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Jeffrey J Howlett
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
I've been a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) for almost twenty years. I work with individuals, couples, and families out of the basement office of my home in Arlington, MA. My most basic therapeutic approach is that everyone is born good and whole. But, life happens and it sends us difficulties that we can’t always understand or handle. These difficulties can happen as children, adolescents, adults, in school, home, work, and in our marriages. Sometimes these problematic life experiences can affect our core beliefs negatively and/or overwhelm our abilities to cope.
I've been a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) for almost twenty years. I work with individuals, couples, and families out of the basement office of my home in Arlington, MA. My most basic therapeutic approach is that everyone is born good and whole. But, life happens and it sends us difficulties that we can’t always understand or handle. These difficulties can happen as children, adolescents, adults, in school, home, work, and in our marriages. Sometimes these problematic life experiences can affect our core beliefs negatively and/or overwhelm our abilities to cope.
(781) 483-4693 View (781) 483-4693

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Mandy LeComte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02163  (Online Only)
I treat a variety of areas / populations, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, premarital/marital, PTSD, grief and loss, military personnel and family, food addiction / weight loss surgery / eating disorders (primarily binge eating and compulsive eating), parenting support, school issues/IEP and 504 support, foster care and adoption.
I feel that providing a comfortable and safe environment for people to discuss their feelings and thoughts about experiences, concerns and changes they hope for in life and relationships is important. I will work to help you improve skills, insight and awareness around the areas in your life you are struggling with. I have been a clinical social worker for 20 years working within a variety of settings including schools, homes, community and residential. I have treated diverse populations of children, adolescents and adults with co-occurring disorders. I provide counseling services for adults and couples.
I treat a variety of areas / populations, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, premarital/marital, PTSD, grief and loss, military personnel and family, food addiction / weight loss surgery / eating disorders (primarily binge eating and compulsive eating), parenting support, school issues/IEP and 504 support, foster care and adoption.
I feel that providing a comfortable and safe environment for people to discuss their feelings and thoughts about experiences, concerns and changes they hope for in life and relationships is important. I will work to help you improve skills, insight and awareness around the areas in your life you are struggling with. I have been a clinical social worker for 20 years working within a variety of settings including schools, homes, community and residential. I have treated diverse populations of children, adolescents and adults with co-occurring disorders. I provide counseling services for adults and couples.
(401) 252-0186 View (401) 252-0186
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Victoria Kando
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a focus in Expressive Art Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The great thing about Expressive Therapy is that there is no one specific population because it is so versatile. It can be used with many different populations and in many different ways. Populations that I work with include a full range of clients from children and adolescents to young adults and families. Several areas of treatment I specialize in include Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Grief and Loss and Adoption. I have a Certification in Trauma and Trauma Informed Care.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a focus in Expressive Art Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The great thing about Expressive Therapy is that there is no one specific population because it is so versatile. It can be used with many different populations and in many different ways. Populations that I work with include a full range of clients from children and adolescents to young adults and families. Several areas of treatment I specialize in include Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Grief and Loss and Adoption. I have a Certification in Trauma and Trauma Informed Care.
(781) 281-8547 View (781) 281-8547
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Claudia Orfao-Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Medford, MA 02155
My name is Claudia Orfao-Martin, and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker. I have been treating clients for more than forty years, and I work primarily with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients. I see individuals, couples and families, and I have been working virtually for more than five years. Because of the variety of clients with whom I work, I have an eclectic approach to treatment. Most importantly I focus on the use of Evidenced Based Treatment and Behavioral Interventions. Clients are individually assessed to determine the best approach to the treatment provided.
My name is Claudia Orfao-Martin, and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker. I have been treating clients for more than forty years, and I work primarily with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients. I see individuals, couples and families, and I have been working virtually for more than five years. Because of the variety of clients with whom I work, I have an eclectic approach to treatment. Most importantly I focus on the use of Evidenced Based Treatment and Behavioral Interventions. Clients are individually assessed to determine the best approach to the treatment provided.
(508) 709-6562 View (508) 709-6562
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Liz Surprenant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Malden, MA 02148  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! You have already shown your courage and determination to achieve a healthier and more fulfilling life. I am honored and privileged to walk with individuals who desire more clarity, support, and encouragement through many of the struggles we experience in this life. I provide client-centered, strength-based psychotherapy for adolescents 16+, young adults, and adults. I partner with you, my client, to create a treatment plan that centers around your goals, dreams, and desires for better living.
