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Anna Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
I draw on psychodynamic, CBT, and attachment-based treatment modalities.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, strength-based, and client-centered. I believe in the healing power that exists within each individual, which is nurtured and strengthened within the context of our therapeutic relationship. I work with children, adults, and families who are facing complex struggles, including: parent-child relationship issues, transition to parenthood, postpartum difficulties, life transitions, behavior challenges, depression, anxiety, and more. My style is warm, empathic, and compassionate, and I work to create a safe environment to help you better understand and address the challenges you are facing.
I draw on psychodynamic, CBT, and attachment-based treatment modalities.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, strength-based, and client-centered. I believe in the healing power that exists within each individual, which is nurtured and strengthened within the context of our therapeutic relationship. I work with children, adults, and families who are facing complex struggles, including: parent-child relationship issues, transition to parenthood, postpartum difficulties, life transitions, behavior challenges, depression, anxiety, and more. My style is warm, empathic, and compassionate, and I work to create a safe environment to help you better understand and address the challenges you are facing.
(617) 819-0204 View (617) 819-0204
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Ashley Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02128  (Online Only)
I utilize a variety of treatment methods including CBT, mindfulness, and attachment-based strategies that are tailored to each individual.
Are there times when you feel anxious, sad, or uncertain? Do you have difficulty coping with your stressors and find that you often push or run away from unwanted thoughts and feelings? You have taken the brave first step to search for a clinician who may fit your needs. Clients who come to me can expect a trusting, compassionate, respectful therapeutic environment that fosters creating positive solutions. We will work together to address your unique needs and challenges in a non-judgmental, safe environment.
I utilize a variety of treatment methods including CBT, mindfulness, and attachment-based strategies that are tailored to each individual.
Are there times when you feel anxious, sad, or uncertain? Do you have difficulty coping with your stressors and find that you often push or run away from unwanted thoughts and feelings? You have taken the brave first step to search for a clinician who may fit your needs. Clients who come to me can expect a trusting, compassionate, respectful therapeutic environment that fosters creating positive solutions. We will work together to address your unique needs and challenges in a non-judgmental, safe environment.
(561) 770-6408 View (561) 770-6408
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Dr. Agnes Y Man
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Quincy, MA 02169
Waitlist for new clients
Psalms 121 "I lift up my eyes to the mountains where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." I have worked with children, preteens, and families in Massachusetts and Northern California in the United States, serving populations facing developmental issues, emotional disturbance, and relational conflicts in the past two decades. My bilingual (Chinese & English) psychotherapeutic approach integrates theories and therapies, e.g., attachment-based, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal neurobiology, etc., and Christianity to enhance spiritual and emotional health.
Psalms 121 "I lift up my eyes to the mountains where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." I have worked with children, preteens, and families in Massachusetts and Northern California in the United States, serving populations facing developmental issues, emotional disturbance, and relational conflicts in the past two decades. My bilingual (Chinese & English) psychotherapeutic approach integrates theories and therapies, e.g., attachment-based, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal neurobiology, etc., and Christianity to enhance spiritual and emotional health.
(617) 934-4849 View (617) 934-4849
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Phoenix Rising Trauma & Recovery Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CADC, LMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
Phoenix Rising is interested in helping you find solutions for Trauma and Substance Abuse Recovery. We offer a team approach to you and your family that may end years of destructive behaviors or thought patterns. We really enjoy what we do and believe in our team approach. Working on all the stress surrounding the main issues in your life can help you see the patterns created and help you also see your way through to answers. We are openly LGBTQ friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable.
Phoenix Rising is interested in helping you find solutions for Trauma and Substance Abuse Recovery. We offer a team approach to you and your family that may end years of destructive behaviors or thought patterns. We really enjoy what we do and believe in our team approach. Working on all the stress surrounding the main issues in your life can help you see the patterns created and help you also see your way through to answers. We are openly LGBTQ friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable.
(774) 314-6613 View (774) 314-6613
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Kat Nelson (Maiden Name: Frumin)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
My career started as a volunteer at a suicide prevention lifeline providing support for individuals in distress, and I learned that being present for people in their most vulnerable times of need is one of the most humbling yet fulfilling services I could provide. I have also worked in residential care, university, and hospital settings. I am here to guide clients who are ready to produce dynamic change in their lives. I work with clients experiencing various challenges including trauma, challenging relationships, and life transitions to name a few, and how these factors affected the client and family systems.
My career started as a volunteer at a suicide prevention lifeline providing support for individuals in distress, and I learned that being present for people in their most vulnerable times of need is one of the most humbling yet fulfilling services I could provide. I have also worked in residential care, university, and hospital settings. I am here to guide clients who are ready to produce dynamic change in their lives. I work with clients experiencing various challenges including trauma, challenging relationships, and life transitions to name a few, and how these factors affected the client and family systems.
