Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Somerville, MA
My speciality areas include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and insomnia.
Life can make us feel stuck, unsure, down, scared, stressed, and emotionally drained. With all of life's transitions, ups and downs, adjustments, and surprises, it's no wonder that sometimes we all need a boost. Hope for a better tomorrow can be the first step in making change towards a brighter future. Being vulnerable to take that first step can be a difficult one, however one that can bring transformation, clarity, understanding, and validation that can keep us moving forward.
My speciality areas include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and insomnia.
Life can make us feel stuck, unsure, down, scared, stressed, and emotionally drained. With all of life's transitions, ups and downs, adjustments, and surprises, it's no wonder that sometimes we all need a boost. Hope for a better tomorrow can be the first step in making change towards a brighter future. Being vulnerable to take that first step can be a difficult one, however one that can bring transformation, clarity, understanding, and validation that can keep us moving forward.
I work with adults across the lifespan struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, family issues, work and school challenges. I am trained in Internal Family Systems therapy and draw from psychodynamic and attachment theory, Buddhist psychology and mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I work with adults across the lifespan struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, family issues, work and school challenges. I am trained in Internal Family Systems therapy and draw from psychodynamic and attachment theory, Buddhist psychology and mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
My work is influenced by social justice, trauma-informed, and psychoanalytic approaches.
Therapy provides a space for us to develop a deeper understanding of our internal world, our patterns, and our suffering. Oftentimes, we might find that concepts and emotions left unattended to are keeping us stuck or unsatisfied. Together, we can be curious about your thoughts, feelings, and fantasies and uncover new meaning and ways of coping. I collaborate with patients to work towards a more fulfilling life and a better relationship with the self. I emphasize that you are the expert of your life, and empower you to make the changes you desire.
My work is influenced by social justice, trauma-informed, and psychoanalytic approaches.
Therapy provides a space for us to develop a deeper understanding of our internal world, our patterns, and our suffering. Oftentimes, we might find that concepts and emotions left unattended to are keeping us stuck or unsatisfied. Together, we can be curious about your thoughts, feelings, and fantasies and uncover new meaning and ways of coping. I collaborate with patients to work towards a more fulfilling life and a better relationship with the self. I emphasize that you are the expert of your life, and empower you to make the changes you desire.
Dr. Nathan’s primary areas of interest include: life transitions, men’s issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and academic issues. Dr. Nathan uses an integrative approach, harnessing elements of Emotion Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT to best meet the individual needs of the client. He has previously worked in college counseling, and remains committed to helping students navigate the complex interplay of life and learning. Outside his therapy office, Dr. Nathan likes being outdoors, playing soccer, and hiking and camping in the summer, and snowboarding or learning to cross-country ski in the winter.
Dr. Nathan’s primary areas of interest include: life transitions, men’s issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and academic issues. Dr. Nathan uses an integrative approach, harnessing elements of Emotion Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT to best meet the individual needs of the client. He has previously worked in college counseling, and remains committed to helping students navigate the complex interplay of life and learning. Outside his therapy office, Dr. Nathan likes being outdoors, playing soccer, and hiking and camping in the summer, and snowboarding or learning to cross-country ski in the winter.
Ali Grannan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02143 (Online Only)
Making the decision to start therapy can be daunting. As a clinical social worker with many years of experience, I have witnessed the human capacity to change and overcome life's most difficult challenges. I utilize trauma-informed care practices to provide a safe space that allows you to process complex emotions, as well as build insight and skills to manage life stressors.
Making the decision to start therapy can be daunting. As a clinical social worker with many years of experience, I have witnessed the human capacity to change and overcome life's most difficult challenges. I utilize trauma-informed care practices to provide a safe space that allows you to process complex emotions, as well as build insight and skills to manage life stressors.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
Certified DBT therapist with training in trauma-informed therapeutic (and standard) yoga and Japanese Reiki. To schedule a free consultation, visit my website to complete and submit the consultation request form and click the request appointment button.
