Therapists in Lexington, MA
Patrice Birenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02421 (Online Only)
I have over 30 years experience working with a variety of issues including addiction, self esteem, relationship problems, anxiety, and depression. I work with adults and couples. I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and thus help people understand their families of origin and how their early experiences have contributed to who they are and perhaps hold them back from becoming who they would like to be. Therapy includes talking therapy, behavioral technique, cognitive behavioral therapy.
I have over 30 years experience working with a variety of issues including addiction, self esteem, relationship problems, anxiety, and depression. I work with adults and couples. I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and thus help people understand their families of origin and how their early experiences have contributed to who they are and perhaps hold them back from becoming who they would like to be. Therapy includes talking therapy, behavioral technique, cognitive behavioral therapy.
An ideal client for me would be a 40-year-old woman struggling with anxiety and self-esteem issues. This client would feel overwhelmed by life's demands and needs help navigating challenges. I would imagine they would want to feel more in control of their emotions, set boundaries, improve self-esteem, and have a better quality of life they want to achieve. The goal would be to manage stress, develop a strong sense of self-worth, and create balance and fulfillment in life.
An ideal client for me would be a 40-year-old woman struggling with anxiety and self-esteem issues. This client would feel overwhelmed by life's demands and needs help navigating challenges. I would imagine they would want to feel more in control of their emotions, set boundaries, improve self-esteem, and have a better quality of life they want to achieve. The goal would be to manage stress, develop a strong sense of self-worth, and create balance and fulfillment in life.
I enjoy working with high-functioning, insight-oriented adults, couples, and families from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. My ideal client is struggling with identity issues, low self-esteem, childhood trauma, anxiety/depression, etc. They need a place to process and explore their thoughts and feelings and learn new skills and tools to change their thinking and behavior. Their goals include figuring out the problem, why it is occurring, and how to fix and change it together. My ideal client is motivated, insightful, and expressive. They desire to be in therapy and do the work that therapy requires.
I enjoy working with high-functioning, insight-oriented adults, couples, and families from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. My ideal client is struggling with identity issues, low self-esteem, childhood trauma, anxiety/depression, etc. They need a place to process and explore their thoughts and feelings and learn new skills and tools to change their thinking and behavior. Their goals include figuring out the problem, why it is occurring, and how to fix and change it together. My ideal client is motivated, insightful, and expressive. They desire to be in therapy and do the work that therapy requires.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
Sarah Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02420 (Online Only)
You work hard to keep it all together on the outside, so people don't see that inside you often feel shaky and exhausted. It's true you've achieved a lot in your life, but that doesn't stop you from feeling you don't belong, aren't enough. It may feel like anxiety, co-dependency, and low self-esteem have been a part of your life for as long as you can remember. One thing is sure: you’re ready for relief. You’re ready to connect with a sense of ease and self-love so you can enjoy the success you've earned. You're ready to let your whole messy, complicated, beautiful self be known and loved in close, lasting relationships. I can help!
You work hard to keep it all together on the outside, so people don't see that inside you often feel shaky and exhausted. It's true you've achieved a lot in your life, but that doesn't stop you from feeling you don't belong, aren't enough. It may feel like anxiety, co-dependency, and low self-esteem have been a part of your life for as long as you can remember. One thing is sure: you’re ready for relief. You’re ready to connect with a sense of ease and self-love so you can enjoy the success you've earned. You're ready to let your whole messy, complicated, beautiful self be known and loved in close, lasting relationships. I can help!
I have successfully treated individuals with issues related to depression, anxiety, relationships, stress management, self esteem, coping skills, and more.
Do you have struggles in your relationships, symptoms of anxiety or depression, grief, emptiness, dissatisfaction, etc.? I believe that therapy can help develop skills of self reflection and awareness, emotional awareness, effective communication, and interpersonal connection — all of which will help alleviate your symptoms. My insight oriented, pragmatic approach to therapy is provided in an environment where you can expect the utmost care and respect from me.
I have successfully treated individuals with issues related to depression, anxiety, relationships, stress management, self esteem, coping skills, and more.
Do you have struggles in your relationships, symptoms of anxiety or depression, grief, emptiness, dissatisfaction, etc.? I believe that therapy can help develop skills of self reflection and awareness, emotional awareness, effective communication, and interpersonal connection — all of which will help alleviate your symptoms. My insight oriented, pragmatic approach to therapy is provided in an environment where you can expect the utmost care and respect from me.
Katherine Mitchell-Gregory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
My expertise in assessing and treating depression, anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem, combined with my experience in diverse settings—including healthcare, educational environments, and crisis intervention—enables me to offer tailored, effective support. Are you motivated to put in the effort required to achieve your goals and committed to making meaningful progress in your mental health and well-being? This proactive and engaged approach enhances the effectiveness of our work together and empowers you to take charge of your own story and create positive, lasting change in their lives.
My expertise in assessing and treating depression, anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem, combined with my experience in diverse settings—including healthcare, educational environments, and crisis intervention—enables me to offer tailored, effective support. Are you motivated to put in the effort required to achieve your goals and committed to making meaningful progress in your mental health and well-being? This proactive and engaged approach enhances the effectiveness of our work together and empowers you to take charge of your own story and create positive, lasting change in their lives.
