Attachment-based Therapists in 02104

Emotions like anxiety, sadness and shame are so overwhelming that it feels like your body could shatter from all of your feelings. A painful childhood, challenging relationships, loss or another distressing experience has left you feeling hopeless. You've never been able to explain what feeling abandoned is like, or why it's so hard to trust, so you feel more isolated in being misunderstood. You have some regrets on how you've responded or acted in the past while you were just trying to survive or feel connection.

Are you ready to integrate loving kindness and compassion into the relationship you have with yourself and others? This may seem an impossible healing for those who have endured relational betrayal, death, loss, hurt or trauma. However, shifting focus towards meaning, resilience, and possibility can liberate you from your past and present suffering. What does this mean for you and your loved ones? It means here is an invitation to sit with a non-judgmental human being while you recover, connect, and heal in new ways. It means you may shed old roles, affirm new strengths, and learn others with vulnerability and without guard.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Boston, MA. I primarily provide individual therapy to college and graduate students, young mental health professionals, and adults in life transitions. Transitioning from student to working professional, entering into a new stage of life, or making changes in adulthood can be both rewarding and scary. I see my role as a place to process life stress, navigate transitions, hold many emotions together, and reinforce your strengths.

Do you ever find yourself facing the same challenges, repeating patterns, or feeling stuck in your life? It’s like there’s a hidden script influencing your actions and emotions, and you can’t quite put your finger on it. This could feel like lack of self confidence, feeling sad or fearful, relationship challenges, or physical pain. I work with couples and individuals to understand how past relationships and events influence the challenges of today. By understanding the “how”, we cultivate a profound self-awareness that empowers you to find new ways of being and feeling that better serve you.

Life can be tough. Trauma, relationships, and brain chemistry may contribute to uncontrollable emotions and the inability to cope with people and situations. It is not easy, and there are no quick fixes, but healing is possible. Everyone is different, and thus therapy should be tailored accordingly to individual needs. Our work will be collaborative to make sure you are getting the support that aligns with your personality, experiences, and goals. My approach emphasizes realistic approaches to meet you where you are.

I have been a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with over 25 years of experience. Although well known through my work with the LGBTQ community, I look forward to working with all individuals, and couples. All are welcome here. Day and evening video appointments are available from wherever you are located.

Hello, my name is Mikayla! I approach counseling with a person-centered and solution-focused perspective, prioritizing the individual's unique experiences and feelings while actively collaborating with them to identify and implement practical solutions for positive change. I work with a diverse range of clients, and I'm passionate in supporting adolescents. I find immense fulfillment in guiding young individuals through the challenges of adolescence and early adulthood and helping them navigate this crucial stage of development.

Congratulations on taking an empowering first step in your transformational journey! As a behavioral psychologist & Certified Clinical Trauma and Relationship Specialist, my goal is to champion my clients with histories of attachment insecurities, fears, avoidance, anger, & self-sabotage by providing you a solution-focused toolkit for your overall growth. I offer a comprehensive and empirically-supported approach to elevate your overall well-being while collaborating at a pace that is comfortable and aligned with your specific needs. As a trauma-informed clinician, I provide a safe space for reflection, so you feel seen and heard.

Anne Hilburn is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) years of experience counseling adults. She specializes in issues related to life transitions, pregnancy, the postpartum period, pregnancy loss, pregnancy termination, chronic and acute health issues, and transitioning into and out of college and graduate programs.