Therapy is an opportunity to make meaning of our experiences and achieve agency in the here and now. My goal is to partner and collaborate with my clients in that process. I am deeply interested in how we tell the stories of our lives and use those stories to cope, make sense of reality, and understand ourselves. Grounded in trauma-informed psychodynamic and relational practice, I draw from cognitive behavioral, narrative, and mindfulness therapies, with a particular belief in the importance of ...
Hello, I'm Michael. With 27 years of professional experience, I am licensed in Massachusetts, Maryland, Vermont, and Arizona. My journey in mental health care has given me the privilege of helping clients navigate through various challenges, including stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting concerns. I also have a deep specialization in supporting individuals and families dealing with cancer at all stages, providing a compassionate space for them to process and heal...
Hello, I'm Shelly. I have extensive experience in helping clients navigate relationship issues, intimacy-related concerns, anger management, anxiety, depression, and addiction. My approach is to tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, ensuring that you receive the personalized care you deserve. Taking the first step toward seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and I am here to support you in that process. My therapeutic philosophy is...
Hello, I'm Donna. Mental health symptoms and difficulties managing your life can arise from stressful situations, life transitions, grief and loss, addiction, and past or present trauma. These stressors can feel overwhelming and significantly impact your mental health and daily functioning. I'm here to assist you on your mental health journey, and together, we can find the best solutions and support for you to feel better and live a more productive, fulfilling life. I graduated from Lesley U...
Hi, I'm Dee! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 3 years of professional work experience. I specialize in anxious and depressive disorders, but I am by no means limited to these issues. I am trained and certified in CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!...
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 T...
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Whether you're juggling life’s day-to-day stressors or facing a major life transition, life can feel complicated and overwhelming. Maybe you feel stuck in unproductive patterns of behavior or want to create meaningful, healthy relationships. Many of the women I work with are navigating pregnancy or fertility journeys, transitioning into motherhood, or are motivated to shift patterns within their family or close relationships. I am passionate about helping women to improve their sense of self and...
My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to your unique needs. I draw from relational psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy, trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Unified Protocol for Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders (UP). Additionally, I incorporate developmental psychology, mindfulness, and multicultural perspectives, ensuring our sessions are holistic and person-centered. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, fami...
I have been a practicing psychologist, psychoanalyst, and teacher for many years, and I offer psychotherapy tailored to address the unique needs and goals of my individual clients. Many want to work on specific problems relating to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or childhood trauma. Many are successful people, but find they struggle with one specific area, for example intimate relationships. Some are not sure what, exactly, is wrong, but know that they feel stuck in their lives and are l...
At Back Bay Mental Health, we connect best with college students from Boston and Cambridge who are juggling the intense pressures of school, social life, and figuring out who they are—all while facing mental health challenges that can make it feel impossible to keep up. Whether you’re a BU student burning out from late-night study sessions, a Harvard undergrad wrestling with anxiety that’s derailing your focus, or a BC student quietly struggling with depression after a tough semester, we get it....
Sometimes, life can be difficult, and I believe that therapy can provide a safe place to process and work through the challenges in your unique journey. I provide a nurturing and collaborative space to meet you as you are and help you gain a deeper sense of your authentic self. My integrative and holistic approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and empathetic, seeking to create awareness and compassion for all the parts that comprise you. I work with individuals navigating relationsh...
Hello, I'm Lawrence. Discover your full potential and embrace healing, personal growth, and happiness through therapy. I believe that everyone has the capacity to feel better and thrive, and I am here to guide and support you through any challenging individual or life difficulties you may be facing. With 25 years of experience as a behavioral health and wellness therapist, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, including adults, couples, adolescents, children, f...
Hello, I'm Joelle. My journey in social work and counseling began in 2008 during my graduate studies at Boston College. I started my career in a men's medium security prison in Massachusetts, where I provided individual and group therapy to vulnerable incarcerated individuals facing mental health challenges. This experience shaped my understanding of resilience and the importance of mental health support in difficult circumstances. After several years in correctional mental health, I transit...
Get back to feeling like yourself. Everyone struggles sometimes—whether it’s with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, or big life transitions. At Blue Square Counseling, our supportive therapists will work with you to create a plan that fits your needs and goals. We’ll walk alongside you every step of the way so you feel empowered, understood, and ready to move forward....
Are you caught up in OCD, anxiety, or a phobia that is preventing you from living life on your own terms? Do you feel stuck in your own mind and overwhelmed by simply getting through the day? I am passionate about helping older teens and adults get unstuck from unhelpful "stuff." I offer individual therapy for motivated people who are tired of accommodating their OCD or phobia, can't avoid their anxiety any longer, and are sick of being trapped in their own thoughts. Our sessions together can be...
Do you ever feel like you're doing well on paper but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of where you’re headed? Maybe you're juggling academic pressures, relationship challenges, or navigating the transition into adulthood, and it’s starting to feel like too much. Therapy can help. Hi, I’m Dr. Terán, a Harvard-trained psychologist offering grounded, collaborative therapy tailored to your needs. I’m an in-network provider for Tufts and Boston College students through UHC Student Resour...
Hello, I'm Anita. I support individuals and couples working through issues related to depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, fatigue, medical health challenges, communication issues, and trauma. My approach to therapy is collaborative, and I use curiosity, respect, informed listening skills, and an embodied presence to support you with your concerns. I am trained in Gottman Family Therapy, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Care, Dialectical Behavior The...
Samantha Cronin is an independently Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She provides a unique expressive and psycho dynamic lens that utilizes positive regard, self-awareness, motivational interviewing, and mindful trauma-informed care. As an expressive therapist, she utilizes creative modalities including journaling, music, dream work, creative writing and art. In mindful based practices, she utilizes her 200hr yoga certification to guide you in learning how to apply breath-work, grounding...
Many people live their life in survival mode, many accept this for the best that they and life can offer. It is my belief that everyone is capable of experiencing the ability to thrive in life. When we settle for just surviving, we are not truly in control, and we seldom see the outcomes we truly desire in our lives. Surviving can cause you discomfort and sometimes interfere with meaningful relationships, and your sense of achievement. Life can be difficult to manage, tackling it requires the ri...