Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Lynnfield, MA
We are a group of warm and talented clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We use evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to relieve suffering and enable our patients to meet their goals. We work well with both children and adults, treating anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, including ARFID, as well as obesity and health related issues.
We are a group of warm and talented clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We use evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to relieve suffering and enable our patients to meet their goals. We work well with both children and adults, treating anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, including ARFID, as well as obesity and health related issues.
My specialty is working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with OCD and anxiety. I previously worked at McLean’s residential OCD facility and Rogers' anxiety/OCD residential, partial and intensive programs. For anxiety and OCD, the gold-standard therapy is a powerful approach called exposure therapy (ERP). Through this systematic process people learn how to face their fears and no longer be controlled by them, which provides a liberating and confidence building experience. I also use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and compassion-focused therapy (CFT).
My specialty is working with children, adolescents and adults struggling with OCD and anxiety. I previously worked at McLean’s residential OCD facility and Rogers' anxiety/OCD residential, partial and intensive programs. For anxiety and OCD, the gold-standard therapy is a powerful approach called exposure therapy (ERP). Through this systematic process people learn how to face their fears and no longer be controlled by them, which provides a liberating and confidence building experience. I also use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and compassion-focused therapy (CFT).
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page! If you are here, you are taking the first step in your journey of acceptance, self-love, and learning strategies to cope with any uncomfortable emotions or life difficulties. You are strong and capable, but you are struggling right now to recognize all your many strengths and abilities. We will work together to heal and find tools that will help you cope in the present moment and prepare you for the future. I have experience working with a variety of individuals with a wide range of mental health struggles, or individuals simply needing a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page! If you are here, you are taking the first step in your journey of acceptance, self-love, and learning strategies to cope with any uncomfortable emotions or life difficulties. You are strong and capable, but you are struggling right now to recognize all your many strengths and abilities. We will work together to heal and find tools that will help you cope in the present moment and prepare you for the future. I have experience working with a variety of individuals with a wide range of mental health struggles, or individuals simply needing a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings.
Melissa Rodrigues
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnfield, MA 01940 (Online Only)
I am a Portuguese speaking therapist that empowers individuals to achieve their life goals. My passion to empower individuals has been the driving force behind my practice with a focus on working with persons across the lifespan who struggle with mood and substance abuse disorders, grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I work with clients to manage their mental health symptoms rather than be defined by them so that they may achieve balance. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, EMDR & EFT Therapist, and Reiki Practitioner I use a trauma-informed, somatic approach to therapy.
I am a Portuguese speaking therapist that empowers individuals to achieve their life goals. My passion to empower individuals has been the driving force behind my practice with a focus on working with persons across the lifespan who struggle with mood and substance abuse disorders, grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I work with clients to manage their mental health symptoms rather than be defined by them so that they may achieve balance. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, EMDR & EFT Therapist, and Reiki Practitioner I use a trauma-informed, somatic approach to therapy.
With over 15 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health, Substance Use, and Trauma, I value the uniqueness of each individual and seek to explore what would work best for the client to achieve the change and understanding they are pursuing. I work from an empathetic and non-judgmental mind-set and offer a holistic, person-centered approach to help clients identify limiting beliefs and work to achieve lasting change.
With over 15 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health, Substance Use, and Trauma, I value the uniqueness of each individual and seek to explore what would work best for the client to achieve the change and understanding they are pursuing. I work from an empathetic and non-judgmental mind-set and offer a holistic, person-centered approach to help clients identify limiting beliefs and work to achieve lasting change.
Lina Abdalla
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnfield, MA 01940 (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with empathy and understanding. My passion for mental health stems from my natural ability to listen and connect deeply with others. Witnessing the transformation in my clients' lives fuels my commitment to this work.
As a licensed therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with empathy and understanding. My passion for mental health stems from my natural ability to listen and connect deeply with others. Witnessing the transformation in my clients' lives fuels my commitment to this work.
My ideal client is seeking deeper personal growth and fulfillment, struggling with stress, anxiety, or physical ailments linked to emotional issues. Support in reshaping behaviors, managing stress, and discovering their authentic self would be helpful to them. Their goals include achieving joy, aligning with their true passions, and cultivating meaningful habits. They want to live a more authentic, joyful life and see meaningful behavior change as the key to this transformation. They are ready to embrace practices like mindfulness, yoga, and reiki to enhance their overall well-being.
My ideal client is seeking deeper personal growth and fulfillment, struggling with stress, anxiety, or physical ailments linked to emotional issues. Support in reshaping behaviors, managing stress, and discovering their authentic self would be helpful to them. Their goals include achieving joy, aligning with their true passions, and cultivating meaningful habits. They want to live a more authentic, joyful life and see meaningful behavior change as the key to this transformation. They are ready to embrace practices like mindfulness, yoga, and reiki to enhance their overall well-being.
Christina Pagliuca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnfield, MA 01940 (Online Only)
Life can be difficult and everyone's path is filled with it's own challenges, triumphs, and uncertainties. As a therapist, I understand that each person's journey is unique and I approach therapy with empathy, respect, and openness. I believe that healing and growth come from acknowledging your individual experiences and working together to create a path that's right for you. My goal is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can explore challenges, resilience, and goals. I am here to help you navigate life's complexities wherever you are on your journey to healing.
