Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Maynard, MA
Kelli L Kirshtein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maynard, MA 01754
I enjoy working with adults and teens looking to clarify goals, work more effectively with challenging emotions, and, using Mary Oliver's eloquent words, help them answer the question "what do you plan to do with your one wild and precious life." I use strength-based approaches to help clients set and achieve goals and boost happiness. Having experience as a school-based therapist and as a parent, I am helpful as a parent coach/mentor/therapist and enjoy working with teens regarding school-related challenges.
I enjoy working with adults and teens looking to clarify goals, work more effectively with challenging emotions, and, using Mary Oliver's eloquent words, help them answer the question "what do you plan to do with your one wild and precious life." I use strength-based approaches to help clients set and achieve goals and boost happiness. Having experience as a school-based therapist and as a parent, I am helpful as a parent coach/mentor/therapist and enjoy working with teens regarding school-related challenges.
Mary Barber Bussiere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Maynard, MA 01754 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I strive to create a space for clients to feel comfortable and welcome. I specialize in the areas of maternal mental health/motherhood, grief therapy, and young adult mental health. I support women through fertility, pregnancy/postpartum, birth trauma, infant loss, medical termination, NICU experiences, and the various stages of motherhood. I also have unique experience working with parents navigating infant and pediatric medical complexity and death and death of a loved one. In addition, I have extensive experience working with young adults navigating college, graduate school, parent loss/grief, relationships, and career stressors.
I strive to create a space for clients to feel comfortable and welcome. I specialize in the areas of maternal mental health/motherhood, grief therapy, and young adult mental health. I support women through fertility, pregnancy/postpartum, birth trauma, infant loss, medical termination, NICU experiences, and the various stages of motherhood. I also have unique experience working with parents navigating infant and pediatric medical complexity and death and death of a loved one. In addition, I have extensive experience working with young adults navigating college, graduate school, parent loss/grief, relationships, and career stressors.
I am a clinical social worker passionate about helping people find ways to their best selves. I provide a safe and supportive environment for the client in search of self-understanding. I believe people have the capacity to feel content, grateful and joyful but a lot of the time our preconceived notions of ourselves get in the way. Everyday I am amazed at people's resilience.
I am a clinical social worker passionate about helping people find ways to their best selves. I provide a safe and supportive environment for the client in search of self-understanding. I believe people have the capacity to feel content, grateful and joyful but a lot of the time our preconceived notions of ourselves get in the way. Everyday I am amazed at people's resilience.
Stephen Wright
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maynard, MA 01754
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults between the ages of 18 and 65 years, who have ongoing challenges with anxiety or depression, or who have experienced difficult life events. My goal is to help you stop feeling stuck and start encouraging you to see healing and transformation as possible.
I work with adults between the ages of 18 and 65 years, who have ongoing challenges with anxiety or depression, or who have experienced difficult life events. My goal is to help you stop feeling stuck and start encouraging you to see healing and transformation as possible.
Neycha Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maynard, MA 01754 (Online Only)
The past is a place of reference, not a place of residence. Prioritizing your mental health is essential to your overall well-being. If you don’t take care of yourself, it affects your relationships and physical health. Knowing the steps to make yourself a priority can be challenging but I can help. My goal is to guide and support you, while empowering you to reconnect back to yourself.
The past is a place of reference, not a place of residence. Prioritizing your mental health is essential to your overall well-being. If you don’t take care of yourself, it affects your relationships and physical health. Knowing the steps to make yourself a priority can be challenging but I can help. My goal is to guide and support you, while empowering you to reconnect back to yourself.
Evangeliah Tsui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maynard, MA 01754 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Imagine how different your experience in the world would be if you could tap into all your talents and abilities. You have strengths that you may not even realize. Some of these strengths may be affected by traumatic events, environmental stressors, internal/external conflicts (identity and personal beliefs), mental health and medical challenges. My style consists of providing a compassionate, person-centered, trauma-informed lens that allows my clients the ability to identify their goals and restore a sense of control back in their lives.
Imagine how different your experience in the world would be if you could tap into all your talents and abilities. You have strengths that you may not even realize. Some of these strengths may be affected by traumatic events, environmental stressors, internal/external conflicts (identity and personal beliefs), mental health and medical challenges. My style consists of providing a compassionate, person-centered, trauma-informed lens that allows my clients the ability to identify their goals and restore a sense of control back in their lives.
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If you yearn for a more fulfilling relationship, greater self-esteem, healing from the past, or a more enjoyable and purposeful life, it means you’re paying attention. There’s always room for growth. Perhaps you aspire to improve one aspect of your life or several areas. Maybe you feel discouraged and lost because you’ve worked hard to make things better and haven’t seen a difference, or you’re newly aware of the need for a shift in life and this is your first try; either is okay. Successful change doesn’t have to start with self-confidence or a plan. It just requires the willingness to reach out and not take the journey alone.
If you yearn for a more fulfilling relationship, greater self-esteem, healing from the past, or a more enjoyable and purposeful life, it means you’re paying attention. There’s always room for growth. Perhaps you aspire to improve one aspect of your life or several areas. Maybe you feel discouraged and lost because you’ve worked hard to make things better and haven’t seen a difference, or you’re newly aware of the need for a shift in life and this is your first try; either is okay. Successful change doesn’t have to start with self-confidence or a plan. It just requires the willingness to reach out and not take the journey alone.
