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Jenn Kneeland
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482  (Online Only)
My therapy practice incorporates resiliency building, creative growth, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and somatic approaches.
As humans, we often experience significant overwhelm from our sensory environment, trauma, and stress that can increase disassociation and make it difficult to process emotions. I believe that through reconnecting to the body in creative spaces we can improve our understanding and processing of emotions. As an Expressive Arts Therapist I specialize in a trauma-informed, mind-body approach and I work mainly with veterans and service members, complicated grief, family and relationship dynamics, anxiety, LQBTQIA+ community, and non-monogamy relationship structures.
My therapy practice incorporates resiliency building, creative growth, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and somatic approaches.
As humans, we often experience significant overwhelm from our sensory environment, trauma, and stress that can increase disassociation and make it difficult to process emotions. I believe that through reconnecting to the body in creative spaces we can improve our understanding and processing of emotions. As an Expressive Arts Therapist I specialize in a trauma-informed, mind-body approach and I work mainly with veterans and service members, complicated grief, family and relationship dynamics, anxiety, LQBTQIA+ community, and non-monogamy relationship structures.
(774) 500-6437 View (774) 500-6437
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Gabriella Arrien
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181
I draw upon evidence-based practices such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), mindfulness techniques, and somatic frameworks.
Life is full of challenges and hardships that can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed and burned out. I firmly believe that every person possesses unique strengths and abilities that can be harnessed to navigate the difficulties they face. By adopting a strengths-based approach, I strive to help individuals identify and leverage their inner resources to develop resilience and achieve their therapeutic goals. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where my clients and I work together as equal partners in exploring their concerns and co-creating personalized strategies for positive change.
I draw upon evidence-based practices such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), mindfulness techniques, and somatic frameworks.
Life is full of challenges and hardships that can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed and burned out. I firmly believe that every person possesses unique strengths and abilities that can be harnessed to navigate the difficulties they face. By adopting a strengths-based approach, I strive to help individuals identify and leverage their inner resources to develop resilience and achieve their therapeutic goals. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where my clients and I work together as equal partners in exploring their concerns and co-creating personalized strategies for positive change.
(339) 240-6826 View (339) 240-6826
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Sasha Gesmer
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02181  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a somatic therapist, I’m trained to help you regulate your nervous system, work through trauma, and learn to process your feelings. Somatic experiencing is for people who have either been in therapy before and feel like they’re "talked out,” or who are new to therapy and want to try a more mind-body approach. This work is powerful and I’m so honored I get to share it with you and help you get to a more regulated place in your life.
As a somatic therapist, I’m trained to help you regulate your nervous system, work through trauma, and learn to process your feelings. Somatic experiencing is for people who have either been in therapy before and feel like they’re "talked out,” or who are new to therapy and want to try a more mind-body approach. This work is powerful and I’m so honored I get to share it with you and help you get to a more regulated place in your life.
(508) 501-8972 View (508) 501-8972
Jaclyn Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02482
I hope to support you and be an agent of change in your life as you identify and build upon your strength and resilience. I have experience working with all ages using a trauma informed lens while reinforcing interventions and tools with psychoeducation. I feel confident supporting clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, complex trauma as well as challenges with self-esteem. I have experience working with survivors of sexual abuse and childhood abuse.
I hope to support you and be an agent of change in your life as you identify and build upon your strength and resilience. I have experience working with all ages using a trauma informed lens while reinforcing interventions and tools with psychoeducation. I feel confident supporting clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, complex trauma as well as challenges with self-esteem. I have experience working with survivors of sexual abuse and childhood abuse.
(339) 217-9978 View (339) 217-9978
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Bliss In Being
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482  (Online Only)
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths & the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call today to schedule!
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths & the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call today to schedule!
(781) 746-7243 View (781) 746-7243
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Kc Schuck
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02181
Want to embody your most authentic self? I believe people find healing through community connection and creative expression. My practice focuses on empowering LGBTQIA+ teens and adults who are motivated to increase competence in being able to connect and sit with emotions, communicate with others and understand the multiple parts of who we are when living and engaging with the world around us. I work from a trauma-informed, strengths based approach, including elements of person-centered, CBT, and systems-based methods to explore mood related emotional stressors.