Certified DBT therapist with training in trauma-informed therapeutic (and standard) yoga and Japanese Reiki. To schedule a free consultation, visit my website to complete and submit the consultation request form and click the request appointment button.
I provide individual therapy to individuals across adulthood and work with clients to address challenges in interpersonal relationships, mood disorders / depression, anxiety disorders, identity issues, trauma / PTSD, life transitions and college transitions.
I adapt my treatment approach to meet the unique needs of each of my clients. I centre interpersonal relationships and my clients’ individual strengths, using their agency to guide the therapeutic process. I focus on identifying individual patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, including how these develop through interactions with others and the environment. I also support clients in exploring their identity and the ways in which the systems around them impact their experience. I support clients in identifying how they want to interact with these systems and working towards these changes.
I provide individual therapy to individuals across adulthood and work with clients to address challenges in interpersonal relationships, mood disorders / depression, anxiety disorders, identity issues, trauma / PTSD, life transitions and college transitions.
I adapt my treatment approach to meet the unique needs of each of my clients. I centre interpersonal relationships and my clients’ individual strengths, using their agency to guide the therapeutic process. I focus on identifying individual patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, including how these develop through interactions with others and the environment. I also support clients in exploring their identity and the ways in which the systems around them impact their experience. I support clients in identifying how they want to interact with these systems and working towards these changes.
Neesi is a therapist who works with adults and teens. Neesi is currently looking for both in-person and virtual clients. Some of the typical concerns she works with folx on are romantic relationships, stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, spirituality, and communicating boundaries with one's parents. LGBTQ+ folx of all colors (white/BIPOC/etc) are welcome to request therapy, including those who are "questioning." Please mention any RELEVANt identities you have when messaging her. Thank you!
Neesi is a therapist who works with adults and teens. Neesi is currently looking for both in-person and virtual clients. Some of the typical concerns she works with folx on are romantic relationships, stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, spirituality, and communicating boundaries with one's parents. LGBTQ+ folx of all colors (white/BIPOC/etc) are welcome to request therapy, including those who are "questioning." Please mention any RELEVANt identities you have when messaging her. Thank you!
Sameea Kazmi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, MA 02145
I offer psychotherapy to adults of all ages and specialize in treating mood disorders/depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, relational issues, life transitions, work stress, college adjustment, and cultural adjustment.
My goal is to establish a collaborative and trusting relationship with clients that fosters a safe space for them to explore their emotions and experiences. I am committed to using a flexible client-centered and culturally aware treatment approach that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. My approach to psychotherapy is based in psychodynamics and relational theory and incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. My trauma-informed therapeutic style is nonjudgmental, empathic, empowering, and warm.
I offer psychotherapy to adults of all ages and specialize in treating mood disorders/depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, relational issues, life transitions, work stress, college adjustment, and cultural adjustment.
My goal is to establish a collaborative and trusting relationship with clients that fosters a safe space for them to explore their emotions and experiences. I am committed to using a flexible client-centered and culturally aware treatment approach that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. My approach to psychotherapy is based in psychodynamics and relational theory and incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. My trauma-informed therapeutic style is nonjudgmental, empathic, empowering, and warm.
Jessa Cooperman
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02143 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community and specialize in therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, neurodiversity, trauma, chronic illness or pain, and relationship and family difficulties. I am also experienced in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Utilizing evidence-based and integrated, systems-based approaches, I strive to empower my clients, guiding them on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. In every session, my goal is to provide a space where clients feel seen and supported.
I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community and specialize in therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, neurodiversity, trauma, chronic illness or pain, and relationship and family difficulties. I am also experienced in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Utilizing evidence-based and integrated, systems-based approaches, I strive to empower my clients, guiding them on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. In every session, my goal is to provide a space where clients feel seen and supported.
