Feminist Therapists in Revere, MA

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Taylor lamberta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Revere, MA 02151  (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who understands that while sessions are for sharing and learning, most of the transformation happens outside of the counseling session by doing the work. Ingredients that help facilitate change are self-compassion with time and repetition, challenging thoughts, breaking old patterns and patience with these practices. I love working with clients who have come to recognize that their current responses are not providing them with their desired outcomes and so they are willing to try new approaches.
My ideal client is someone who understands that while sessions are for sharing and learning, most of the transformation happens outside of the counseling session by doing the work. Ingredients that help facilitate change are self-compassion with time and repetition, challenging thoughts, breaking old patterns and patience with these practices. I love working with clients who have come to recognize that their current responses are not providing them with their desired outcomes and so they are willing to try new approaches.
(781) 868-4436 View (781) 868-4436
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Marcia Weiss
EdM, BCC
Verified Verified
Revere, MA 02151
At Collaborative Psychotherapy, "therapy" is for enhancing your quality of life. We collaborate to build your confidence, communication and relationships and reduce anxiety, depression and stress. We improve job, career, business and family conflicts. Our focus is on your greater personal growth and change to help you improve your health, happiness and success. Get at the core of your issues to improve life. Special focus on CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, leaders, managers, artists and writers, retirees/ pre-retirees, and Millennials. Sensitive to the needs and experiences of people from diverse backgrounds.
At Collaborative Psychotherapy, "therapy" is for enhancing your quality of life. We collaborate to build your confidence, communication and relationships and reduce anxiety, depression and stress. We improve job, career, business and family conflicts. Our focus is on your greater personal growth and change to help you improve your health, happiness and success. Get at the core of your issues to improve life. Special focus on CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, leaders, managers, artists and writers, retirees/ pre-retirees, and Millennials. Sensitive to the needs and experiences of people from diverse backgrounds.
(617) 454-4221 View (617) 454-4221
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Heather Alexandre
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Revere, MA 02151
Heather Alexandre is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults to resolve challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, grief and loss, and school/work adjustment. For the last 15 years, she worked with chronically ill children on an inpatient unit. In addition, she has worked in a preschool setting, tutored children, and led small community-based child development classes. Heather has also run parenting support groups and supported new mothers during postpartum.
Heather Alexandre is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults to resolve challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, grief and loss, and school/work adjustment. For the last 15 years, she worked with chronically ill children on an inpatient unit. In addition, she has worked in a preschool setting, tutored children, and led small community-based child development classes. Heather has also run parenting support groups and supported new mothers during postpartum.
(978) 440-1902 View (978) 440-1902
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Albert Tecci
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Revere, MA 02151
Not accepting new clients
I believe that the success of therapy is based on the strength of the relationships. I try to create a safe space free of judgement that can allow for that relationship to grow. My hope is that I can help individuals and families explore their understanding and meaning of the problems that they experience. I also hope to give more voice to the values and strengths that run counter to those problems and closer to the preferred path of families and individuals.
I believe that the success of therapy is based on the strength of the relationships. I try to create a safe space free of judgement that can allow for that relationship to grow. My hope is that I can help individuals and families explore their understanding and meaning of the problems that they experience. I also hope to give more voice to the values and strengths that run counter to those problems and closer to the preferred path of families and individuals.
(781) 318-8509 View (781) 318-8509