Life can be difficult and everyone's path is filled with it's own challenges, triumphs, and uncertainties. As a therapist, I understand that each person's journey is unique and I approach therapy with empathy, respect, and openness. I believe that healing and growth come from acknowledging your individual experiences and working together to create a path that's right for you. My goal is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can explore challenges, resilience, and goals. I am here to help you navigate life's complexities wherever you are on your journey to healing.
Alison K Leach
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynnfield, MA 01940
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the first steps toward change can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. I can provide a safe space for you to talk about your symptoms and challenges, work with you to identify your personal goals, and offer tools and insights to support your journey.
Taking the first steps toward change can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. I can provide a safe space for you to talk about your symptoms and challenges, work with you to identify your personal goals, and offer tools and insights to support your journey.
Melissa Rosenberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnfield, MA 01940
My strong desire to help others came naturally, growing up with a parent who was a first responder and through exposure to people with developmental disabilities in our community. I’ve tailored my education to support my passion of helping others. In 2021, I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my Master's in Social Work. All of my jobs have focused on people, from my first job spending summers as a camp counselor with young children to my more recent jobs of working with at-risk youth and their parents, to my current work providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
My strong desire to help others came naturally, growing up with a parent who was a first responder and through exposure to people with developmental disabilities in our community. I’ve tailored my education to support my passion of helping others. In 2021, I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with my Master's in Social Work. All of my jobs have focused on people, from my first job spending summers as a camp counselor with young children to my more recent jobs of working with at-risk youth and their parents, to my current work providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults.
It takes courage to seek support during difficult times. Feeling stuck by the challenges in our lives is a common difficulty we all face. While the path towards healing can feel overwhelming at first, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your experiences, feel supported, and work towards realistic solutions. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my focus is on helping children, adults, and parents facing a range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship difficulties.
It takes courage to seek support during difficult times. Feeling stuck by the challenges in our lives is a common difficulty we all face. While the path towards healing can feel overwhelming at first, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can openly discuss your experiences, feel supported, and work towards realistic solutions. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my focus is on helping children, adults, and parents facing a range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship difficulties.
Anxiety & Mood Specialist, Mind Matters Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnfield, MA 01940 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck, burnt out, or struggling to get through each day? Is your anxiety or depression making you feel hopeless? Having thoughts of making changes are leaving you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Don't know who you can trust to express how you honestly feel so that you can move forward? Mind Matters Counseling can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. You will be challenged to discover new perspectives in a non-judgmental manner and your feelings and emotions will be validated using the best practices.
Are you feeling stuck, burnt out, or struggling to get through each day? Is your anxiety or depression making you feel hopeless? Having thoughts of making changes are leaving you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Don't know who you can trust to express how you honestly feel so that you can move forward? Mind Matters Counseling can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. You will be challenged to discover new perspectives in a non-judgmental manner and your feelings and emotions will be validated using the best practices.
Nnenne Nwangwu
Pre-Licensed Professional, trainee
Verified Verified
Lynnfield, MA 01940
Not accepting new clients
I aim to serve marginalized youth and young adults (ages 8-30) struggling with anxiety & depression looking to commit themselves to a lifelong journey of healing. I subscribe to a universal truth we are all born absolutely whole. There is a falsehood introduced to us at an early age either from caregivers or manifestations of generational trauma embedded in our society; This falsehood may show up in various ways such as codependency, a scarcity mindset, or believing love is conditional. We then spend years building layers of identity around this falsehood about our self-worth & ability to be accepted and loved exactly as we are.
I aim to serve marginalized youth and young adults (ages 8-30) struggling with anxiety & depression looking to commit themselves to a lifelong journey of healing. I subscribe to a universal truth we are all born absolutely whole. There is a falsehood introduced to us at an early age either from caregivers or manifestations of generational trauma embedded in our society; This falsehood may show up in various ways such as codependency, a scarcity mindset, or believing love is conditional. We then spend years building layers of identity around this falsehood about our self-worth & ability to be accepted and loved exactly as we are.
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Lauran DiCarlo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peabody, MA 01960 (Online Only)
My approach is influenced by a systems perspective and incorporates aspects of solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), and emotionally focused therapy (EFT).
I am passionate about helping individuals who are striving to reach their full potential but feel stuck. With a focus on empowering you to break through barriers, I work with young adults, adults, and couples who are ready to invest in themselves and achieve their goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or navigating significant life transitions, I provide a supportive and empathetic environment to facilitate growth and healing.
My approach is influenced by a systems perspective and incorporates aspects of solution-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), and emotionally focused therapy (EFT).
I am passionate about helping individuals who are striving to reach their full potential but feel stuck. With a focus on empowering you to break through barriers, I work with young adults, adults, and couples who are ready to invest in themselves and achieve their goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or navigating significant life transitions, I provide a supportive and empathetic environment to facilitate growth and healing.