Accepting new clients! You have already shown your courage and determination to achieve a healthier and more fulfilling life. I am honored and privileged to walk with individuals who desire more clarity, support, and encouragement through many of the struggles we experience in this life. I provide client-centered, strength-based psychotherapy for adolescents 16+, young adults, and adults. I partner with you, my client, to create a treatment plan that centers around your goals, dreams, and desires for better living.
(978) 253-4386 View (978) 253-4386
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Liz Bristow
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
Change is hard. And change within ourselves is even harder. Therapy can help with finding answers. It can be a place to explore barriers and challenges to living fully into the life you want. Therapy can help with identifying patterns in our lives, both good ones and bad, with recognizing our strengths, and with where we struggle. Therapy can be a place where we can find our way back to who we really are, supporting our hopes, dreams, values and strengths in living into our lives fully.
Change is hard. And change within ourselves is even harder. Therapy can help with finding answers. It can be a place to explore barriers and challenges to living fully into the life you want. Therapy can help with identifying patterns in our lives, both good ones and bad, with recognizing our strengths, and with where we struggle. Therapy can be a place where we can find our way back to who we really are, supporting our hopes, dreams, values and strengths in living into our lives fully.
(603) 756-6460 View (603) 756-6460
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Kelsey Lima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Currently I only have Wednesday openings available! I am a therapist with a warm and humorous style. My practice focuses on supporting people living with anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, or grief who choose to not worry alone. I teach people how to regulate stress and reframe experiences. I help people with brain, violence-related injuries or neurological diseases build a more compassionate relationship with difficult emotions and ignite a new sense of meaning.
Currently I only have Wednesday openings available! I am a therapist with a warm and humorous style. My practice focuses on supporting people living with anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, or grief who choose to not worry alone. I teach people how to regulate stress and reframe experiences. I help people with brain, violence-related injuries or neurological diseases build a more compassionate relationship with difficult emotions and ignite a new sense of meaning.
(617) 458-8744 View (617) 458-8744
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Anna Banks Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Have you ever wondered if you could live a fuller, happier life? Whether you are "too far gone" or "too messed up" to ever be okay? I’ve wondered that. In my journey, I've discovered that it's possible to struggle deeply, then rise higher than seems plausible. I've also found healing and wholeness is impossible without support from others. Now I have a passion to provide the care I've experienced to each of my clients. The support you need won't be the same as what I’ve needed. Because your story is not mine. But if you’re looking for someone who has walked a long road to wellness, consider reaching out!
Have you ever wondered if you could live a fuller, happier life? Whether you are "too far gone" or "too messed up" to ever be okay? I’ve wondered that. In my journey, I've discovered that it's possible to struggle deeply, then rise higher than seems plausible. I've also found healing and wholeness is impossible without support from others. Now I have a passion to provide the care I've experienced to each of my clients. The support you need won't be the same as what I’ve needed. Because your story is not mine. But if you’re looking for someone who has walked a long road to wellness, consider reaching out!
(617) 546-7500 View (617) 546-7500
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Be Mindful and Well, PhD
PhD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445  (Online Only)
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
(617) 744-7497 View (617) 744-7497
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Thomas William Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
Highly trained therapist supporting children, couples and families experiencing a wide array of challenges including, but not limited to, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting challenges, navigating the special education process, ableism, LGBTQIA issues, abuse, alcohol and substance abuse. Qualified as an expert witness. Trained therapists and graduate students in family therapy theory and practice. Recently years focus and committment has been on supporting children, couples and families with learning challenges and worked supporting the creation of MA Dyslexia screening legislation.
Highly trained therapist supporting children, couples and families experiencing a wide array of challenges including, but not limited to, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting challenges, navigating the special education process, ableism, LGBTQIA issues, abuse, alcohol and substance abuse. Qualified as an expert witness. Trained therapists and graduate students in family therapy theory and practice. Recently years focus and committment has been on supporting children, couples and families with learning challenges and worked supporting the creation of MA Dyslexia screening legislation.
