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Frances Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482  (Online Only)
I try to welcome my clients in to my practice by providing a safe, supportive warm, quiet and non-judgmental space. I enjoy working with Individuals, Couples, and Families aged 10 and older. I have treated people with mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Substance and Alcohol Abuse, Grief, Divorce and other major life stressors. I believe that it is important to look at both the difficulties in life and what works in your life.
I try to welcome my clients in to my practice by providing a safe, supportive warm, quiet and non-judgmental space. I enjoy working with Individuals, Couples, and Families aged 10 and older. I have treated people with mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Substance and Alcohol Abuse, Grief, Divorce and other major life stressors. I believe that it is important to look at both the difficulties in life and what works in your life.
(508) 568-6028 View (508) 568-6028
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Joanie A Piken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, ACSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
CALL Office ONLY: Adults & Seniors: Individual & Couple: The imprint of trauma is psychological, body and brain memory long after the events are over, one continues to respond as if danger were ever present. The therapy mission is to bring this understanding of trauma to Adult & Seniors, via integrated psychotherapy. Looking for answers to healing traumatic events. Healing is not just knowing what happened but transforming how Behavior, mind, & body still store trauma revealing itself via depression, anxiety, grief, despair, conflict ,lack of resolve, patterns of repetition, worn out "survival mode defenses" Mild and Moderate.
CALL Office ONLY: Adults & Seniors: Individual & Couple: The imprint of trauma is psychological, body and brain memory long after the events are over, one continues to respond as if danger were ever present. The therapy mission is to bring this understanding of trauma to Adult & Seniors, via integrated psychotherapy. Looking for answers to healing traumatic events. Healing is not just knowing what happened but transforming how Behavior, mind, & body still store trauma revealing itself via depression, anxiety, grief, despair, conflict ,lack of resolve, patterns of repetition, worn out "survival mode defenses" Mild and Moderate.
(508) 348-7840 View (508) 348-7840

