Therapists in 02478
My ideal client is someone who actively engages in our 60-minute sessions, is open to exploring new approaches, and is committed to their progress. They understand that therapy is a journey of growth, not perfection, and they are patient with the process. I value clients who maintain open communication, feel comfortable sharing their struggles, and know that they will be met with understanding and without judgment.
My ideal client is someone who actively engages in our 60-minute sessions, is open to exploring new approaches, and is committed to their progress. They understand that therapy is a journey of growth, not perfection, and they are patient with the process. I value clients who maintain open communication, feel comfortable sharing their struggles, and know that they will be met with understanding and without judgment.
Dr. Santagati's areas of special training and expertise include several clinical issues: working with individuals, couples and families who have depression, anxiety, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, interpersonal difficulties and conflict. Her approach to therapy is influenced by several theoretical backgrounds such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems, Humanistic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. You will decide in collaboration with Dr. Santagati which therapeutic approach is the right one for you!
Dr. Santagati's areas of special training and expertise include several clinical issues: working with individuals, couples and families who have depression, anxiety, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, interpersonal difficulties and conflict. Her approach to therapy is influenced by several theoretical backgrounds such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems, Humanistic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. You will decide in collaboration with Dr. Santagati which therapeutic approach is the right one for you!
Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, identity exploration, and emotional ups and downs. I specialize in helping teens navigate the unique challenges they face—whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, or the pressures of school and social life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are. I believe that with the right support, every teen has the potential to build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, identity exploration, and emotional ups and downs. I specialize in helping teens navigate the unique challenges they face—whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, or the pressures of school and social life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are. I believe that with the right support, every teen has the potential to build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey—you bring your story, strengths, and needs, and together we work toward healing and growth. My approach is grounded in strength-based, person-centered, and family systems practices, tailored to your unique goals. Many of the challenges that bring people to therapy are rooted in connection—how we relate to ourselves, others, and the systems around us. I provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to explore these connections and strengthen the ones that matter most.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey—you bring your story, strengths, and needs, and together we work toward healing and growth. My approach is grounded in strength-based, person-centered, and family systems practices, tailored to your unique goals. Many of the challenges that bring people to therapy are rooted in connection—how we relate to ourselves, others, and the systems around us. I provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to explore these connections and strengthen the ones that matter most.
My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.
My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.
Maybe you find yourself at a crossroads where you don't know what direction to go. Perhaps you lost hope and find yourself questioning your own self-worth and purpose in life. You want to be happy, but the storms in your life don't let you take a breath, and you get tired.
Maybe you find yourself at a crossroads where you don't know what direction to go. Perhaps you lost hope and find yourself questioning your own self-worth and purpose in life. You want to be happy, but the storms in your life don't let you take a breath, and you get tired.
Integrative Psychotherapy & TMS by Dr. Ying Cao
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Belmont, MA 02478
Thriving in an evermore complex world can be overwhelming; mental health is key and self-actualization is a journey best undertaken with good support. Hello! I am a Harvard-affiliated psychiatrist and MIT-trained engineer with an extensive background in psychotherapy and integrative mind-body wellness care. I believe in the motto "Mind & Hand" and the transformative power of integrative care that aims to incorporate the full biopsychosocial experience of each client and actualize lasting growth through facilitating insight, addressing root-causes, shifting paradigms, upgrading skills, and implementing measurable improvements.
Thriving in an evermore complex world can be overwhelming; mental health is key and self-actualization is a journey best undertaken with good support. Hello! I am a Harvard-affiliated psychiatrist and MIT-trained engineer with an extensive background in psychotherapy and integrative mind-body wellness care. I believe in the motto "Mind & Hand" and the transformative power of integrative care that aims to incorporate the full biopsychosocial experience of each client and actualize lasting growth through facilitating insight, addressing root-causes, shifting paradigms, upgrading skills, and implementing measurable improvements.
I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I believe that therapy should be collaborative, supportive, and warm, while also facilitating real change in clients' lives. You may benefit from working with me if you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or lonely; or struggling with low self-esteem or lack of confidence. I can assist you in better managing relationship or family conflict, work- or school-related stress, parenting or caregiver stress, grief/loss, and major transitions.
I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I believe that therapy should be collaborative, supportive, and warm, while also facilitating real change in clients' lives. You may benefit from working with me if you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or lonely; or struggling with low self-esteem or lack of confidence. I can assist you in better managing relationship or family conflict, work- or school-related stress, parenting or caregiver stress, grief/loss, and major transitions.