(978) 575-8522 View (978) 575-8522
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Lisa Ibekwe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, CAMSII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115  (Online Only)
Welcome to The Comfy Place! We know that seeking out therapy can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable experience, but we appreciate you considering us to help you on your journey. Our focus is on helping children, teens, young adults, and families heal. We understand that life has many ups and downs so, we aim to create a safe space where people can have fun, get real, and heal. We want everyone to feel like they are a part of our Comfy Place family where we welcome all with open arms no matter where they are on their walk in life. I currently serve the following states MA, PA, RI, VT, ME, NH, UT & FL via Telehealth ONLY.
Welcome to The Comfy Place! We know that seeking out therapy can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable experience, but we appreciate you considering us to help you on your journey. Our focus is on helping children, teens, young adults, and families heal. We understand that life has many ups and downs so, we aim to create a safe space where people can have fun, get real, and heal. We want everyone to feel like they are a part of our Comfy Place family where we welcome all with open arms no matter where they are on their walk in life. I currently serve the following states MA, PA, RI, VT, ME, NH, UT & FL via Telehealth ONLY.
(470) 333-1625 View (470) 333-1625
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Angela Boring Lic Clin Social Worker-Super (Openings For Supervisees)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, TX, UT, OR, MA, MAC, SE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
It's all too much. The never-ending responsibility to care for others at work and meeting your loved one's needs at home is a heavy weight to bear. As a high achiever, you've always been able to take on life's demands. But lately, you're trying to do it all while feeling completely overwhelmed. Overwhelmed with self-doubt, anxiety, and sometimes even feeling debilitated/frozen. At the end of the day, you're disappointed in yourself for being short with others, going through the motions with no real joy, and realizing that none of your own needs were met. You're mentally exhausted, frustrated, & need help getting off this carousel.
It's all too much. The never-ending responsibility to care for others at work and meeting your loved one's needs at home is a heavy weight to bear. As a high achiever, you've always been able to take on life's demands. But lately, you're trying to do it all while feeling completely overwhelmed. Overwhelmed with self-doubt, anxiety, and sometimes even feeling debilitated/frozen. At the end of the day, you're disappointed in yourself for being short with others, going through the motions with no real joy, and realizing that none of your own needs were met. You're mentally exhausted, frustrated, & need help getting off this carousel.
(430) 224-0313 View (430) 224-0313
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Hua Ou
Counselor, LMHC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02461
Welcome to Grace Counseling, Hua Ou's private practice. You are unique and gifted with many strengths and experiences. In Grace Counseling, you are genuinely accepted as who you are, and empowered to achieve restoration and healing.
Welcome to Grace Counseling, Hua Ou's private practice. You are unique and gifted with many strengths and experiences. In Grace Counseling, you are genuinely accepted as who you are, and empowered to achieve restoration and healing.
(617) 275-4873 View (617) 275-4873
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Kim Sharon Luzzi
Counselor, MA, DC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
I enjoy working with adults, couples, and blended families with a wide range of challenges including: identity, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relational dynamics, limit-setting, loss, parenting, and transitions. I strive to provide a warm, safe, collaborative space to help clients explore their feelings and understand the origins of their pain/discomfort. As this occurs, new options become available for living a more engaged and satisfying life.
I enjoy working with adults, couples, and blended families with a wide range of challenges including: identity, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relational dynamics, limit-setting, loss, parenting, and transitions. I strive to provide a warm, safe, collaborative space to help clients explore their feelings and understand the origins of their pain/discomfort. As this occurs, new options become available for living a more engaged and satisfying life.
(617) 616-8976 View (617) 616-8976
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SECM, LLC
PsyD, EdD, LEP, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02468
Waitlist for new clients
Neuropsychological and Psychological Testing Only at this time ............ SECM provides various assessments (psychological, neuropsychological, risk, therapeutic, and educational) to help diagnose and identify learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, behavior problems, social/emotional deficits, relationship satisfaction, measure cognitive competency, or diagnose other mental health concerns.
Neuropsychological and Psychological Testing Only at this time ............ SECM provides various assessments (psychological, neuropsychological, risk, therapeutic, and educational) to help diagnose and identify learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, behavior problems, social/emotional deficits, relationship satisfaction, measure cognitive competency, or diagnose other mental health concerns.
