Self Esteem Therapists in Chestnut Hill, MA

If you have difficulty with professional or academic advancement, establishing or sustaining intimate relationships-if habitual behavioral patterns (i.e. inhibitions, anxiety, impulsiveness, lack of assertion or self-esteem) are interfering with achieving your goals, speaking with a therapist can help you discover why. I am an experienced clinician with extensive training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I see adults in weekly psychotherapy and multiple sessions per week are available to individuals interested in engaging in a deeper therapeutic dialogue.

Are you a high achiever but under value yourself? Work hard and have objective success but feel something is missing, or that it's still not enough? Do you feel aspects of your life need improvement, direction, guidance, change, or growth? Is the old tried and true approach you take, not working anymore?  Come improve your mood, reduce anxiety, strengthen self-esteem, manage stress, work through academic/social/professional challenges, process grief, improve relationships and communication, strengthen parenting techniques, and have smoother life transitions. Therapy's success is equal to the work you put into it, come do the work!

People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Whether you are looking to bolster your self-esteem, manage your depression, process trauma, or you are just seeking a space for support, I view our treatment as a vehicle to support you in better understanding yourself. Whatever may bring you into my office, together we will determine the best path forward to achieve your goals.

The majority of my clients seek balance, clarity, and self-care and are facing normative life transitions or unexpected challenges across the lifespan. Typical challenges include stress, friendships, family relationships, body image and self-esteem, anxiety/depression, as well as transitions across college/grad school in young adulthood; career goals; and milestones such as marriage, divorce, pregnancy, parenting; or other health challenges that may require counseling or coaching, mind-body strategies and goal-directed wellness plans. The purpose is to build your confidence, compassion, and resiliency skills to flourish at any age.

My true expertise is relationships. Relationships are sacred, require care, and at times need revitalization. Some relationships can be unhealthy with toxic patterns. I specialize with individuals who are struggling in relationships with friends, family, career, or loved ones; with couples and families who want healthier connections. Together in a safe relaxed atmosphere, you can explore your deepest thoughts, hopes and life-challenges. In a spirit of trust and honesty, we will laugh, we will cry, and we will problem solve together. With new insight, awareness and skills, you will move forward to a healthier and happier life.

I see therapy as a collaborative journey towards helping you achieve the well-being that you seek. In treatment, my aim is to help you discover your true self, build coping skills, and successfully navigate life stressors. I create a safe and supportive environment for our work together, and I work with you to form a personalized plan based on your learning style and personality. My approach draws from different theoretical orientations including cognitive-behavioral, insight-driven, positive psychology, solution focused, and motivational interviewing.

(Yes, I currently have availability, in the evening.) My specialty lies at the intersection of personality, relationship problems, and PTSD/trauma/life stress. Many people seek therapy because they feel stuck in the same relationship patterns, or find their relationships unsatisfying, empty, or chaotic. Some seek help with low self-esteem/confidence; with difficulty bouncing back from stress or trauma; or with feelings of emptiness or hopelessness. And some seek therapy with a primary goal of understanding themselves more deeply. Therapy can help with all of these. If these reasons sound like yours, I may be able to help.

As a mental health counselor I am here to support you, be sympathetic and non-judgmental through your journey. Life can be challenging and at times all we need is compassion and a safe place to express ourselves. I work with my patients and meet them where they are and help them focus on the areas that they identify that needs change or maintenance.

You feel anxious and it’s hard to shut your brain off. People tell you to relax, but it’s not that easy. Your life is going well, but there’s always a new worry on the horizon. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but it’s hard to sit back and enjoy it. Your standards for yourself feel too high. You tend to doubt yourself and your abilities and look to other people to reassure you. You invest a lot of time and energy into how other people feel, but end up in one-sided relationships. It’s hard to take up space, feel confident, and speak your truth. I can help anxious overachievers rest, relax, and find balance in their lives.