I am a therapist who integrates clinical expertise with a compassionate approach to support individuals, couples, and families. I take a holistic perspective on therapy, attending not only to psychological needs but also to relational, cultural, and somatic experiences—such as how stress is carried in the body. Informed by my own experiences navigating grief, anxiety, and the challenges of community hardship, I strive to hold space for clients with deep empathy and without judgment. Grounded in psychological training and a respect for lived experience, I believe healing occurs when clients feel truly seen, supported, and understood.
I am a therapist who integrates clinical expertise with a compassionate approach to support individuals, couples, and families. I take a holistic perspective on therapy, attending not only to psychological needs but also to relational, cultural, and somatic experiences—such as how stress is carried in the body. Informed by my own experiences navigating grief, anxiety, and the challenges of community hardship, I strive to hold space for clients with deep empathy and without judgment. Grounded in psychological training and a respect for lived experience, I believe healing occurs when clients feel truly seen, supported, and understood.
With over 12 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults in both clinical and school-based settings, I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership focused on growth and healing. My role is to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where clients feel heard, validated, and guided toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with adolescents (ages 10–21) who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral difficulties that affect school performance and overall well-being.
With over 12 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults in both clinical and school-based settings, I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership focused on growth and healing. My role is to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where clients feel heard, validated, and guided toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with adolescents (ages 10–21) who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral difficulties that affect school performance and overall well-being.
I specialize in body image issues, eating disorders, athletes, OCD, academic stress, anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic approach is warm and flexible, grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and exposure therapy.
I find that people often assume that they “should” know how to approach therapy. In reality, it often takes time to understand the process! I strive to create space for ongoing dialogues about our work together and how to make therapy as effective as possible.
I specialize in body image issues, eating disorders, athletes, OCD, academic stress, anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic approach is warm and flexible, grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and exposure therapy.
I find that people often assume that they “should” know how to approach therapy. In reality, it often takes time to understand the process! I strive to create space for ongoing dialogues about our work together and how to make therapy as effective as possible.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a space in which clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and experiences while feeling safe, heard, and understood. My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, person-centered, and strengths-based. I weave in aspects of a variety of other styles including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and social thinking components based on the unique and individual needs of each client. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults on topics including; anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, school related concerns, trauma, and low self-esteem.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a space in which clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and experiences while feeling safe, heard, and understood. My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, person-centered, and strengths-based. I weave in aspects of a variety of other styles including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and social thinking components based on the unique and individual needs of each client. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults on topics including; anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, school related concerns, trauma, and low self-esteem.
I work with people who long for deeper, more reciprocal relationships, a life that actually fits, and a way of being that doesn’t require so much effort to maintain. You know how to hold it all together. You show up, take care of others, work hard, and keep moving, regardless of what you need. Externally, all looks well, but internally, you feel stuck in patterns that leave you feeling drained, unseen, weighed down by pain, burned out, or always chasing. I specialize in working with high-performers, perfectionists, people pleasers, or anxious attachers who seek greater satisfaction, connection, peace, and balance in their life.
I work with people who long for deeper, more reciprocal relationships, a life that actually fits, and a way of being that doesn’t require so much effort to maintain. You know how to hold it all together. You show up, take care of others, work hard, and keep moving, regardless of what you need. Externally, all looks well, but internally, you feel stuck in patterns that leave you feeling drained, unseen, weighed down by pain, burned out, or always chasing. I specialize in working with high-performers, perfectionists, people pleasers, or anxious attachers who seek greater satisfaction, connection, peace, and balance in their life.
As a clinician with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, I take a person-centered and multicultural approach to therapy—always considering the unique context of your family, racial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual identities. My personal experiences as an allow me to bring additional understanding and empathy into the therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and inclusive space for healing. I provide psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, life transitions, and the unique mental health concerns experienced within communities of color.
As a clinician with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, I take a person-centered and multicultural approach to therapy—always considering the unique context of your family, racial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual identities. My personal experiences as an allow me to bring additional understanding and empathy into the therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and inclusive space for healing. I provide psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, life transitions, and the unique mental health concerns experienced within communities of color.
