Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Newton Highlands, MA
A licensed psychologist practicing in Newton, Mass., I have 15+ years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, eating disorders and relationship challenges. With adolescents, adults, and couples, I use an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical behavioral techniques. Life can be full of rough patches. Therefore my clients and I work together to shift the ways in which they relate to themselves and others, in order to lead more meaningful, productive, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
A licensed psychologist practicing in Newton, Mass., I have 15+ years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, eating disorders and relationship challenges. With adolescents, adults, and couples, I use an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical behavioral techniques. Life can be full of rough patches. Therefore my clients and I work together to shift the ways in which they relate to themselves and others, in order to lead more meaningful, productive, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
Nofar Soffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton Highlands, MA 02161
Nofar is passionate about helping individuals through discovering the power of self and has experience working with adults, children and adolescents. Nofar has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma related diagnoses and other life experiences. Helping these individuals to heal by strengthening their own self confidence with positive thinking, acceptance and compassion using CBT, DBT, mindfulness and other therapy methods centering around the individual and their unique life experience.
Nofar is passionate about helping individuals through discovering the power of self and has experience working with adults, children and adolescents. Nofar has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma related diagnoses and other life experiences. Helping these individuals to heal by strengthening their own self confidence with positive thinking, acceptance and compassion using CBT, DBT, mindfulness and other therapy methods centering around the individual and their unique life experience.
Rachel Holmes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton Highlands, MA 02461
As a clinician, I aim to be a point of guidance, trust, and support for the communities and individuals who need it most. I work with individuals to help cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, substance use, and more. I work with a wide range of clients, from adolescents to adults, to help them move through life's challenges with understanding, compassion, and the confidence they need. I utilize techniques including CBT and Motivational Interviewing, while keeping a focus on harm reduction and trauma informed care. I hope to provide a warm, non-judgmental and empathetic space for all the clients I work with.
As a clinician, I aim to be a point of guidance, trust, and support for the communities and individuals who need it most. I work with individuals to help cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, substance use, and more. I work with a wide range of clients, from adolescents to adults, to help them move through life's challenges with understanding, compassion, and the confidence they need. I utilize techniques including CBT and Motivational Interviewing, while keeping a focus on harm reduction and trauma informed care. I hope to provide a warm, non-judgmental and empathetic space for all the clients I work with.
I have been providing collaborative, interactive therapy services to children, adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, couples, and family for over 25 years. I am eclectic in approach, beginning with Relational and Client-Centered models, incorporating Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, and Family Systems Therapies; addressing Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Grief, Loss and Trauma, Adjustment Disorders, Anger/Frustration management, Self Esteem and Confidence Building, Social/Relationship Building Skills, LGBTQ, Parenting Coaching/Skills.
I have been providing collaborative, interactive therapy services to children, adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, couples, and family for over 25 years. I am eclectic in approach, beginning with Relational and Client-Centered models, incorporating Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, and Family Systems Therapies; addressing Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Grief, Loss and Trauma, Adjustment Disorders, Anger/Frustration management, Self Esteem and Confidence Building, Social/Relationship Building Skills, LGBTQ, Parenting Coaching/Skills.
Christopher Hawkins (AKA Topher) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). He has spent years honing his skills in different settings working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families struggling with the impact trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and other mental health disorders can have on the individual, family, and their behaviors.
Christopher Hawkins (AKA Topher) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). He has spent years honing his skills in different settings working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families struggling with the impact trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and other mental health disorders can have on the individual, family, and their behaviors.
Renée MacLean
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LADC I
Verified Verified
Newton Highlands, MA 02461 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating Substance Use Disorder (SUD) with 17+ years experience helping people recover from drug and alcohol addiction, along with also treating anxiety, depression and other co-occurring disorders such as Personality Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder.
I specialize in treating Substance Use Disorder (SUD) with 17+ years experience helping people recover from drug and alcohol addiction, along with also treating anxiety, depression and other co-occurring disorders such as Personality Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder.
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I am a Licensed Psychologist, a Clinical Instructor at Harvard Medical School, and an Attending Psychologist at Boston Children's Hospital. I have extensive experience in working with adolescent and young adults utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) treatment interventions in both out-patient and in-patient psychiatric settings. I specialize in understanding healthy childhood development, integrating treatment into family relationships, as well as behavioral and mood disturbances.
I am a Licensed Psychologist, a Clinical Instructor at Harvard Medical School, and an Attending Psychologist at Boston Children's Hospital. I have extensive experience in working with adolescent and young adults utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) treatment interventions in both out-patient and in-patient psychiatric settings. I specialize in understanding healthy childhood development, integrating treatment into family relationships, as well as behavioral and mood disturbances.
My background is in cognitive behavioral therapy, with training in dialectical behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
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.
My background is in cognitive behavioral therapy, with training in dialectical behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
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.
I use a holistic perspective and am proficient in multiple evidenced based modalities including CBT, DBT, Solution focused, MI, and ACT.
