand the “why’s” and then we continue our work to implement new skills and strategies to either break out of those cycles or find ways to work them in your favor.
Hi there! I provide therapy for couples and adult individuals. I specialize in relationship, attachment and parenting issues and perinatal mental health. My clients are curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in their life and relationships. Many times they are putting others before themselves, have trouble trusting, feel guilty about setting boundaries or have trouble communicating their needs AND getting them met. Together, we work to understand the “why’s” and then we continue our work to implement new skills and strategies to either break out of those cycles or find ways to work them in your favor.
Have you experienced the death of your baby or child? Are you experiencing a pregnancy related loss of miscarriage, TFMR, or stillbirth? Do you have living children and don't know how to talk with them about death? Have your children experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or loved one? Are you parenting a child with a medically complex or life limiting condition? If so, you have come to the right place.
Have you experienced the death of your baby or child? Are you experiencing a pregnancy related loss of miscarriage, TFMR, or stillbirth? Do you have living children and don't know how to talk with them about death? Have your children experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or loved one? Are you parenting a child with a medically complex or life limiting condition? If so, you have come to the right place.
I understand that navigating the challenges of parenting can be overwhelming at times.
My primary goal is to provide assistance and guidance to parents facing any concerns or conflicts related to parenting, with a strong emphasis on promoting the mental well-being of both the child and the entire family. I specialize in offering prenatal and newborn consultations, aiming to establish and nurture caregiver-child relationships from the very beginning, with a focus on prevention. I have extensive experience working with families who have encountered postpartum depression, anxiety, and premature birth, as well as children who face regulation challenges during early childhood and beyond.
I understand that navigating the challenges of parenting can be overwhelming at times.
My primary goal is to provide assistance and guidance to parents facing any concerns or conflicts related to parenting, with a strong emphasis on promoting the mental well-being of both the child and the entire family. I specialize in offering prenatal and newborn consultations, aiming to establish and nurture caregiver-child relationships from the very beginning, with a focus on prevention. I have extensive experience working with families who have encountered postpartum depression, anxiety, and premature birth, as well as children who face regulation challenges during early childhood and beyond.
Rebecca Minor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
We offer virtual individual therapy (MA, NH, VT), teen group therapy (MA), and parent coaching (internationally)! Our therapists respect your personal story and adjust our methods to fit your unique life and culture.
Are you up at 2am worried about your child's future? Finding a therapist who gets you and what you are going through can be tough. Whether you or your teen are navigating LGBTQ+ identity, recovering from trauma, or managing anxiety or mood swings, you'll find our support grounded in empathy and understanding. I offer parent coaching for caregivers striving to support their child post-coming out, a journey that can feel overwhelming without the right tools. With a wealth of experience in assisting queer and trans youth and their families, I'm committed to guiding you. Let me support you so you don't have to worry or wonder alone.
We offer virtual individual therapy (MA, NH, VT), teen group therapy (MA), and parent coaching (internationally)! Our therapists respect your personal story and adjust our methods to fit your unique life and culture.
Are you up at 2am worried about your child's future? Finding a therapist who gets you and what you are going through can be tough. Whether you or your teen are navigating LGBTQ+ identity, recovering from trauma, or managing anxiety or mood swings, you'll find our support grounded in empathy and understanding. I offer parent coaching for caregivers striving to support their child post-coming out, a journey that can feel overwhelming without the right tools. With a wealth of experience in assisting queer and trans youth and their families, I'm committed to guiding you. Let me support you so you don't have to worry or wonder alone.
Rising Lotus Therapy and Consulting LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
I specialize in women’s health (pregnancy, parenting, menopause etc.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated with the demands of your life and wondering if happiness is possible ? How do you bloom when you feel stuck in the mud? I believe the following gives a path forward: “Just like the lotus, we too have the ability to rise from the mud, bloom out of the darkness and radiate into the world" - Unknown. Taking the step to reach out is hard, and working together, we can create a space where you can feel empowered to move forward. With humor, warmth, and cultural sensitivity, I strive to create a space where you feel seen and heard as we cultivate a journey that is unique to your needs.
I specialize in women’s health (pregnancy, parenting, menopause etc.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and frustrated with the demands of your life and wondering if happiness is possible ? How do you bloom when you feel stuck in the mud? I believe the following gives a path forward: “Just like the lotus, we too have the ability to rise from the mud, bloom out of the darkness and radiate into the world" - Unknown. Taking the step to reach out is hard, and working together, we can create a space where you can feel empowered to move forward. With humor, warmth, and cultural sensitivity, I strive to create a space where you feel seen and heard as we cultivate a journey that is unique to your needs.
I have written several books in psychology and religion and have written two weekly blogs for Psychology Today on parenting and spirituality.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients to take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
I have written several books in psychology and religion and have written two weekly blogs for Psychology Today on parenting and spirituality.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients to take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.