Narrative Therapists in Newton, MA
I provide multiple modalities including but not limited to play therapy, creative arts therapy, and narrative therapy.
I am a compassionate, warm, and collaborative psychotherapist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals and families who struggle with a variety of difficulties. My areas of clinical interest include, but are not limited to: working with at-risk youth; those who have experienced trauma; adults managing difficult relationships; those who want to gain more clarity and awareness of their own challenges; and clients experiencing anxiety, depression, identity development issues, sexual orientation exploration, relationship challenges, self-esteem difficulties, and behavioral problems.
I provide multiple modalities including but not limited to play therapy, creative arts therapy, and narrative therapy.
I am a compassionate, warm, and collaborative psychotherapist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals and families who struggle with a variety of difficulties. My areas of clinical interest include, but are not limited to: working with at-risk youth; those who have experienced trauma; adults managing difficult relationships; those who want to gain more clarity and awareness of their own challenges; and clients experiencing anxiety, depression, identity development issues, sexual orientation exploration, relationship challenges, self-esteem difficulties, and behavioral problems.
I utilize components of Narrative Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and my approach is always open ended and can be tailored to meet the needs of each individual client.
Wonderful to meet you! As a clinician, I am a firm believer in client focused therapy. I know that coming to therapy is a very vulnerable experience and I hope to work with you through identifying and utilizing the skills that you already have! I am a firm believer in the idea that we are all our own experts of our own story and that is the role of the clinician to guide the client through mastering their own journey. I received a BSW from Wheelock College and then MSW at Boston College. I have 7+ years of experience supporting children, adolescents, parents, and families.
I utilize components of Narrative Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and my approach is always open ended and can be tailored to meet the needs of each individual client.
Wonderful to meet you! As a clinician, I am a firm believer in client focused therapy. I know that coming to therapy is a very vulnerable experience and I hope to work with you through identifying and utilizing the skills that you already have! I am a firm believer in the idea that we are all our own experts of our own story and that is the role of the clinician to guide the client through mastering their own journey. I received a BSW from Wheelock College and then MSW at Boston College. I have 7+ years of experience supporting children, adolescents, parents, and families.
***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.
***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.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Marie Palmier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459 (Online Only)
I use several therapeutic approaches based on individual needs: CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy for improved emotional functioning.
My specialty is working with adults of all ages facing Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Divorce, Grief & Loss, Chronic/Terminal illness, Addiction. Each individual has their own story and unique needs. I take a person-centered authentic therapeutic approach to help you step towards your preferred life at your own pace, always focusing on what is most important to you. I have valuable experience working in mental health at leading Boston hospitals and I'm currently on staff at Mass General Brigham providing outpatient psychotherapy. I also work with adults in my private psychotherapy practice and offer online therapy sessions.
I use several therapeutic approaches based on individual needs: CBT, DBT, ACT, EFT, Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy for improved emotional functioning.
My specialty is working with adults of all ages facing Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Divorce, Grief & Loss, Chronic/Terminal illness, Addiction. Each individual has their own story and unique needs. I take a person-centered authentic therapeutic approach to help you step towards your preferred life at your own pace, always focusing on what is most important to you. I have valuable experience working in mental health at leading Boston hospitals and I'm currently on staff at Mass General Brigham providing outpatient psychotherapy. I also work with adults in my private psychotherapy practice and offer online therapy sessions.
Pearl C. Weggler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
I use different therapy techniques, including Internal Family Systems and Narrative Therapy, to tailor my approach to your unique needs and strengths.
Navigating your identities, relationships, emotions, and family dynamics can be challenging and overwhelming. I'm here to support you through these complexities, offering a safe and understanding space where you can explore who you are and what you need. As a queer and trans clinician, I bring both my lived and professional experience to our work and see myself as a guide who can help individuals gain clarity and insight into who they are and want to become. I will meet you where you are and focus on building a strong, supportive relationship with you, putting your needs and experiences at the center of our work together.
I use different therapy techniques, including Internal Family Systems and Narrative Therapy, to tailor my approach to your unique needs and strengths.
