Depression Psychiatrists in Brookline Village, MA
People often come to treatment seeking relief and support. Many are curious about patterns in their lives, and want to develop a deeper, more useful understanding of how and why things are unfolding as they are. Some have ideas about changes they want to make; others feel stymied in their pursuit of a vibrant, creative life. Good therapy provides the opportunity to engage with these and other deeply personal concerns in an environment of warmth and trust.
People often come to treatment seeking relief and support. Many are curious about patterns in their lives, and want to develop a deeper, more useful understanding of how and why things are unfolding as they are. Some have ideas about changes they want to make; others feel stymied in their pursuit of a vibrant, creative life. Good therapy provides the opportunity to engage with these and other deeply personal concerns in an environment of warmth and trust.
Keeping silent and shut down over the years can lead to a variety of painful issues - depression, anxiety, obsessions, physical ailments - which can often lead to difficulty functioning and conflicted relationships.
I will work with you to create a space to begin to identify, feel and understand your feelings. There are important reasons why people struggle and these reasons are worth discovering, a process that often leads to greater self respect, compassion and comfort.
Keeping silent and shut down over the years can lead to a variety of painful issues - depression, anxiety, obsessions, physical ailments - which can often lead to difficulty functioning and conflicted relationships.
I will work with you to create a space to begin to identify, feel and understand your feelings. There are important reasons why people struggle and these reasons are worth discovering, a process that often leads to greater self respect, compassion and comfort.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice for over 20 years, treating patients by integrating psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and, when indicated psychopharmacology. As a physician, I am able to evaluate patients with symptoms which may be medical or psychiatric in origin, understanding the mind-body connection. I see a broad range of patients, some suffering from major mental illness to those healthy individuals seeking to learn more about themselves. A major focus of my private practice is working with college and graduate students. I see students as young as seniors in high school and consult to parents of college age students around the country.
I am a psychiatrist in private practice for over 20 years, treating patients by integrating psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and, when indicated psychopharmacology. As a physician, I am able to evaluate patients with symptoms which may be medical or psychiatric in origin, understanding the mind-body connection. I see a broad range of patients, some suffering from major mental illness to those healthy individuals seeking to learn more about themselves. A major focus of my private practice is working with college and graduate students. I see students as young as seniors in high school and consult to parents of college age students around the country.
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I am a dual board certified child and adolescent as well as an adult psychiatrist who utilizes evidence based treatments for various psycho-pathologies such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis and Autism Related Disorders.
Mental health concerns are increasing rapidly in the past few years due to social media, the pandemic and recent tragedies. It should no longer be stigmatized but rather talked about openly so that individuals understand that they are not alone and that symptoms can improve. I have years of experience assessing and treating individuals with mental illness throughout their lifespan. I believe that at the core of any great mental health service should be trust and good rapport. When someone truly feels comfortable, they are better able to access therapeutic skills that will improve their symptoms.
I am a dual board certified child and adolescent as well as an adult psychiatrist who utilizes evidence based treatments for various psycho-pathologies such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis and Autism Related Disorders.
Mental health concerns are increasing rapidly in the past few years due to social media, the pandemic and recent tragedies. It should no longer be stigmatized but rather talked about openly so that individuals understand that they are not alone and that symptoms can improve. I have years of experience assessing and treating individuals with mental illness throughout their lifespan. I believe that at the core of any great mental health service should be trust and good rapport. When someone truly feels comfortable, they are better able to access therapeutic skills that will improve their symptoms.
Currently accepting new patients! Seeking mental health treatment can be a daunting task. Congrats on taking this first step! At Kind Mind, we strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable, heard and that they are in partnership with their doctor to meet their goals. Therapy can be a wonderful way for patients to understand themselves, relationships, and patterns of interacting in a deeper way to effect positive change in their lives. At times, medication is needed in conjunction with therapy to address acuity of symptoms and augment progress. We also provide medication evaluation and treatment.
Currently accepting new patients! Seeking mental health treatment can be a daunting task. Congrats on taking this first step! At Kind Mind, we strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable, heard and that they are in partnership with their doctor to meet their goals. Therapy can be a wonderful way for patients to understand themselves, relationships, and patterns of interacting in a deeper way to effect positive change in their lives. At times, medication is needed in conjunction with therapy to address acuity of symptoms and augment progress. We also provide medication evaluation and treatment.
