In Person Therapists in Newton, MA

I've practiced psychotherapy for over thirty-five years. Currently I work both with individual adults and with couples. When you first meet with me, I will want to understand what brings you to therapy. My style is interactive, and I believe that it is through the safety of the therapeutic relationship, that goals can be met and change can occur. Though trained psychodynamically, I am comfortable working in a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities. When long-term yearnings go unfulfilled, when we encounter inevitable disappointments; when life jolts us internally or externally; when relationships seem difficult, therapy can be enormously helpful.

My practice has primarily lended itself to the treatment of Eating disorders, and other co-occurring struggles such as OCD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders that are commonly associated with this illness. Currently, I also work in a University setting with both undergrad and grad students, but in the past was the Clinical Director of both an Inpatient Eating Disorder Unit and a Psychiatric Unit. These experiences have provided me with the background of treating adolescents, young adults/adults, and families from all different backgrounds.

I am a warm, engaging, interactive therapist. People tend to suffer alone with Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Distress, Eating Disorders, Grief over loss & Life Transition Complexities. We are all met with obstacles, unexpected curve-balls and difficult life challenges. I specialize in working with young adults who feel unprepared to deal with transitions to college, first jobs, relationships & sexual identity. Navigating necessary changes in family dynamics can be especially complicated as young adult separate and create space to develop and decide for themselves what their independent adult life will look like.

I am pleased to meet you! As a clinician, I believe in working in the strengths based and person centered model. This is your valuable time, and I hope to help guide you through this journey. I have experience with diverse cultural and social backgrounds with depression, anxiety, difficulties with life transitions and trauma.  I aim to help you with your goals to better improve your quality of life. I received my Masters in Social work at Wheelock College. Also, I currently am a Director of Social Services for a nursing facility providing case management, medical social work, and advocating rights for the elderly population.

As a dedicated and compassionate licensed mental health counselor, I am committed to meeting individuals and couples where they are on their journey to healing within a safe and supportive environment, as well as fostering a space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make positive changes. My approach to therapy is integrative; and with a strong foundation in evidence-based practices, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices, I strive to empower individuals to help themselves achieve positive changes in their lives.

Often life becomes challenging and stressful. You may react in anger, anxiety or depression, all of which, affect your work and relationships. Insight, mindfulness, and meditative, centering and energy techniques help resolve these conflicts. Clarity, focus and inner peace occurs. Dr. Melissa Lowe can assist you in discovering the underlying reasons, reveal conflicting patterns, and help to transform conflicts into positive results with meditation and energy work. This process is life-altering. Your relationships become more intimate and creativity increases in your work. Call or email to schedule an appointment.

I help girls learn to manage their mind (their way of thinking) so they can manage stress and anxious feelings; Understand their thoughts and emotions, then develop skills to make those thoughts and emotions productive; Decode friendships, relationships, and other tricky social situations at school and home; Build self-esteem with guided introspection; Address body image and lifestyle choices; And face whatever challenges life throws at them.

No one is born a parent. Parenting, and especially co-parenting, can be even more challenging when partners disagree, or when larger issues about the marriage or a divorce arise. I help parents understand how to be the best mothers and fathers they can be for their children, and how to work together to support them even under difficult circumstances. I also work directly with couples and families experiencing conflict (together or as individuals), and can provide divorce and family mediation when needed.

Psychotherapy is for anyone who wants to make improvements in his/her life. I work with people to free their creative energy to live satisfying lives by resolving blocks caused by unconscious processes that create emotional suffering. It is important to find the approach that is right for you and the person to work with who is right for you. My approach to psychotherapy is pragmatic and flexible. I have an abiding interest in how our minds work and how to improve the quality of our lives.

I help clients struggling with various depressive and anxiety disorders, problems with self esteem and relationships and issues of self esteem, grief and possible substance abuse. They may have feelings of hopelessness and lack of energy or interest in anything. They may have panic attacks and feel distressed by feelings that something bad will happen. They may have problems with relationships and having a positive future outlook. They have goals of wanting to feel better and have a more positive outlook on the future. They want motivation to get things done and progress beyond their fears and be productive.

***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS, PLEASE EMAIL FIRST BEFORE CALLING*** My work with clients focuses on collaborative, strength-focused, narrative work that is client centered and driven. I believe that we are the expert of our own life story and experience, and have the ability and strength to grow and change. In my work, I utilize my training and knowledge to help my clients capture that strength and use it to address the issues that they are facing in a manner that is reflective, thoughtful and promotes long term change. This is all within an unconditionally supportive, safe, non-judgmental and empowering environment.

Wineman Associates, LLC offers both neuropsychological assessment (Pamela Wineman, Ph.D.) and therapeutic services (Andrew Wineman, Psy.D.) for our clients. Whether pursuing testing to learn more about yourself or your child, or engaging in treatment to better understand and manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, our holistic and comprehensive approach will serve to support you on this journey. For neuropsychological assessments, the testing batteries are custom built and may include cognitive, academic, executive function, language, and social-emotional measures.

I enthusiastically approach your therapy with a high level of skill and spirit of optimism. I have been fortunate to enjoy over 25 years practicing and teaching the art and science of therapy with issues related to ADHD, depression, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, learning disabilities, family conflict, and relationship challenges. I specialize in helping you envision and to live a more satisfying life. Our work benefits from my advanced training in psychodynamic, somatic, hypnosis, psychedelic-assisted, EMDR, Cognitive-behavioral, and other therapies that enable us to work through barriers that block your healing and growth.

We all lose our way sometimes and I believe that seeking help when we are facing life's many challenges, is an act of courage. It is very important to feel a connection with the therapist that you choose. My approach is warm, caring and interactive. I create a non-judgmental and supportive environment for you to explore and heal while also challenging and engaging you to help you achieve your goals.

I believe that therapy is most effective when there is a warm, supportive relationship between the therapist and child or teen. Does your child suffer from anxiety, trouble getting along with peers, depression, or behavioral problems? Therapy can help you child strengthen and learn new skills to address these concerns.

Trained as a Clinical Psychologist in Sydney, Australia, I have over 26 years of experience in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and now work as a Mental Health Counselor in Boston. My primary goal is to create a safe therapeutic space that promotes growth by helping you alleviate your presenting issues and reach an understanding of how to resolve the complexities of emotional distress. Together we embark on finding meaning of why you might be struggling, identify unhelpful ways of thinking and how this interferes with your ability to work or study, its impact on your relationships and coping capacity with day-to-day challenges.

Arpeggio Therapy offers combined music therapy and psychotherapy sessions in a private office practice. Aly Strzalka is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC). She has 8 years of clinical experience treating clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Her approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Music Therapy to address anxiety, low mood, body image, and trauma. Arpeggio Therapy is conveniently located in Newton Center, MA.

Most people experience challenging times in life, during which they need both empathy and expertise to develop the skills to cope with difficult emotions. My role, as a licensed clinical psychologist, is to provide understanding and support, to be an emotional resource, and to create a space to problem solve. If you or your child is feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or in need of self-focus, seeking support is a proactive and positive step.

The Center for Pediatric Neurodiversity specializes in neuropsychological assessments and therapy for children, promoting well-being through individualized care. CFPN specializes in the assessment of Autism, ADHD, and other developmental/learning concerns for kids ages 2-18. We pair traditional neuropsychological evaluation with on-site observation such as school, home, or other activities. We also rely on extensive communication with other people in your child’s life such as teachers, friends, and family, to enrich our understanding of your child in different contexts. Currently booking assessments in Oct/Nov 2024.