Welcome! I believe that the relationship between me and my clients is the foundation on which, together, we will help you to understand yourself better, realize the patterns that are holding you back, and make the changes that you decide are enriching for your life. A large portion of my practice focuses on work with clients who struggle with issues related to trauma, attachment, and interpersonal wounding. This has led to an extensive background in many different disorders and presentations. In addition to working with individual clients, I also work with parents, including adoptive parents.
Welcome! I believe that the relationship between me and my clients is the foundation on which, together, we will help you to understand yourself better, realize the patterns that are holding you back, and make the changes that you decide are enriching for your life. A large portion of my practice focuses on work with clients who struggle with issues related to trauma, attachment, and interpersonal wounding. This has led to an extensive background in many different disorders and presentations. In addition to working with individual clients, I also work with parents, including adoptive parents.
I work with adults dealing with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and trauma. Through the development of a trusting relationship and exploration I believe we can work through most challenges in your personal and/or work life. As a psychoanalyst and social worker with over 30 years of experience, I am deeply committed to this work. In addition to having a private practice in Concord, MA I am currently Co-Director, Supervisor and Faculty for The PINE Center Clinical Fellowship.
I work with adults dealing with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and trauma. Through the development of a trusting relationship and exploration I believe we can work through most challenges in your personal and/or work life. As a psychoanalyst and social worker with over 30 years of experience, I am deeply committed to this work. In addition to having a private practice in Concord, MA I am currently Co-Director, Supervisor and Faculty for The PINE Center Clinical Fellowship.
Janet L Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Acton, MA 01720 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor who has worked in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use disorders for twenty+ years. I am especially concerned for, not only the person who uses, but the people who have been affected by a loved one's behaviors, be it substance use or something else. Often dealing with a loved one's issues can cause significant impairment in your own life and mental health. Self-care is essential if you are going to live a sane and happy life. To help someone else, it is of upmost importance to have support and help for yourself.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor who has worked in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use disorders for twenty+ years. I am especially concerned for, not only the person who uses, but the people who have been affected by a loved one's behaviors, be it substance use or something else. Often dealing with a loved one's issues can cause significant impairment in your own life and mental health. Self-care is essential if you are going to live a sane and happy life. To help someone else, it is of upmost importance to have support and help for yourself.
Randi Taylor, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Acton, MA 01720 (Online Only)
Hello! Taking the first steps towards therapy is courageous, and by reading this, you are already moving forward. As a psychologist, my passion is helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and struggles in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. My approach is collaborative, and together, we will work to help you develop the tools and self understanding needed for you to discover your own inner strength and resilience. I bring with me over two decades of professional experience and training, and I will meet you where you are on your journey towards personal healing and growth.
Hello! Taking the first steps towards therapy is courageous, and by reading this, you are already moving forward. As a psychologist, my passion is helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and struggles in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. My approach is collaborative, and together, we will work to help you develop the tools and self understanding needed for you to discover your own inner strength and resilience. I bring with me over two decades of professional experience and training, and I will meet you where you are on your journey towards personal healing and growth.
MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL. I work primarily with children and adolescents who face a range of challenges. Among these might be anxiety, negotiating peer relationships, learning disabilities, ADHD, and/or losses (e.g. divorce, illness/death of a loved one). During the assessment process, I believe in learning the strengths of the child, parent(s), and other support networks (e.g extended family, school, religious community). From there, I collaborate with the parents and child/adolescent to create a plan for them to develop the skills necessary to address their current challenges.
MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL. I work primarily with children and adolescents who face a range of challenges. Among these might be anxiety, negotiating peer relationships, learning disabilities, ADHD, and/or losses (e.g. divorce, illness/death of a loved one). During the assessment process, I believe in learning the strengths of the child, parent(s), and other support networks (e.g extended family, school, religious community). From there, I collaborate with the parents and child/adolescent to create a plan for them to develop the skills necessary to address their current challenges.
When life becomes difficult, it can feel impossible to take a step in any direction, let alone toward positive change. You have taken the first step. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I work with individuals and groups using a contemporary psychodynamic approach and an interactive style. My practice is client-centered, tailoring my approach to each individual. My goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment to attend to your emotional needs. I believe it is all about relationship.
When life becomes difficult, it can feel impossible to take a step in any direction, let alone toward positive change. You have taken the first step. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I work with individuals and groups using a contemporary psychodynamic approach and an interactive style. My practice is client-centered, tailoring my approach to each individual. My goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment to attend to your emotional needs. I believe it is all about relationship.
Most of us are in "survival mode," doing our best with daily stress in our life. What if you could move from the survival way of thinking – doing and reacting – to the creative way of thinking and feeling? It is possible. If we work together, I can help you gain practices and insights that strengthen your being, teaching you how to stay grounded as you navigate your life. I can assist you in noticing and connecting to your core self, building internal trust as you navigate daily stress.