Haley Brandon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wakefield, MA 01880
In my practice, I utilize evidenced-based modalities and draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of various mental health concerns. I am interested in working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. I have worked in various mental health settings such as residential treatment programs, inpatient hospital units, a community outpatient clinic, a rape crisis center, and a substance use treatment program. In addition to my private practice, I work as a Clinical Team Manager at McLean Hospital’s Behavioral Health Partial Hospital Program.
In my practice, I utilize evidenced-based modalities and draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of various mental health concerns. I am interested in working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. I have worked in various mental health settings such as residential treatment programs, inpatient hospital units, a community outpatient clinic, a rape crisis center, and a substance use treatment program. In addition to my private practice, I work as a Clinical Team Manager at McLean Hospital’s Behavioral Health Partial Hospital Program.
I primarily apply techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and brief solution-focused therapy to my practice in order to optimize the time I have with my clients and help aid in lasting success.
It takes strength and courage to reach out when you feel that you are struggling and begin the first steps towards healing. All humans have the capability to create change and find true, lasting peace within. As a therapist, I have the honor of joining you on your journey towards self-discovery and creating the life you have envisioned. Each client of mine has an individualistic life experience and I strongly believe in providing an individualistic path to healing. I help clients to set realistic goals for themselves, while reducing unhealthy and/or problematic patterns that prevent personal growth and goal achievement.
I primarily apply techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and brief solution-focused therapy to my practice in order to optimize the time I have with my clients and help aid in lasting success.
It takes strength and courage to reach out when you feel that you are struggling and begin the first steps towards healing. All humans have the capability to create change and find true, lasting peace within. As a therapist, I have the honor of joining you on your journey towards self-discovery and creating the life you have envisioned. Each client of mine has an individualistic life experience and I strongly believe in providing an individualistic path to healing. I help clients to set realistic goals for themselves, while reducing unhealthy and/or problematic patterns that prevent personal growth and goal achievement.
Leonardo is a bilingual mental health counselor who specializes in couples therapy, providing a highly attentive, judgment-free approach for couples seeking support. Leonardo believes that both perspectives matter, and he will work together with you to understand what’s really happening. He values your time and focuses on identifying the core problem quickly, helping you take action and create meaningful change, not just talk about it. He has experience with a variety of issues, including recovery from affairs, disconnection, communication problems, intimacy issues, feeling stuck, and others.
Leonardo is a bilingual mental health counselor who specializes in couples therapy, providing a highly attentive, judgment-free approach for couples seeking support. Leonardo believes that both perspectives matter, and he will work together with you to understand what’s really happening. He values your time and focuses on identifying the core problem quickly, helping you take action and create meaningful change, not just talk about it. He has experience with a variety of issues, including recovery from affairs, disconnection, communication problems, intimacy issues, feeling stuck, and others.
OCD/Anxiety & Mood Specialist, Marcello Cugno
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wakefield, MA 01880 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck, burnt out, or struggling to get through each day? Is your anxiety or depression making you feel hopeless? Having thoughts of making changes are leaving you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Don't know who you can trust to express how you honestly feel so that you can move forward? Mind Matters Counseling can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. You will be challenged to discover new perspectives in a non-judgmental manner and your feelings and emotions will be validated using the best practices.
Are you feeling stuck, burnt out, or struggling to get through each day? Is your anxiety or depression making you feel hopeless? Having thoughts of making changes are leaving you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Don't know who you can trust to express how you honestly feel so that you can move forward? Mind Matters Counseling can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. You will be challenged to discover new perspectives in a non-judgmental manner and your feelings and emotions will be validated using the best practices.
At North Shore Clinicians Group we treat individuals, couples and families with a vast range of needs. We strive to provide a warm and welcoming environment free from judgement and criticism. At NSCG we provide extensive and on going training to all our clinician to ensure we are up to date on new modalities and interventions to offer the highest quality of care to all of our clients.
At North Shore Clinicians Group we treat individuals, couples and families with a vast range of needs. We strive to provide a warm and welcoming environment free from judgement and criticism. At NSCG we provide extensive and on going training to all our clinician to ensure we are up to date on new modalities and interventions to offer the highest quality of care to all of our clients.
I have weekly afternoon openings! Many clients I work with are looking for a space to process symptoms related to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image/eating concerns. I work to help my clients identify what may have happened in their past that has impacted the way they feel today, and to build skills to live a more fulfilling life now. I acknowledge that therapy is an incredibly vulnerable experience, and work at the pace my clients feel most comfortable at. It is not uncommon for laughter to find it's way into my sessions, and I am able to find a unique balance between warmth and challenging to best assist you.
I have weekly afternoon openings! Many clients I work with are looking for a space to process symptoms related to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image/eating concerns. I work to help my clients identify what may have happened in their past that has impacted the way they feel today, and to build skills to live a more fulfilling life now. I acknowledge that therapy is an incredibly vulnerable experience, and work at the pace my clients feel most comfortable at. It is not uncommon for laughter to find it's way into my sessions, and I am able to find a unique balance between warmth and challenging to best assist you.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.