Experiential Therapy in Wellesley Hills, MA

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Marianne Brandon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
*NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Welcome to my psychology practice. Intimate relationships are challenging for just about everyone. Keeping a passionate connection alive over time requires unique skills, persistence and determination. I work with individuals and couples who wish to deepen emotional or sexual intimacy, improve communication, strengthen their romantic bond, heal from affairs, and folks who feel addicted to pornography or other sexual outlets, as well as depression, irritability, anxiety, etc. Probably the best way to get a sense of me quickly is to read my Psychology Today blog, The Future of Intimacy.
*NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Welcome to my psychology practice. Intimate relationships are challenging for just about everyone. Keeping a passionate connection alive over time requires unique skills, persistence and determination. I work with individuals and couples who wish to deepen emotional or sexual intimacy, improve communication, strengthen their romantic bond, heal from affairs, and folks who feel addicted to pornography or other sexual outlets, as well as depression, irritability, anxiety, etc. Probably the best way to get a sense of me quickly is to read my Psychology Today blog, The Future of Intimacy.
(410) 988-4254 View (410) 988-4254

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Ashley O'Dell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481
I have a passion for working with adults who are healing from trauma; members of the LGBTQIA+ community; artists and creatives; and suicide loss survivors.
I have a passion for working with adults who are healing from trauma; members of the LGBTQIA+ community; artists and creatives; and suicide loss survivors.
(781) 731-1804 View (781) 731-1804
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Skylar Jungers
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481
My goal in therapy is to use empathy, humor, and openness to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself without judgement, accepted for all that you are, and ready to process your experiences with someone who values your wellbeing! My passion lies in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults seeking to work through issues of anxiety, identity development, stress, family conflict, school issues, relationships, transitions, and self-esteem. I also have several years of experience helping athletes with common performance issues such as confidence, focus, motivation, and overcoming injury to perform at their best!
My goal in therapy is to use empathy, humor, and openness to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself without judgement, accepted for all that you are, and ready to process your experiences with someone who values your wellbeing! My passion lies in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults seeking to work through issues of anxiety, identity development, stress, family conflict, school issues, relationships, transitions, and self-esteem. I also have several years of experience helping athletes with common performance issues such as confidence, focus, motivation, and overcoming injury to perform at their best!
(617) 766-0879 View (617) 766-0879
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Rita Vatcher
Counselor, LMHC, MCCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181
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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Guy Sapirstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02192
People come to see me when they feel stuck and have had enough. I help parents help their children; help couples and families get closer and happier; and in general help people successfully resolve issues such as: stress, anxiety, adjustment to new life circumstances (relocation, family changes), relationship issues (divorce, extra-marital affairs, conflict), and dealing with difficult family members. Typical 50 minute sessions don't work for everyone, so I offer longer sessions when appropriate (up to 4 hours), where we use experiential techniques (meditation, sound, movement, Ketamine) to go deeper and facilitate transformation.
People come to see me when they feel stuck and have had enough. I help parents help their children; help couples and families get closer and happier; and in general help people successfully resolve issues such as: stress, anxiety, adjustment to new life circumstances (relocation, family changes), relationship issues (divorce, extra-marital affairs, conflict), and dealing with difficult family members. Typical 50 minute sessions don't work for everyone, so I offer longer sessions when appropriate (up to 4 hours), where we use experiential techniques (meditation, sound, movement, Ketamine) to go deeper and facilitate transformation.
(617) 431-5258 View (617) 431-5258
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Dr. Cammy | Bliss In Being
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02181  (Online Only)
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths and the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call to schedule!
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths and the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call to schedule!
(202) 980-4152 View (202) 980-4152