(508) 478-0126 View (508) 478-0126
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Jill E Sieverts
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EdS
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742
I became a marriage counselor because I am pro-marriage & pro-family. I specialize in repairing marriages in crisis. I help people identify their relationship strengths and challenges and I give them the tools to restore their emotional connection. For couples on the brink of divorce, I offer the cutting-edge option of Discernment Counseling. This brief process helps couples develop clarity and confidence about how to move forward. I work with adults to solve personal, psychological, & relational issues including: Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition Issues, Grief Recovery, Parenting through Divorce and Divorce Recovery.
I became a marriage counselor because I am pro-marriage & pro-family. I specialize in repairing marriages in crisis. I help people identify their relationship strengths and challenges and I give them the tools to restore their emotional connection. For couples on the brink of divorce, I offer the cutting-edge option of Discernment Counseling. This brief process helps couples develop clarity and confidence about how to move forward. I work with adults to solve personal, psychological, & relational issues including: Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition Issues, Grief Recovery, Parenting through Divorce and Divorce Recovery.
(201) 613-1174 View (201) 613-1174
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Jennifer Quell
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Therapy is often sought out in times of despair, grief, desolation and heartache. I have a client-centered approach that allows my clients to not feel alone and to help in moving past these terribly isolating feelings. I find it is very important to be present and ‘in the moment’ with my clients so that they don’t need to face life’s hardest challenges without someone by their side. I encourage my clients to be very transparent, and tell me exactly what they need from me, and I will do what it takes to get what they need or will find the person who can.
Therapy is often sought out in times of despair, grief, desolation and heartache. I have a client-centered approach that allows my clients to not feel alone and to help in moving past these terribly isolating feelings. I find it is very important to be present and ‘in the moment’ with my clients so that they don’t need to face life’s hardest challenges without someone by their side. I encourage my clients to be very transparent, and tell me exactly what they need from me, and I will do what it takes to get what they need or will find the person who can.
(617) 915-2435 View (617) 915-2435
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Samira Thompson
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
Waitlist for new clients
William Arthur Ward once said, "We can choose to throw stones, to stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them." The passion I carry for the therapeutic process is not only founded on my training and education but also my personal experience. I have faith in one's capacity for growth that comes from the willingness to be honest and courage to face difficult issues. In this life we will encounter many stones in our path. It is up to each individual to choose what they will do with them.
William Arthur Ward once said, "We can choose to throw stones, to stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them." The passion I carry for the therapeutic process is not only founded on my training and education but also my personal experience. I have faith in one's capacity for growth that comes from the willingness to be honest and courage to face difficult issues. In this life we will encounter many stones in our path. It is up to each individual to choose what they will do with them.
(617) 612-5086 View (617) 612-5086
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Kimberly Tarman
Psychologist, PsyD, MDiv
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108
Do you know that you do not have to remain where you are? We all experience hardships that steal our peace, steer us down unwanted paths, and cause us to lose touch with who we are intended to be. At times we’re able to easily navigate these experiences. But sometimes these challenges cause a level of anxiety, depression, disorientation and other feelings that are hard to manage on our own. It's during these times that a compassionate and skilled professional can help. My name is Dr. Kim Tarman, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have a heart for meeting people where they are, and a passion for helping them heal and grow.
Do you know that you do not have to remain where you are? We all experience hardships that steal our peace, steer us down unwanted paths, and cause us to lose touch with who we are intended to be. At times we’re able to easily navigate these experiences. But sometimes these challenges cause a level of anxiety, depression, disorientation and other feelings that are hard to manage on our own. It's during these times that a compassionate and skilled professional can help. My name is Dr. Kim Tarman, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have a heart for meeting people where they are, and a passion for helping them heal and grow.
(321) 341-6181 View (321) 341-6181
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Mark Jimerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02134  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is broad-based and holistic, incorporating the training and experience I have gained over many years. I use evidence-based approaches that are adapted to the needs of the individual, remaining open to the need for creativity and inspiration. Every person has a story to tell, and a key part of my work is to listen and understand. In working with children, the story is often told through the language they know best: play. I am licensed to provide therapy in both Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. I also offer life coaching, which is not limited by geographic location.
My approach to therapy is broad-based and holistic, incorporating the training and experience I have gained over many years. I use evidence-based approaches that are adapted to the needs of the individual, remaining open to the need for creativity and inspiration. Every person has a story to tell, and a key part of my work is to listen and understand. In working with children, the story is often told through the language they know best: play. I am licensed to provide therapy in both Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. I also offer life coaching, which is not limited by geographic location.
(844) 421-9710 View (844) 421-9710
Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.