Video Game Addiction Therapists in Newton Centre, MA
![Photo of Fran Kuehn, LICSW, MEd, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6206be2-7230-4971-87d1-fd2a900e8104/1/320x400.jpeg)
Fran Kuehn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton Centre, MA 02459
CBT really works! Especially when you are working with a trained and experienced therapist. I hold advanced certification in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and use this approach exclusively. Together we will work to improve your insight, mood and motivation. You will learn what influences your mood and decision-making, and how ways of thinking and doing can lead to feeling stuck and hopeless. In addition to CBT, I can teach you powerful skills to improve distress tolerance and emotional regulation. These are skills you will learn to use now, and can rely on in the future.
CBT really works! Especially when you are working with a trained and experienced therapist. I hold advanced certification in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and use this approach exclusively. Together we will work to improve your insight, mood and motivation. You will learn what influences your mood and decision-making, and how ways of thinking and doing can lead to feeling stuck and hopeless. In addition to CBT, I can teach you powerful skills to improve distress tolerance and emotional regulation. These are skills you will learn to use now, and can rely on in the future.
![Photo of Mark Joyce, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1582dcf5-d1ad-47e5-9508-80df7208a88b/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a licensed mental health clinician, my goal is to help guide you to a place of well-being and fulfillment. I have experience working with teenagers and adults of all ages in addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, life transitions, and trauma. I am also interested in the role technology plays in one’s experience of mental health symptoms and have completed research on the impact of smartphone addiction in college age students.
As a licensed mental health clinician, my goal is to help guide you to a place of well-being and fulfillment. I have experience working with teenagers and adults of all ages in addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, life transitions, and trauma. I am also interested in the role technology plays in one’s experience of mental health symptoms and have completed research on the impact of smartphone addiction in college age students.
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![Photo of Jotham Busfield, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dd437faf-3b20-46e7-a128-255c56bce28e/2/320x400.jpeg)
I focus on working with young male clients (ages 9-25), using a blend of coaching and therapy, focusing on emotional intelligence, leadership skills, confidence, healthy relationships, academic achievement, and athletic performance. The problems I most often see clients experiencing are low self-esteem/confidence, anger management, high stress levels, anxiety, depression (including bipolar), and video game addiction.
I focus on working with young male clients (ages 9-25), using a blend of coaching and therapy, focusing on emotional intelligence, leadership skills, confidence, healthy relationships, academic achievement, and athletic performance. The problems I most often see clients experiencing are low self-esteem/confidence, anger management, high stress levels, anxiety, depression (including bipolar), and video game addiction.
![Photo of Carmine DiChiara, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b929b48e-3392-4f98-9920-13822aad1426/2/320x400.jpeg)
Many people find me because something they are doing has become larger than they want it to be and is no longer working. It could be technology use (my special interest), substance use, pornography, working, or gambling, among many other things. Often these behaviors show up when people are experiencing stress, interpersonal conflict, insomnia, sadness, anxiety, existential crises, self-doubt, self-criticism, or the pain of high self-expectations, and so our work focuses upon these topics as well. I work with teenagers and adults in individual therapy, including some joint family or couple sessions as needed to support loved ones.
Many people find me because something they are doing has become larger than they want it to be and is no longer working. It could be technology use (my special interest), substance use, pornography, working, or gambling, among many other things. Often these behaviors show up when people are experiencing stress, interpersonal conflict, insomnia, sadness, anxiety, existential crises, self-doubt, self-criticism, or the pain of high self-expectations, and so our work focuses upon these topics as well. I work with teenagers and adults in individual therapy, including some joint family or couple sessions as needed to support loved ones.
![Photo of Kyle A Faust, PhD, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/71d1d8d8-2f6c-40e1-9ad0-2de4e517353a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there! I’m a psychologist at MGH and instructor at Harvard Medical School. I have expertise in a wide variety of treatment approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, the Unified Protocol, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and existential approaches. These evidence based approaches can be used to provide top quality care for you. Further, I’ve worked in a wide variety of treatment settings and have provided services for clients of many different backgrounds, ages, and diagnoses/various life difficulties.