Feeling stuck is natural and finding your way out may seem like an impossible goal. I meet clients where they are at building upon their strengths to move forward and achieve greater quality of life. My passion is working with motivated clients managing depressive symptoms, anxious symptoms, issues stemming from trauma, problems with addiction, issues of sexuality and sexual orientation, and challenges related to life transitions. I support individuals with achieving their personal goals. I focus on the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I enjoy working with clients from varied cultures and backgrounds.
I use a holistic perspective and am proficient in multiple evidenced based modalities including CBT, DBT, Solution focused, MI, and ACT.
Feeling stuck is natural and finding your way out may seem like an impossible goal. I meet clients where they are at building upon their strengths to move forward and achieve greater quality of life. My passion is working with motivated clients managing depressive symptoms, anxious symptoms, issues stemming from trauma, problems with addiction, issues of sexuality and sexual orientation, and challenges related to life transitions. I support individuals with achieving their personal goals. I focus on the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I enjoy working with clients from varied cultures and backgrounds.
I draw often from ACT, which helps you become more accepting of yourself and your experiences, as well as CBT, DBT, and similar techniques.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Whether you are working through feelings from a past trauma, navigating a difficult life transition, or distressed by every day worries or fears, you are not alone. My practice is centered on helping adults age 18-65 navigate the challenges of anxiety and related conditions. My number one priority is to offer you a warm, supportive environment to explore your fears, experiences, relationships, thoughts, and feelings. When you are ready, I can offer you suggestions and techniques to help you meet your goals.
I draw often from ACT, which helps you become more accepting of yourself and your experiences, as well as CBT, DBT, and similar techniques.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Whether you are working through feelings from a past trauma, navigating a difficult life transition, or distressed by every day worries or fears, you are not alone. My practice is centered on helping adults age 18-65 navigate the challenges of anxiety and related conditions. My number one priority is to offer you a warm, supportive environment to explore your fears, experiences, relationships, thoughts, and feelings. When you are ready, I can offer you suggestions and techniques to help you meet your goals.
As a thirty year veteran in Clinical Social Work, I worked for many years at the premier Harvard teaching hospital for Psychiatry in Boston.. I am an eclectic therapist. My clinical work is based upon a psychodynamic foundation to which I have integrated Cognitive and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness and Relaxation Training, Family Systems Models and Coaching. In my initial assessment and subsequent work with each individual, I strive to listen as closely as possible to the feeling experience of the client and help each person develop an understanding and perspective of their life experience.
As a thirty year veteran in Clinical Social Work, I worked for many years at the premier Harvard teaching hospital for Psychiatry in Boston.. I am an eclectic therapist. My clinical work is based upon a psychodynamic foundation to which I have integrated Cognitive and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness and Relaxation Training, Family Systems Models and Coaching. In my initial assessment and subsequent work with each individual, I strive to listen as closely as possible to the feeling experience of the client and help each person develop an understanding and perspective of their life experience.
I am also certified in DBT and CBT.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy for adults with problems coping with trauma, perinatal and reproductive mental health, anxiety, relationship issues, and general life stressors. Finding the right therapist can be challenging - and it's important to find the right "match," both in terms of style and specialization. My therapeutic approach is personalized to address each individual's strengths, needs, and goals but grounded in gold standard, empirically-based treatment approaches. I offer free initial phone sessions so that we can discuss your needs and assess this fit.
I am also certified in DBT and CBT.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy for adults with problems coping with trauma, perinatal and reproductive mental health, anxiety, relationship issues, and general life stressors. Finding the right therapist can be challenging - and it's important to find the right "match," both in terms of style and specialization. My therapeutic approach is personalized to address each individual's strengths, needs, and goals but grounded in gold standard, empirically-based treatment approaches. I offer free initial phone sessions so that we can discuss your needs and assess this fit.
At the Mindfulness & Change Group, I specialize in treating adolescents and young adults who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have particular expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and provide both group and individual DBT. With warmth, thoughtfulness, and direction, I help my clients build on their strengths while learning more helpful ways to cope with their difficulties. By identifying the goals that make life worth living for each unique individual and taking the time to understand my clients' struggles, I make therapy safe and validating.
At the Mindfulness & Change Group, I specialize in treating adolescents and young adults who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have particular expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and provide both group and individual DBT. With warmth, thoughtfulness, and direction, I help my clients build on their strengths while learning more helpful ways to cope with their difficulties. By identifying the goals that make life worth living for each unique individual and taking the time to understand my clients' struggles, I make therapy safe and validating.
I integrate treatments that fall under the umbrella of CBT including DBT, mindfulness, & ACT.
Change is hard, but less so with help. I hope I can be your guide through the change process. I am a clinical psychologist trained in CBT. I have a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School and am on staff in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. I run a private practice on Sunday mornings and have intermittent availability during the rest of the week. I am comfortable providing treatment in an individual or family context, whichever better fits your needs. I am results driven, but also warm and sensitive.
I integrate treatments that fall under the umbrella of CBT including DBT, mindfulness, & ACT.
