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Eileen English
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
My primary modalities are Internal Family Systems therapy, and Mindfulness, Acceptance and Self Compassion.
I have several decades of experience providing therapy to people from many walks of life. My overall goal is to provide you with the opportunity to be heard, so that you can move forward with more joy and less pain. You may feel fragmented and want to heal, or out of sorts and want to sort it out. Perhaps you want to achieve a sense of wellness and well-being. It is my honor to build trust at your pace, so that we can walk together in partnership on this journey. We will work to allow your strengths, your sorrows and your joys to build toward inner wholeness with courage, self compassion and clarity.
My primary modalities are Internal Family Systems therapy, and Mindfulness, Acceptance and Self Compassion.
I have several decades of experience providing therapy to people from many walks of life. My overall goal is to provide you with the opportunity to be heard, so that you can move forward with more joy and less pain. You may feel fragmented and want to heal, or out of sorts and want to sort it out. Perhaps you want to achieve a sense of wellness and well-being. It is my honor to build trust at your pace, so that we can walk together in partnership on this journey. We will work to allow your strengths, your sorrows and your joys to build toward inner wholeness with courage, self compassion and clarity.
(617) 870-0860 View (617) 870-0860
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Ireneusz Sielski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families, drawing on experience with clients from the US and Europe. Licensed in MA and CT.
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families, drawing on experience with clients from the US and Europe. Licensed in MA and CT.
(508) 501-0561 View (508) 501-0561
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Jeffrey J Howlett
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
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.
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.
(781) 483-4693 View (781) 483-4693
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Jenny White Kuliesis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic Theory, and Attachment Theory and use a combination of training and experience to support your specific and individual needs.
As your collaborator, my focus is on your strengths, your challenges, and your goals. You may feel stuck and not sure how you'll navigate a transition such as the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an alarming diagnosis, or a career disruption. Together, we will work to move away from negative patterns that limit your growth and move towards greater self-compassion. My job is to create a place where you can express your full range of emotions in every session. While tears in therapy may be expected, do not discount the healing power of laughter.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic Theory, and Attachment Theory and use a combination of training and experience to support your specific and individual needs.
As your collaborator, my focus is on your strengths, your challenges, and your goals. You may feel stuck and not sure how you'll navigate a transition such as the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an alarming diagnosis, or a career disruption. Together, we will work to move away from negative patterns that limit your growth and move towards greater self-compassion. My job is to create a place where you can express your full range of emotions in every session. While tears in therapy may be expected, do not discount the healing power of laughter.
(339) 215-3466 View (339) 215-3466
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Alison Mamatey
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476
My specialty is in difficult family and relationship dynamics (whether past or current), with a focus on how those dynamics impact the way you currently think, feel, and relate to others.
Welcome! Do you currently struggle with any of the following: anxiety; indecisiveness; tough inner critic; difficulty saying no; feeling disconnected from others; low self-esteem; a nagging feeling you’re doing something wrong or there may be something wrong with you? The good news is, these are not inherent traits people are born with and you are not bound to eternally struggle with these things! This therapy will give you the opportunity to uncover the root causes of these struggles in order to make changes in the here-and-now. Please click on my website link for more information on the benefits of this therapy!
My specialty is in difficult family and relationship dynamics (whether past or current), with a focus on how those dynamics impact the way you currently think, feel, and relate to others.
Welcome! Do you currently struggle with any of the following: anxiety; indecisiveness; tough inner critic; difficulty saying no; feeling disconnected from others; low self-esteem; a nagging feeling you’re doing something wrong or there may be something wrong with you? The good news is, these are not inherent traits people are born with and you are not bound to eternally struggle with these things! This therapy will give you the opportunity to uncover the root causes of these struggles in order to make changes in the here-and-now. Please click on my website link for more information on the benefits of this therapy!
(617) 925-1524 View (617) 925-1524
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Jennifer Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am trained to support you and your partner in creating a relationship in which you work together to ensure each partner's needs are understood, respected, and met.
CURRENTLY SEEING MA AND CT CLIENTS VIA TELEHEALTH. Do you want a more satisfying, connected, and supportive relationship with your partner? Is it difficult to work through current and past conflicts? Do you consistently have the same fight over and over again? I can help you to overcome these challenges and strengthen your relationship so that you and your partner are on the same team instead of stuck playing against each other. Through therapy, you will be able to better understand your partner’s and your own feelings and reactions, leading to greater compassion and understanding, and ultimately healing in your relationship.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am trained to support you and your partner in creating a relationship in which you work together to ensure each partner's needs are understood, respected, and met.