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Yana Kazekamp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck in your relationship? Are there things left unsaid, creating distance between you and your partner? Life can get busy, and it's easy to find yourselves caught in a cycle of misunderstandings and unresolved issues. If you're longing for a deeper connection and want to break free from the struggles that are holding you back, imagine a place where your feelings are heard, and positive change is within reach. In our fast-paced world, a 50-min therapy session may not always provide the immediate impact couples seek. That is why I hold couples therapy intensives, which is a weekend of deep therapeutic work!
Feeling stuck in your relationship? Are there things left unsaid, creating distance between you and your partner? Life can get busy, and it's easy to find yourselves caught in a cycle of misunderstandings and unresolved issues. If you're longing for a deeper connection and want to break free from the struggles that are holding you back, imagine a place where your feelings are heard, and positive change is within reach. In our fast-paced world, a 50-min therapy session may not always provide the immediate impact couples seek. That is why I hold couples therapy intensives, which is a weekend of deep therapeutic work!
(351) 200-0824 View (351) 200-0824
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Bliss In Being
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482  (Online Only)
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths & the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call today to schedule!
Are you looking for relief from stress, worry, insomnia, or low mood? Has your partnership lost its sparkle? Does your body feel on edge and exhausted? Life doesn’t have to be so hard. Let’s work together and achieve the goals that have been just out of reach. E-mail me today and let's schedule a free consult. During that consult, we will discuss your strengths & the barriers that have held you back. Together, we will develop a customized program to meet your exact needs. All of our programs include top-tier, evidence-based interventions, like EMDR, Gottman Couple Method, Cognitive Processing, and more. Call today to schedule!
(781) 746-7243 View (781) 746-7243
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Be Mindful and Well, PhD
PhD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
(617) 744-7497 View (617) 744-7497
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Christer Larsson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with boys and men in individual, as well as in family therapy, with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am deeply committed to human growth and development, and will in an engaging and interactive psychotherapy work with you to clearly define your goals with the expectation of reducing the depression, anxiety, or other difficulties that you want to be free from. This therapeutic approach can best be described as collaborative, cognitive-behavioral, experiential, strength-based, mindfulness-based, practice- based, and goal-oriented. Feel free to contact me.
I specialize in working with boys and men in individual, as well as in family therapy, with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am deeply committed to human growth and development, and will in an engaging and interactive psychotherapy work with you to clearly define your goals with the expectation of reducing the depression, anxiety, or other difficulties that you want to be free from. This therapeutic approach can best be described as collaborative, cognitive-behavioral, experiential, strength-based, mindfulness-based, practice- based, and goal-oriented. Feel free to contact me.
(857) 230-0421 View (857) 230-0421
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Beth Gochberg Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CSAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
As a certified Sex Addiction & Partner Trauma Specialist, my role is to help you navigate the traumatic effects of relationship betrayal on your road to recovery, growth, healing & discovery. My approach is empathetic, action oriented, strength & trauma based. I'm committed to working with partners, couples & families impacted by sex addiction & betrayal trauma. As a therapist with over 35 years of experience, I work with a range of emotional & behavioral issues. My clients struggle with anxiety, depression, loss, grief, relationship & intimacy issues, marital & family problems. I offer a personalized approach tailored to your needs
As a certified Sex Addiction & Partner Trauma Specialist, my role is to help you navigate the traumatic effects of relationship betrayal on your road to recovery, growth, healing & discovery. My approach is empathetic, action oriented, strength & trauma based. I'm committed to working with partners, couples & families impacted by sex addiction & betrayal trauma. As a therapist with over 35 years of experience, I work with a range of emotional & behavioral issues. My clients struggle with anxiety, depression, loss, grief, relationship & intimacy issues, marital & family problems. I offer a personalized approach tailored to your needs
(857) 226-4283 View (857) 226-4283
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Nova Concierge Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
Nova Concierge Counseling, LLC is a boutique therapy practice catering to the individual needs of each client. We pride ourselves in being accessible, hands-on and in your corner to aide in challenges and celebrate your successes during every step of your journey. Our sessions are 60 minutes in length. We also offer concierge services as needed. We are a small practice, allowing us to be highly available and offer support services in addition to regular sessions. Please note that insurance is not accepted we are a private pay only practice.