Navigating your identities, relationships, emotions, and family dynamics can be challenging and overwhelming. I'm here to support you through these complexities, offering a safe and understanding space where you can explore who you are and what you need. As a queer and trans clinician, I bring both my lived and professional experience to our work and see myself as a guide who can help individuals gain clarity and insight into who they are and want to become. I will meet you where you are and focus on building a strong, supportive relationship with you, putting your needs and experiences at the center of our work together.
JB Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465 (Online Only)
I utilized an eclectic therapy style to meet clients where they are, integrating solution-focused behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, liberation health model, dialectical behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am passionate about intersectional mental health and empower marginalized communities. I prioritize working with black and brown communities , LGBTQIA+ communities, and individuals who exist at the intersection of these identities.
I utilized an eclectic therapy style to meet clients where they are, integrating solution-focused behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, liberation health model, dialectical behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am passionate about intersectional mental health and empower marginalized communities. I prioritize working with black and brown communities , LGBTQIA+ communities, and individuals who exist at the intersection of these identities.
Ben Krasnick Counseling, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02466 (Online Only)
These include strengths-based, solution-focused, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy strategies, adapted with direct input from clients.
Are you struggling to cope with a variety of life's problems including challenges at home, school, relationships, family and work? Have these struggles brought around depression, anxiety, stress, anger, or trauma? Are you looking for more happiness, peace, contentment, and strength? I specialize in the treatment of adults working to change their relationships to problems by developing tools to make lasting change.
These include strengths-based, solution-focused, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy strategies, adapted with direct input from clients.
Are you struggling to cope with a variety of life's problems including challenges at home, school, relationships, family and work? Have these struggles brought around depression, anxiety, stress, anger, or trauma? Are you looking for more happiness, peace, contentment, and strength? I specialize in the treatment of adults working to change their relationships to problems by developing tools to make lasting change.
Be Known Wellness Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02458
Certified in CBT, DBT, and Trauma therapies, with extensive training in somatics, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, Enneagram, and neuroscience.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, and tired of the cycles you're in? Do you know you're enough and that you matter, but don't feel that way? Perhaps you want better for yourself yet feel overwhelmed. With vulnerable self work you can reach who you are meant to be. You can heal, transforming the way you show up for yourself and others. If you're seeking a nurturing environment to be seen, heard, and known, reach out. Be Known Wellness Group's therapeutic approach is thoughtfully tailored to empower you to build resilience and discover a deeper connection with yourself and others, ultimately leading to a more authentic and healthier life.
Certified in CBT, DBT, and Trauma therapies, with extensive training in somatics, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, Enneagram, and neuroscience.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, and tired of the cycles you're in? Do you know you're enough and that you matter, but don't feel that way? Perhaps you want better for yourself yet feel overwhelmed. With vulnerable self work you can reach who you are meant to be. You can heal, transforming the way you show up for yourself and others. If you're seeking a nurturing environment to be seen, heard, and known, reach out. Be Known Wellness Group's therapeutic approach is thoughtfully tailored to empower you to build resilience and discover a deeper connection with yourself and others, ultimately leading to a more authentic and healthier life.
I mainly employ Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, and Narrative therapy.
Currently accepting new patients in person and online- Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, out of control, or unable to communicate? In my work I meet with adolescents, adults, young adults, and couples. Together we work towards addressing whatever challenges you are facing, including anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and trauma. You are the expert in your own life, and working together we will find solutions to challenges, inspire hope, find humor, and gain a deeper understanding of what brings you joy.
I mainly employ Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, and Narrative therapy.
Currently accepting new patients in person and online- Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, out of control, or unable to communicate? In my work I meet with adolescents, adults, young adults, and couples. Together we work towards addressing whatever challenges you are facing, including anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and trauma. You are the expert in your own life, and working together we will find solutions to challenges, inspire hope, find humor, and gain a deeper understanding of what brings you joy.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
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For each unique person or couple I work with, I weave together behavioral (DBT, CBT, ACT), narrative and somatic (Gestalt, Somatic Experiencing) approaches to shape our work specifically to you.