CURRENTLY SEEING MA AND CT CLIENTS VIA TELEHEALTH. Do you want a more satisfying, connected, and supportive relationship with your partner? Is it difficult to work through current and past conflicts? Do you consistently have the same fight over and over again? I can help you to overcome these challenges and strengthen your relationship so that you and your partner are on the same team instead of stuck playing against each other. Through therapy, you will be able to better understand your partner’s and your own feelings and reactions, leading to greater compassion and understanding, and ultimately healing in your relationship.
(781) 780-2761 View (781) 780-2761
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Dr. Melissa Coffey
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Her specialties include, trauma, grief, divorce, family systems, lifespan changes, education difficulties, anxiety, and depression.
Melissa Coffey, PsyD, is a pre-licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. Melissa has a plethora of experience in the school setting as well as the clinical setting. Her background includes trauma informed care, family systems, psychoeducational assessment, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth. Her research includes implementing positive psychology into complex systems to increase the level of wellbeing in the work environment.
Her specialties include, trauma, grief, divorce, family systems, lifespan changes, education difficulties, anxiety, and depression.
Melissa Coffey, PsyD, is a pre-licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents. Melissa has a plethora of experience in the school setting as well as the clinical setting. Her background includes trauma informed care, family systems, psychoeducational assessment, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth. Her research includes implementing positive psychology into complex systems to increase the level of wellbeing in the work environment.
(339) 500-7899 View (339) 500-7899
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Danielle Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476
I help couples develop skills to restore trust, communicate and express feelings effectively, understand and resolve differences, and enhance intimacy. It is my passion to help couples repair their connections and create secure and lasting bonds with those who matter the most. I also offer supervision to advanced practitioners interested in learning more about working with couples. I am a Principal Staff member of NECCF and Psych Garden. I received my MSW from Columbia University in 1993 and went on to complete 5 years of specialist training in couples and family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family, in New York City.
I help couples develop skills to restore trust, communicate and express feelings effectively, understand and resolve differences, and enhance intimacy. It is my passion to help couples repair their connections and create secure and lasting bonds with those who matter the most. I also offer supervision to advanced practitioners interested in learning more about working with couples. I am a Principal Staff member of NECCF and Psych Garden. I received my MSW from Columbia University in 1993 and went on to complete 5 years of specialist training in couples and family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family, in New York City.
(617) 360-8833 View (617) 360-8833
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Yvonne Christina Castaneda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, CLC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Waitlist for new clients
I use different treatment modalities to treat symptoms that are triggered by any number of life stressors: family conflicts, relationship concerns, medical conditions, work related stress, acculturation difficulties, existential angst.
I won't know on day one what method of treatment works best for you, because people reveal themselves over time, and at their own pace. My holistic, culturally sensitive approach is rooted in respect, truth and compassion. I respect the unique way in which you show up in the world. I believe there is power in discovering your truth, and I will always show you compassion. I incorporate my knowledge of the human body that I gained through professional experience in the fitness/yoga industry to help you better understand the connection between the mind, the body and the spirit.
I use different treatment modalities to treat symptoms that are triggered by any number of life stressors: family conflicts, relationship concerns, medical conditions, work related stress, acculturation difficulties, existential angst.
I won't know on day one what method of treatment works best for you, because people reveal themselves over time, and at their own pace. My holistic, culturally sensitive approach is rooted in respect, truth and compassion. I respect the unique way in which you show up in the world. I believe there is power in discovering your truth, and I will always show you compassion. I incorporate my knowledge of the human body that I gained through professional experience in the fitness/yoga industry to help you better understand the connection between the mind, the body and the spirit.
(781) 208-5419 View (781) 208-5419
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Malgorzata Frajnt-Zielinska
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
I focus on you the individual and pick and mix various therapeutic interventions to best address your unique needs - your challenges, your relationship, your family.
I am a certified clinical Imago relationship therapist and have 18 years of experience practicing psychotherapy in a variety of settings in the US, UK and Poland. Using a range of evidence-based and experiential therapeutic techniques, I work with individuals and couples facing relationship issues, loneliness, difficult adjustments, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. My clients often go through crises and difficult life transitions. I am here to listen, give support, and guide you through yours.
I focus on you the individual and pick and mix various therapeutic interventions to best address your unique needs - your challenges, your relationship, your family.
I am a certified clinical Imago relationship therapist and have 18 years of experience practicing psychotherapy in a variety of settings in the US, UK and Poland. Using a range of evidence-based and experiential therapeutic techniques, I work with individuals and couples facing relationship issues, loneliness, difficult adjustments, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. My clients often go through crises and difficult life transitions. I am here to listen, give support, and guide you through yours.