Do you want to go beyond the limits of conventional psychotherapy to heal the deepest roots of your emotional struggles? I'd love to help. In my practice, I bring together somatic (body -centered), trauma and energy based therapies in a unique model that creates more effective healing than talk therapy alone. This integrative approach helps you uncover & release the deep unconscious lifelong "Bodymind Patterns" that live in the psyche AND body & can perpetuate unhappiness and keep you stuck or returning over & over to the same struggles, anxiety, shame, depression, unfulfilling relationships, low self esteem disconnection and pain.
Do you want to go beyond the limits of conventional psychotherapy to heal the deepest roots of your emotional struggles? I'd love to help. In my practice, I bring together somatic (body -centered), trauma and energy based therapies in a unique model that creates more effective healing than talk therapy alone. This integrative approach helps you uncover & release the deep unconscious lifelong "Bodymind Patterns" that live in the psyche AND body & can perpetuate unhappiness and keep you stuck or returning over & over to the same struggles, anxiety, shame, depression, unfulfilling relationships, low self esteem disconnection and pain.
Currently accepting new clients. For over 26 years, I have had the pleasure of helping clients achieve their wellness goals, and I welcome the opportunity to work with you. I am compassionate, easy to talk with, and strive to provide a safe space for clients to explore what is inhibiting them from feeling their best. I value building a strong therapeutic relationship and work to tailor sessions to meet each client’s unique needs. My years of experience and training foster my ability to help clients develop healthier habits, routines, and skills to manage life’s challenges.
Currently accepting new clients. For over 26 years, I have had the pleasure of helping clients achieve their wellness goals, and I welcome the opportunity to work with you. I am compassionate, easy to talk with, and strive to provide a safe space for clients to explore what is inhibiting them from feeling their best. I value building a strong therapeutic relationship and work to tailor sessions to meet each client’s unique needs. My years of experience and training foster my ability to help clients develop healthier habits, routines, and skills to manage life’s challenges.
Michelle Morawiak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
My ideal patient is someone who engages fully with me during our entire 60-minute session. They are open to suggestions and eager to try new approaches to their treatment. This patient understands that therapy is about progress, not perfection, and recognizes that sometimes the process may unfold more slowly than anticipated. I hope for a patient who maintains open communication with me, feels comfortable sharing anything that troubles them, and knows they will never be judged.
My ideal patient is someone who engages fully with me during our entire 60-minute session. They are open to suggestions and eager to try new approaches to their treatment. This patient understands that therapy is about progress, not perfection, and recognizes that sometimes the process may unfold more slowly than anticipated. I hope for a patient who maintains open communication with me, feels comfortable sharing anything that troubles them, and knows they will never be judged.
Are you looking for an open-minded, dynamic clinician to help you better understand who you are and who you want to be? I infuse my approach with creativity and humor, along with practical solutions and concrete goals and I’m genuinely passionate about helping others as they navigate the complexities of life. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to support their efforts in managing difficult situations. I’m comfortable with a wide variety of therapeutic interventions and specialize in relational work, adapting my approach to best meet my client's needs.
Are you looking for an open-minded, dynamic clinician to help you better understand who you are and who you want to be? I infuse my approach with creativity and humor, along with practical solutions and concrete goals and I’m genuinely passionate about helping others as they navigate the complexities of life. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to support their efforts in managing difficult situations. I’m comfortable with a wide variety of therapeutic interventions and specialize in relational work, adapting my approach to best meet my client's needs.
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Your life is a constant juggle, a never-ending to-do list. College, work, family, & unexpected life shifts—your plate is full to the brim. Sometimes, it feels like you're drowning in responsibilities. The weight of it all can be suffocating, leaving you utterly exhausted. You've become a master at putting others' needs first, but who's taking care of you? You keep telling yourself, "It'll be okay," while pushing down the mounting pressure, but deep inside, you're struggling. You wear a brave face but you long for a moment to pause, to be heard, to acknowledge that it's okay to not be okay.
Your life is a constant juggle, a never-ending to-do list. College, work, family, & unexpected life shifts—your plate is full to the brim. Sometimes, it feels like you're drowning in responsibilities. The weight of it all can be suffocating, leaving you utterly exhausted. You've become a master at putting others' needs first, but who's taking care of you? You keep telling yourself, "It'll be okay," while pushing down the mounting pressure, but deep inside, you're struggling. You wear a brave face but you long for a moment to pause, to be heard, to acknowledge that it's okay to not be okay.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
Carolyn Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02420 (Online Only)
Time and time again, people share that they struggle for years believing that in some way, deep down, they are "broken." It comes up when they try to set goals and fail a few weeks in. It comes up in relationships where they experience more loneliness than connection. And worst of all, it happens when they judge themselves for not being able to shake their depression and anxiety. In both sides of my work, as a psychotherapist and as a coach, I ask people how it would change their perceptions of themselves they started with their goodness, their self-efficacy and their right to be empowered and happy?