<- New sessions available mornings & evenings - New couples welcome -> Are you living with challenging routines? Having the same fight over and over or the same negative self-thoughts every night? Often, these painful patterns came out of initial attempts to help care for yourself or your relationship. My goal is to support you to explore how these patterns influence your life today and then to continue the parts that serve you and to change the ones that don’t. You may build new boundaries, find ways to quiet shame and shape new narratives of possibility to find the growth you're looking for.
For each unique person or couple I work with, I weave together behavioral (DBT, CBT, ACT), narrative and somatic (Gestalt, Somatic Experiencing) approaches to shape our work specifically to you.
<- New sessions available mornings & evenings - New couples welcome -> Are you living with challenging routines? Having the same fight over and over or the same negative self-thoughts every night? Often, these painful patterns came out of initial attempts to help care for yourself or your relationship. My goal is to support you to explore how these patterns influence your life today and then to continue the parts that serve you and to change the ones that don’t. You may build new boundaries, find ways to quiet shame and shape new narratives of possibility to find the growth you're looking for.
Avital Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02459 (Online Only)
My modalities for treatment include: Brainspotting, Imago, Narrative Therapy, Talk Therapy, Grief and Loss Therapy, and more.
When life changes happen unexpectedly, it can be hard to reach out for support. It's important to me to be a safe space for those experiencing any range of life shifts, including: personal and relational roadblocks, sexuality issues, life transitions, trauma and grief and loss. I strive to meet my clients where they are, and adapt to their individual needs and framework. I work from a person-centered/ trauma-informed lens, and use strengths-based perspective, mindfulness, and humanistic therapies. I hope to work together to create new patterns of thinking to guide you towards the personal, and professional goals you wish to achieve.
My modalities for treatment include: Brainspotting, Imago, Narrative Therapy, Talk Therapy, Grief and Loss Therapy, and more.
When life changes happen unexpectedly, it can be hard to reach out for support. It's important to me to be a safe space for those experiencing any range of life shifts, including: personal and relational roadblocks, sexuality issues, life transitions, trauma and grief and loss. I strive to meet my clients where they are, and adapt to their individual needs and framework. I work from a person-centered/ trauma-informed lens, and use strengths-based perspective, mindfulness, and humanistic therapies. I hope to work together to create new patterns of thinking to guide you towards the personal, and professional goals you wish to achieve.
I come from a strengths-based perspective and blend psychodynamic techniques, CBT, ACT, IFS, narrative and solution-focused therapy.
I believe that moments of transition provide powerful opportunities to examine and understand why and who we are, what we can do to accept ourselves while making the changes we want to see. Whether that transition is around perinatal experiences, employment, relationship challenges, or any other way our identity changes over time, it is my privilege to help people come through feeling healthier and stronger than they did before. I firmly believe that everyone that I work with has the power to be who and what they want to be. My job is simply to help them find their way.
I come from a strengths-based perspective and blend psychodynamic techniques, CBT, ACT, IFS, narrative and solution-focused therapy.
I believe that moments of transition provide powerful opportunities to examine and understand why and who we are, what we can do to accept ourselves while making the changes we want to see. Whether that transition is around perinatal experiences, employment, relationship challenges, or any other way our identity changes over time, it is my privilege to help people come through feeling healthier and stronger than they did before. I firmly believe that everyone that I work with has the power to be who and what they want to be. My job is simply to help them find their way.
I provide trauma-informed, psychodynamic, and narrative psychotherapy to adults and adolescents.
I believe all individuals are capable of healing and growth. Having a safe, trusting relationship with a therapist can be an important part of that process. In my practice, I aim to create an open space for us to work towards your goals while allowing you to feel heard, cared for, and accepted.
I provide trauma-informed, psychodynamic, and narrative psychotherapy to adults and adolescents.
I believe all individuals are capable of healing and growth. Having a safe, trusting relationship with a therapist can be an important part of that process. In my practice, I aim to create an open space for us to work towards your goals while allowing you to feel heard, cared for, and accepted.
