EMDR Therapists in Lexington, MA

I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, mood and substance use disorders in adults and young adults. I am also certified in EMDR. While a grounding in the science of treatment informs all of my work, compassion and empathy are at its foundation. I am a Clinical Instructor of Psychology at the Harvard Medical School and Clinical Associate of Psychology at McLean Hospital.

During these trying times we can benefit from a caring, warm, supportive, and knowledgeable person to help with life's challenges such as anxiety, loss/grief, transitions, relationship difficulties, decision making, lack of motivation, identity issues including race, gender, and sexual orientation, and stress that can result in negative feelings including depression.

My ideal client would be someone who is ready and willing to participate in treatment. I am comfortable with an array of different diagnoses and struggles. Their needs would include working towards tangible goals that we are able to breakdown in the treatment setting. They may want to work on self-esteem, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms etc. They would want to minimize their symptoms and improve everyday functioning. The goal would ultimately be to no longer need treatment as they have reached their goals.

I specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, perinatal anxiety, and other anxiety disorders. I help my clients decrease and manage emotional and physical distress, and increase well-being. My clients range in age from 17 through older adulthood. I work collaboratively and actively with my clients to achieve their short and long term goals. My approach is always compassionate, respectful, and optimistic. My goals are to reduce symptoms while helping clients move toward positive long-term changes.

My clinical work is integrative with the goal of helping an individual, couple, or family become more whole. My clients are diverse; I thoroughly enjoy working with the full age range, from high-energy little ones to quietly reflective older folks. Together we create a space where we can collaborate with curiosity and creative mindfulness, a space where the work of psychotherapy enables clients to tap their strengths and develop psychologically. My ideal clients are receptive to change and courageous.

Do things feel out of control? Maybe you're searching for someone to help support your child's mental health. Maybe the tension between you and your partner erupts into conflict too often. Maybe you don't feel like yourself anymore..... whatever the situation, you decided to reach out for some support. That's an amazing first step. I understand - opening up to a stranger can be terrifying! I try my best to make it less so. I’m a relational therapist - this means that who I am is part of the work I do. I come to this work with my own insecurities and vulnerabilities.

Searching for the support of a trusted therapist to guide you through life's challenges? Look no further. I am a warm, engaging and active therapist. I bring curiosity and years of professional experiences to assist you in your healing journey.

Lisa is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a healing framework based on trauma resolution through self-compassion, self-awareness, empowered choices, inner-knowing, trust, intuition, purpose, authenticity, joy, and more profound connection with self, others, and life. Her knowledge base and passion are focused on clients who have a history of trauma.

I am a Harvard Medical School and MGH-affiliated psychologist offering a compassionate, non-judgmental, strengths-based perspective with an active, collaborative therapeutic style. I draw from integrative, holistic, and evidence-based approaches to mental health and well-being, guided by the current research, and based on your unique background and needs. We will take into account multi-dimensional factors such as the biological, psychological, social, spiritual, and cultural aspects for a whole-person perspective within the context of your unique experiences. I offer many unique tools so we can use approaches that fit your needs.

Clients who value growth through insight,emotional awareness and creativity, do well with me. By growth I mean moving towards being more mindful. Being more present in body,mind and,sprit. I am best suited to treating depression, anxiety,trauma,sexual identity issues, as well as relationship issues and issues of life purpose including career and relationships. I also specialize in working with people who have been diagnosed or their child has been Diagnosed with an illness such as Type 1 diabetes.

I have no availability at this time. I have been a clinical mental health therapist for over 15 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with trauma, anxiety, depression, and major mental illness. I utilize evidenced-based practices specific to the presenting problem, ages, and stages of the client. These include but are not limited to EMDR, CBT/DBT, play therapy, family therapy, narrative therapy, progressive counting, client-focused, and strength based therapy. I am passionate about helping clients overcome challenges and difficulties so that they can reach their full potential.

I am fully certified in two evidence based therapies1) EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and 2) IFS or Internal Family Systems Therapy. In a very SAFE manner, they can be VERY effective. I emphasize the word SAFE because NOTHING is ever discussed unless YOU are comfortable discussing it. You're "the boss" as to what we cover/discuss in therapy.

My approach to counseling is active and empowering . Utilizing various methods I have learned over more than 40 years of practice I will quickly help you identify strengths and challenges to living your life more fully. Clients I have helped most effectively include those struggling with ADHD (whether diagnosed or suspected) , anxiety, grief, trauma, sexual orientation, and life stage adjustment issues. Sessions can be either online or in person at my comfortable home office only 1 mile from Route 128 near route 2A.

Center Psychotherapy is a group mental health practice that is committed to providing quality and expert mental health treatment using a humanist, client-centered approach to therapy. Our clinicians recognize that successful treatment varies with individual needs, strengths, and personal client preferences. We strive to work with you to develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions that recognize strengths, not just symptom expression.

I think it is extremely courageous to admit we need help. I believe one of the most important criteria for successful treatment is to have a trusting, open, "therapeutic rapport" with a client. Without trust and a good connection, the therapeutic process cannot begin. With that in mind, I believe the first step is creating an environment safe from judgement and rich in support. My focus is to enable clients to acquire insight, skills, and motivation for emotional, cognitive, and behavioral transitions.I specialize in older adolescent and adult individual therapy as well as family and couples counseling.

I enjoy working with adolescents, teenagers and adults who have trauma histories and traumatic loss. I believe that with every trauma comes opportunity for spiritual, emotional and relational growth. As a Social Worker and family systems therapist, I work with clients to address depression, anxiety, and trauma, from a wholistic and systemic perspective.

I've been a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) for almost twenty years. I work with individuals, couples, and families out of the basement office of my home in Arlington, MA. My most basic therapeutic approach is that everyone is born good and whole. But, life happens and it sends us difficulties that we can’t always understand or handle. These difficulties can happen as children, adolescents, adults, in school, home, work, and in our marriages. Sometimes these problematic life experiences can affect our core beliefs negatively and/or overwhelm our abilities to cope.

In-person (Arlington) or telehealth sessions available! You may be experiencing challenges moving in a desired direction in your life or perhaps noticing patterns in your current behavior or relationships that you would like to change. I feel fortunate to work in a field where I witness healing change every day, and it is a privilege to hear your unique story. With experience working in a number of diverse settings including community mental health, offering group therapy, working with college counseling centers, as well as on a rape crisis hotline, I bring an active and warm approach to therapy.

EMDR Therapy Intensives Therapy intensives are a great way to make significant progress in a shorter amount of time. Rather than going to counseling for an hour session once a week, you would set aside a specific chunk of time - 3 hours or 3 days - for intensive therapeutic work. Unlike traditional weekly sessions, which may extend over months or years, intensives offer a focused and immersive therapeutic experience. During these sessions, clients engage in ongoing EMDR processing sessions each day, allowing for rapid progress and deeper exploration of traumatic material.