Time and time again, people share that they struggle for years believing that in some way, deep down, they are "broken." It comes up when they try to set goals and fail a few weeks in. It comes up in relationships where they experience more loneliness than connection. And worst of all, it happens when they judge themselves for not being able to shake their depression and anxiety. In both sides of my work, as a psychotherapist and as a coach, I ask people how it would change their perceptions of themselves they started with their goodness, their self-efficacy and their right to be empowered and happy?
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Stressed out? Unhappy and not living the life you want to be living? As a compassionate, spiritually-oriented therapist/coach/energy healer with over 30 years of experience, my heartfelt intention is to work with you to change this, so you may experience greater happiness, freedom and peace. I use powerful techniques, including SRT (Spiritual Response Technique), EFT or Tapping, TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), The Emotion Code, ZPoint and Gentle Reprocessing for healing and transformation. I also teach Heart Rhythm Meditation.
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Stressed out? Unhappy and not living the life you want to be living? As a compassionate, spiritually-oriented therapist/coach/energy healer with over 30 years of experience, my heartfelt intention is to work with you to change this, so you may experience greater happiness, freedom and peace. I use powerful techniques, including SRT (Spiritual Response Technique), EFT or Tapping, TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), The Emotion Code, ZPoint and Gentle Reprocessing for healing and transformation. I also teach Heart Rhythm Meditation.
Jennifer N Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
Waitlist for new clients
I think it is extremely courageous to admit we need help. I believe one of the most important criteria for successful treatment is to have a trusting, open, "therapeutic rapport" with a client. Without trust and a good connection, the therapeutic process cannot begin. With that in mind, I believe the first step is creating an environment safe from judgement and rich in support. My focus is to enable clients to acquire insight, skills, and motivation for emotional, cognitive, and behavioral transitions.I specialize in older adolescent and adult individual therapy as well as family and couples counseling.
I think it is extremely courageous to admit we need help. I believe one of the most important criteria for successful treatment is to have a trusting, open, "therapeutic rapport" with a client. Without trust and a good connection, the therapeutic process cannot begin. With that in mind, I believe the first step is creating an environment safe from judgement and rich in support. My focus is to enable clients to acquire insight, skills, and motivation for emotional, cognitive, and behavioral transitions.I specialize in older adolescent and adult individual therapy as well as family and couples counseling.
Verge currently has immediate day time availability for adults (both in person and/or telehealth). Our team is a group practice with 40+ clinicians spanning four locations: Milton, Braintree, Foxboro, & Lexington. Some highlighted specialties of our clinicians include Bi-Lingual sessions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), & Play/Expressive Therapy. We offer: Individual Therapy, Couples/Family Therapy, Parent Coaching, Emerging Adult Transition Support, and Neuropsychological Testing.
Verge currently has immediate day time availability for adults (both in person and/or telehealth). Our team is a group practice with 40+ clinicians spanning four locations: Milton, Braintree, Foxboro, & Lexington. Some highlighted specialties of our clinicians include Bi-Lingual sessions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), & Play/Expressive Therapy. We offer: Individual Therapy, Couples/Family Therapy, Parent Coaching, Emerging Adult Transition Support, and Neuropsychological Testing.
Mary Jo Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420 (Online Only)
The last fight you had with your partner was very different. Things took an ugly turn, and you said things you never expected to say to each other. Now you’re not sure how to recover. It feels like you’ve hit a fork in the road. It wasn’t always like this. You remember talking long into the night, sharing your vulnerabilities. Only now, you have them thrown back in your face when the arguing starts. The little digs and insults have created a chasm of hurt between you that feels uncrossable. Last night’s fight was awful, and you never want to go there again. There’s still love between you, but you need help.
The last fight you had with your partner was very different. Things took an ugly turn, and you said things you never expected to say to each other. Now you’re not sure how to recover. It feels like you’ve hit a fork in the road. It wasn’t always like this. You remember talking long into the night, sharing your vulnerabilities. Only now, you have them thrown back in your face when the arguing starts. The little digs and insults have created a chasm of hurt between you that feels uncrossable. Last night’s fight was awful, and you never want to go there again. There’s still love between you, but you need help.
Most people who seek therapy do so because they are in some form of pain. The process of therapy itself can be difficult and uncomfortable, but the rewards outweigh the risks. I enjoy engaging with adult patients who want help and are willing to do the work it entails to feel better.
Most people who seek therapy do so because they are in some form of pain. The process of therapy itself can be difficult and uncomfortable, but the rewards outweigh the risks. I enjoy engaging with adult patients who want help and are willing to do the work it entails to feel better.
Joe DeAngelis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02420
Are you as happy as you'd like to be? I can help you understand and address the root causes of what's blocking you from accomplishing what you want in life. Whether it's help with a recent 'life transition' situation, or dealing with longer-standing issues of depression, anxiety or difficulties in relationships, I'm confident I can help.
Are you as happy as you'd like to be? I can help you understand and address the root causes of what's blocking you from accomplishing what you want in life. Whether it's help with a recent 'life transition' situation, or dealing with longer-standing issues of depression, anxiety or difficulties in relationships, I'm confident I can help.
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Self Esteem Therapists
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.