Hi there! I’m a psychologist at MGH and instructor at Harvard Medical School. I have expertise in a wide variety of treatment approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, the Unified Protocol, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and existential approaches. These evidence based approaches can be used to provide top quality care for you. Further, I’ve worked in a wide variety of treatment settings and have provided services for clients of many different backgrounds, ages, and diagnoses/various life difficulties.
![Photo of Jeff Levin, MAT, MSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42c38432-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I offer home-based life coaching for teens, 20-somethings, athletes, adults, and their families in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and beyond. I work with clients at home in a positive, flexible, proactive way, emphasizing measurable, practical, and sustainable change. My approach is relaxed, non-hierarchical, and results-oriented. Although I also work with adults, I primarily help teens and 20-somethings, from kids who lack confidence and/are overly stressed or anxious to those with athletic/academic performance issues or who are really acting out, having issues with anger, substance abuse, school refusal and the like.
I offer home-based life coaching for teens, 20-somethings, athletes, adults, and their families in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and beyond. I work with clients at home in a positive, flexible, proactive way, emphasizing measurable, practical, and sustainable change. My approach is relaxed, non-hierarchical, and results-oriented. Although I also work with adults, I primarily help teens and 20-somethings, from kids who lack confidence and/are overly stressed or anxious to those with athletic/academic performance issues or who are really acting out, having issues with anger, substance abuse, school refusal and the like.
![Photo of Nico Andrade, LICSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cd692edf-9656-4ae6-9815-1fa047127744/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a clinician, I seek to develop a strong rapport with my clients to promote a collaborative treatment process. I help my clients learn more about themselves and better identify their emotional and therapeutic needs. I believe the opportunity for my clients to develop a sense of agency, and identify how to take action when faced with difficult situations, is key to self-empowerment and growth. I work with my clients to gather information about themselves and their situations, to learn to reflect on their emotions and behaviors in a nonjudgmental way, and to build their confidence to make positive decisions in their life.
As a clinician, I seek to develop a strong rapport with my clients to promote a collaborative treatment process. I help my clients learn more about themselves and better identify their emotional and therapeutic needs. I believe the opportunity for my clients to develop a sense of agency, and identify how to take action when faced with difficult situations, is key to self-empowerment and growth. I work with my clients to gather information about themselves and their situations, to learn to reflect on their emotions and behaviors in a nonjudgmental way, and to build their confidence to make positive decisions in their life.
![Photo of Paul Sawyer, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/85f84907-2f1a-4e0d-ae66-92b6a144543c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Paul Sawyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02461
I am a licensed therapist who works with individuals and couples of all ages and various presenting concerns. I work with individuals with mental health challenges, addictive behavior, or life-transitional issues (e.g. beginning high school/college, launching into adulthood, managing relationships, grief/loss, etc.). I help couples get to a place of connection where each partner feels heard, understood, and loved by the other. No matter what circumstances led us to where we are today, I believe that we all have the potential to be happy and content.
I am a licensed therapist who works with individuals and couples of all ages and various presenting concerns. I work with individuals with mental health challenges, addictive behavior, or life-transitional issues (e.g. beginning high school/college, launching into adulthood, managing relationships, grief/loss, etc.). I help couples get to a place of connection where each partner feels heard, understood, and loved by the other. No matter what circumstances led us to where we are today, I believe that we all have the potential to be happy and content.
![Photo of Melissa Crawford, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a612529f-0f01-46aa-ab6c-cda60b655704/2/320x400.jpeg)
Melissa Crawford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02458 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative and solution-focused. I incorporate mindfulness techniques to increase awareness of harmful thoughts and behaviors, and skill building exercises to increase emotion regulation, resilience, and psychological flexibility. I hold an advanced certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from Boston University and have extensive training in mindfulness-based therapies.
My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative and solution-focused. I incorporate mindfulness techniques to increase awareness of harmful thoughts and behaviors, and skill building exercises to increase emotion regulation, resilience, and psychological flexibility. I hold an advanced certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from Boston University and have extensive training in mindfulness-based therapies.
