Therapists in Boston, MA
Anna Docurral
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02130 (Online Only)
I am certified in trauma therapy and have worked in a wide variety of crisis settings including the emergency room and child/adolescent inpatient psychiatry units.
My clients are typically between ages 3-19 years old and present with a wide variety of strengths and opportunities for further growth. My passion is working with young children, latency age youth, adolescents, and their families who have experienced trauma. I firmly believe that children and families are resilient and have the power to heal and recreate narratives that reflect their inner strength.
I am certified in trauma therapy and have worked in a wide variety of crisis settings including the emergency room and child/adolescent inpatient psychiatry units.
My clients are typically between ages 3-19 years old and present with a wide variety of strengths and opportunities for further growth. My passion is working with young children, latency age youth, adolescents, and their families who have experienced trauma. I firmly believe that children and families are resilient and have the power to heal and recreate narratives that reflect their inner strength.
Duncan Fitch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
My additional experience doing in-home child and family therapy has given me the unique and fortunate opportunity to work with clients in their own homes and communities.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families to help overcome a variety of stressors including anxiety, depression, impulse control and executive functioning issues like ADHD/language processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, blended family struggles, academic challenges (from performance anxiety to IEPs and therapeutic schools), oppositional behaviors, and substance use. My clients describe me as warm, dedicated, and helpful. I tailor my approach to each client or family using an active-listening, strengths-based approach to build a trusting relationship and help clients identify and attain solutions that improve their functioning and relationships.
My additional experience doing in-home child and family therapy has given me the unique and fortunate opportunity to work with clients in their own homes and communities.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families to help overcome a variety of stressors including anxiety, depression, impulse control and executive functioning issues like ADHD/language processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, blended family struggles, academic challenges (from performance anxiety to IEPs and therapeutic schools), oppositional behaviors, and substance use. My clients describe me as warm, dedicated, and helpful. I tailor my approach to each client or family using an active-listening, strengths-based approach to build a trusting relationship and help clients identify and attain solutions that improve their functioning and relationships.
Lisa Ibekwe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, CAMSII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
I’m Lisa and I’m excited to work with you and/or your little one! I provide individual, group, and family therapy for children, teens, young adults, and their families.
Welcome to The Comfy Place! We know that seeking out therapy can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable experience, but we appreciate you considering us to help you on your journey. Our focus is on helping children, teens, young adults, and families heal. We understand that life has many ups and downs so, we aim to create a safe space where people can have fun, get real, and heal. We want everyone to feel like they are a part of our Comfy Place family where we welcome all with open arms no matter where they are on their walk in life. I currently serve the following states MA, PA, RI, VT, ME, NH, UT & FL via Telehealth ONLY.
I’m Lisa and I’m excited to work with you and/or your little one! I provide individual, group, and family therapy for children, teens, young adults, and their families.
Welcome to The Comfy Place! We know that seeking out therapy can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable experience, but we appreciate you considering us to help you on your journey. Our focus is on helping children, teens, young adults, and families heal. We understand that life has many ups and downs so, we aim to create a safe space where people can have fun, get real, and heal. We want everyone to feel like they are a part of our Comfy Place family where we welcome all with open arms no matter where they are on their walk in life. I currently serve the following states MA, PA, RI, VT, ME, NH, UT & FL via Telehealth ONLY.
Eileen Yang Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02130 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
When seeking a therapist, it is important to find someone with whom you can establish a point of connection and a deeper trusting relationship. I have been practicing for 30+ years in a variety of settings, from community mental health, secondary schools and college and university settings. Over the years, it is been my privilege to assist young adults, children, adolescents and, their families to work through the challenges in their lives. My strengths as a practitioner are in helping clients identify and employ their strengths while discovering creative solutions.