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
With 15+ years in outpatient and community behavioral health, and training as both a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I look at your situation from both a pharmacological and a therapeutic perspective, not just one or the other.
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
With 15+ years in outpatient and community behavioral health, and training as both a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I look at your situation from both a pharmacological and a therapeutic perspective, not just one or the other.
I specialize in medication management in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, and bipolar; serving populations 10 years and beyond.
I embrace the power of integrative care to address an individual’s physical, emotional, mental, social, relational, and environmental health concerns. I emphasize building a trusting relationship with each person, incorporate comprehensive assessments, utilize root-cause analysis, and tailor treatment plans for the unique needs of each individual.
I specialize in medication management in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, and bipolar; serving populations 10 years and beyond.
I embrace the power of integrative care to address an individual’s physical, emotional, mental, social, relational, and environmental health concerns. I emphasize building a trusting relationship with each person, incorporate comprehensive assessments, utilize root-cause analysis, and tailor treatment plans for the unique needs of each individual.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many areas of interest including medication management and therapy for those suffering from postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health, women's mental health, and general psychiatry such as Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, and Substance Use Disorders.
I have been a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner since 2016 in a variety of settings - community mental health, corrections, and crisis stabilization. I am trained by Postpartum Support International, specializing in perinatal mental health, guiding those that require psychiatric medication management while trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and postpartum.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many areas of interest including medication management and therapy for those suffering from postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health, women's mental health, and general psychiatry such as Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, and Substance Use Disorders.
I have been a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner since 2016 in a variety of settings - community mental health, corrections, and crisis stabilization. I am trained by Postpartum Support International, specializing in perinatal mental health, guiding those that require psychiatric medication management while trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and postpartum.
Catarina Bongiorni Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, LMHC, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
South Hamilton, MA 01982
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you are here. I can imagine it might have been difficult to start the process of finding a provider with whom you feel safe and connected with in order to meet your goals and ultimately feel better. Mental health stability can be a long process and it's important to feel supported by all folks whom you choose to take on your journey.
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you are here. I can imagine it might have been difficult to start the process of finding a provider with whom you feel safe and connected with in order to meet your goals and ultimately feel better. Mental health stability can be a long process and it's important to feel supported by all folks whom you choose to take on your journey.
I specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, and women’s peripartum mental health—areas where thoughtful, evidence-based support can make a life-changing difference.
My approach is rooted in the belief that mental health care should be as unique as the individual seeking it. I focus on person-centered, comprehensive treatment that goes beyond symptoms to understand your full story. In our work together, you can expect a respectful and collaborative environment where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I specialize in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, and women’s peripartum mental health—areas where thoughtful, evidence-based support can make a life-changing difference.
My approach is rooted in the belief that mental health care should be as unique as the individual seeking it. I focus on person-centered, comprehensive treatment that goes beyond symptoms to understand your full story. In our work together, you can expect a respectful and collaborative environment where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I work with clients ages 13 and up struggling with anxiety, depression, mood concerns, or substance use.
Hello and welcome! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner treating patients ages 12 and up. Before becoming a PMHNP in 2023, I spent a decade as an RN in neurocritical care, cardiology, and case management. This acute medical background deeply informs my holistic approach. While I have extensive experience treating complex conditions in partial hospitalization programs (PHP), I am expanding my private practice to offer long-term, comprehensive medication management. I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and substance use, creating collaborative, conservative treatment plans for your whole being.
I work with clients ages 13 and up struggling with anxiety, depression, mood concerns, or substance use.
Hello and welcome! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner treating patients ages 12 and up. Before becoming a PMHNP in 2023, I spent a decade as an RN in neurocritical care, cardiology, and case management. This acute medical background deeply informs my holistic approach. While I have extensive experience treating complex conditions in partial hospitalization programs (PHP), I am expanding my private practice to offer long-term, comprehensive medication management. I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and substance use, creating collaborative, conservative treatment plans for your whole being.
Melrose-Wakefield Psychiatric Associates, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, RN
2 Endorsed
Wakefield, MA 01880
Extensive experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including eating disorders, depression, anxiety, SUD/AUD, bipolar disorder.