![Photo of Shane MacDonald - OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW , LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c7bdc885-3fec-4dfa-b59a-5a45dbc052b6/1/320x400.jpeg)
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
![Photo of Gary Rose, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40a614aa-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
With 35 years as a teacher and clinician, I maintain a multi-specialty practice, applying the evidence-based principles of MI/CBT to problems ranging from sleep health, anxiety, cannabis misuse to sports performance. In addition to my expertise in health and sports psychology, I specialize in the assessment and treatment of individuals on the autistic spectrum disorder. I work with individuals of all ages, and adopt a shared decision-making approach to treatment, employing an array of evidence based best practices.
With 35 years as a teacher and clinician, I maintain a multi-specialty practice, applying the evidence-based principles of MI/CBT to problems ranging from sleep health, anxiety, cannabis misuse to sports performance. In addition to my expertise in health and sports psychology, I specialize in the assessment and treatment of individuals on the autistic spectrum disorder. I work with individuals of all ages, and adopt a shared decision-making approach to treatment, employing an array of evidence based best practices.
![Photo of Elizabeth Quigley - Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/393075d6-c994-46bf-b63b-1944601b5b54/1/320x400.jpeg)
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now––perhaps more than ever––you need someone - someone REALLY helpful - “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve. It
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now––perhaps more than ever––you need someone - someone REALLY helpful - “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve. It
![Photo of Cigdem Kilic Betebenner, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40cbda9b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
You don’t have to suffer without hope…or help. Whether you’re feeling depressed, anxious, worried and preoccupied, or experiencing blocked creativity, psychotherapy can help you to feel/get better. I work with both individuals and couples. Since 2008, I have been helping my clients to overcome their obstacles. I can help you too!
You don’t have to suffer without hope…or help. Whether you’re feeling depressed, anxious, worried and preoccupied, or experiencing blocked creativity, psychotherapy can help you to feel/get better. I work with both individuals and couples. Since 2008, I have been helping my clients to overcome their obstacles. I can help you too!
![Photo of Amanda Urato - Amanda Urato, LMHC, New Inspiration Counseling, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1bb79d51-acbd-40bf-9c40-33e7e02976c5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Since Amanda is not taking on new clients until July, please consider another one of our great therapists, Shane MacDonald, LICSW, who has immediately openings. He's GREAT: eager and able to help! See Shane's profile on our New Inspiration website, at www.newinspiration.org
Since Amanda is not taking on new clients until July, please consider another one of our great therapists, Shane MacDonald, LICSW, who has immediately openings. He's GREAT: eager and able to help! See Shane's profile on our New Inspiration website, at www.newinspiration.org
![Photo of Carla Chalah, BA, CCHT, CI, HBCE, CILC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0713c32b-6d6d-49b2-b6c6-12dc0dc9a2e5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Embarking on self-discovery takes courage, offering significant rewards. Many feel an inherent push towards growth; when blocked, it can lead to feeling stuck and a loss of self-confidence. As a hypnotherapist and life coach, I'm dedicated to helping you overcome these obstacles. We'll tackle fears, avoidance behaviors, self-sabotage, and negative subconscious patterns that hinder your progress. My aim is to empower you to surpass your goals, fostering a journey of success and fulfillment. Together, we'll unlock your full potential, guiding you towards the life you deserve.
Embarking on self-discovery takes courage, offering significant rewards. Many feel an inherent push towards growth; when blocked, it can lead to feeling stuck and a loss of self-confidence. As a hypnotherapist and life coach, I'm dedicated to helping you overcome these obstacles. We'll tackle fears, avoidance behaviors, self-sabotage, and negative subconscious patterns that hinder your progress. My aim is to empower you to surpass your goals, fostering a journey of success and fulfillment. Together, we'll unlock your full potential, guiding you towards the life you deserve.
