Therapists in 01720
I believe that ultimately the therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy. I work hard to foster that relationship, so that you feel as comfortable as possible while we take on the issues that are troubling you. I want to ensure you feel safe and respected. I want you to feel heard. I am a compassionate listener and work with you to meet your goals. I am also a Certified Care Manager and have helped many people who find themselves in the sometimes complex role of caregiver. I work with people on issues such as anxiety, depression, stress management, and caregiving issues.
I believe that ultimately the therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy. I work hard to foster that relationship, so that you feel as comfortable as possible while we take on the issues that are troubling you. I want to ensure you feel safe and respected. I want you to feel heard. I am a compassionate listener and work with you to meet your goals. I am also a Certified Care Manager and have helped many people who find themselves in the sometimes complex role of caregiver. I work with people on issues such as anxiety, depression, stress management, and caregiving issues.
I strive to help people find a more comfortable and richer relationship with themselves and the world around them. Drawing upon many years of clinical experience and my own personal journey, I assist clients to address their relationship difficulties, internal critics and stuck patterns of behavior with curiosity and compassion. Clients discover the energy within themselves to approach the world with less fear and more playfulness. My priority is always to create a safe, supportive environment. I enjoy getting to know my clients and am very grateful that I get to do the work I do.
I strive to help people find a more comfortable and richer relationship with themselves and the world around them. Drawing upon many years of clinical experience and my own personal journey, I assist clients to address their relationship difficulties, internal critics and stuck patterns of behavior with curiosity and compassion. Clients discover the energy within themselves to approach the world with less fear and more playfulness. My priority is always to create a safe, supportive environment. I enjoy getting to know my clients and am very grateful that I get to do the work I do.
I am an LMHC educated at Lesley University with over 20 years experience in the mental health field. I walk beside you as you get back in touch with who you are, your true potential, what you need & deserve as you discover your personal truth, identity and voice. I utilize person-centered CBT, DBT, inner child work, motivational interviewing, psychodynamics, expressive and play therapies, mindfulness and strength-based positive psychology to reduce the symptoms causing distress. I treat individual children age 6 +, adolescents and adults and occassionally will offer group therapy.
I am an LMHC educated at Lesley University with over 20 years experience in the mental health field. I walk beside you as you get back in touch with who you are, your true potential, what you need & deserve as you discover your personal truth, identity and voice. I utilize person-centered CBT, DBT, inner child work, motivational interviewing, psychodynamics, expressive and play therapies, mindfulness and strength-based positive psychology to reduce the symptoms causing distress. I treat individual children age 6 +, adolescents and adults and occassionally will offer group therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist who works with adolescents and young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, school challenges, and interpersonal difficulties. In addition to working as a therapist, I hold faculty appointments at Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital, where I previously worked as a staff psychologist and continue to serve as a supervisor. My experience in these roles enables me to work effectively with young people whose distress is particularly overwhelming and incapacitating.
I am a clinical psychologist who works with adolescents and young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, school challenges, and interpersonal difficulties. In addition to working as a therapist, I hold faculty appointments at Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital, where I previously worked as a staff psychologist and continue to serve as a supervisor. My experience in these roles enables me to work effectively with young people whose distress is particularly overwhelming and incapacitating.
As a former conference planner with a bachelor's degree in both biology and German studies, I believe that the direct path is not always the most transformational. I've worked as a high school counselor and as community outreach therapist, conducting sessions in elementary, middle, and high schools in the Greater Lowell area. While I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, I've worked most frequently with children, adolescents, and young adults, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
As a former conference planner with a bachelor's degree in both biology and German studies, I believe that the direct path is not always the most transformational. I've worked as a high school counselor and as community outreach therapist, conducting sessions in elementary, middle, and high schools in the Greater Lowell area. While I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, I've worked most frequently with children, adolescents, and young adults, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, authenticity, and practical support. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, social difficulties, life transitions, or other concerns, I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll develop practical tools, increase self-awareness, and build the confidence to help you feel more comfortable being your authentic self. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and believe therapy should move at a pace that feels right for you.
I am committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, authenticity, and practical support. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, social difficulties, life transitions, or other concerns, I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll develop practical tools, increase self-awareness, and build the confidence to help you feel more comfortable being your authentic self. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and believe therapy should move at a pace that feels right for you.
I see adolescents and adults struggling with various stressors or mental health concerns. It is important to me that the clients I see feel interested in exploring their behavior and motivated to change.
I see adolescents and adults struggling with various stressors or mental health concerns. It is important to me that the clients I see feel interested in exploring their behavior and motivated to change.
“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. I’m a psychologist with 30 years’ experience. I help children, teens, and adults tackle anxiety: generalized anxiety (constant worry), panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and social anxiety. You'll learn how anxiety works, and we'll develop an individualized treatment plan, based on CBT, in person exposure therapy for OCD, or parent coaching. Clinical Hypnosis is an evidence-based treatment for anxiety, pain, and managing habits such as smoking/vaping and dealing with difficult issues from the past.