Our aim is to provide exceptional mental healthcare services delivered by a compassionate team committed to enhancing the overall well-being of the community we serve.
Extensive experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including eating disorders, depression, anxiety, SUD/AUD, bipolar disorder.
Our aim is to provide exceptional mental healthcare services delivered by a compassionate team committed to enhancing the overall well-being of the community we serve.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, mood swings, trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions.
As a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring both medical and psychiatric expertise to every visit. I understand how hormones, chronic health conditions, stress, and medications interact—and how those interactions can affect your mood and functioning.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, mood swings, trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions.
As a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring both medical and psychiatric expertise to every visit. I understand how hormones, chronic health conditions, stress, and medications interact—and how those interactions can affect your mood and functioning.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication management, genetic testing, and supportive therapy for adolescents, and adults. I strive to develop an environment where patients feel safe to share their most authentic selves and feel empowered to work together toward meaningful solutions. I collaborate with patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs with medications, lifestyle changes, and therapy. Together we'll work to ensure the safest and most effective use of medications to get you feeling like the best version of yourself.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication management, genetic testing, and supportive therapy for adolescents, and adults. I strive to develop an environment where patients feel safe to share their most authentic selves and feel empowered to work together toward meaningful solutions. I collaborate with patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs with medications, lifestyle changes, and therapy. Together we'll work to ensure the safest and most effective use of medications to get you feeling like the best version of yourself.
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in helping college students and have experience treating anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, more.
As a college student, you may suddenly have to master every aspect of your life with little guidance in college. Have you wondered why you hold such high expectations for yourself? Why do you constantly worry about how others see you? Why do you prioritize others’ feelings over yours? How can you focus on classes and complete assignments on time? You may feel lost and confused. This can lead to sadness, fatigue, loss of interest in activities, or constant anxiety about things that don’t seem to bother others. You may feel like you’ve lost control of your emotions.
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in helping college students and have experience treating anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, more.
As a college student, you may suddenly have to master every aspect of your life with little guidance in college. Have you wondered why you hold such high expectations for yourself? Why do you constantly worry about how others see you? Why do you prioritize others’ feelings over yours? How can you focus on classes and complete assignments on time? You may feel lost and confused. This can lead to sadness, fatigue, loss of interest in activities, or constant anxiety about things that don’t seem to bother others. You may feel like you’ve lost control of your emotions.
I specialize in treating individuals with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.
My approach is rooted in compassion, respect, and evidence-based practices. I offer a supportive environment where you feel safe to express yourself. The mental health journey is unique, and I’m here to help guide you through it, fostering trust, collaboration, and empathy along the way.
I specialize in treating individuals with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.
My approach is rooted in compassion, respect, and evidence-based practices. I offer a supportive environment where you feel safe to express yourself. The mental health journey is unique, and I’m here to help guide you through it, fostering trust, collaboration, and empathy along the way.
I am dedicated to working with clients who are impacted by various mental health conditions, including ADHD, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders such as anxiety or depression, and insomnia.
I am a resourceful and goal-oriented Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a solid background in Telemedicine and hands-on experience gained over 10 years of experience in health care. With four years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), I have worked across multiple healthcare settings. Additionally, I have excelled in a leadership role as a charge Nurse LPN, successfully driving initiatives to enhance clinical documentation, improve clinical processes, and expand nurses' clinical knowledge.
I am dedicated to working with clients who are impacted by various mental health conditions, including ADHD, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders such as anxiety or depression, and insomnia.
I am a resourceful and goal-oriented Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a solid background in Telemedicine and hands-on experience gained over 10 years of experience in health care. With four years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), I have worked across multiple healthcare settings. Additionally, I have excelled in a leadership role as a charge Nurse LPN, successfully driving initiatives to enhance clinical documentation, improve clinical processes, and expand nurses' clinical knowledge.
We have completed extra training specifically for treating PMDD, pre and post natal depression, and anxiety.
We utilize the state prescription monitoring service to confirm medication history and ensure safe prescribing practices of controlled medications. Clients with ADHD are required to have a copy of their neuropsychiatric testing results available. Drug testing may be utilized to ensure compliance and safety at our discretion.