Most of us are in "survival mode," doing our best with daily stress in our life. What if you could move from the survival way of thinking – doing and reacting – to the creative way of thinking and feeling? It is possible. If we work together, I can help you gain practices and insights that strengthen your being, teaching you how to stay grounded as you navigate your life. I can assist you in noticing and connecting to your core self, building internal trust as you navigate daily stress.
As a clinical psychologist in the Boston area, I work with adults and older adolescents going through transitions, who would like to understand how their past affects them now, and who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed. If you are struggling with relationships, marital/family or work difficulties, depression, pandemic-related stress, anxiety, acculturation, career choices, college adjustment, grief, or other life problems, we can work together to reduce distress and work on patterns that interfere with your life to make lasting change. I also offer short-term therapy for college students located in MA during the summer.
As a clinical psychologist in the Boston area, I work with adults and older adolescents going through transitions, who would like to understand how their past affects them now, and who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed. If you are struggling with relationships, marital/family or work difficulties, depression, pandemic-related stress, anxiety, acculturation, career choices, college adjustment, grief, or other life problems, we can work together to reduce distress and work on patterns that interfere with your life to make lasting change. I also offer short-term therapy for college students located in MA during the summer.
I incorporate a broad range of perspectives and clinical principles in an overall integrative approach to psychotherapy. At the foundation of my work is an appreciation of each individual's capacity to heal and grow and a respect for each individual's path. My desire is to assist people in living an authentic, self-aware, and satisfying life. In my couples work, I strive to assist each partner in deepening their own self-understanding and compassionately holding the experience of their partner, as the couple works together to better understand and best tend or heal their relationship.
I incorporate a broad range of perspectives and clinical principles in an overall integrative approach to psychotherapy. At the foundation of my work is an appreciation of each individual's capacity to heal and grow and a respect for each individual's path. My desire is to assist people in living an authentic, self-aware, and satisfying life. In my couples work, I strive to assist each partner in deepening their own self-understanding and compassionately holding the experience of their partner, as the couple works together to better understand and best tend or heal their relationship.
In the role of both generalist and eating disorder specialist at Windhorse Counseling, my work with clients is direct, but infused with a generous dose of humor, empathy, and compassion. I believe in creating a safe space where clients can express their zone, and my deepest hope is that clients can walk away from each session having gained more insight and a new goal to work towards. My natural energy is always present in session; I have a particular interest in helping young adults get unstuck and move toward newness, be it within the realm of their emotional wellbeing or in a performance-related setting.
In the role of both generalist and eating disorder specialist at Windhorse Counseling, my work with clients is direct, but infused with a generous dose of humor, empathy, and compassion. I believe in creating a safe space where clients can express their zone, and my deepest hope is that clients can walk away from each session having gained more insight and a new goal to work towards. My natural energy is always present in session; I have a particular interest in helping young adults get unstuck and move toward newness, be it within the realm of their emotional wellbeing or in a performance-related setting.
For all of us, there are moments when life becomes extremely challenging. I believe that even during times of intense pain, loss, confusion, chaos, and fear, we can find peace and even joy. I teach skills to nurture happiness, hope, inspiration, courage, confidence, creativity, wonder, serenity, balance, and ease. While working alongside individuals to increase resilience, adaptability and flexibility, I assist in identifying and releasing habitual behavioral patterns that perpetuate anxiety, stress, and suffering.
For all of us, there are moments when life becomes extremely challenging. I believe that even during times of intense pain, loss, confusion, chaos, and fear, we can find peace and even joy. I teach skills to nurture happiness, hope, inspiration, courage, confidence, creativity, wonder, serenity, balance, and ease. While working alongside individuals to increase resilience, adaptability and flexibility, I assist in identifying and releasing habitual behavioral patterns that perpetuate anxiety, stress, and suffering.
Shane Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742 (Online Only)
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I believe that there is no single treatment that works best for everyone. I believe that therapy is the most effective when it's tailored to the unique needs of each client. We will spend time building trust arriving at a shared understanding of your treatment goals. My practice focuses on creating space in which transformation is possible and old patterns can shift into something that allows for growth and possibility. We'll start with current challenges that you may be experiencing and together, we will carve out a road map that can help you on your journey to be the most complete version of you.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I believe that there is no single treatment that works best for everyone. I believe that therapy is the most effective when it's tailored to the unique needs of each client. We will spend time building trust arriving at a shared understanding of your treatment goals. My practice focuses on creating space in which transformation is possible and old patterns can shift into something that allows for growth and possibility. We'll start with current challenges that you may be experiencing and together, we will carve out a road map that can help you on your journey to be the most complete version of you.
Asking for help is the first step toward lasting change - welcome! With empathy, compassion, humor, and warmth, I create a nurturing space where you are truly heard, and truly seen. With years of experience providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy, I have the expertise to create a personalized, unconditionally-supportive approach that fits each client.
Asking for help is the first step toward lasting change - welcome! With empathy, compassion, humor, and warmth, I create a nurturing space where you are truly heard, and truly seen. With years of experience providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy, I have the expertise to create a personalized, unconditionally-supportive approach that fits each client.
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How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.