“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. I’m a psychologist with 30 years’ experience. I help children, teens, and adults tackle anxiety: generalized anxiety (constant worry), panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and social anxiety. You'll learn how anxiety works, and we'll develop an individualized treatment plan, based on CBT, in person exposure therapy for OCD, or parent coaching. Clinical Hypnosis is an evidence-based treatment for anxiety, pain, and managing habits such as smoking/vaping and dealing with difficult issues from the past.
My work with clients is direct, but infused with a generous dose of humor, empathy, and compassion. I believe in creating a safe space where clients can express their zone, and my deepest hope is that clients can walk away from each session having gained more insight and a new goal to work towards. My natural energy is always present in session; I have a particular interest in helping young adults get unstuck and move toward newness, be it within the realm of their emotional wellbeing or in a performance-related setting.
My work with clients is direct, but infused with a generous dose of humor, empathy, and compassion. I believe in creating a safe space where clients can express their zone, and my deepest hope is that clients can walk away from each session having gained more insight and a new goal to work towards. My natural energy is always present in session; I have a particular interest in helping young adults get unstuck and move toward newness, be it within the realm of their emotional wellbeing or in a performance-related setting.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship difficulties robbing you of the peace and contentment that you long for? Using empathy, finely honed listening skills, and drawing on years of clinical experience, I’d be happy to explore if we can work well together. My style is warm, and I value collaboration with clients, who are the experts in their own lives. We may focus on adding new skills, but I believe much of the success in therapy is about the relationship between client and therapist. Our relationship may be short term or longer, but above all my wish is to help you with the issue that brings you into the office.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship difficulties robbing you of the peace and contentment that you long for? Using empathy, finely honed listening skills, and drawing on years of clinical experience, I’d be happy to explore if we can work well together. My style is warm, and I value collaboration with clients, who are the experts in their own lives. We may focus on adding new skills, but I believe much of the success in therapy is about the relationship between client and therapist. Our relationship may be short term or longer, but above all my wish is to help you with the issue that brings you into the office.
Suzanne Dirstine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Acton, MA 01720
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! As a trauma specialist I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be a uniquely safe and nurturing space where you can truly be yourself. I take an attachment based approach to therapy, understanding that a foundation of safety is crucial to making real changes in how we think and feel in relationships. My style is warm, compassionate and attentive to your needs, ensuring that you feel valued and understood in our time together.
Welcome! As a trauma specialist I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be a uniquely safe and nurturing space where you can truly be yourself. I take an attachment based approach to therapy, understanding that a foundation of safety is crucial to making real changes in how we think and feel in relationships. My style is warm, compassionate and attentive to your needs, ensuring that you feel valued and understood in our time together.
The journey begins with you. For many years I have assisted individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and terminal illness. I bring a compassionate, mindful and non-judgmental approach to counseling. We will explore the root cause of your discomfort. Together we will engage and explore your goals, thoughts, and feelings. We will look at ways to increase and empower your resourcefulness and positivity while addressing unwanted behaviors and thoughts. Personal transformation and life transitions can be opportunities for reflection, healing, insight, awareness, and newness; a journey toward health and happiness.
The journey begins with you. For many years I have assisted individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and terminal illness. I bring a compassionate, mindful and non-judgmental approach to counseling. We will explore the root cause of your discomfort. Together we will engage and explore your goals, thoughts, and feelings. We will look at ways to increase and empower your resourcefulness and positivity while addressing unwanted behaviors and thoughts. Personal transformation and life transitions can be opportunities for reflection, healing, insight, awareness, and newness; a journey toward health and happiness.
Sometimes we're not our "best selves." We change in ways we're not happy about, or, don't change in ways we'd like to. We feel too sad, disoriented, mad, anxious, numb, ashamed; we have one too many, too often. Job performance can suffer, relationships can wobble, getting to sleep (or out of bed) can become a chore. Life can fade in color, or, become too colorful. Together you and I can find a flashlight for your dark corners, and a negotiated, generative space from which to address painful, sometimes scary and/or frustrating situations and feelings.
Sometimes we're not our "best selves." We change in ways we're not happy about, or, don't change in ways we'd like to. We feel too sad, disoriented, mad, anxious, numb, ashamed; we have one too many, too often. Job performance can suffer, relationships can wobble, getting to sleep (or out of bed) can become a chore. Life can fade in color, or, become too colorful. Together you and I can find a flashlight for your dark corners, and a negotiated, generative space from which to address painful, sometimes scary and/or frustrating situations and feelings.
Many of my patients are recovering from addictions of various sorts. Many of them, as well as other patients, have mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder). I also work with individuals and families struggling with problems in work and career, marriage and similar relationships, and what are often described as existential or spiritual crises--the lack of a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I involve families in therapy when possible--people don't live and learn as isolated individuals.