Want to embody your most authentic self? I believe people find healing through community connection and creative expression. My practice focuses on empowering LGBTQIA+ teens and adults who are motivated to increase competence in being able to connect and sit with emotions, communicate with others and understand the multiple parts of who we are when living and engaging with the world around us. I work from a trauma-informed, strengths based approach, including elements of person-centered, CBT, and systems-based methods to explore mood related emotional stressors.
(339) 217-9861 View (339) 217-9861
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Dr. Cammy | Bliss In Being
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181  (Online Only)
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths and the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call to schedule!
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths and the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call to schedule!
(202) 980-4152 View (202) 980-4152
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Alex Niezgoda
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, R-DMT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181
Hi Welcome! My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. I believe in celebrating the resiliency of my clients and working alongside them to unlock their potential and to achieve their goals. My clinical philosophy is to utilize my commitment to personalized, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive care for all clients. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies. I enjoy using art, movement, education and conversation to help clients in their therapy journey!
Hi Welcome! My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. I believe in celebrating the resiliency of my clients and working alongside them to unlock their potential and to achieve their goals. My clinical philosophy is to utilize my commitment to personalized, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive care for all clients. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies. I enjoy using art, movement, education and conversation to help clients in their therapy journey!
(617) 203-7035 View (617) 203-7035
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Kate Stacom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02482
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mother of two young children. I am thrilled that you are taking a step towards better understanding yourself and showing up as your authentic self. I offer virtual and in office therapy specializing in life transitions, anxiety, and self-esteem. I believe that one of the most healing things that you can do for yourself and for the world is to show up as your authentic self. I have an energetic approach that aids in helping you connect to your inner self, finding strengths that in turn help you live a life that provides pleasure and meaning.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mother of two young children. I am thrilled that you are taking a step towards better understanding yourself and showing up as your authentic self. I offer virtual and in office therapy specializing in life transitions, anxiety, and self-esteem. I believe that one of the most healing things that you can do for yourself and for the world is to show up as your authentic self. I have an energetic approach that aids in helping you connect to your inner self, finding strengths that in turn help you live a life that provides pleasure and meaning.
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Joanie A Piken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, ACSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
CALL Office ONLY: Adults & Seniors: Individual & Couple: The imprint of trauma is psychological, body and brain memory long after the events are over, one continues to respond as if danger were ever present. The therapy mission is to bring this understanding of trauma to Adult & Seniors, via integrated psychotherapy. Looking for answers to healing traumatic events. Healing is not just knowing what happened but transforming how Behavior, mind, & body still store trauma revealing itself via depression, anxiety, grief, despair, conflict ,lack of resolve, patterns of repetition, worn out "survival mode defenses" Mild and Moderate.
CALL Office ONLY: Adults & Seniors: Individual & Couple: The imprint of trauma is psychological, body and brain memory long after the events are over, one continues to respond as if danger were ever present. The therapy mission is to bring this understanding of trauma to Adult & Seniors, via integrated psychotherapy. Looking for answers to healing traumatic events. Healing is not just knowing what happened but transforming how Behavior, mind, & body still store trauma revealing itself via depression, anxiety, grief, despair, conflict ,lack of resolve, patterns of repetition, worn out "survival mode defenses" Mild and Moderate.
(508) 348-7840 View (508) 348-7840
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Vita R Golub-Ginsburg
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed mental health counselor with two decades of experience helping young adults and adults successfully overcome problems such as life transitions, stress, trauma or substance abuse. I have extensive expertise in helping people courageously face obstacles and learn the cognitive and social emotional skills needed to navigate life successfully. My goal is to help clients find a path to move beyond their worries, highlighting and encouraging them to see, develop and utilize their inner strengths.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with two decades of experience helping young adults and adults successfully overcome problems such as life transitions, stress, trauma or substance abuse. I have extensive expertise in helping people courageously face obstacles and learn the cognitive and social emotional skills needed to navigate life successfully. My goal is to help clients find a path to move beyond their worries, highlighting and encouraging them to see, develop and utilize their inner strengths.
(339) 217-7874 View (339) 217-7874

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Leia Charnin
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
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Somatic Therapists

How does somatic therapy work?

Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.

Is EMDR a somatic therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.

Is somatic therapy evidence-based?

Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.

What is somatic trauma therapy?

Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.