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Be Heard Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02456
We are currently accepting new clients! Welcome to Be Heard Psychotherapy. We offer high-quality therapy services that prioritize your unique needs and experiences. Our practice specializes in client-centered and trauma-informed care, meaning that we recognize the impact that trauma can have on mental health and prioritize creating a safe, supportive environment for all our clients. Our team of clinicians is highly trained and experienced, and we offer in-person and telehealth sessions to accommodate your preferences and needs. We are conveniently located in the North End Neighborhood of Boston.
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(781) 746-7416 View (781) 746-7416
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Jordan Haghighi
Pre-Licensed Professional, Mhc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Deciding to seek any form of support isn't always the easiest decision. Recognizing that you want to connect with a professional about anxiety, depression, previous trauma or just someone to talk to with an impartial view, is a tremendous step in your growth as an individual. I pride myself on my ability to meet with my clients where they are at. To genuinely listen to them without judgement. Ensuring that they know I am on their team and want to help them achieve their goals. My primary goal is for the clients I work with to feel as comfortable and rewarded as possible through this process.
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Dr. Amelia Swanson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck on a roller coaster of hope and disappointment? Are you exhausted trying to stay positive while struggling to cope day to day? Are you devastated when you find out a friend had a second child while you have been desperately trying to have one? Do you avoid friends and family because you feel heartbroken and jealous of their pregnancies? Do you worry that stress is the reason you aren’t pregnant? Stress doesn't cause infertility - but infertility does cause stress! You can learn ways to cope with the stress of infertility and you deserve to enjoy your life!
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Kelsey Lima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a therapist with a warm and humorous style. My practice focuses on supporting people living with anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, or grief who choose to not worry alone. I teach people how to regulate stress and reframe experiences. Also, I help people with brain, violence-related injuries or neurological diseases build a more compassionate relationship with difficult emotions and ignite a new sense of meaning. Although I work with people of all ages, I often work with students, people 13-64 yo, and healthcare professionals.
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(617) 458-8744 View (617) 458-8744
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Dr. David W Schafer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
As the global pandemic has shown us, sometimes life becomes overwhelming and uncontrollable. During these times it may be best to talk with someone outside of your community of family, friends or co-workers. A warm hearted professional to lend a moment of support and guidance. I share with clients in deciding how best to approach the issues, with the intent of addressing both the current distressing symptoms and long-standing patterns of behavior that are getting in the way of a thriving life. My practice is telehealth-based, and I accept direct pay (some prefer for privacy) as well as most PPO plans as an Out of Network provider.
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Katy (Kathryn) Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Practice Full/Waitlist for October 2024: There are times in our lives when we just don't feel like ourselves anymore. We notice we're worrying more often, feeling more run down, or disconnected from the person we know we can be. Maybe these challenges crept up over time or perhaps they stemmed from a recent life event. I like to think of these challenges as our edges: places that might feel like a stopping point, but are really just a pause before we enter a new phase of growth. You are wise to reach out and know you can get better with the right support. I would be honored to help.
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Dr. Ruth Viehoff
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215
You feel anxious and it’s hard to shut your brain off. People tell you to relax, but it’s not that easy. Your life is going well, but there’s always a new worry on the horizon. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but it’s hard to sit back and enjoy it. Your standards for yourself feel too high. You tend to doubt yourself and your abilities and look to other people to reassure you. You invest a lot of time and energy into how other people feel, but end up in one-sided relationships. It’s hard to take up space, feel confident, and speak your truth. I can help anxious overachievers rest, relax, and find balance in their lives.
You feel anxious and it’s hard to shut your brain off. People tell you to relax, but it’s not that easy. Your life is going well, but there’s always a new worry on the horizon. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but it’s hard to sit back and enjoy it. Your standards for yourself feel too high. You tend to doubt yourself and your abilities and look to other people to reassure you. You invest a lot of time and energy into how other people feel, but end up in one-sided relationships. It’s hard to take up space, feel confident, and speak your truth. I can help anxious overachievers rest, relax, and find balance in their lives.
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Matthew S. Beal
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Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215  (Online Only)
We all need quality counseling at times, and if you are thinking about counseling, well done! Every step requires courage, and I respect yours. Whether your needs seem small or overwhelming I would be honored to walk with you on your healing journey. My goals are to help you identify what human flourishing means for you, gain insight into what keeps you from living that fully, and develop the tools you need to move into that flourishing. I provide a safe, supportive space for the vital therapeutic relationship. And I offer teletherapy with a generous sliding scale fee structure to make your flourishing as accessible as possible!
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Danny Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
I provide individual therapy with adults who are ready for change. This may be dealing with issues like ruminating thoughts, anxiety attacks, disassociation, flashbacks, obsessions and compulsions, triggers and cognitive distortions Etc. I specialize in anxiety/panic, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, DID, schizophrenia, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+-related issues as well as many other conditions.
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Gary Rose
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456
With 35 years as a teacher and clinician, I maintain a multi-specialty practice, applying the evidence-based principles of MI/CBT to problems ranging from sleep health, anxiety, cannabis misuse to sports performance. In addition to my expertise in health and sports psychology, I specialize in the assessment and treatment of individuals on the autistic spectrum disorder. I work with individuals of all ages, and adopt a shared decision-making approach to treatment, employing an array of evidence based best practices.
With 35 years as a teacher and clinician, I maintain a multi-specialty practice, applying the evidence-based principles of MI/CBT to problems ranging from sleep health, anxiety, cannabis misuse to sports performance. In addition to my expertise in health and sports psychology, I specialize in the assessment and treatment of individuals on the autistic spectrum disorder. I work with individuals of all ages, and adopt a shared decision-making approach to treatment, employing an array of evidence based best practices.
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Stephanie Power
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Would you like to feel the same kindness and compassion you give others? Do you want to stop questioning your value and worth? Are you ready to find more meaning and purpose in your life? Are you looking to connect deeper with family and friends? My clients often struggle with perfectionism, low self-worth, anxiety, depression or medical issues (infertility, obesity, etc). Together we identify stuck points, repetitive problematic patterns, and other destructive behaviors that cause suffering in your life and serve as obstacles to your happiness and fulfillment. I help clients achieve self-awareness so they can make lasting changes.
