Women's Issues Therapists in Roslindale, MA

It is easy to get overwhelmed with life and it's day to day challenges.Sometimes all it takes to make things easier, is someone to listen and help us see things from a different perspective. Asking for help at a difficult time is not easy. I value the opportunity to work with my clients to provide support and direction during challenging times.

I have weekday/daytime openings (M,W,F) for female clients. I think of the work I do as looking at the past while mindfully living in the present. That is, exploring ways to deal with current stresses/symptoms, while also exploring the underlying causes of these painful issues. We can't change what we think or what we feel but we can work on how to handle thoughts and feelings more effectively so they don't have so much impact and influence on us. I help people identify their values and work with them on living those values despite the current situation or circumstances.

My practice prioritizes those in transitional seasons - young adults leaving home for the first time, new mothers seeking support as they adjust to parenthood, women desiring clarity on next steps in career or romantic relationships, and couples hoping to shift relational dynamics. I inspire clients to gain greater awareness of their needs and how to meet those needs in healthy and holistic ways. I am practical and solution-focused while also honoring the impact of developmental and cultural experiences that often take time and careful insight to understand.

Allie completed her internship at Boston Children’s Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Maternal Fetal Care Center (MFCC), where she supported parents through medical crisis and/or challenging prenatal diagnosis. Through this experience, she has furthered her clinical skills in postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), various stressor and trauma disorders, and generalized anxiety and depressive disorders.

I believe that good Supervision is a conduit for mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. Having worked with individuals, couples and families I have seen my clients grow and change in the most positive and rewarding ways. In my practice I work closely with people to identify the changes they want to make in their lives. We then focus on the strengths that have helped them thus far and the challenges that have held them back. Effective supervision brings deep understanding of oneself, builds strong self-esteem, and provides an emotional, mental, and spiritual foundation for a gratifying and prosperous Psychotherapy Practice.

Perhaps you feel discouraged and are seeking therapy because you have tried to make changes but haven’t noticed a difference. Maybe you continue to be impacted by overwhelming events from the past. You could be reaching out because you’re experiencing anxiety, sadness, disconnection from others, or difficulty with navigating life transitions and managing stress. Maybe you’ve noticed your child is having a hard time and are reaching out on their behalf. You may want to build up your self esteem and have more fulfilling relationships, or to feel more connected to yourself, to grow, and to enjoy life.

By interweaving different types of therapy, we collaborate towards your goals in a way that's effective and respectful of your time, energy and money. Each session can be useful - I track this carefully by asking for feedback and by giving choices on how we work together. The time in-between sessions also is used - through practice 'homework' we choose individually, as a couple or as a family, or through observation/thinking. This helps us to identify what helps you to change or restrains you from change - we can then work together from an attitude of curiosity rather than "shoulds".

Are you looking for relief... anxiety, life transitions, unresolved trauma, relationship/work conflict, or a sense of disconnect from yourself? My clients often come to me in a state of overwhelming stress, anxious thoughts, and emotional distress while grappling with a myriad of questions, self-doubt, and excessive worry. I understand that having a confidential space to talk freely and understand what's possible for you to feel relief, renewed hope, and confidence is necessary.

Please reach out to schedule a consultation. I strive to be a very open-minded therapist and enjoy working with motivated individuals who participate in the therapy room. My areas of expertise are assisting clients in managing troubling anxiety, panic, obsessive worry, relational issues, and creating meaningful change in their lives. Generally, I will help you slow down, look inward, notice parts of yourself and how you're feeling toward them, and assist you in resolving inner conflicts from a place of compassion, clarity, and patience.

Picking a therapist is a very personal choice. You need to feel that your therapist understands your experience, your challenges and moves you a new way of seeing yourself and your strengths. I provide psychotherapy for adults and couples. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship challenges. For couples, I use the Gottman Method to assess couple relational strengths and to target learning new ways to communicate and build connection and intimacy.

Life is hard. You don’t have to face it alone. Stressed about parenting? Struggling with life transitions? Just want someone to listen to any and all stressors in your life without judgment? I am here for it. As a clinician that has worked with a diverse group of individuals, couples and families, I am here for it all.

Are you thinking about making a change in your life, or experiencing a significant transition? Do you want to improve your relationships with others? Are anxiety or depression getting in the way of building the life you want to be living? I provide a warm, welcoming, nonjudgmental space to explore your individual history and patterns, and become closer to who you want to be. My approach is compassionate, strengths-based, and collaborative. You are the expert in your own life and I am a guide to reflect and accompany you on your journey. I help you activate skills to live in line with your values and achieve your goals.

If you’re trapped in a spiral of anxiety or depression, here is a hand reaching out to slow your momentum and create space for peace. Are you struggling to find a way to break the cycle of stress? Let me help you find a way to regain control. I specialize in working with individuals who may have a physical disability, chronic pain, trauma, grief, as well as LGBTQAI+ issues.

I'm NOT taking new clients right now....Creating emotional intelligence involves many things: understanding mood changes and why certain circumstances create anxiety; communicating better in relationships and expressing feelings more positively; building skills as a parent or understanding what it means to go from couple to family. If we are in transition, in gender or in life purpose, we want to create a firmer sense of identity and direction. We want insight and the ability to create a future unbound to a traumatic past. We want to create new patterns of behavior and thinking that enhance our connection to others.

When you are struggling with depression, anxiety and/or other stressful or painful life circumstances, I know the decision to look for a therapist can be a difficult and challenging one. I am an experienced, trauma informed and compassionate therapist who has worked collaboratively and successfully with people for more than 25 years. My goal is to provide a safe, accepting and empowering environment that will best meet your individual needs so that you can meet your goals and take care of the concerns that brought you into therapy.

There are many reasons why we might find ourselves looking for a therapist. Perhaps there is a change in our lives and we need support managing it. Maybe we need help finding new strategies and tools for handling overwhelming emotions. Sometimes we might want to grow as a person or make a change, but need support or new skills to get there. Whatever your reason, it’s valid and important.   I work with individual adults, kids, as well as couples who want the help of an outside partner to grow, learn, thrive, and live their best lives.