Feminist Therapists in 02464
Nikki Huijun Li
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, R-DMT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
Nikki works with children and adults of all backgrounds, specializing in children with special needs, parenting/co-parenting, couples' therapy and polyamory, international students, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, personal growth, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Nikki works with children and adults of all backgrounds, specializing in children with special needs, parenting/co-parenting, couples' therapy and polyamory, international students, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, personal growth, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Revathi Tripuraneni
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02464
Revathi completed her master’s in counseling psychology at Northeastern University with a concentration in children and adolescents’ mental health. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and older adults living with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, substance use issues, ADHD, and autism.
Revathi completed her master’s in counseling psychology at Northeastern University with a concentration in children and adolescents’ mental health. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and older adults living with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, substance use issues, ADHD, and autism.
Sam Punt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA CMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
Client: youth, adolescents, college population, adults. Concerns: substance misuse, autism, dual diagnosis, self-harm, suicidality, physical disability, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, religious trauma, life transitions, divorce, legality concerns, and numerous others.
Client: youth, adolescents, college population, adults. Concerns: substance misuse, autism, dual diagnosis, self-harm, suicidality, physical disability, schizophrenia, personality disorders, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, religious trauma, life transitions, divorce, legality concerns, and numerous others.
Katrin Otterness
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02464
Congratulations! If you're reading this, that means you're taking the first step to healing and improving your well-being. Getting started can be the hardest part and I'm proud of your courage and willingness. Have you been feeling down and unmotivated? Or maybe your life is moving too fast? Perhaps you're worried and scared about what lies ahead or can't stop thinking about what has already happened. Maybe you just need to talk. Whatever the reason - I am here to listen and help. Not your mother's therapist! Or maybe I am, but I have a different approach to healing than the therapy you see in the movies.
Congratulations! If you're reading this, that means you're taking the first step to healing and improving your well-being. Getting started can be the hardest part and I'm proud of your courage and willingness. Have you been feeling down and unmotivated? Or maybe your life is moving too fast? Perhaps you're worried and scared about what lies ahead or can't stop thinking about what has already happened. Maybe you just need to talk. Whatever the reason - I am here to listen and help. Not your mother's therapist! Or maybe I am, but I have a different approach to healing than the therapy you see in the movies.
Laura Pirrotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02464
What if you could start feeling better? I would love to support and explore how we can make change happen for you. Maybe you are tired of managing those racing thoughts on your own or struggling to figure out the best next step for your career or relationship - either way I can help. I work with clients whose anxiety/depression has made it difficult to get the most out of their day. Together, we can work to figure out how to feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to do what you want to do without the worry getting in the way.
What if you could start feeling better? I would love to support and explore how we can make change happen for you. Maybe you are tired of managing those racing thoughts on your own or struggling to figure out the best next step for your career or relationship - either way I can help. I work with clients whose anxiety/depression has made it difficult to get the most out of their day. Together, we can work to figure out how to feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to do what you want to do without the worry getting in the way.
Shannon Mackey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02464
I have experience helping people of diverse backgrounds and identities in various stages of life, including adolescents, young adults, middle adults, and older adults, as they explore issues that arise through transitions, losses, daily stresses, and changing relationships as well as experiences of grief, trauma, family issues, identity exploration, divorce, infertility, depression, and anxiety. Different phases of life can bring new challenges or raise old concerns that we thought were behind us. I assist people in exploring their current worries in response to specific goals as well as the desire for deeper understanding.
I have experience helping people of diverse backgrounds and identities in various stages of life, including adolescents, young adults, middle adults, and older adults, as they explore issues that arise through transitions, losses, daily stresses, and changing relationships as well as experiences of grief, trauma, family issues, identity exploration, divorce, infertility, depression, and anxiety. Different phases of life can bring new challenges or raise old concerns that we thought were behind us. I assist people in exploring their current worries in response to specific goals as well as the desire for deeper understanding.
Megan McElroy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02464
Not accepting new clients
Hello! I am a therapist with a graduate degree in clinical mental health counseling and expressive arts therapy from Lesley University. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed and LGBTQ+ affirming, with the purpose of creating a supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I Integrate the elements of dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, feminist theory, strength-based therapy, and expressive arts therapy. I am passionate about providing competent and compassionate care and working to fill in the gaps where people fall through the system.
Hello! I am a therapist with a graduate degree in clinical mental health counseling and expressive arts therapy from Lesley University. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed and LGBTQ+ affirming, with the purpose of creating a supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I Integrate the elements of dialectical behavior therapy, narrative therapy, feminist theory, strength-based therapy, and expressive arts therapy. I am passionate about providing competent and compassionate care and working to fill in the gaps where people fall through the system.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.