Now accepting new clients in Florida and Massachusetts! Megan prioritizes helping clients feel comfortable, safe, and at ease during sessions. Each session is a collaborative process: the client is the expert in their life, and Megan will tailor her approach to suit their boundaries, comfort level, goals, and needs every time they meet. She specializes in anxiety, attachment, trauma but provides support for a wide range of concerns. Many of her clients are new to therapy, and Megan takes pride in destigmatizing therapy- her sessions feel casual, easy, and safe. Therapy doesn't need to feel like a big deal for big changes to occur.

I consider it a great privilege to hear people’s stories and struggles. With my outside perspective and training, we can create a therapy that will shed light on patterns in your life that you would like to change, help make sense of how they came to be, and create a plan to address them head on. I take an active role in therapy by asking thought provoking questions and offering my observations and feedback, which promotes movement towards lasting change.

I have over 25 years of experience in providing evidence-based treatment for adults and teens who have conditions including anxiety disorders (panic disorder, OCD, generalized anxiety), depression, and chronic pain. I completed my graduate training at the University of Florida in 2000 and I have been practicing in Boston since 2002. I am a Research Associate Professor at Boston University in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences where I teach graduate courses in psychology.

I received my Masters in Social Work from Boston College in 1995. I specialize in helping clients who present with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and environmental stressors. I work with clients who are LGBTQ+, straight, or cisgender. I strive to provide a safe environment in which clients can explore problematic areas which inhibit personal growth, work toward creating either change or acceptance regarding feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, and to identify patterns that are no longer useful. I derive deep fulfillment as a therapist, and consider it a privilege to be a trusted participant on one's journey.

Welcome! I am Elizabeth Conward, I am a licensed clinical social worker in both the states of Massachusetts and Florida. Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and at times unbearable. The great news is that if you are seeking relief from your day-to-day challenges, open to learning new coping mechanisms and open to change, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. My approach is to offer personalized, compassionate, and nonjudgmental support. I believe in empowering my patients and equipping them with the proper tools to appropriately deal with life events, reduce stress, and experience personal growth.

Is your child struggling, anxious, or depressed? Are you unhappy in your life, in your relationships, or in your work? Are you held back by sadness, anxiety, or lack of fulfillment? Are you unable to take action? I am experienced in working with people to overcome these problems in their or their children's lives. People who work with me greatly appreciate the improvement in their lives and the understanding they gain about their difficulties.

Girls of all ages and stages of life seek guidance, empowerment, resilience, and self-assurance on life's journey and yearn for strategies to do so. Pam Willsey, a licensed therapist and ICF-certified life coach, understands these unique challenges. Her tailored approach, shaped by clinical experience and parental wisdom, has helped girls the world over through life’s challenges for over 25 years. Pam is also the author of "Packing For Success, A Thrival Guide For Young Women Navigating Life’s Transitions," a valuable guide to empowering girls and young women with strategies for self-confidence, personal growth, and resilience.

I have 20 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I provide therapy to identify solutions to change and challenges you are experiencing. In addition, I offer consultation to students and young adults managing anxiety, depression, academic pressure, and interpersonal conflict. In a collaborative and integrative approach, I employ a variety of therapy modalities, including Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based practice (MBCT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

Many of us weren't handed a complete toolbox for navigating life's challenges or didn't have models for maintaining satisfying relationships. When it comes to emotional disorders and relational issues people often delay getting the help they deserve. This can perpetuate or prolong painful experiences such as depression, anxiety, and loneliness and relationships can become gridlocked with perpetual issues. Therapy can help us develop the skills to live an anti-depressant life, cope with (even reduce) anxiety, process regrettable events, cultivate meaningful relationships, resolve triggers that impede our goals, and much more.

As a Clinician with over two decades of experience working in Psychiatry at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, I have also been in Private Practice as a Therapist specializing in the assessment and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Depression and Stress/Loss of Chronic Illness. Because I found there were few if any professionally led groups for OCD Sufferers, I developed an active Group Program for Adults with OCD. My style is warm and direct with a desire to work together to build on your strengths using Cognitive Behavioral Treatment/Exposure & Response Prevention and Psychotherapy. OCD Family Guidance also.