Photo of Dr. Laura Pellerzi, Pre-Licensed Professional in Wellesley, MA
Dr. Laura Pellerzi
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
(475) 253-3456 View (475) 253-3456

Online Therapists

Photo of Marydanielle Ann Verrier, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in Wellesley, MA
Marydanielle Ann Verrier
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, CGAS, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Bridgewater, MA 02379  (Online Only)
I also have years of experience working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety and trauma issues.
Telehealth Provider Only Late evening appointment and weekends available. I enjoy working with client who are thinking and making changes in their lives but may need assistance moving forward. Helping people work through changes of stages and developing coping strategies to help with daily functioning. Individual Therapy is also helpful with children and families in helping regulate emotions and learn new coping skills that they are better able to adjust to their environment and respond in a healthy way.
I also have years of experience working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety and trauma issues.
Telehealth Provider Only Late evening appointment and weekends available. I enjoy working with client who are thinking and making changes in their lives but may need assistance moving forward. Helping people work through changes of stages and developing coping strategies to help with daily functioning. Individual Therapy is also helpful with children and families in helping regulate emotions and learn new coping skills that they are better able to adjust to their environment and respond in a healthy way.
(781) 819-5777 View (781) 819-5777
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Forgewell Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
East Bridgewater, MA 02333
Forgewell Solutions has a variety of therapists that specialize in most forms of mental health treatment. We are a seasoned team committed to excellent clinical care for our patients. If you are looking for treatment with Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex Post Trauma Stress Disorder, Addiction, Chronic Pain, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, and issues of attachment and/or acute situational issues. Our therapists address issues with children as young as 6 spanning throughout all adult ages.
Forgewell Solutions has a variety of therapists that specialize in most forms of mental health treatment. We are a seasoned team committed to excellent clinical care for our patients. If you are looking for treatment with Depression, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex Post Trauma Stress Disorder, Addiction, Chronic Pain, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, and issues of attachment and/or acute situational issues. Our therapists address issues with children as young as 6 spanning throughout all adult ages.
(508) 690-5969 x774222 View (508) 690-5969 x774222
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Lisa M Forman
Counselor, MS, CAGS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plymouth, MA 02360
I am a LMHC with 25 years of experience specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and PTSD.
I earned a Bachelor's degree in psychology from University of Massachusetts, Lowell, in 1989. I obtained my Master's degree in mental health counseling form Suffolk University in 1993. I completed my certification in graduate studies in counseling at Lesley University in 2006.
I am a LMHC with 25 years of experience specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and PTSD.
I earned a Bachelor's degree in psychology from University of Massachusetts, Lowell, in 1989. I obtained my Master's degree in mental health counseling form Suffolk University in 1993. I completed my certification in graduate studies in counseling at Lesley University in 2006.
(508) 258-3815 View (508) 258-3815
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Donna Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Westborough, MA 01581  (Online Only)
Donna Hayes is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Donna has a great deal of experience working with dual diagnoses, personality disorders, various mood disorders, crisis intervention, and Community Mental Health Services. She is passionate about working with young adult and college age individuals who may be struggling to cope with the overwhelming stressors and anxiety of their new life transitions.
Donna Hayes is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Donna has a great deal of experience working with dual diagnoses, personality disorders, various mood disorders, crisis intervention, and Community Mental Health Services. She is passionate about working with young adult and college age individuals who may be struggling to cope with the overwhelming stressors and anxiety of their new life transitions.
(508) 501-6091 View (508) 501-6091
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Optimal Health
Counselor
Verified Verified
Fall River, MA 02720
We are here to help with our expertise in anxiety and depressive disorders, OCD, grief, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, adoption, LGBTQ issues and trauma. At Optimal Health, we believe that physical and mental health are connected and that lifestyle affects both. Because of this, we have mental health therapists, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, chiropractor, and dietitian available to help you. Our 14 therapists have up to 25 years of experience and Rita, our psych NP, has 50 years experience helping clients meet their goals.
We are here to help with our expertise in anxiety and depressive disorders, OCD, grief, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, adoption, LGBTQ issues and trauma. At Optimal Health, we believe that physical and mental health are connected and that lifestyle affects both. Because of this, we have mental health therapists, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, chiropractor, and dietitian available to help you. Our 14 therapists have up to 25 years of experience and Rita, our psych NP, has 50 years experience helping clients meet their goals.
(774) 224-9127 View (774) 224-9127
Photo of Robert M Purdy, Counselor in Wellesley, MA
Robert M Purdy
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lynn, MA 01901
Waitlist for new clients
Forming a positive and interpersonal therapeutic relationship with each patient is fundamental to developing effective coping skills, fostering a deeper self-knowledge, and ultimately achieving a sustainable whole-self. It is of great importance to me, that the person seeking my services comes to believe in themselves and in their own potential for achieving wholeness, healing and strength. I utilize empathetic, supportive language and other therapeutic methods to enhance and actualize treatment success. I have been working effectively with patients for more than 15 years, creating a warm and naturally therapeutic environment.
Forming a positive and interpersonal therapeutic relationship with each patient is fundamental to developing effective coping skills, fostering a deeper self-knowledge, and ultimately achieving a sustainable whole-self. It is of great importance to me, that the person seeking my services comes to believe in themselves and in their own potential for achieving wholeness, healing and strength. I utilize empathetic, supportive language and other therapeutic methods to enhance and actualize treatment success. I have been working effectively with patients for more than 15 years, creating a warm and naturally therapeutic environment.
(617) 401-9342 View (617) 401-9342
Photo of Judy Gabriel-Card, Counselor in Wellesley, MA
Judy Gabriel-Card
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wareham, MA 02571
Life can be very challenging at times. Often, we find ourselves in places, wondering how did I get here? Or not again? Although the details may be different, you will find repeated themes in your life. The first step in solving any problem is to identify the problem. We will work together to gain an understanding of: why you are where you are at this time in your life, what you would like to change, and learn the tools needed in order to effectively make the changes and establish long and short term goals.
Life can be very challenging at times. Often, we find ourselves in places, wondering how did I get here? Or not again? Although the details may be different, you will find repeated themes in your life. The first step in solving any problem is to identify the problem. We will work together to gain an understanding of: why you are where you are at this time in your life, what you would like to change, and learn the tools needed in order to effectively make the changes and establish long and short term goals.
(774) 208-0663 View (774) 208-0663
Photo of Willard M Daggett, Counselor in Wellesley, MA
Willard M Daggett
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Leominster, MA 01453
For a nearly a quarter of a century I have been helping people work through some of life's most difficult and challenging moments. Together we work to clarify problems, reveal barriers, and challenge misconceptions. Transformation occurs! You develop new ways of coping; live more fully; experience an improved sense of wellness. You emerge from the process with a greater understanding of yourself, your circumstances, and what is possible. Let me show you what awaits you on the other side of life's challenges.
For a nearly a quarter of a century I have been helping people work through some of life's most difficult and challenging moments. Together we work to clarify problems, reveal barriers, and challenge misconceptions. Transformation occurs! You develop new ways of coping; live more fully; experience an improved sense of wellness. You emerge from the process with a greater understanding of yourself, your circumstances, and what is possible. Let me show you what awaits you on the other side of life's challenges.
(508) 277-5158 View (508) 277-5158
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.