We have completed extra training specifically for treating PMDD, pre and post natal depression, and anxiety.
We utilize the state prescription monitoring service to confirm medication history and ensure safe prescribing practices of controlled medications. Clients with ADHD are required to have a copy of their neuropsychiatric testing results available. Drug testing may be utilized to ensure compliance and safety at our discretion.
People reach out to me with a variety of concerns including anxiety, attention difficulty, depression, sleep trouble, grief, relationship issues, sexual identity, self-esteem, life transitions and so much more.
I enjoy getting to know my patients and learning what is important to them. With almost 20 years of experience in health care, I've found that this is the best way for me to help my clients achieve their goals. For many patients, this is accomplished with a combination of therapy and medication, when appropriate.
People reach out to me with a variety of concerns including anxiety, attention difficulty, depression, sleep trouble, grief, relationship issues, sexual identity, self-esteem, life transitions and so much more.
I enjoy getting to know my patients and learning what is important to them. With almost 20 years of experience in health care, I've found that this is the best way for me to help my clients achieve their goals. For many patients, this is accomplished with a combination of therapy and medication, when appropriate.
I'm Lisa Shaffer, a board- certified PMHNP providing treatment for psychiatric ailments and disorders across the lifespan.
I have been practicing in a variety of clinical care settings since 2015. Clinical care areas I've worked and trained in include inpatient, outpatient and emergency care (medical and psychiatric).
Over the years my practice has evolved to provide a more holistic approach.
While I continue to prescribe medication, I strongly believe that finding the root cause of symptoms through a functional medicine approach provides client's with the best outcomes.
I'm Lisa Shaffer, a board- certified PMHNP providing treatment for psychiatric ailments and disorders across the lifespan.
I have been practicing in a variety of clinical care settings since 2015. Clinical care areas I've worked and trained in include inpatient, outpatient and emergency care (medical and psychiatric).
Over the years my practice has evolved to provide a more holistic approach.
While I continue to prescribe medication, I strongly believe that finding the root cause of symptoms through a functional medicine approach provides client's with the best outcomes.
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FAQ - Depression Psychiatrists
How can a psychiatrist help with depression?
Depression can be a deeply challenging and often debilitating condition that affects an individual's ability to function in day-to-day life, influencing everything from personal relationships and work performance to motivation, energy levels, and overall emotional well-being. However, psychiatrists can help individuals experiencing depression and related conditions—such as major depressive disorder (MDD), seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and postpartum depression—by providing a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. Psychiatrists who specialize in depression are typically trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities that are proven to support recovery from depressive symptoms, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and interpersonal therapy (IPT).
What can you expect from the treatment process?
The process of working with a psychiatrist usually begins with an evaluation or assessment, which allows the psychiatrist to understand the client’s medical history and current symptoms. This initial assessment serves to help develop a treatment plan and can help the psychiatrist assess whether a client may benefit from medication, talk therapy, or a combination of both. As treatment progresses, psychiatrists continue to monitor the individual’s response to therapy and any prescribed medications; they may also work in collaboration with other mental health professionals on a client's care team, such as therapists, psychologists, or social workers, in order to ensure a client receives coordinated care. In many cases, individuals meet with their psychiatrist on a weekly or biweekly basis for several months or more, which allows enough time to evaluate treatment outcomes and for medications—such as antidepressants—to take full effect. For some clients, particularly those with less severe symptoms or more focused goals, shorter-term therapy may be offered, especially when the psychiatrist is trained in structured approaches like solution-focused therapy or brief therapy models.
How to find the right psychiatrist for depression?
Given the prevalence of depression, many psychiatrists possess considerable experience treating it. Still, it is important to find a provider who is a good personal and clinical fit. Resources like Psychology Today’s online directory make it easy to locate psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in depression and related conditions. The directory includes filters that allow users to search by specialty, cost, location, and identity preferences. When considering a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific experience treating depression, their approach to therapy and medication, and whether they offer care in a convenient format—either in-person or via telehealth. Additionally, for some individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, finding a psychiatrist who shares or has familiarity with their cultural, racial, or gender identity can make a significant difference in the effectiveness of care.