Children (6 to 10) Therapists in Lynnfield, MA

Are you or your child anxious? Terrified to do something you know you should be able to handle, but just can't? Do you have a child that is not doing well in school? They may need some extra support that they are not getting from the teacher or school staff. Or do you not get along well with your child? They never seem to listen or do what you say.

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.

I have no availability at this time. I have been a clinical mental health therapist for over 15 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with trauma, anxiety, depression, and major mental illness. I utilize evidenced-based practices specific to the presenting problem, ages, and stages of the client. These include but are not limited to EMDR, CBT/DBT, play therapy, family therapy, narrative therapy, progressive counting, client-focused, and strength based therapy. I am passionate about helping clients overcome challenges and difficulties so that they can reach their full potential.

Immediate Availability M-Th for telehealth only. Being a parent is hard, even under the best of circumstances. When you have a child struggling with mental health, the job can become even harder. You might find yourself feeling scared or overwhelmed, having lots of questions but finding few answers. The good news is that you and your child don't have to go through this alone- I'm here to help. As a clinician, I know that the effects of mental health are felt far beyond the individual. Though I work with children and adolescents, I believe in having a collaborative relationship with all members of the family.

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).

Melissa's warmth, openness, and humor will help to build a comfortable, trusting relationship where you can be empowered to work on your goals with conscious intent using a treatment approach that works best. Melissa specializes in working with young children to young adults, focusing on stress, anxiety, depression, attentional difficulties, attachment, and life transitions. She provides individual and family therapy utilizing a variety of techniques that best fit your needs. Melissa has experience in CBT, DBT, skill building, intuitive , mindfulness and parent coaching. Melissa has over 10 years experience as a school counselor.

With over 15 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health, Substance Use, Trauma, Family/Couples Therapy, and Bi-lingual services. My passion is to see Families, Couples, and Individuals achieve the greatest version of themselves. I'm compassionate, attentive and a great listener. I also provide people the space to speak freely and empower them to make the changes necessary for their well being. I enjoy embarking on this journey as well as celebrating people's great success and empowering them to continue the work on their own once they are confident to do so. If you are looking for a better life balance it starts here.

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.

Regardless of the times, the circumstance or the individual, building a relationship with trust, value and efficacy matters. We also believe that this can look different for everyone. Given that, it is important that prior to finding the right therapeutic approach that meets your specific needs, we must first develop a mutual understanding and rapport with one another that feels supportive in moving forward. Next, it will become our responsibility to listen and understand what it is you would like to address and what your goals are. Your voice, experiences, and perceptions will lead us through this process.

Everyone has struggles at some point in their lives. I strive to help people find direction and satisfaction with themselves. If you are going through a big life change, suffering a loss, or struggling with interpersonal relationships, therapy can help you figure out what you want and find that path that will lead you on that journey.

Highly trained therapist supporting children, couples and families experiencing a wide array of challenges including, but not limited to, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting challenges, navigating the special education process, ableism, LGBTQIA issues, abuse, alcohol and substance abuse. Qualified as an expert witness. Trained therapists and graduate students in family therapy theory and practice. Recently years focus and committment has been on supporting children, couples and families with learning challenges and worked supporting the creation of MA Dyslexia screening legislation.

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.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the pressures of significant life transitions? Or perhaps you're a parent struggling to navigate the complexities of raising a child in today’s world? My practice is dedicated to individuals like you who seek understanding, support, and effective strategies to overcome these challenges. My ideal clients are young adults and new parents dealing with anxiety, depression, or adjusting to major life changes. These individuals are seeking a safe, supportive environment where they can express their feelings and develop coping strategies. They are motivated to make positive changes.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with a Bachelor's in Fine Art, Certificate in Drug and Alcohol Counseling, and a Certificate in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). I combine CBT, DBT, and IFS modalities in my practice. I believe in the mind/body connection, and have found this to provide success in clients suffering from trauma. Please inquire about ART, for those suffering from PTSD and the like. My approach is empathetic and person-centered, as I believe my clients truly know what's best for them. Please only female clients inquire.

Looking for support in helping your child manage their emotions? Maybe your own? I offer individualized care for children and adolescents, in addition to parental support and family sessions. I also help adults navigate challenging relationship dynamics, life transitions and overall stress management.

My areas of expertise are the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues in adults. I particularly enjoy counseling millennials. As a warm and understanding therapist, I have successfully worked with clients with a wide variety of life problems to help them decrease distress and lead fuller lives. I provide individual, couple, and family therapy, using a combination of cognitive behavioral and insight oriented techniques. I am the author of "Bouncing Back: How Women Lose & Find Themselves in Marriage & Divorce."

In listening deeply to you we will work together to pause and reflect on how to to effectively prioritize problems and solve them to make your life more manageable. Some of our work together might include defining boundaries, discovering strengths and developing higher self esteem in your life by taking reasonable risks. Experimenting with some new ways of approaching problems. Developing greater optimism in your life by creating a vision and taking the steps needed to move toward your goals. Poet Mary Oliver says" Tell me what are you going to do with your one wild and precious life?"

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.