(617) 764-9633 View (617) 764-9633
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Joanne Galatea Boelke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWr, LICSW
Verified Verified
Great Barrington, MA 01230  (Online Only)
My desire is to help clients create a more positive and productive life experience in order to transform their lives and break the cycle of self-defeating behaviors. Life is not meant to be just endured, but enjoyed. We all deserve a chance to reach our fullest potential despite experiences which have created limited core beliefs and hold us back in self- destructive patterns of depression, anxiety, fear, and guilt. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative experience.
My desire is to help clients create a more positive and productive life experience in order to transform their lives and break the cycle of self-defeating behaviors. Life is not meant to be just endured, but enjoyed. We all deserve a chance to reach our fullest potential despite experiences which have created limited core beliefs and hold us back in self- destructive patterns of depression, anxiety, fear, and guilt. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative experience.
(413) 300-6106 View (413) 300-6106
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Margaret Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Westford, MA 01886  (Online Only)
I have vast experience working with individuals, families and couples in many different settings and walks of life, including military servicemen/women and their families. I look forward to not only helping you define your goals but also discovering successful ways to meet them. I specialize in working with adolescents and their families, as well as couples who are re-examining their relationship. I have practiced with the LGBTQ community and understand the issues that can arise.
I have vast experience working with individuals, families and couples in many different settings and walks of life, including military servicemen/women and their families. I look forward to not only helping you define your goals but also discovering successful ways to meet them. I specialize in working with adolescents and their families, as well as couples who are re-examining their relationship. I have practiced with the LGBTQ community and understand the issues that can arise.
(508) 978-2502 View (508) 978-2502
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Alma Iris Flores
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with clients from 6 to 90 years old who are looking to learn to live their life in a healthy manner, who wants to improve the quality of their relationships in a personal and Laboral life. This include kids, adolescents, young adults, and adults, married or single, living alone or in a family setting.
I work with clients from 6 to 90 years old who are looking to learn to live their life in a healthy manner, who wants to improve the quality of their relationships in a personal and Laboral life. This include kids, adolescents, young adults, and adults, married or single, living alone or in a family setting.
(413) 732-7677 x1015 View (413) 732-7677 x1015
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Danielle Goode
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC1
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02453  (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist with over 12 years of experience supporting those struggling with mental health and addiction, I have provided on going support and guidance utilizing a diverse set of treatment approaches. I have extensive experience supporting those diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety based disorders (OCD, GAD, ADHD), Bipolar disorders (1 and 2), PTSD, Austim Spectrum Disorder and Personality disorders. My goal has always been to support others in reaching the healthy quality of life that they strive for by utilizing an individualized approach in their treatment plan.
As a licensed therapist with over 12 years of experience supporting those struggling with mental health and addiction, I have provided on going support and guidance utilizing a diverse set of treatment approaches. I have extensive experience supporting those diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety based disorders (OCD, GAD, ADHD), Bipolar disorders (1 and 2), PTSD, Austim Spectrum Disorder and Personality disorders. My goal has always been to support others in reaching the healthy quality of life that they strive for by utilizing an individualized approach in their treatment plan.
(781) 253-8438 View (781) 253-8438
Photo of Michelle Crellin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Massachusetts
Michelle Crellin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Attleboro, MA 02760  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a background working with adults and children in a variety of settings. I have experience working with individuals that have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and relationship issues. I am passionate about cultivating strong therapeutic relationships and supporting clients in making sense of their current troubles in the context of their life stories.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a background working with adults and children in a variety of settings. I have experience working with individuals that have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and relationship issues. I am passionate about cultivating strong therapeutic relationships and supporting clients in making sense of their current troubles in the context of their life stories.
(508) 506-5708 View (508) 506-5708
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Rita Vatcher
Counselor, LMHC, MCCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Natick, MA 01760
Waitlist for new clients
I love to work with kids and adolescents and their families. I believe people don't have "problems" but rather "challenges" they learn to move through or re-frame. Together we learn new ways of doing things; new ways of looking at things; find a new path of our own choosing that feels better than the one we were on; relate to ourselves and others in a healthier way; learn to smile and laugh more; find the things we are good at doing; make a contribution; stress less; be who we are meant to be, and love who we are as a person!
I love to work with kids and adolescents and their families. I believe people don't have "problems" but rather "challenges" they learn to move through or re-frame. Together we learn new ways of doing things; new ways of looking at things; find a new path of our own choosing that feels better than the one we were on; relate to ourselves and others in a healthier way; learn to smile and laugh more; find the things we are good at doing; make a contribution; stress less; be who we are meant to be, and love who we are as a person!