Would you like to feel the same kindness and compassion you give others? Do you want to stop questioning your value and worth? Are you ready to find more meaning and purpose in your life? Are you looking to connect deeper with family and friends? My clients often struggle with perfectionism, low self-worth, anxiety, depression or medical issues (infertility, obesity, etc). Together we identify stuck points, repetitive problematic patterns, and other destructive behaviors that cause suffering in your life and serve as obstacles to your happiness and fulfillment. I help clients achieve self-awareness so they can make lasting changes.
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
PhD, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
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(857) 574-4741 View (857) 574-4741
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Alexandra C Kenna
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I am a licensed Psychologist and Certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Provider working with adults struggling with stress and anxiety, career/work issues, work/personal life balance, and trauma and PTSD. I provide therapy that is solution-focused and research and evidence-based. My therapeutic approach is warm, accessible, collaborative, and flexible. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a part time research psychologist and the Associate Director of Education/Outreach at the Translational Center for Stress Disorders and Traumatic Brain Injury at the VA Boston in Jamaica Plain.
I am a licensed Psychologist and Certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Provider working with adults struggling with stress and anxiety, career/work issues, work/personal life balance, and trauma and PTSD. I provide therapy that is solution-focused and research and evidence-based. My therapeutic approach is warm, accessible, collaborative, and flexible. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a part time research psychologist and the Associate Director of Education/Outreach at the Translational Center for Stress Disorders and Traumatic Brain Injury at the VA Boston in Jamaica Plain.
(781) 218-9028 View (781) 218-9028
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Brighter Life Therapy, PLLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
Do You Feel Overwhelmed by Anxiety and Stress? At Brighter Life Therapy, we understand how challenging it can be to manage anxiety and stress, whether it's due to work, school, or personal life. You may experience constant worry, difficulty concentrating, or feelings of tension. Social situations might feel intimidating, or you may deal with panic attacks that leave you feeling out of control.
Do You Feel Overwhelmed by Anxiety and Stress? At Brighter Life Therapy, we understand how challenging it can be to manage anxiety and stress, whether it's due to work, school, or personal life. You may experience constant worry, difficulty concentrating, or feelings of tension. Social situations might feel intimidating, or you may deal with panic attacks that leave you feeling out of control.
(857) 597-2190 View (857) 597-2190
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Lisa A Taylor
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sudbury, MA 01776  (Online Only)
Life can be incredibly challenging, throwing unexpected difficulties your way. Whether you are struggling with health issues, anxiety or depression, managing grief and loss, caregiving, or navigating a difficult life transition, these complexities can feel overwhelming. If you are seeking expert evidenced based care in a warm and compassionate environment you have come to the right place. We can all benefit from help and support to reduce emotional discomfort and grow through challenging experiences. We all deserve a place to focus on ourselves and our lives, improving quality, and building a brighter future.
Life can be incredibly challenging, throwing unexpected difficulties your way. Whether you are struggling with health issues, anxiety or depression, managing grief and loss, caregiving, or navigating a difficult life transition, these complexities can feel overwhelming. If you are seeking expert evidenced based care in a warm and compassionate environment you have come to the right place. We can all benefit from help and support to reduce emotional discomfort and grow through challenging experiences. We all deserve a place to focus on ourselves and our lives, improving quality, and building a brighter future.
(978) 404-5482 View (978) 404-5482
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Holly Parker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02421  (Online Only)
If you yearn for a more fulfilling relationship, greater self-esteem, healing from the past, or a more enjoyable and purposeful life, it means you’re paying attention. There’s always room for growth. Perhaps you aspire to improve one aspect of your life or several areas. Maybe you feel discouraged and lost because you’ve worked hard to make things better and haven’t seen a difference, or you’re newly aware of the need for a shift in life and this is your first try; either is okay. Successful change doesn’t have to start with self-confidence or a plan. It just requires the willingness to reach out and not take the journey alone.
If you yearn for a more fulfilling relationship, greater self-esteem, healing from the past, or a more enjoyable and purposeful life, it means you’re paying attention. There’s always room for growth. Perhaps you aspire to improve one aspect of your life or several areas. Maybe you feel discouraged and lost because you’ve worked hard to make things better and haven’t seen a difference, or you’re newly aware of the need for a shift in life and this is your first try; either is okay. Successful change doesn’t have to start with self-confidence or a plan. It just requires the willingness to reach out and not take the journey alone.
(617) 674-1488 View (617) 674-1488
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Louisa Khettab
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215  (Online Only)
Alice Miller writes, "In order to become whole we must try, in a long process, to discover our own personal truth, a truth that may cause pain before giving us a new sphere of freedom." The odyssey toward a personal sense of wholeness is perhaps a forever condition; and along this journey are inevitable peaks and valleys. Psychotherapy and the relationship established there can be a useful tool in this pilgrimage toward greater insight, compassion for self, and an increased sense of wellness. I believe that each person's path is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic methods to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients.
Alice Miller writes, "In order to become whole we must try, in a long process, to discover our own personal truth, a truth that may cause pain before giving us a new sphere of freedom." The odyssey toward a personal sense of wholeness is perhaps a forever condition; and along this journey are inevitable peaks and valleys. Psychotherapy and the relationship established there can be a useful tool in this pilgrimage toward greater insight, compassion for self, and an increased sense of wellness. I believe that each person's path is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic methods to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients.
(413) 414-4369 View (413) 414-4369
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Dr. Jasper S. Lee
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
You deserve to receive the highest quality, evidence-based care available. As a dedicated Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who specializes in health psychology and behavioral medicine (coping with chronic illnesses, injuries, and diseases), we will work together to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve your emotional well-being and quality of life. These methods have been shown to work, and I tailor our work to your specific needs. Using a compassionate, person-centered approach, I work with clients to achieve their unique goals for therapy. I am fully licensed in MA and telehealth licensed in FL.
You deserve to receive the highest quality, evidence-based care available. As a dedicated Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who specializes in health psychology and behavioral medicine (coping with chronic illnesses, injuries, and diseases), we will work together to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve your emotional well-being and quality of life. These methods have been shown to work, and I tailor our work to your specific needs. Using a compassionate, person-centered approach, I work with clients to achieve their unique goals for therapy. I am fully licensed in MA and telehealth licensed in FL.
(857) 575-2901 View (857) 575-2901
Cancer Therapists

How does cancer affect mental health?

A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.

What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?

The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?

Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counseling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.

How long does cancer therapy typically last?

The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.