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Luana Bessa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110  (Online Only)
I draw from a number of approaches to help my clients reach their goals including mindfulness, attachment theory, cognitive behavioral elements, feminist theory, social justice, and a holistic strengths-based perspective.
I specialize in treating trauma and relationship concerns. I support individuals with attachment trauma or painful past experiences that continue to impact their current lives, getting in the way of feeling grounded, connected, and vibrant. I also support couples, relationship partners, and adult family members to engage more effectively, sustainably, and lovingly with each other. I engage with clients as whole people and explore their concerns in the context of identities and experiences that matter to them. With that in mind, I invite them to build awareness and skills that will help them thrive rather than tread water.
I draw from a number of approaches to help my clients reach their goals including mindfulness, attachment theory, cognitive behavioral elements, feminist theory, social justice, and a holistic strengths-based perspective.
I specialize in treating trauma and relationship concerns. I support individuals with attachment trauma or painful past experiences that continue to impact their current lives, getting in the way of feeling grounded, connected, and vibrant. I also support couples, relationship partners, and adult family members to engage more effectively, sustainably, and lovingly with each other. I engage with clients as whole people and explore their concerns in the context of identities and experiences that matter to them. With that in mind, I invite them to build awareness and skills that will help them thrive rather than tread water.
(857) 214-8722 View (857) 214-8722
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Kelsey Kehoe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic and relational theories while integrating principles from liberation and feminist psychologies and emotion-focused, mindfulness, and acceptance-based interventions. I seek to understand how clients view themselves in relation to their social and cultural contexts. I strive to co-create an affirming and authentic space with clients by meeting them where they are at and seeking to understand what healing looks like for them at this point in their lives.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic and relational theories while integrating principles from liberation and feminist psychologies and emotion-focused, mindfulness, and acceptance-based interventions. I seek to understand how clients view themselves in relation to their social and cultural contexts. I strive to co-create an affirming and authentic space with clients by meeting them where they are at and seeking to understand what healing looks like for them at this point in their lives.
(508) 978-6724 View (508) 978-6724
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Ashley Logan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
My therapeutic orientation is guided by psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational approaches, and founded on a strengths-based model, which emphasizes that each person is the expert of their own story. My style is compassionate, empowering, and accessible, and I focus on meeting people where they are. I draw on a range of modalities including narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Liberation Health, and motivational interviewing. My clinical approach is trauma-informed and collaborative, with a queer, feminist, and anti-oppressive lens.
My therapeutic orientation is guided by psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational approaches, and founded on a strengths-based model, which emphasizes that each person is the expert of their own story. My style is compassionate, empowering, and accessible, and I focus on meeting people where they are. I draw on a range of modalities including narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Liberation Health, and motivational interviewing. My clinical approach is trauma-informed and collaborative, with a queer, feminist, and anti-oppressive lens.
(508) 593-9853 View (508) 593-9853
Anna Yerang Lee
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109  (Online Only)
I am a psychologist and received Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Boston University. I have a special interest in working with adults with marginalized identities including race, ethnicity, abilities/disabilities, gender, sexuality, religion, and socioeconomic status. My therapeutic approach includes cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and feminist theories as well as social justice approach. I would be happy to speak Korean in sessions with clients who prefers to speak the language.
I am a psychologist and received Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Boston University. I have a special interest in working with adults with marginalized identities including race, ethnicity, abilities/disabilities, gender, sexuality, religion, and socioeconomic status. My therapeutic approach includes cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and feminist theories as well as social justice approach. I would be happy to speak Korean in sessions with clients who prefers to speak the language.
(857) 466-1205 View (857) 466-1205
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Dillon Lutes, The Therapy Space, LLC
Counselor, Dillon , Lutes, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02114  (Online Only)
In session, I draw from an eclectic blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Humanistic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Feminist Therapy.
Whether you are facing in-the-moment or long term concerns, therapy provides a unique and professional third-party perspective. I believe difficult times, if processed in a healthy way, can lead to greater resilience and tranquility. I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD. As a queer therapist, I am also an impassioned supporter of assisting LGBTQIA+ clients regarding the internal and societal difficulties they may face.
In session, I draw from an eclectic blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Humanistic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Feminist Therapy.
Whether you are facing in-the-moment or long term concerns, therapy provides a unique and professional third-party perspective. I believe difficult times, if processed in a healthy way, can lead to greater resilience and tranquility. I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD. As a queer therapist, I am also an impassioned supporter of assisting LGBTQIA+ clients regarding the internal and societal difficulties they may face.
(781) 650-4129 View (781) 650-4129
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Sam Pranger Silvaine
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130  (Online Only)
I pull from feminist and queer theories to inform a more expansive view of intimate relationship.
I’m Sam, and I’m a relationship therapist. I believe healthy relationships are an essential pathway to individual and collective healing. In our work together, we will identify some of your core relationship patterns and find their origins, often stemming from your childhood. I’ll help you become more aware of your individual thoughts, feelings, and underlying motives in your relationship so that you can learn to understand and take responsibility for the impacts of your behaviors on each other. Ultimately, I hope to help you find ways to care for each other that feel nourishing, consensual, and interdependent.