Eric Knee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456 (Online Only)
My clinical style is active and collaborative and is rooted in CBT, Narrative, and Solution Focused Therapies.
Imagine beginning every day feeling energized, confident and ready to take on whatever comes your way. You might feel better about your progress with life goals, be able create meaningful and close relationships, maintain healthier habits, and have a regular sense of pride and accomplishment. You know you have so much potential, but may not know exactly how to reach it. I hope to join you on your journey by providing you with an emotionally safe space where you are able to authentically express yourself as well as feel supported and not judged.
My clinical style is active and collaborative and is rooted in CBT, Narrative, and Solution Focused Therapies.
Imagine beginning every day feeling energized, confident and ready to take on whatever comes your way. You might feel better about your progress with life goals, be able create meaningful and close relationships, maintain healthier habits, and have a regular sense of pride and accomplishment. You know you have so much potential, but may not know exactly how to reach it. I hope to join you on your journey by providing you with an emotionally safe space where you are able to authentically express yourself as well as feel supported and not judged.
For my work with individuals, I use psychodynamic and narrative therapies as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I love helping clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or trauma become “unstuck.” In my therapy space, I strive to create a supportive environment for people to explore their emotions – and the experiences that shaped those emotions. With individuals, couples, and families, I work collaboratively to understand how previous dynamics, especially with families of origin, contribute to their current thoughts and coping skills. When clients understand how their past relationships influence their current selves, they are better able to build new futures, with greater self-acceptance, growth, new skills, and overall happiness.
For my work with individuals, I use psychodynamic and narrative therapies as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I love helping clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or trauma become “unstuck.” In my therapy space, I strive to create a supportive environment for people to explore their emotions – and the experiences that shaped those emotions. With individuals, couples, and families, I work collaboratively to understand how previous dynamics, especially with families of origin, contribute to their current thoughts and coping skills. When clients understand how their past relationships influence their current selves, they are better able to build new futures, with greater self-acceptance, growth, new skills, and overall happiness.
Robin Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464 (Online Only)
Have your problems started feeling so big that they seem to be defining who you are? I bring a playful and curious stance to challenge the idea that you have become your problems, so that you can get some space from the issues bothering you. I work from a narrative perspective to explore with you how stories in our lives impact us in ways we may not always be aware of. I value you as the expert in your own life, and recognize that you already have access to resources and tools that will you help you move forward with confidence and resilience in spite of the current challenges you face.
Have your problems started feeling so big that they seem to be defining who you are? I bring a playful and curious stance to challenge the idea that you have become your problems, so that you can get some space from the issues bothering you. I work from a narrative perspective to explore with you how stories in our lives impact us in ways we may not always be aware of. I value you as the expert in your own life, and recognize that you already have access to resources and tools that will you help you move forward with confidence and resilience in spite of the current challenges you face.
Elliott Kronenfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW, MSW, MS, CSTS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
I am a certified sex therapist who is licensed in NH, ME, and MA, and specialize in therapies for individuals and couples that are dealing with issues that inhibit future growth and happiness. As the author of Couples by Intention: Creating and Cultivating Relationships That Matter!, specialties include sex/intimacy, infidelity recovery, infertility, Surrogacy/Adoption, life transitions/personal growth, men's issues, and sexual minorities' concerns. My approach is solution focused, varied and includes a strength based perspective. Narrative therapy, CBT and interpersonal methods are often used.
I am a certified sex therapist who is licensed in NH, ME, and MA, and specialize in therapies for individuals and couples that are dealing with issues that inhibit future growth and happiness. As the author of Couples by Intention: Creating and Cultivating Relationships That Matter!, specialties include sex/intimacy, infidelity recovery, infertility, Surrogacy/Adoption, life transitions/personal growth, men's issues, and sexual minorities' concerns. My approach is solution focused, varied and includes a strength based perspective. Narrative therapy, CBT and interpersonal methods are often used.
Arpeggio Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459
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.
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.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.