When seeking a therapist, it is important to find someone with whom you can establish a point of connection and a deeper trusting relationship. I have been practicing for 30+ years in a variety of settings, from community mental health, secondary schools and college and university settings. Over the years, it is been my privilege to assist young adults, children, adolescents and, their families to work through the challenges in their lives. My strengths as a practitioner are in helping clients identify and employ their strengths while discovering creative solutions.
Ariel Hopes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135 (Online Only)
I am currently offering telehealth services to adults and children over the age of 10.
I specialize in work with children, adolescents, and parents, women and non-binary individuals, and adults of all ages struggling with a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and work, school, and relationship stress. I have experience with neurodivergent populations, LGBTQIA+, and various faith communities. I use a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and play and art therapies. I provide treatment from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective and am focused on empowering my clients to meet their goals and live happier, more fulfilling lives.
I am currently offering telehealth services to adults and children over the age of 10.
I specialize in work with children, adolescents, and parents, women and non-binary individuals, and adults of all ages struggling with a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and work, school, and relationship stress. I have experience with neurodivergent populations, LGBTQIA+, and various faith communities. I use a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and play and art therapies. I provide treatment from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective and am focused on empowering my clients to meet their goals and live happier, more fulfilling lives.
Jennifer Burgin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CEDS, CIEC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02131 (Online Only)
I welcome children, teens, and adults.
Accepting NEW patients! I am licensed in 14 states and offer evening and weekend appointments to meet you hectic scheduling needs. I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you, so your therapy experience will be one that focuses on your goals and desires without fear of judgement or expressing yourself with someone that truly "gets it." I have worked with patients 3-83 years old and I am passionate about taking you from where you are to where you want to be in life. Go to this link to schedule a consult/appointment: secure.helloalma.com/providers/jennifer-burgin/
I welcome children, teens, and adults.
Accepting NEW patients! I am licensed in 14 states and offer evening and weekend appointments to meet you hectic scheduling needs. I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you, so your therapy experience will be one that focuses on your goals and desires without fear of judgement or expressing yourself with someone that truly "gets it." I have worked with patients 3-83 years old and I am passionate about taking you from where you are to where you want to be in life. Go to this link to schedule a consult/appointment: secure.helloalma.com/providers/jennifer-burgin/
Kelly M Pratt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02121 (Online Only)
I have worked with children, adolescents and families for over 25 years in community, inpatient, residential and outpatient settings.
Hello there, and welcome! Healing from trauma can feel daunting and exhausting; I'm here to help. I've trained in over 20 of the NCTSN best practices in Trauma Treatment and have a diverse range of skills and modalities to draw from. My range of expertise comes from working with parents experiencing fatigue from parenting in hard places and sitting beside children, adolescents and young adults working through old patterns to develop hopeful and relieving ways of moving through the world. I would be honored to join with you on this journey. Life can be so very hard, and yet so very beautiful despite it all.
I have worked with children, adolescents and families for over 25 years in community, inpatient, residential and outpatient settings.
Hello there, and welcome! Healing from trauma can feel daunting and exhausting; I'm here to help. I've trained in over 20 of the NCTSN best practices in Trauma Treatment and have a diverse range of skills and modalities to draw from. My range of expertise comes from working with parents experiencing fatigue from parenting in hard places and sitting beside children, adolescents and young adults working through old patterns to develop hopeful and relieving ways of moving through the world. I would be honored to join with you on this journey. Life can be so very hard, and yet so very beautiful despite it all.
Maria Droste Counseling Services
Counselor, LMFT, LMHC, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer our services to individuals, children, families, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides affordable mental health and holistic therapies. Services are in person and teletherapy throughout the State of Massachusetts
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer our services to individuals, children, families, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides affordable mental health and holistic therapies. Services are in person and teletherapy throughout the State of Massachusetts
Jamica Cropper-Pam
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108
I provide support to those struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, gender identity, sexuality, parenting, children with behavioral issues, and relational issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Delaware who believes that any and everyone can benefit from therapy. I believe that reaching out for help is a sign of great strength. I create a safe space in which clients feel comfortable opening up by being authentic, humorous, and also direct. I challenge clients by asking the tough questions while still being compassionate to their needs. Therapy is a collaborative effort in which I provide support to help clients tackle life's obstacles. I view problems in a systemic manner and view the core of most issues as relational.
