Adults Therapists in Charlestown, Boston, MA

UPDATE 1/25/24: Currently accepting new patients! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults coping with acute or chronic medical conditions, anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, and overall life stressors. I believe in empowering individuals to recognize their own strengths and resilience, while building a life of passion and purpose. I meet individuals with kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect to provide a space in which they feel comfortable exploring their experiences, building confidence, and learning skills for a lifetime of growth.

Deena DiMaria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in anxiety disorders and complex trauma. Deena’s ideal client is seeking a psychotherapist who can help address challenges stemming from anxiety and / or complex trauma. This client values a person-centered approach, whereby the client is met with unconditional positive regard. Additionally, this client is interested in learning skills to manage their symptoms. The client is focused on learning new ways of thinking and being in the world in order to improve their overall well-being.

Please note: I have a couple of biweekly appointments available, I do not specialize in couples therapy and I am only accepting out of network benefits at this time.

Deciding to begin therapy can be anxiety-provoking. After all, sharing our deepest thoughts and feelings doesn't come naturally to most adults. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and collaborative space where you can explore what is currently challenging you, and most importantly, create the necessary changes that will result in a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic approach is based upon your particular needs. I treat each client as a unique individual, tailoring the therapeutic approach to be the most useful to your present challenges.

I have close to 15 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, across a variety of cultures; receiving my training and practicing in both Australia and the US. I work with adults, couples and families to achieve their goals and specialize in a range of clinical presentations including trauma, relationship and family of origin issues, men’s mental health and therapy for helping professionals, among others.

Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time. It takes a lot of courage and commitment to look for a therapist for your family or your child, so first of all, it is wonderful you have gotten this far. The families and children I see are resilient and wanting things to improve, which means different things to each of them, and I'm here to help figure out how to do that. I aim to do the same with you, to work collaboratively with you and your child/family to find out what would really work at home and in your everyday lives.

My clients are adults and young adults in different stages of life transition experiencing stressors, losses or trauma. This includes college students and young professionals navigating identity, interpersonal, and career stressors; middle age adults with families and careers who have multiple demands and little time to pay attention to their own needs and internal struggles, and older adults coping with the changes that can come with ageing including losses of important relationships, illness, or concerns about loneliness.

I am well positioned to provide exceptional services to young adults given my experience working in college mental health (ex. MIT, Tufts, Boston College), and also have great skill in working with adults of all ages. I have a clinical specialization in LGBTQ psychology and background in Women’s and Gender issues. I enjoy addressing cultural issues and identity exploration and development (ex. gender and sexuality, racial and ethnic, emerging adulthood, etc.). I am well-equipped to treat anxiety, depression, issues related to gender/sexuality, interpersonal issues, and building self-awareness and assertiveness skills.

I firmly believe that we are all doing our best with the resources and skills that we possess at any given moment. This means that we can aim to do better through therapy, while also having compassion for our present selves. I look forward to helping you to identify the goals and values that matter most in your life as well as targeting the unhelpful thoughts, habits and patterns of behavior that may be holding you back. My goal is to help you to feel stronger and more resilient so that you may confidently face the challenges that inevitably arise during times of transition and change.

I am a licensed mental health counselor in Massachusetts with 10 years of experience working with youth, teens, and young adults. My experience has been in individual, group, and clinic settings within the education, mental health, and non-profit fields. Most of my experience has been working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and relationship and family challenges. Furthermore, I have spent a significant amount of time working with teens and young adults on coping with stress, time management, and life changes.

My style is warm and casual, creating a dialogue that results in mutual insight and understanding. I like to take an active role in the discussion and use humor while providing an inviting environment to explore the problems and successes of your life. My approach is based in the Psychodynamic, Acceptance/Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR and Mindfulness traditions. I've worked in private practice since 2008 and also at the VA where I am a therapist for veterans in Boston. I graduated from Smith College School for Social Work in Northampton, MA and have practiced in the Boston area since.

Accepting new clients in NY and MA, for virtual appointments only. Sometimes the roads we chose to traverse become less easy to navigate as situations change, circumstances reach beyond our control, or life simply needs some readjusting to get back on track. I strive to provide individual clients and couples with a vehicle to discover the answers that they seek about themselves and their relationships. I help clients learn the tools they need to navigate the road on their own, and find the healing that they desire.

A licensed psychologist since 1983, I learned early the vast importance of insight into the life experiences and other factors that determine a person's emotional balance. I have worked with a wide range of adults, from those with significant mental illness to those motivated by a desire for self-knowledge, including other mental health professionals. I encourage deep reflection, reading and a wellness-oriented lifestyle. My clients learn to see me as a guide with knowledge of psychodynamics who will encourage and promote their self-development throughout the adult lifecycle.

Christina Chen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 4 years experience in the mental health field, and 2 years in a college setting. She is passionate about assisting and supporting young to older adults in their experiences and challenges, with empathy and a hollistic view. Christina specializes in anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma.

Azizi Carle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Texas who has over 10 years of experience counseling adults, children, and families. Azizi, better known as Zee, has worked with individuals seeking help for depression, trauma, anger, loss, women's issues, and relationship concerns. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Framingham State College and received her Masters in Social Work from Simmons College.

Sophia Mobayed is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Master’s Degree in Social Work, with a specialization in Advanced Clinical Practice, from Columbia University in New York, NY. Her training includes working with children, adults, and families in school, community, and outpatient settings. Through warmth, humor, and focus on strengths, Sophia joins with clients to help them explore their relationships with others and with themselves.

You want a fulfilling life. And I want that for you! Do any of these OCD or anxiety symptoms sound familiar? Repetitive thoughts, ritualized habits, or phobias. Feeling like you're going to explode if something is out of place. You haven't contacted a friend in so long that you're embarrassed, so you're afraid to call/text. Nervous you'll do something out of character, inappropriate, or accidentally insulting to others. I can help you navigate the discomfort of worry, panic, rumination, and avoidance, while moving toward balance and emotional freedom. Less anxiety, more YOU!

I am a Boston-based Clinical Psychologist that takes a relational, empathic approach to treatment. I assist couples, adults, and young adults in achieving psychological and interpersonal health and wellness by fostering a safe and trusting space where they can explore, process, and move through life's difficulties. I understand that each of us have unique strengths, challenges, identities, and life experiences. I work with each client to tailor treatment to their individual needs so they can reach their personal and relational goals, address concerns impacting their well-being, and move towards personal growth and healing.

Judenie Dabel is a recent graduate student seeking her LMHC with unique experience and background. She is a Haitian-American born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. Her clinical training started on a Domestic Violence team for an outpatient non-profit. She continued her training at a Black and woman-founded telehealth counseling clinic. She has worked with clients from ages 4 to 40. Judenie enjoys working with teens, young adults, and adults. She specializes in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and other related challenges.