I pull from feminist and queer theories to inform a more expansive view of intimate relationship.
I’m Sam, and I’m a relationship therapist. I believe healthy relationships are an essential pathway to individual and collective healing. In our work together, we will identify some of your core relationship patterns and find their origins, often stemming from your childhood. I’ll help you become more aware of your individual thoughts, feelings, and underlying motives in your relationship so that you can learn to understand and take responsibility for the impacts of your behaviors on each other. Ultimately, I hope to help you find ways to care for each other that feel nourishing, consensual, and interdependent.
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Sammy Sass
LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02130  (Online Only)
I am a therapist because I believe we should be creators of our lives and not consumers of others' expectations. Working collaboratively, you and I will explore where you feel stuck and make moves toward a more fulfilling life. As an artist and a queer feminist, I am a great therapeutic fit for folks who want to build an authentic life. I love working with adults as they navigate life changes in relationships, career, finances, and family; and I love working with teens as they navigate school, neurodivergent diagnoses, and identity.
I am a therapist because I believe we should be creators of our lives and not consumers of others' expectations. Working collaboratively, you and I will explore where you feel stuck and make moves toward a more fulfilling life. As an artist and a queer feminist, I am a great therapeutic fit for folks who want to build an authentic life. I love working with adults as they navigate life changes in relationships, career, finances, and family; and I love working with teens as they navigate school, neurodivergent diagnoses, and identity.
(617) 676-2567 View (617) 676-2567
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Onyx Marosi
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02114  (Online Only)
Do you regularly feel as if you are not enough? Do you have difficulty saying no or asking for help? Are you struggling to communicate your needs within your relationships? Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety and depression, stress, low self-esteem, or struggling with substance use? If you are seeking a safe and nonjudgmental space to work through some of life’s challenges, now is the time to begin your journey of self-understanding, healing, and growth. I operate from an intersectional feminist lens and respect the unique influences of cultural and sociopolitical determinants of health.
Do you regularly feel as if you are not enough? Do you have difficulty saying no or asking for help? Are you struggling to communicate your needs within your relationships? Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety and depression, stress, low self-esteem, or struggling with substance use? If you are seeking a safe and nonjudgmental space to work through some of life’s challenges, now is the time to begin your journey of self-understanding, healing, and growth. I operate from an intersectional feminist lens and respect the unique influences of cultural and sociopolitical determinants of health.
(617) 405-3330 View (617) 405-3330
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Tanya Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02129  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients! Contact by email preferred. Telehealth only. Congrats on choosing to seek out therapy! It can be a life changing experience. Please read through my profile and website to see if we're a good fit. I have worked with people of all backgrounds but I generally work with LGBT folks and POC. I work with clients on self-esteem, body positivity, anxiety management, trauma symptoms, and relational issues. As a human and a provider, I am feminist, anti-racist, fat positive, sex positive, pro-science, pro-vaccine, and pro-LGBT. I also offer relationship therapy including therapy for polyamormous individuals.
Accepting new patients! Contact by email preferred. Telehealth only. Congrats on choosing to seek out therapy! It can be a life changing experience. Please read through my profile and website to see if we're a good fit. I have worked with people of all backgrounds but I generally work with LGBT folks and POC. I work with clients on self-esteem, body positivity, anxiety management, trauma symptoms, and relational issues. As a human and a provider, I am feminist, anti-racist, fat positive, sex positive, pro-science, pro-vaccine, and pro-LGBT. I also offer relationship therapy including therapy for polyamormous individuals.
(413) 340-4466 View (413) 340-4466
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Marianne Potvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and collaborative. I draw on a range of modalities, including psychodynamic, relational, and attachment theories, as well as dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and narrative therapy, to meet my clients’ unique needs and experiences. My commitment to anti-oppressive, liberatory, and feminist principles means that I pay close attention to how systems and cultures shape us. I seek to foster a warm and transparent therapeutic environment that is welcoming of clients’ authentic voices.
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative and collaborative. I draw on a range of modalities, including psychodynamic, relational, and attachment theories, as well as dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and narrative therapy, to meet my clients’ unique needs and experiences. My commitment to anti-oppressive, liberatory, and feminist principles means that I pay close attention to how systems and cultures shape us. I seek to foster a warm and transparent therapeutic environment that is welcoming of clients’ authentic voices.
(508) 715-8863 View (508) 715-8863
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Kaden Fund
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02144  (Online Only)
My clinical approach draws heavily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with flavor notes of Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, feminist therapy, and humor.
As a therapist at Queer Therapy Boston, I offer individual therapy to all humans with a social justice, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens. I am a member of the queer community, and I specialize in working with adults who are LGBTQIA+, transgender, non-binary, gender expansive, poly/non-monogamous, fat, disabled, neurodiverse, and/or chronically ill. I have experience working with folks around depression, grief, anxiety, OCD, trauma, complex trauma, personality disorders, addiction, identity exploration, incarceration, involvement with the justice system, and coping with life's general stress.
My clinical approach draws heavily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with flavor notes of Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, feminist therapy, and humor.
As a therapist at Queer Therapy Boston, I offer individual therapy to all humans with a social justice, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens. I am a member of the queer community, and I specialize in working with adults who are LGBTQIA+, transgender, non-binary, gender expansive, poly/non-monogamous, fat, disabled, neurodiverse, and/or chronically ill. I have experience working with folks around depression, grief, anxiety, OCD, trauma, complex trauma, personality disorders, addiction, identity exploration, incarceration, involvement with the justice system, and coping with life's general stress.