I provide support to those struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, gender identity, sexuality, parenting, children with behavioral issues, and relational issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Delaware who believes that any and everyone can benefit from therapy. I believe that reaching out for help is a sign of great strength. I create a safe space in which clients feel comfortable opening up by being authentic, humorous, and also direct. I challenge clients by asking the tough questions while still being compassionate to their needs. Therapy is a collaborative effort in which I provide support to help clients tackle life's obstacles. I view problems in a systemic manner and view the core of most issues as relational.
Betts Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02119
Work with me if you are an individual, couple or family dealing with a life change, relationship, social or communication issues. Work with me if you are trying to overcome trauma from childhood or adulthood experiences. Work with me if you are a teenager or parents with children in pain or having behavioral problems. Work with me if you are a couple that are new parents, empty nesters or have encountered obstacles in reconnecting. I will provide you with experienced, trained, person-centered therapy. I offer in-person and virtual visits.
Work with me if you are an individual, couple or family dealing with a life change, relationship, social or communication issues. Work with me if you are trying to overcome trauma from childhood or adulthood experiences. Work with me if you are a teenager or parents with children in pain or having behavioral problems. Work with me if you are a couple that are new parents, empty nesters or have encountered obstacles in reconnecting. I will provide you with experienced, trained, person-centered therapy. I offer in-person and virtual visits.
Kevin Scott
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02122 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with children, youth, and families. I prioritize rapport building in the therapeutic relationship utilizing a strength-based approach. I also incorporate the solution focused approach, instillation of hope, narrative therapy and other effective evidence -based methods to treat symptoms of depression, trauma, mood disorders, self-esteem, family conflict, relational conflicts and societal barriers.
I enjoy working with children, youth, and families. I prioritize rapport building in the therapeutic relationship utilizing a strength-based approach. I also incorporate the solution focused approach, instillation of hope, narrative therapy and other effective evidence -based methods to treat symptoms of depression, trauma, mood disorders, self-esteem, family conflict, relational conflicts and societal barriers.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AB, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
Are you facing challenges coping with life stressors or relationships? Do you need help learning to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to lead a productive and happy life? Are you a parent trying your best to parent a challenging child but still feel stuck? I offer compassionate, collaborative, results-oriented therapy and training for individuals and families who would like to improve the quality of life for themselves and/or their children. I use a warm and nonjudgmental approach to help you feel safe and comfortable. I want you to leave each session feeling hopeful, insightful, and empowered.
Are you facing challenges coping with life stressors or relationships? Do you need help learning to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to lead a productive and happy life? Are you a parent trying your best to parent a challenging child but still feel stuck? I offer compassionate, collaborative, results-oriented therapy and training for individuals and families who would like to improve the quality of life for themselves and/or their children. I use a warm and nonjudgmental approach to help you feel safe and comfortable. I want you to leave each session feeling hopeful, insightful, and empowered.
Anna Svetchnikov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, LSWA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Additionally, I am an award-winning author with numerous therapeutic books for children and parents.
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
Additionally, I am an award-winning author with numerous therapeutic books for children and parents.
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
David C Miller
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02210
Waitlist for new clients
(waitlist) Anxiety, depression, stress in the family and it’s much worse during this time. What do you do? You are watching your child suffer but you just can’t find the right answers to help them. The entire home is turning into a battlefield. You know your child is in pain but they just won’t talk. Your own relationship with your partner is so strained you are both questioning how to carry on. Things have never seemed so hopeless but I am here to assure you there are answers. I am here to help your family confront these issues head on and overcome the adversity disrupting your lives.