I've been working with many young adults, especially Asian-Americans who are dealing with turning points in their lives such as relationships, career, and identities. I see many bi-cultural/bi-racial couples, families, and their children.
I've been working with many young adults, especially Asian-Americans who are dealing with turning points in their lives such as relationships, career, and identities. I see many bi-cultural/bi-racial couples, families, and their children.
My clients are people who have reached success in many areas of their life, but areas of their personal life need attention. I focus on improving communication and rebuilding trust & have expertise resolving with estrangement along with anxiety, depression & grief. A large portion of my practice is devoted to working with couples in crisis following disclosures or couples who are having trouble making decisions about their future. Because I work with clients on a private-pay basis, all communications are completely confidential. No information is recorded or shared online with supervisors or insurance companies.
My clients are people who have reached success in many areas of their life, but areas of their personal life need attention. I focus on improving communication and rebuilding trust & have expertise resolving with estrangement along with anxiety, depression & grief. A large portion of my practice is devoted to working with couples in crisis following disclosures or couples who are having trouble making decisions about their future. Because I work with clients on a private-pay basis, all communications are completely confidential. No information is recorded or shared online with supervisors or insurance companies.
Things weren’t always this way. There was a time when you could experience good things without waiting for the other shoe to drop. You used to be able to easily complete tasks that these days require all your effort just to start. But somewhere along the way, things changed. Now, everything is a struggle. You spend hours endlessly overanalyzing past conversations and situations, parsing them for mistakes you may have made. You hate the idea of letting anyone down, so you’re determined to be perfect. And when you inevitably fall short of this unattainable ideal, you criticize yourself for being a failure. Things can’t go on this way.
Things weren’t always this way. There was a time when you could experience good things without waiting for the other shoe to drop. You used to be able to easily complete tasks that these days require all your effort just to start. But somewhere along the way, things changed. Now, everything is a struggle. You spend hours endlessly overanalyzing past conversations and situations, parsing them for mistakes you may have made. You hate the idea of letting anyone down, so you’re determined to be perfect. And when you inevitably fall short of this unattainable ideal, you criticize yourself for being a failure. Things can’t go on this way.
I offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling. I currently facilitate a Bereavement Group which meets at my Brookline office every Saturday from 2-4pm. In addition, I have a lot of experience counseling children of all ages. I am a firm believer in strength-based psychotherapy.
I offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling. I currently facilitate a Bereavement Group which meets at my Brookline office every Saturday from 2-4pm. In addition, I have a lot of experience counseling children of all ages. I am a firm believer in strength-based psychotherapy.
As a clinician with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, I take a person-centered and multicultural approach to therapy—always considering the unique context of your family, racial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual identities. My personal experiences as an Asian American woman allow me to bring additional understanding and empathy into the therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and inclusive space for healing.
I provide psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, life transitions, and the unique mental health concerns experienced within communities of color.
As a clinician with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, I take a person-centered and multicultural approach to therapy—always considering the unique context of your family, racial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual identities. My personal experiences as an Asian American woman allow me to bring additional understanding and empathy into the therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and inclusive space for healing.
I provide psychotherapy to children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, life transitions, and the unique mental health concerns experienced within communities of color.
Psychotherapy, as I define it to my patients and students, is the collaborative inquiry between patient and therapist into the patient's patterns of interaction and patterns of expectation. This kind of study leads to greater personal and interpersonal freedom, which allows for the reduction or the elimination of symptoms. Psychotherapy can be of brief duration or an extended enterprise focusing on long term difficulties. The decision on which form of psychotherapy to undertake is usually based on an evaluation of 1 to 3 sessions, where a treatment plan is developed. I am interactive in my approach.
Psychotherapy, as I define it to my patients and students, is the collaborative inquiry between patient and therapist into the patient's patterns of interaction and patterns of expectation. This kind of study leads to greater personal and interpersonal freedom, which allows for the reduction or the elimination of symptoms. Psychotherapy can be of brief duration or an extended enterprise focusing on long term difficulties. The decision on which form of psychotherapy to undertake is usually based on an evaluation of 1 to 3 sessions, where a treatment plan is developed. I am interactive in my approach.
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Number of Therapists in 02478
200+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in 02478 who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Depression |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 64% | Stress |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 54% | Marriage Counseling |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 91% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 72% | Aetna |
| 60% | Optum |
How Therapists in 02478 see their clients
| 75% | In Person and Online | |
| 25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 21% | Male |