(339) 229-8471 View (339) 229-8471
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Rachel Vadney
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Through a feminist, identity-affirming approach, we'll explore how your life experiences and relationships impact you today so that you can find more self-compassion and joy.
I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, young adult, or professional dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship issues, you're not alone! I take a warm, collaborative, and tailored approach that positions you as the expert of your own experience.
Through a feminist, identity-affirming approach, we'll explore how your life experiences and relationships impact you today so that you can find more self-compassion and joy.
I’m a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, young adult, or professional dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship issues, you're not alone! I take a warm, collaborative, and tailored approach that positions you as the expert of your own experience.
(508) 501-6683 View (508) 501-6683
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Pooja Aradhya
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02134  (Online Only)
I also draw from the liberation health model, a collaborative, strengths-based, feminist approach, and an intersectional and relational lens.
I am a licensed Mental Health counselor who is passionate about BIPOC mental health, first and second-generation immigrant experiences, and personal and identity development for adults. I have experience working with clients experiencing a diverse range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. I integrate various therapeutic modalities, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to meet clients’ individual needs.
I also draw from the liberation health model, a collaborative, strengths-based, feminist approach, and an intersectional and relational lens.
I am a licensed Mental Health counselor who is passionate about BIPOC mental health, first and second-generation immigrant experiences, and personal and identity development for adults. I have experience working with clients experiencing a diverse range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. I integrate various therapeutic modalities, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to meet clients’ individual needs.
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Uma Shanmugham
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Clients come to therapy for a number of reasons, such as identity shifts, grief and loss, low self-esteem, immigration/acculturative stress, trauma, life transitions, relationship & family struggles, and spiritual crises. Whatever your pull to come to therapy, I acknowledge the courage it takes to participate in your healing. Through person-centered and feminist approaches, I collaborate with clients in the process of re-defining who they are that feels the most authentic to themselves. My clinical "toolbox" includes mindfulness, a trauma-informed lens, existentialism, diversity practices, and a nonjudgmental stance.
Clients come to therapy for a number of reasons, such as identity shifts, grief and loss, low self-esteem, immigration/acculturative stress, trauma, life transitions, relationship & family struggles, and spiritual crises. Whatever your pull to come to therapy, I acknowledge the courage it takes to participate in your healing. Through person-centered and feminist approaches, I collaborate with clients in the process of re-defining who they are that feels the most authentic to themselves. My clinical "toolbox" includes mindfulness, a trauma-informed lens, existentialism, diversity practices, and a nonjudgmental stance.
(617) 397-5154 View (617) 397-5154
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Barbara A. Bowe
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110  (Online Only)
I take an integrative person-centered approach in my work with clients that often draws on insight-oriented psychotherapy, spirituality, mindfulness, feminist theory, experiential approaches, creativity, parts work, ecotherapy and dream work.
Accepting new clients (morning & early afternoon availability- primarily telehealth). Limited availability for therapeutic nature walks in the Canton area. Are there things you are ready to let go of (or embrace)? Are you ready to dive more deeply into your experience of being alive? Do you wonder how childhood experiences might still be affecting you today? Are you struggling with anxiety or low self esteem? I can help you explore your relationship to others, the world, and yourself and help you reconnect with your inner wisdom in order to live a more aligned and intentional life.
I take an integrative person-centered approach in my work with clients that often draws on insight-oriented psychotherapy, spirituality, mindfulness, feminist theory, experiential approaches, creativity, parts work, ecotherapy and dream work.
Accepting new clients (morning & early afternoon availability- primarily telehealth). Limited availability for therapeutic nature walks in the Canton area. Are there things you are ready to let go of (or embrace)? Are you ready to dive more deeply into your experience of being alive? Do you wonder how childhood experiences might still be affecting you today? Are you struggling with anxiety or low self esteem? I can help you explore your relationship to others, the world, and yourself and help you reconnect with your inner wisdom in order to live a more aligned and intentional life.
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Dr. Ashley Sweet, Couples Sex Therapist
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CST
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215  (Online Only)
As a clinical sexologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I help folks explore pleasure and better communicate in intimate relationships. As a relationship counselor, I work with couples and people in ENM relationships to improve their communication and connection. As a feminist therapist, I help clients dig deep to uncover their personal power, untangle anxiety and heal from trauma. I'm pro-choice, queer/bisexual identified, and welcome LGBTQ+ clients. I'm a curious counselor, and I help people dig to the roots of their pain. Fees are $250 per session (self-pay only, NO insurance, can provide superbill).
As a clinical sexologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I help folks explore pleasure and better communicate in intimate relationships. As a relationship counselor, I work with couples and people in ENM relationships to improve their communication and connection. As a feminist therapist, I help clients dig deep to uncover their personal power, untangle anxiety and heal from trauma. I'm pro-choice, queer/bisexual identified, and welcome LGBTQ+ clients. I'm a curious counselor, and I help people dig to the roots of their pain. Fees are $250 per session (self-pay only, NO insurance, can provide superbill).
(617) 539-2895 View (617) 539-2895
Feminist Therapists

How does feminist therapy work?

Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.

What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?

Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.

How long does feminist therapy last?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.

Does feminist therapy work?

As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.