(waitlist) Anxiety, depression, stress in the family and it’s much worse during this time. What do you do? You are watching your child suffer but you just can’t find the right answers to help them. The entire home is turning into a battlefield. You know your child is in pain but they just won’t talk. Your own relationship with your partner is so strained you are both questioning how to carry on. Things have never seemed so hopeless but I am here to assure you there are answers. I am here to help your family confront these issues head on and overcome the adversity disrupting your lives.
Lisa A Sullivan
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC, CBIS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury, Children and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury, Children and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
Hua Ou
Counselor, LMHC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02132
Welcome to Grace Counseling, Hua Ou's private practice. You are unique and gifted with many strengths and experiences. In Grace Counseling, you are genuinely accepted as who you are, and empowered to achieve restoration and healing.
Welcome to Grace Counseling, Hua Ou's private practice. You are unique and gifted with many strengths and experiences. In Grace Counseling, you are genuinely accepted as who you are, and empowered to achieve restoration and healing.
Agape Love Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02103 (Online Only)
Finding a Christian therapist is hard. I am well aware that you are looking for mental healthcare that fits your needs. I know you are ready to break away the strongholds that are holding you back from living an abundant life. Christian Counseling could be for you!
Finding a Christian therapist is hard. I am well aware that you are looking for mental healthcare that fits your needs. I know you are ready to break away the strongholds that are holding you back from living an abundant life. Christian Counseling could be for you!
GENNEW
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02124
Waitlist for new clients
GENNEW therapists have openings that are filling quickly. Visiting the website www.gennew.org is the absolute quickest way to schedule with me or others from GENNEW. I have worked with a wide range of clients experiencing: post-incarceration, grief, anxiety, familial conflict, and personal clarity. So long as the person I treat wants to work towards changing the issue we can help in guiding towards that outcome.
GENNEW therapists have openings that are filling quickly. Visiting the website www.gennew.org is the absolute quickest way to schedule with me or others from GENNEW. I have worked with a wide range of clients experiencing: post-incarceration, grief, anxiety, familial conflict, and personal clarity. So long as the person I treat wants to work towards changing the issue we can help in guiding towards that outcome.
Nantucket Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02102 (Online Only)
It has not been an easy step for you to come to counseling. It may take months, or even years, to get up the courage to call for an appointment. For many, coming to counseling can feel both frightening and yet a relief. I do not have a waiting list, and can get you in to see me fairly quickly. My unique style is to educate, motivate and inspire you, providing a solid foundation for a healthy life. I am a down to earth, "regular" person with a style that puts most people at ease. I also now offer hourly supervisory services to masters level students in a social work or mental health counseling programs.
It has not been an easy step for you to come to counseling. It may take months, or even years, to get up the courage to call for an appointment. For many, coming to counseling can feel both frightening and yet a relief. I do not have a waiting list, and can get you in to see me fairly quickly. My unique style is to educate, motivate and inspire you, providing a solid foundation for a healthy life. I am a down to earth, "regular" person with a style that puts most people at ease. I also now offer hourly supervisory services to masters level students in a social work or mental health counseling programs.
Lacey Rose Alvarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating people who have experienced trauma, mood disorders, eating disorders, and psychosis. My expertise includes working with adults, youth, and families. I am passionate about working with adolescents and young adults on identity formation. Most youth I have worked with have identified as part of the LGBTQ+ community, with particular focus on gender identity and affirmation. As a holistic practitioner, I give consideration for intersectional factors of race, ability, culture, and other dimensions of identity as well.
I specialize in treating people who have experienced trauma, mood disorders, eating disorders, and psychosis. My expertise includes working with adults, youth, and families. I am passionate about working with adolescents and young adults on identity formation. Most youth I have worked with have identified as part of the LGBTQ+ community, with particular focus on gender identity and affirmation. As a holistic practitioner, I give consideration for intersectional factors of race, ability, culture, and other dimensions of identity as well.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Boston, MA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Boston build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Boston build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.