Women's Issues Therapists in Norwood, MA

Are you feeling stuck in difficult relationship patterns? Do you feel like your past trauma is impacting your present? Do you need support in dealing with difficult family dynamics? Are you a new parent and feeling triggered as you reflect on your own childhood? Are you struggling to maintain a work life balance? These are some of the challenges many of my clients bring to me in an effort to make positive change in their lives. Being a part of your journey of personal growth would be an honor.

Talking with a compassionate person to identify key themes that are causing you pain can help you achieve the health you desire. Too often we feel stuck and alone with problems that seem unmanageable. With the right therapist, one learns to move beyond what is standing in the way of a more fulfilling life. Whether your struggles are with yourself, relationship, children or a situation we work together to create a more meaningful life.

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or stuck? As a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with people across the lifespan I specialize in helping people navigate all kinds of life challenges to cultivate greater well-being. With expertise in mind-body modalities and mindfulness, CBT, positive psychology and polyvagal-informed practices, I emphasize a collaborative and strength-based approach to help you develop a toolkit for resilience and well-being. I don't just treat your symptoms but focus on whole person health and wellness to help tap your innate capacity for healing and growth.

When we face difficulties, it can be helpful to organize our thoughts and feelings and understand our behaviors in order to facilitate meaningful change. Whether you are going through a life transition, navigating difficulties related to past traumas, enduring interpersonal difficulties, experiencing a loss, suffering from mental health symptoms, or in need of some support, it can be helpful to work with a mental health professional.

Hello, I am Brandy Allen, LICSW, a dynamic psychotherapist with several years of experience working in healthcare and community settings. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Psychology from Howard University and a Master’s of Clinical Social Work degree from Boston University. I am currently pursuing a Doctorate in Social Work from Simmons University. Through clinical and administrative roles, I have provided care to a vast population of underserved individuals from diverse backgrounds experiencing social, intellectual, emotional and mental health challenges.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and provide individual therapy with clients in a collaborative way. I see clients from teen through adulthood. I have an interest in working with older adolescents/young adults. I worked for over a decade with transitional age youth in residential setting navigating trauma, life transitions, social stressors and boundary setting. Some other areas of specialty are: Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD/Trauma, Grief/Loss, Parenting, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, and Women's Health.

Boston Group Therapy offers a variety of counseling, coaching and consultation services, including individual psychotherapy for adults and adolescents, as well as family and couples counseling. By understanding what causes stress and what is holding us back from living a more fullfilling life we can take the proper course of action for ourselves and our loved ones.

Robin holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and Addiction. She works with people coping with substance use, addiction, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, adjustment to life transitions, and issues related to physical health. She specializes in addiction treatment and women’s health and empowerment. Robin will work with and support caregivers and families with members struggling with addiction.

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.

If you are ready to take the next step on your journey whether it's dealing with anxiety or depression, family issues,overcoming a loss, or making important decisions about your future, I will help guide you through your process. Together we will examine your concerns, your fears and your hopes and map out a plan to get you there. As a Psychologist I will work with you on many levels with compassion and respect. Also, if you have questions about your relationships with peers or family members, divorce, creative endeavors, children or elderly parents, I look forward to helping you.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Allied Behavioral Healthcare, a group psychology practice offering evidenced based treatment for children, adolescents and adults. Through training in hospitals, school settings and outpatient behavioral health clinics, I have worked extensively with adults and children with complex presentations related to early attachment, familial and relational trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and separation anxiety, ADHD and executive dysfunction, social anxiety, mood disorders, grief, loss, chronic illness and adjustment issues involving some of life's hardest circumstances.

Overwhelmed by workplace challenges and family demands? Overwrought over disappointing relationships? Overextended and unable to find a way to bring balance to your life? A new perspective, new insights, can overcome some of these negative 'overs', and I believe that, as an empathic and well-trained therapist, I may well be able to help.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and hope to provide care in a setting that feels safe, supportive, and non-judgmental as you explore your story, emotions, and behaviors. I hope to meet you where you are and build a therapeutic alliance based on mutual trust and respect in order to help you feel confident and empowered in your journey toward healing, growth and change. Some of my clinical interests include mood, adjustment, and anxiety disorders, trauma, and women’s mental health. I also work closely with pregnant and postpartum women.

I work with clients who are experiencing addiction issues or are in recovery.. I work with Law Enforcement who have issues related to job stress, trauma issues or substance use. I provide individual, family and group therapy. I am experienced in working with clients who are having issues related to childhood trauma, addiction in the family, depression, ADHD,anxiety and relationship issues. My clients are usually motivated to make some changes in their lives. I am warm but direct. I have worked at McLean Hospital for 20 years. My practice locations are Belmont and Norwood.

My approach to therapy is a collaborative style that is tailored to your unique needs. I bring compassion, patience, and humor to the process as we explore what may be interfering with your goals. I feel privileged to hear life's stories and to help you navigate and make sense of them. Together, let's build on your strengths so you can be empowered to be your best self.

Through years of home and community-based mental health experience, I've developed a passion for helping children, adolescents, and adults deepen their connections to others and to themselves. As a former clinician in early intervention, I've worked closely with clients facing peri- and postnatal mood and anxiety symptoms, those impacted by NICU journeys, trauma and loss, neurodiversity, complex medical conditions, new or chronic mental health symptoms, ADHD and attachment disruptions. For adults and parents, children and teens, I bring a warm, collaborative and client-centered approach to therapy.

Whether clients are facing new stressors that impact their mood, relationships or behavior or they're struggling with long-standing concerns from childhood development, their family history or traumatic loss, I understand the isolation these challenges can bring and the difficulty that comes with processing and adjustment. For you and your relationships or for your child and family, beginning the journey toward change can be hard and overwhelming. Through a warm and collaborative approach, my work is focused on supporting clients as they begin and continue on their journey to develop new ways of thinking, feeling and relating.

I have experience conducting individual and family therapy with clients presenting with a broad range and severity of clinical issues. I have had the most experience working with those struggling with alcohol and drug addiction, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety, depression, teen/young adult concerns and various mood disorders. I have learned that people want someone to really hear them and respond with authenticity and compassion. Therapy can be a challenging journey, and it is my goal to help navigate you through the process every step of the way.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who provides a supportive, safe and collaborative working environment. We will work to understand how past events may correlate with your current perceptions, and how present experiences may shape your thoughts, feelings and behavior. I have experience working with adults and young adults to improve varying degrees of anxiety, depression, and mood presentations. I help clients enhance their self-esteem, communication, boundary-making, interpersonal skills and coping strategies. I am an active listener who challenges unhelpful self narratives to make way for productive ones.