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Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
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Alisa Lin

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

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Boston, MA 02116
As a life explorer driven by curiosity, I transitioned from my nursing career in Asia to the United States to expand my ability to help others. Facing the inherent challenges of the immigrant experience—including uncertainty and stress—I was inspired to deepen my expertise. My medical background reinforces my belief that physical and mental health are inseparable. I leverage both perspectives to provide a holistic, purpose-driven approach to wellness.
My approach is defined by efficiency, flexibility, and a highly responsive nature. I believe that establishing a strong therapeutic relationship is essential to nurturing a successful treatment plan and integrating evidence-based practices into the healing process.
Life is a path filled with happiness, excitement, sadness, and challenges, and I am dedicated to exploring every possibility alongside you. By combining my culturally and professionally diverse perspectives with a creative spirit, I help navigate a resilient and empowered pathway. Together we will find balance between growth and peace on this journey.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Boston, MA 02116

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I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Family Conflict 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
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My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Boston, MA 02116

My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Family Conflict 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Optum
  • Tufts
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Please reach out with any questions—we're happy to help make therapy more affordable.
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Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
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Please reach out with any questions—we're happy to help make therapy more affordable.
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Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Yanyi Weng (Massachusetts / 124354) Alisa Ssuyu Lin
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Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • First Responders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Medication Management
  • Obesity
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I am specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy and a holistic approach. I focus on anxiety, depression, and life transition adjustment, helping clients set achievable goals for both personal and professional growth. I believe therapy has no fixed starting point—it supports health promotion and prevention, with early attention being key to overall wellness.
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Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
with questions.
"
I am specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy and a holistic approach. I focus on anxiety, depression, and life transition adjustment, helping clients set achievable goals for both personal and professional growth. I believe therapy has no fixed starting point—it supports health promotion and prevention, with early attention being key to overall wellness.
Photo of Alisa Lin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
with questions.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian
Black and African American

I also speak

Mandarin

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Asian
Black and African American

I also speak

Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
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I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In our first session, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy and identify how thoughts shape emotions, then work on helpful thinking.
Photo of Alisa Lin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
with questions.
"
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In our first session, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy and identify how thoughts shape emotions, then work on helpful thinking.
Photo of Alisa Lin, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Boston, MA 02116

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

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Alisa Lin
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Alisa Lin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA