Family Therapy in 02066

I hold a space of safety, confidentiality & upmost respect for my clients, the stories they have lived & their hopes for personal transformation. With my youngest clients, counseling is a collaborative process of shifting challenging habits & behaviors, or removing roadblocks impacting school adjustment and family harmony. I work in partnership with caregivers to take actionable steps, teaching skills & strategies to help children and adolescents thrive. With adult clients, we uncover patterns & behaviors causing pain, address trauma, shame, identity, or relationship issues; anything impacting optimal wellbeing.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice, as well as a staff appointment at Harvard affiliated McLean Hospital. I offer a warm, collaborative and compassionate approach utilizing evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and DBT + Prolonged Exposure for anxiety disorders and trauma. I specialize in providing individualized care to teenagers and adults who are facing emotional, behavioral, and/or relational obstacles. I have extensive experience working with children and adults in outpatient, residential and hospital settings.

Are you seeking new ways of thinking, behaving and interacting with your partner, spouse, family or friends? Are old relational patterns getting in the way of fulfillment and growth? Are you going through something that is testing your strength and ability to manage? Through personal and professional experiences I believe in the power of the therapeutic process and relationship in fostering insight, healing, and to empower change. My clients tell me my warmth, humor and grounded approach allows them to feel at ease.

If you are interested in services please complete the Client Information Form on my website. This very quickly helps us see if the basics match or send an email for a response. Collaborative problem solving, shared stories, practice and a desire for change can open up new pathways in life. I use a combination of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Social Thinking and Family Systems. While history is important, most of the work I do is present and future focused. A full range of counseling services are offered. I enjoy helping people navigate life transitions and helping people find ways to improve themselves.

"I believe self-acceptance is the key to positive change." There are times when our lives can feel overwhelming and difficult. I believe we all have the capacity to improve ourselves and achieve happiness. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment where you can feel at ease to discover who you are. Through therapy, I will assist in developing your strengths, while addressing your weaknesses. Teach effective coping skills, and incorporate strategies to overcome obstacles. I am also Jikiden Reiki trained & certified level I and 2. for those who are looking for a holistic approach to add to their therapy.

I am a clinician with over 25 years of experience helping people reach their personal goals and maximum potential. My proven therapeutic holistic approach, begins with establishing an empathic understanding of you as a person, teaching you to be more aware as you move through life, while you also learn to change the ineffective thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you from the life or results you want. I have worked successfully with individuals, couples and families with depression, anxiety, trauma, serious illness, suicidal ideation and self harming behaviors. If you've been disappointed with therapy in the past give me a try.

Lynch Wellness Professional Group has one fundamental mission: To foster transformation through growth. Using the Lynch Wellness Approach, we believe in helping people obtain freedom from addiction and mental health challenges. Our concierge services are founded on the various Dimensions of Wellness. Our main objective is to provide innovative clinical expertise and recovery support to meet our client’s individual needs.

YES, Accepting New Clients - - At MPC, we practice a strengths-based and solution-focused form of counseling. Strengths-based counseling seeks to empower the individual to build on the resilience that they already have. Solution-focused approaches are generally rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and take a present day look at real world challenges the client is facing. Together, these approaches can be used to create new and lasting ways to cope with challenges from stress, depression, anxiety and trauma.

In-person and tele health - limited availability. If you find yourself overwhelmed by emotions, caught in negative thinking patterns, or just plain stuck, I provide a safe space to help you build insight and skills to navigate your way to a more productive, authentic self. Together, we can sort through the roadblocks and create a map you can use to move forward.

I work with individuals who are looking to achieve their potential and possibility. I meet clients where they are and we work together to realize the client's goals. We work toward change and focusing on what works.

Are you caught in a struggle? Stuck in pain? Wanting change? Putting your dreams/visions on hold? Feeling like you've lost JOY? Putting yourself last? It's time to turn your challenges into opportunities, reclaim your joy, and discover the power of reconnecting with your authentic self/your "inner child". I offer individual "one on one" sessions AND workshops. I serve individuals, groups, and organizations. I love to inspire and educate! My "Mindful Practices in Self-Compassion" techniques are transformational in creating positive emotional shifts. With daily practices in mindful self-compassion, you will live a more balanced life, relax negative emotions and invite in "JOY". Through my individual client sessions and workshops, I offer tangible tools and techniques to create the life YOU want!

I counsel individuals of all ages who are motivated to grow and are looking for greater peace or deeper meaning in their lives.

Whether you need help with some problem solving or are just feeling down, I can help you to get back on track. Perhaps you just need some brief solution focused therapy or if you need help with more in-depth issues, a plan can be created to help you to feel like your best self. I have always been drawn to working with people and strive to improve their lives by teaching them the tools needed to overcome adversities that we all face at one time or another. I have always believed, that our struggles help define us and make us stronger for what lies ahead.

Reaching out for help can be a scary and difficult decision. The decision to seek support is a courageous and positive first step toward a healthier and self-empowered way of being. I enjoy working with individuals who are ready to take this journey to find balance in their life.

My focus is to help clients address and manage life's challenges and my therapy style is interactive, respectful, and responsive. I work with individuals to develop better coping skills, insight, and improved interpersonal communication, leading to increased emotional health and happiness. I provide a safe supportive environment in which to explore your concerns and help you use your strengths to make positive life changes. I tailor my approach to my clients' needs and have seen my clients with a wide array of challenges make tremendous growth in all areas of life.

Life can be complicated. Let’s work together to simplify it. You may say, “Easier said than done, Sebastian”. Agreed. Taking time out of your day to find someone to help you is already putting in the work. You have already committed to the process. Let’s see if I may be a good fit for you and your needs. Whether you have engaged in therapy before or this is your first time, I welcome you.

Working through life's challenges can be difficult on our own. Sometimes we need guidance and professional support to help us navigate our worlds. I have over 20 years of experience providing counseling to adults, couples, and families who are struggling with various issues. My therapeutic approach is interactive, compassionate, and validating and can be tailored to meet your specific needs. I believe a therapist needs to be objective, empathetic, open, and kind.

***Accepting New Clients for online Tele-Health.*** Are you experiencing anxiety or worry that gets in the way of work, relationships or friendships? Are you unable to let go of painful memories or feelings related to a traumatic experience? Are you coping with stress with alcohol and prescription medications? Do you feel worried and conflicted about your drinking? Drug and alcohol concerns are often a result of deeper struggles such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma and obstacles in daily life.

I treat people the way I want to be treated, with respect, warmth and openness. My belief is to help you in reaching your full potential in order to have the life you believe is fulfilling for you. I am interactive, down to earth and ask questions to help you come to your own most useful conclusions. I will use your strengths to challenge you to consider other options within your life. I continue to love my work with all types of people after many years of experience.