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I work with adults with diverse backgrounds and identities who have experienced trauma, loss, difficulties in relationships, or difficulties with self-esteem, anxiety, and stress. I see therapy as an opportunity to enhance joy, spontaneity, meaning, and connection to yourself and others. It’s ideally an inviting, open, and safe place to explore your sense of your identity, and to learn about yourself in the context of a relationship.
I work with adults with diverse backgrounds and identities who have experienced trauma, loss, difficulties in relationships, or difficulties with self-esteem, anxiety, and stress. I see therapy as an opportunity to enhance joy, spontaneity, meaning, and connection to yourself and others. It’s ideally an inviting, open, and safe place to explore your sense of your identity, and to learn about yourself in the context of a relationship.
Jeimy Cabral
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02144 (Online Only)
I specialize in working anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, adjustment difficulties to life changes in children, teens and adults.
Hi my name is Jeimy Cabral I am a licensed therapist in Massachusetts with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence building, and depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you in overcoming challenges and experiences. It can be very difficult to seek support and help in order to improve your mental health and wellness. I would like you help you and assist you in this journey.
I specialize in working anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, adjustment difficulties to life changes in children, teens and adults.
Hi my name is Jeimy Cabral I am a licensed therapist in Massachusetts with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence building, and depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you in overcoming challenges and experiences. It can be very difficult to seek support and help in order to improve your mental health and wellness. I would like you help you and assist you in this journey.
Uma Venkatraman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, MA 02145
I work with adult clients to navigate relationships, identity, anxiety / mood disorders, interpersonal / systemic trauma, college / life transitions and immigration.
My therapeutic orientation is guided by a psychodynamic, relational approach that emphasizes trust-building and collaboration. I draw on a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interviewing techniques. I believe treatment should be rooted in a client’s strengths and network of relationships. My approach is anchored in Liberation Health with an explicit anti-oppressive, intersectional, feminist lens, including identifying the emotional and somatic impact of systems like capitalism, racism, heterosexism, and classism.
I work with adult clients to navigate relationships, identity, anxiety / mood disorders, interpersonal / systemic trauma, college / life transitions and immigration.
My therapeutic orientation is guided by a psychodynamic, relational approach that emphasizes trust-building and collaboration. I draw on a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interviewing techniques. I believe treatment should be rooted in a client’s strengths and network of relationships. My approach is anchored in Liberation Health with an explicit anti-oppressive, intersectional, feminist lens, including identifying the emotional and somatic impact of systems like capitalism, racism, heterosexism, and classism.
I am available as an individual therapist for adults seeking to better manage, understand, and cope with various life struggles. I have experience working extensively with eating disorders, but also anxiety, depression, relationship issues, managing stress, self esteem, and progressing through difficult life transitions be it in the context of work, school, adulthood, relationship changes, etc. I also have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, but do not specialize in trauma work.
I am available as an individual therapist for adults seeking to better manage, understand, and cope with various life struggles. I have experience working extensively with eating disorders, but also anxiety, depression, relationship issues, managing stress, self esteem, and progressing through difficult life transitions be it in the context of work, school, adulthood, relationship changes, etc. I also have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, but do not specialize in trauma work.
Currently accepting private pay/out of network clients. I provide one on one psychotherapy based on clients’ strengths and growth points at a collaborated pace. I support clients who need support navigating life transitions, anxiety, relationships/dating, identity-related challenges, imposter syndrome work/life balance and neurodiversity. My clinical training focused on providing trauma-informed culturally conscious therapy to clients who come from many walks of life and intersecting identities, while utilizing kindness, metaphors and a bit of humor in my therapy sessions.
Currently accepting private pay/out of network clients. I provide one on one psychotherapy based on clients’ strengths and growth points at a collaborated pace. I support clients who need support navigating life transitions, anxiety, relationships/dating, identity-related challenges, imposter syndrome work/life balance and neurodiversity. My clinical training focused on providing trauma-informed culturally conscious therapy to clients who come from many walks of life and intersecting identities, while utilizing kindness, metaphors and a bit of humor in my therapy sessions.