![Photo of Mark Suris, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/39ca3e4b-e417-4283-9dd9-fab1311ce4a6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you ever find yourself worrying? Do you ever feel like fear is getting in the way of goals or tasks you would like to accomplish? Or maybe, you are looking for space to practice skills to make everyday life easier. Mark works well with a wide range of clients, both athletes and non-athletes, in a collaborative process that allows the clients to take charge of their own treatment. Mark primarily works with adults and teens through a strengths-based approach. He works with clients to help them set and meet their goals of living a less anxious and depressed life.
Do you ever find yourself worrying? Do you ever feel like fear is getting in the way of goals or tasks you would like to accomplish? Or maybe, you are looking for space to practice skills to make everyday life easier. Mark works well with a wide range of clients, both athletes and non-athletes, in a collaborative process that allows the clients to take charge of their own treatment. Mark primarily works with adults and teens through a strengths-based approach. He works with clients to help them set and meet their goals of living a less anxious and depressed life.
![Photo of Leah Philbrook, MA, LMHC, CSTIP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de5ae4ab-28d6-4094-97c3-3057a2dee1e9/2/320x400.jpeg)
One of the core reasons people come to counseling is that they feel a lack of connection. Sometimes that connection is to others in their life; loved ones, partners, friends, or co-workers. Just as often that lack of connection is to themselves; fear, trauma, sexuality or shame. Fostering those connections with transparency, brevity and compassion is something I love to do. Helping people find understanding and to build coping skills that aren’t just instant gratification which drown out the real issues we’ve got (can feel good though). Skills and insight that’s more meaningful and effective than avoidance, or memes on Instagram.
One of the core reasons people come to counseling is that they feel a lack of connection. Sometimes that connection is to others in their life; loved ones, partners, friends, or co-workers. Just as often that lack of connection is to themselves; fear, trauma, sexuality or shame. Fostering those connections with transparency, brevity and compassion is something I love to do. Helping people find understanding and to build coping skills that aren’t just instant gratification which drown out the real issues we’ve got (can feel good though). Skills and insight that’s more meaningful and effective than avoidance, or memes on Instagram.
![Photo of Sarah Donohue, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48cd7ad8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Donohue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02468 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and insecure? Has your relationship been wounded or lost its spark? Are you feeling dissatisfied or stuck with some aspect of your life and not sure how to make a shift? Has becoming or being a parent turned your world upside down? Life is full of transitions and stressors and it’s hard to stay in tune with ourselves, our partners, and our family members as we grow, change, and deal with stress. Sometimes we all need a safe space to process, reconnect, and heal – to speak our pain, communicate what we need, and be supported as we tap back into love and connection.
Do you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and insecure? Has your relationship been wounded or lost its spark? Are you feeling dissatisfied or stuck with some aspect of your life and not sure how to make a shift? Has becoming or being a parent turned your world upside down? Life is full of transitions and stressors and it’s hard to stay in tune with ourselves, our partners, and our family members as we grow, change, and deal with stress. Sometimes we all need a safe space to process, reconnect, and heal – to speak our pain, communicate what we need, and be supported as we tap back into love and connection.
![Photo of Deanna Boden-Yu, LMHC, LPCC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac073d1e-acaa-4a5b-85c5-56b699bc3c79/1/320x400.png)
Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.
Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.
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Nik Zanetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MTS, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02467 (Online Only)
My ideal client is a male of any age interested in changing patterns keeping him stuck in his life, someone ready to do the tough work of honest self-assessment as preparation for meaningful change. My approach is strengths-based and solutions-focused with a goal of mobilizing clients to imagine and then pursue positive and exciting change. I have extensive experience working with gifted people and elite performers across different industries, both as a teacher and a clinician. I also work well with executives focused on career building, developing relationships, and managing work-life balance.
My ideal client is a male of any age interested in changing patterns keeping him stuck in his life, someone ready to do the tough work of honest self-assessment as preparation for meaningful change. My approach is strengths-based and solutions-focused with a goal of mobilizing clients to imagine and then pursue positive and exciting change. I have extensive experience working with gifted people and elite performers across different industries, both as a teacher and a clinician. I also work well with executives focused on career building, developing relationships, and managing work-life balance.