(508) 471-3442 View (508) 471-3442
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Deborah Aleta Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westford, MA 01886
I am an experienced clinician who has worked in rural New England for the past 20 years. Having worked in a rural area you become experienced in working with a very deverisfied cliental.
I am an experienced clinician who has worked in rural New England for the past 20 years. Having worked in a rural area you become experienced in working with a very deverisfied cliental.
(978) 320-3319 x207647 View (978) 320-3319 x207647
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Mossman Play Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Marshfield, MA 02050
Here at the Mossman Play Therapy Center we believe in the power of play and the expressive arts across the life span. We provide a space for children from 2-18 and their parents to explore their relationships, their experiences, their struggles, and new opportunities. We are committed to honoring children and their families as more than a sum of their behaviors. We believe in using the expressive arts to help families and children gain a deeper understanding of themselves.
Here at the Mossman Play Therapy Center we believe in the power of play and the expressive arts across the life span. We provide a space for children from 2-18 and their parents to explore their relationships, their experiences, their struggles, and new opportunities. We are committed to honoring children and their families as more than a sum of their behaviors. We believe in using the expressive arts to help families and children gain a deeper understanding of themselves.
(339) 674-4559 View (339) 674-4559
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Toni Luxenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, MA 01742
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I believe that the relationship between me and my clients is the foundation on which, together, we will help you to understand yourself better, realize the patterns that are holding you back, and make the changes that you decide are enriching for your life. A large portion of my practice focuses on work with clients who struggle with issues related to trauma, attachment, and interpersonal wounding. This has led to an extensive background in many different disorders and presentations. In addition to working with individual clients, I also work with parents, including adoptive parents.
Welcome! I believe that the relationship between me and my clients is the foundation on which, together, we will help you to understand yourself better, realize the patterns that are holding you back, and make the changes that you decide are enriching for your life. A large portion of my practice focuses on work with clients who struggle with issues related to trauma, attachment, and interpersonal wounding. This has led to an extensive background in many different disorders and presentations. In addition to working with individual clients, I also work with parents, including adoptive parents.
(978) 584-4185 View (978) 584-4185
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Joyce Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Marion, MA 02738
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently utilizing telemental health and look forward to resuming in person sessions, soon, for those that would prefer such.
I am currently utilizing telemental health and look forward to resuming in person sessions, soon, for those that would prefer such.
(855) 806-3766 View (855) 806-3766
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Lovern R. Moseley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stoughton, MA 02072
Dr. Moseley is a Christian psychologist with nearly 30 years of experience in the mental health field with children, adolescents and adults. She has worked extensively with parents and children struggling with emotional and behavioral disorders and those with traumatic exposures. She treats PTSD, traumatic grief, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and ODD. Dr. Moseley specializes in Christian counseling, marriage & family therapy, (interracial couples, multiracial individuals, blended families, foster care/adoption) and individuals of Caribbean descent. She also works with issues around the transition to adulthood and career concerns.
Dr. Moseley is a Christian psychologist with nearly 30 years of experience in the mental health field with children, adolescents and adults. She has worked extensively with parents and children struggling with emotional and behavioral disorders and those with traumatic exposures. She treats PTSD, traumatic grief, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and ODD. Dr. Moseley specializes in Christian counseling, marriage & family therapy, (interracial couples, multiracial individuals, blended families, foster care/adoption) and individuals of Caribbean descent. She also works with issues around the transition to adulthood and career concerns.
(781) 352-9388 View (781) 352-9388
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River Valley Counseling Center
Psychologist, Psy D, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
(413) 289-5007 View (413) 289-5007
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Paul Harris Sandman
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.
My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.
(774) 768-0617 View (774) 768-0617
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Advance Psychotherapy Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
We have immediate openings, across the lifespan, for the following insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield Optum and Optum products: Allways, Harvard Pilgrim, Oxford, Connecticare TUFTS Medicare Private Pay ($100/session) Become a client on our website: www.advancepsychotherapy.org. Those who are interested in receiving services from us should fill out the following form:
We have immediate openings, across the lifespan, for the following insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield Optum and Optum products: Allways, Harvard Pilgrim, Oxford, Connecticare TUFTS Medicare Private Pay ($100/session) Become a client on our website: www.advancepsychotherapy.org. Those who are interested in receiving services from us should fill out the following form:
(413) 259-0478 View (413) 259-0478
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Margo Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
I am an interactive, insight-oriented and solution-focused therapist. With compassion and understanding, I will work with you to help you build on your strengths, and attain the personal growth you are looking for.
I am an interactive, insight-oriented and solution-focused therapist. With compassion and understanding, I will work with you to help you build on your strengths, and attain the personal growth you are looking for.
(781) 518-0163 View (781) 518-0163

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.