Sarah Krill Williston
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, MA 02144 (Online Only)
I completed my PhD at University of Massachusetts, Boston, and a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Center for PTSD at VA Boston Healthcare System.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive experience treating adults experiencing trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders, as well as individuals going through major life transitions. My approach to therapy integrates traditional cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance-based and mindfulness approaches. I aim to bring warmth, genuineness, and non-judgment to the therapy process, and maintain a strong commitment to evidence-based practice. My goal is to not only to help you experience fewer and less intense symptoms, but also to feel more connected to your values, purpose, and what matters most in your life once again.
I completed my PhD at University of Massachusetts, Boston, and a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Center for PTSD at VA Boston Healthcare System.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive experience treating adults experiencing trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders, as well as individuals going through major life transitions. My approach to therapy integrates traditional cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance-based and mindfulness approaches. I aim to bring warmth, genuineness, and non-judgment to the therapy process, and maintain a strong commitment to evidence-based practice. My goal is to not only to help you experience fewer and less intense symptoms, but also to feel more connected to your values, purpose, and what matters most in your life once again.
Rebecca Holohan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Somerville, MA 02144
I offer culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
Hi, I'm Rebecca. Many of my clients are women and nonbinary folks in their 20s and 30s who are exploring their neurodivergence (usually Autism and/or ADHD) as an adult. They may already have a neurodivergent identity or be in the process of figuring out their experiences. Together, we explore their unique strengths, learn how to meet sensory and self-care needs, and address challenges that arise from living in a neurotypical world. As a late-identified neurodivergent person, I have found that embracing our neurodivergence can lead us on a powerful journey of self-discovery, joy, and connection with ourselves and others.
I offer culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy.
Hi, I'm Rebecca. Many of my clients are women and nonbinary folks in their 20s and 30s who are exploring their neurodivergence (usually Autism and/or ADHD) as an adult. They may already have a neurodivergent identity or be in the process of figuring out their experiences. Together, we explore their unique strengths, learn how to meet sensory and self-care needs, and address challenges that arise from living in a neurotypical world. As a late-identified neurodivergent person, I have found that embracing our neurodivergence can lead us on a powerful journey of self-discovery, joy, and connection with ourselves and others.
Some people want help with ongoing psychological symptoms related to trauma, clinical depression, or anxiety.
"Some days you wake up and immediately start to worry. Nothing in particular is wrong it's just the suspicion that forces are aligning quietly and there will be trouble." - Jenny Holzer. What can begin as a vague worry in our daily lives might quickly grow into something more troublesome. We might put off getting help in the hope that "things will get better on their own," but sometimes things don't. Often the most difficult step in addressing areas of concern is the first.
Some people want help with ongoing psychological symptoms related to trauma, clinical depression, or anxiety.
"Some days you wake up and immediately start to worry. Nothing in particular is wrong it's just the suspicion that forces are aligning quietly and there will be trouble." - Jenny Holzer. What can begin as a vague worry in our daily lives might quickly grow into something more troublesome. We might put off getting help in the hope that "things will get better on their own," but sometimes things don't. Often the most difficult step in addressing areas of concern is the first.
Dr. Utley’s primary areas of interest include: General and social anxiety, depression, trauma, binge eating, life transitions, relationship concerns, family difficulties, and bolstering general life satisfaction. He has a special interest in international adoption and minority identity development, Dr. Utley utilizes a client-centered and evidence-based approach that is flexible based on the client’s cultural background and presenting concerns. He incorporates Emotion-Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy frameworks when working with clients.
Dr. Utley’s primary areas of interest include: General and social anxiety, depression, trauma, binge eating, life transitions, relationship concerns, family difficulties, and bolstering general life satisfaction. He has a special interest in international adoption and minority identity development, Dr. Utley utilizes a client-centered and evidence-based approach that is flexible based on the client’s cultural background and presenting concerns. He incorporates Emotion-Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy frameworks when working with clients.