Nova Concierge Counseling, LLC is a boutique therapy practice catering to the individual needs of each client. We pride ourselves in being accessible, hands-on and in your corner to aide in challenges and celebrate your successes during every step of your journey. Our sessions are 60 minutes in length. We also offer concierge services as needed. We are a small practice, allowing us to be highly available and offer support services in addition to regular sessions. Please note that insurance is not accepted we are a private pay only practice.
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Tanya Cherkerzian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
Welcome to my practice! I invite you to consider working together to address your specific goals and challenges in a supportive and collaborative way. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults with issues of anxiety, specific phobias, depression, trauma, mood dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions and building coping strategies and resilience. I believe that with challenge comes an opportunity for inner growth and strength. Mindset is a powerful tool that can help you to feel strong, calm, and confident.
Welcome to my practice! I invite you to consider working together to address your specific goals and challenges in a supportive and collaborative way. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults with issues of anxiety, specific phobias, depression, trauma, mood dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions and building coping strategies and resilience. I believe that with challenge comes an opportunity for inner growth and strength. Mindset is a powerful tool that can help you to feel strong, calm, and confident.
(617) 658-3834 View (617) 658-3834
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Izabella Lidrbauch
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
Izabella Lidrbauch is a Board Certified Music Therapist, and holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Specialty in Music Therapy from Lesley University. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in a wide range of settings, including public schools, inpatient, and residential care, and is passionate about supporting creativity in order to promote individual and community healing. Izabella has experience working with a wide range of diagnoses, including individuals navigating complex medical diagnoses and/or developmental trauma.
Izabella Lidrbauch is a Board Certified Music Therapist, and holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Specialty in Music Therapy from Lesley University. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in a wide range of settings, including public schools, inpatient, and residential care, and is passionate about supporting creativity in order to promote individual and community healing. Izabella has experience working with a wide range of diagnoses, including individuals navigating complex medical diagnoses and/or developmental trauma.
(617) 741-9819 View (617) 741-9819
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Aubrey Hinton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waban, MA 02468
Aubrey utilizes a holistic view while embracing each persons unique experiences and individuality. Many of us feel overwhelmed, stuck, stressed, anxious, worried, angry, hopeless, or sad at times. Sometimes we struggle with changes like moving, having a baby, starting school, starting a new job, or losing a loved one (pets included). Some of us have had distressing experiences or something traumatic happen. Or perhaps we are having difficulty in a relationship with family, friends, dating, partner, or spouse. Aubrey works with you to find the most effective techniques and skills to support in facing challenges and finding relief.
Aubrey utilizes a holistic view while embracing each persons unique experiences and individuality. Many of us feel overwhelmed, stuck, stressed, anxious, worried, angry, hopeless, or sad at times. Sometimes we struggle with changes like moving, having a baby, starting school, starting a new job, or losing a loved one (pets included). Some of us have had distressing experiences or something traumatic happen. Or perhaps we are having difficulty in a relationship with family, friends, dating, partner, or spouse. Aubrey works with you to find the most effective techniques and skills to support in facing challenges and finding relief.
(623) 235-8809 View (623) 235-8809
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Jeanna Kovac
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Weston, MA 02493
I have been providing individual and couples therapy for 21 years. I originally trained and practiced in Boston, MA and specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and relational discord. I also assist individuals in navigating various life stressors. My role as a therapist is to help you identify your goals and assist in achieving goals through psychodynamic and/or cognitive behavioral processing, provision of supportive therapy and psychoeducation.
I have been providing individual and couples therapy for 21 years. I originally trained and practiced in Boston, MA and specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and relational discord. I also assist individuals in navigating various life stressors. My role as a therapist is to help you identify your goals and assist in achieving goals through psychodynamic and/or cognitive behavioral processing, provision of supportive therapy and psychoeducation.
(423) 210-4308 View (423) 210-4308
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Jacqueline Warner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Weston, MA 02493  (Online Only)