Many of my patients are recovering from addictions of various sorts. Many of them, as well as other patients, have mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder). I also work with individuals and families struggling with problems in work and career, marriage and similar relationships, and what are often described as existential or spiritual crises--the lack of a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I involve families in therapy when possible--people don't live and learn as isolated individuals.
Heather O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Please Note: the only MassHealth plan I can accept at this time is Tufts Health Together (public plan). -
-I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to making progress in therapy. I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental space for us to begin our work together. I am an active therapist and will work collaboratively with you to make therapy goals, learn and practice new coping skills, and solve problems.
Please Note: the only MassHealth plan I can accept at this time is Tufts Health Together (public plan). -
-I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to making progress in therapy. I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental space for us to begin our work together. I am an active therapist and will work collaboratively with you to make therapy goals, learn and practice new coping skills, and solve problems.
Jennifer Pavlopoulos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Acton, MA 01720
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working closely with individuals to help find the inner wisdom and self-compassion necessary to achieve desired change. Using a a foundation of psychodynamic theory, attachment/developmental theory, EMDR and related techniques, and relational models, I tailor therapy for each client with the goal of supporting better functioning and wellness.
I enjoy working closely with individuals to help find the inner wisdom and self-compassion necessary to achieve desired change. Using a a foundation of psychodynamic theory, attachment/developmental theory, EMDR and related techniques, and relational models, I tailor therapy for each client with the goal of supporting better functioning and wellness.
Hello! Taking the first steps towards therapy is courageous, and by reading this, you are already moving forward. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and struggles in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. My clients describe me as collaborative, empathetic, and trustworthy. Together, we will increase your insight and develop tools to enhance your strength and resilience. I bring with me over two decades of professional experience and continuing state of the art training, and I welcome you wherever you are on your journey towards healing and growth.
Hello! Taking the first steps towards therapy is courageous, and by reading this, you are already moving forward. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and struggles in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. My clients describe me as collaborative, empathetic, and trustworthy. Together, we will increase your insight and develop tools to enhance your strength and resilience. I bring with me over two decades of professional experience and continuing state of the art training, and I welcome you wherever you are on your journey towards healing and growth.
My ideal clients are couples that love each other but are stuck in old patterns and behaviors that cause conflict, withdrawal, and resentment. Trust and emotional shutdown may also be present along with power struggles and past trauma and the impact on the relationship.
I also work with individuals coping with past trauma and anxiety.
My ideal clients are couples that love each other but are stuck in old patterns and behaviors that cause conflict, withdrawal, and resentment. Trust and emotional shutdown may also be present along with power struggles and past trauma and the impact on the relationship.
I also work with individuals coping with past trauma and anxiety.
I have enormous respect for those who ask for help. When working with people I create an environment which fosters safety and comfort in a way that is respectful. My goal is to really listen and gain an understanding of you as an individual. We will work to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and/or stories that get in the way of feeling happy and content or that may be inhibiting relationships. Together, we will identify personal strengths and build on them while developing skills to live a life with more meaning and fulfillment.
I have enormous respect for those who ask for help. When working with people I create an environment which fosters safety and comfort in a way that is respectful. My goal is to really listen and gain an understanding of you as an individual. We will work to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and/or stories that get in the way of feeling happy and content or that may be inhibiting relationships. Together, we will identify personal strengths and build on them while developing skills to live a life with more meaning and fulfillment.
Emily Hogan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I’m glad you’re here. We all face challenges in life, and you are worth the support you're seeking. I am a unique fit for you if you identify as queer or NB, neurodivergent, and/or chronically ill (esp. with EDS, POTS, ME/CFS, long COVID, and autoimmune conditions). Perhaps you're here because you're facing an important decision, medical trauma, new or ongoing disability, executive function struggles, or sexuality/gender/identity questions. If you'd like support with trauma, I'm fully EMDR trained. I'm also a certified perinatal therapist, here to support you in all aspects of your fertility, pregnancy or parenthood journey.
Hello! I’m glad you’re here. We all face challenges in life, and you are worth the support you're seeking. I am a unique fit for you if you identify as queer or NB, neurodivergent, and/or chronically ill (esp. with EDS, POTS, ME/CFS, long COVID, and autoimmune conditions). Perhaps you're here because you're facing an important decision, medical trauma, new or ongoing disability, executive function struggles, or sexuality/gender/identity questions. If you'd like support with trauma, I'm fully EMDR trained. I'm also a certified perinatal therapist, here to support you in all aspects of your fertility, pregnancy or parenthood journey.
See more therapy options for 01720
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 01720
100+
Average cost per session
$185
Therapists in 01720 who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 96% | Social Anxiety |
| 96% | Health Anxiety |
| 96% | Driving Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 78% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
21 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 97% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 57% | Harvard Pilgrim |
| 53% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 01720 see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |