Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Watertown, MA

Accepting a few clients M-F, 9-5p. Telehealth only. Do you have "self-defeating" patterns that need to be addressed? My work is to guide you in transforming harmful personal thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors to create whole-self integration and alignment. I help individuals bring awareness to emotional blocks and patterns, allow space for them, and support in treating and transmuting those aspects for optimal living. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, grief, school, career or relational challenges, I am ready to support you in creating a cohesive relationship of mind, body, and spirit.

Telehealth appointments only. Accepting new clients. If you are wanting to experience more, self awareness, connection and ability to live with inner peace from life's stressors I am here to help you on that path. Your therapeutic experience is tailored to your specific emotional needs, focusing on the connection of mind, body and spirit. You will receive an integrative experience that looks at you as a whole person, not just a symptom. You are given specific tools to improve your life and experience increased awareness of self. Welcome to your healing journey.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work and family? Do you feel like your life lacks direction and purpose? Let me help you navigate these personal struggles using a dynamic approach that is both empathetic and empowering. By building a strong therapeutic relationship, we can work together to create a safe and affirming space for you to overcome your challenges, achieve your goals, and find meaning in your life. As a licensed therapist in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, I'm committed to helping you bring about meaningful change in your life.

I believe that an effective therapeutic relationship is built upon trust and an authentic connection between client and therapist. Many individuals are apprehensive about starting therapy as change can feel daunting. I strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment that promotes positive change at your own pace.

Not currently accepting new patients. It’s not too late to write a new chapter for your life’s story, revisit the earlier ones to edit (or abridge) and even rewrite from a place of newfound perspective. As a social worker for more than 10 years, I have worked with a wide range of people in a variety of community mental health settings. Clients can expect a relaxed therapeutic relationship focused on strengthening their interpersonal relationships and soothing old wounds and traumas in creative ways.

In a warm, comfortable atmosphere you're free to explore issues that keep you from living a happy, fulfilling life. My approach is active, supportive and collaborative. For years I've helped people overcome the barriers that keep them stuck. My clients grapple with general problems of living, such as relational difficulties, grief, life transitions and unwanted habits. I also help people with Depression, Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, and other emotional difficulties. I have extensive training and experience in psychodynamic therapy, Trauma Therapy, Internal Family Systems, body-centered coping skills and mindfulness.I also use CBT techniques.

I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be a place of authenticity and acceptance, and my goal as a therapist is to provide a safe space that nurtures personal growth and healing. Having lived and worked in Asia for more than a decade, I offer a culturally sensitive environment that honors the wisdom and experience of each individual. As a somatic-based psychotherapist, I focus on the development of self-awareness and self-knowledge of both mind and body. I use traditional talk-therapy, but I also incorporate the tools of yoga therapy, dance/movement therapy and the Eastern concept of mindfulness.

I am a licensed independent social worker , licensed in MA ,VT and ME, with 20+ years of experience providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Clients describe me as warm, empathic, flexible, genuine, humorous and direct. I view the therapy process as a collaborative one in which you and I work together to address your challenges and allow you to move forward in a healthy way.

Not accepting new patients & unable to respond to inquiries; It can be nerve-wracking coming in for the first time, telling a stranger about your personal life. In therapy, you need to feel comfortable with the person you are sitting with so you can feel more at ease sharing what you need to. Our first conversation/session is a time for you to get to know my style, a time for me to get a better sense of what brings you to therapy, and to learn how I can best support you (i.e., therapy, referral, etc.).

People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons, yet a common thread unites this motivation: the desire to understand one's experience. Sometimes life can be a struggle: identity, relationships, environments and situations can stress our resources and lead us to lean on familiar ways of being, even when those ways do not feel useful or helpful anymore. Therapy presents an opportunity to be curious, to foster new depths of understanding, and to develop a greater sense of meaning. It also provides a space to explore ways of relating to yourself, others in your life, and the world.

My practice is rooted in the belief that everyone is worthy of health, recovery, and a positive relationship with food and their body, no matter their size. My goal is to create a space that feels safe and supportive enough to make positive change happen. I specialize in eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, OSFED), self-esteem challenges, anxiety disorders, depression, and self-harming behaviors in young adults (18+) and adults. I have a particular interest in exploring the intersection of eating disorders and both religious trauma and borderline personality disorder (BPD).

My clients should expect to take away fresh insights into enduring problems and a path toward happier living. I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, social anxiety, grief, anger, ADHD, substance use, relationship issues, parenting roles and PTSD.

I provide individual and couples therapy to adults across the lifespan. My goal for therapy is to create a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you will be supported and also challenged to gain insight and develop different approaches to promote positive changes in your life. I draw from multiple theoretical approaches to meet your needs, including mindfulness-based CBT, psychodynamic, feminist-relational and narrative therapies. Areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and trauma. My approach is strength-based, and I view psychological symptoms and distress from an individual as well as systemic perspective.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in working with children, adolescents, emerging and adult clients. I have interests in (but not limited to): Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma, Identity Development, parenting skills and Anger Management.

Life can feel like a roller coaster full of twists and turns. You may lose track of your goals & rely on unhealthy coping skills to help you, including over/under eating, excessive exercise, self-deprecation, doubt, isolation, irritability, over-thinking, increased impulsivity...the list goes on. During these times you may experience tough transitions ranging from the loss of a loved one, sudden change in career and/or relocation, acculturation challenges &/or traumatic experiences that result in confusion, pain & other emotions you may feel flooded with. I am here to help you process & make sense of your ride.

Is your life out of balance? Would you like to be at peace with yourself and more connected with others? Are conflicting emotions and thoughts leading to unskillful behaviors? Taking a look at difficult patterns takes courage, and this courage deserves compassion. An understanding and skillful exploration of choices and motivators can clear the way for powerful changes that were previously unreachable.

I have been working with young people and families for over 31 years in both community and school settings. During this time, I have learned so much from the many people I have worked with. I’ve witnessed first hand that we can all change, grow, and ultimately feel better through positive connection with others. During sessions, I focus on creating a safe, comfortable environment by listening and supporting my clients.