Licensed and seeing clients via telehealth in MA, CT and FL. Reconnection, energy, feeling heard & understood, finding clarity - these are things we all strive for, and often need to rediscover, or recreate, from time to time. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed by the "muck" & need another pair of eyes for a change of perspective or to help create a new experience. As the master of your own life, I work in collaboration with you to determine your needs and goals. Using a casual, cooperative style validates your experience, and empowers you to find clarity and create change for yourself, and/or your family.
Licensed and seeing clients via telehealth in MA, CT and FL. Reconnection, energy, feeling heard & understood, finding clarity - these are things we all strive for, and often need to rediscover, or recreate, from time to time. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed by the "muck" & need another pair of eyes for a change of perspective or to help create a new experience. As the master of your own life, I work in collaboration with you to determine your needs and goals. Using a casual, cooperative style validates your experience, and empowers you to find clarity and create change for yourself, and/or your family.
(508) 506-5496 View (508) 506-5496
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Amy Bichsel Pacheco Piña
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISCW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Auburndale, MA 02466  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I use evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) along with experiential therapy.
I wonder if you ever feel like you are in a thunderstorm with no shelter in sight? Or your worries are so heavy that they spill into your dreams? To be human is to struggle. Maybe you have been struggling for a long time or maybe just a short while. No matter what storm you are weathering, I am here to walk beside you and help you find shelter. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, grief/loss and self worth. Difficulties in life are usually more complex than just falling into one category or another; but know that you are seen. Together, we can find a healing approach that works best for you.
I use evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) along with experiential therapy.
I wonder if you ever feel like you are in a thunderstorm with no shelter in sight? Or your worries are so heavy that they spill into your dreams? To be human is to struggle. Maybe you have been struggling for a long time or maybe just a short while. No matter what storm you are weathering, I am here to walk beside you and help you find shelter. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, grief/loss and self worth. Difficulties in life are usually more complex than just falling into one category or another; but know that you are seen. Together, we can find a healing approach that works best for you.
(617) 356-0198 View (617) 356-0198
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Dena Ray, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02482
Not accepting new clients
I am feel very optimistic that people are able to change and create meaningful lives. I help my clients reach these goals. Voicing feelings and receiving support in a confidential, non-judgmental setting is essential. With me, my clients become more self-aware of emotional triggers, learn how their past affects their present, and is able to make positive changes. I help them cope with anxiety and depression, I work extensively with couples, resolve insomnia and sleep disorders and help athletes achieve peak sport performance. I also help clients experiencing loss, grief and bereavement.
I am feel very optimistic that people are able to change and create meaningful lives. I help my clients reach these goals. Voicing feelings and receiving support in a confidential, non-judgmental setting is essential. With me, my clients become more self-aware of emotional triggers, learn how their past affects their present, and is able to make positive changes. I help them cope with anxiety and depression, I work extensively with couples, resolve insomnia and sleep disorders and help athletes achieve peak sport performance. I also help clients experiencing loss, grief and bereavement.
(508) 928-5142 View (508) 928-5142
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John C. Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
Not accepting new clients
I have a hybrid practice. I specialize in parenting issues, anger management and spiritual issues. I provide support to men and fathers as they strive to become the best version of themselves. I tend to work with a lot of men who are former athletes. My background as a former high school and college athlete seems to serve our connection. The men who come see me want help in figuring out ways to channel their aggression in a healthier way and tend to be self reliant and often have a hard time asking for help.
I have a hybrid practice. I specialize in parenting issues, anger management and spiritual issues. I provide support to men and fathers as they strive to become the best version of themselves. I tend to work with a lot of men who are former athletes. My background as a former high school and college athlete seems to serve our connection. The men who come see me want help in figuring out ways to channel their aggression in a healthier way and tend to be self reliant and often have a hard time asking for help.
(646) 846-9157 View (646) 846-9157

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Experiential Therapy

How does experiential therapy work?

Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.

Is experiential therapy evidence-based?

Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.

How long does experiential therapy last?

The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

Does experiential therapy help with trauma?

Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.