Change is hard, but less so with help. I hope I can be your guide through the change process. I am a clinical psychologist trained in CBT. I have a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School and am on staff in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. I run a private practice on Sunday mornings and have intermittent availability during the rest of the week. I am comfortable providing treatment in an individual or family context, whichever better fits your needs. I am results driven, but also warm and sensitive.
mindfulness, spirituality, to DBT and expressive arts therapies (music, art, sand tray, drama).
As a wounded healer, I have found my own way to sustained recovery and balance through a holistic approach. I understand the therapeutic tools that I use with clients on an intimate level, through both extensive self-application and careful application with others. I have a particular interest in working with people who hear voices, see visions, and have tactile sensations, and who want to make meaning of these experiences and learn to cope if they become distressing. My goal is to help you improve the relationship with your experience to achieve agency, empowerment, and to reduce distress and hopelessness. I work with adults only.
mindfulness, spirituality, to DBT and expressive arts therapies (music, art, sand tray, drama).
As a wounded healer, I have found my own way to sustained recovery and balance through a holistic approach. I understand the therapeutic tools that I use with clients on an intimate level, through both extensive self-application and careful application with others. I have a particular interest in working with people who hear voices, see visions, and have tactile sensations, and who want to make meaning of these experiences and learn to cope if they become distressing. My goal is to help you improve the relationship with your experience to achieve agency, empowerment, and to reduce distress and hopelessness. I work with adults only.
Dr. Alexandra L Vlahakes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
Vlahakes employs evidence-based therapeutic methods, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), relational, and psychodynamic principles.
Alexandra Vlahakes, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Massachusetts. Her specialties include helping adolescents and adults struggling with depression and anxiety, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, bipolar disorder, and people struggling with emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal issues. Dr. Vlahakes takes a particular interest in working with persons struggling with borderline personality, as well as consulting for dissociative disorders. Dr. Vlahakes also provides supervision for license-eligible practitioners as the Director of Clinical Training for Brighter Life Therapy, PLLC.
Vlahakes employs evidence-based therapeutic methods, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), relational, and psychodynamic principles.
Alexandra Vlahakes, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Massachusetts. Her specialties include helping adolescents and adults struggling with depression and anxiety, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, bipolar disorder, and people struggling with emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal issues. Dr. Vlahakes takes a particular interest in working with persons struggling with borderline personality, as well as consulting for dissociative disorders. Dr. Vlahakes also provides supervision for license-eligible practitioners as the Director of Clinical Training for Brighter Life Therapy, PLLC.
In addition, some of the techniques I incorporate into my practice are CBT and DBT techniques.
I treat an array of ages and psychological issues from anxiety disorder to behavioral challenges with children, adolescents and adults. I am processed oriented and offer skill building strategies to enhance self-awareness and foster positive change.
In addition, some of the techniques I incorporate into my practice are CBT and DBT techniques.
I treat an array of ages and psychological issues from anxiety disorder to behavioral challenges with children, adolescents and adults. I am processed oriented and offer skill building strategies to enhance self-awareness and foster positive change.
Ariana Mufson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02458
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I provide psychotherapy for adults with advanced training in anxiety, sex therapy, and women's mental health. I have trained in behavioral therapies (CBT & DBT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy in various settings, including outpatient, partial, and inpatient. I pride myself on using humor and empathy to help clients push through their struggles. I encourage clients to explore their goals for seeking change and support them in finding the motivation, insight and skills to cope.
I provide psychotherapy for adults with advanced training in anxiety, sex therapy, and women's mental health. I have trained in behavioral therapies (CBT & DBT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy in various settings, including outpatient, partial, and inpatient. I pride myself on using humor and empathy to help clients push through their struggles. I encourage clients to explore their goals for seeking change and support them in finding the motivation, insight and skills to cope.
I incorporate different styles of therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I incorporate different styles of therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Suhrida Yadavalli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton Centre, MA 02459
I offer a combination of psychoanalytic and CBT/DBT informed approaches while being mindful of both the universality and cultural individuality of our experiences.
Deciding to see a therapist requires awareness and regard for oneself. I have deep respect for what has brought you here, and this will form the foundation of our work together. Perhaps you seek therapy now because of a crisis that is presenting new challenges or bringing up old, unresolved problems. Or you now feel ready to address a long-standing pattern that has caused much difficulty and pain over time. These burdens may be affecting not only your relationships with others but also how you relate to yourself. My job is to help you expand your capacity for what you can do alone.
I offer a combination of psychoanalytic and CBT/DBT informed approaches while being mindful of both the universality and cultural individuality of our experiences.
Deciding to see a therapist requires awareness and regard for oneself. I have deep respect for what has brought you here, and this will form the foundation of our work together. Perhaps you seek therapy now because of a crisis that is presenting new challenges or bringing up old, unresolved problems. Or you now feel ready to address a long-standing pattern that has caused much difficulty and pain over time. These burdens may be affecting not only your relationships with others but also how you relate to yourself. My job is to help you expand your capacity for what you can do alone.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.