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Tammy H Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I use a combination of Internal Family Systems (I have completed level 1 training), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness training and solution focused treatment for my work with clients.
I am currently not taking on couples work at this time. I am accepting pre-teen, teens and adults for individual counseling. I have been described by previous clients as compassionate, talented and goal oriented. I have been practicing in the counseling field for over 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and parents. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills needed to live happier and more balanced lives
I use a combination of Internal Family Systems (I have completed level 1 training), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness training and solution focused treatment for my work with clients.
I am currently not taking on couples work at this time. I am accepting pre-teen, teens and adults for individual counseling. I have been described by previous clients as compassionate, talented and goal oriented. I have been practicing in the counseling field for over 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and parents. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills needed to live happier and more balanced lives
(781) 328-6363 View (781) 328-6363
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Rona Sandberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Welcome! With over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages as a trauma and grief therapist, I have helped individuals and families learn to cope with a wide range of issues including partner loss, anxiety, depression, family conflict, complex trauma and sexual assault. I provide parent guidance and coaching for caregivers who have children with challenging behaviors and special needs. I have expertise with foster, kinship and adoptive families. I offer therapy to tweens, teens and young adults who may need support with life transitions and relationships. My work with clients is always collaborative and strength-based.
Welcome! With over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages as a trauma and grief therapist, I have helped individuals and families learn to cope with a wide range of issues including partner loss, anxiety, depression, family conflict, complex trauma and sexual assault. I provide parent guidance and coaching for caregivers who have children with challenging behaviors and special needs. I have expertise with foster, kinship and adoptive families. I offer therapy to tweens, teens and young adults who may need support with life transitions and relationships. My work with clients is always collaborative and strength-based.
(339) 500-6997 View (339) 500-6997
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Molly Mayerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW). I enjoy working with late adolescents and adults to navigate a range of issues including, work and school stressors, body image and food related matters, family conflict, depression, anxiety and pregnancy/prenatal/postpartum matters. My patients describe me as warm, direct and engaged.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW). I enjoy working with late adolescents and adults to navigate a range of issues including, work and school stressors, body image and food related matters, family conflict, depression, anxiety and pregnancy/prenatal/postpartum matters. My patients describe me as warm, direct and engaged.
(339) 933-7631 View (339) 933-7631
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Amy Marsili
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
As a mindfulness-based practitioner specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, family-related stress and couples' conflict, my goal is to offer the quality of service that I would seek as a client. I use counseling practices that are based in research. However, I also move flexibly between approaches depending upon the unique needs of my clients. Your goals are the most important element of change, and I see counseling as an active and collaborative relationship in this process. I offer a warm, relaxed and open environment but am also engaged, interactive and conversational in style.
As a mindfulness-based practitioner specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, family-related stress and couples' conflict, my goal is to offer the quality of service that I would seek as a client. I use counseling practices that are based in research. However, I also move flexibly between approaches depending upon the unique needs of my clients. Your goals are the most important element of change, and I see counseling as an active and collaborative relationship in this process. I offer a warm, relaxed and open environment but am also engaged, interactive and conversational in style.
(217) 377-3383 View (217) 377-3383
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Elizabeth (Bette) Jane Spear
Counselor, MA, LMHC, Clergy
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Life sometimes overwhelms us with unexpected tragedy bringing grief, loss, trauma, spiritual questions and life transition at a time when we are least prepared. I work primarily with individual and family survivors of these events including loss to disaster, homicide, suicide or other sudden and violent death.
Life sometimes overwhelms us with unexpected tragedy bringing grief, loss, trauma, spiritual questions and life transition at a time when we are least prepared. I work primarily with individual and family survivors of these events including loss to disaster, homicide, suicide or other sudden and violent death.
(617) 816-6402 View (617) 816-6402
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
With a background centered on groups and family dynamics, I specialize in helping individuals who experience fears of abandonment and loss of control. This can result in eating disorders, anxiety, and the development of mood and personality disorders. Advocating for a healing journey grounded in compassionate exploration, I integrate effective tools to help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and foster self-discovery. My goal is to empower individuals to embark on a transformative path with courage and resilience. Together, we can navigate towards healing and growth.
With a background centered on groups and family dynamics, I specialize in helping individuals who experience fears of abandonment and loss of control. This can result in eating disorders, anxiety, and the development of mood and personality disorders. Advocating for a healing journey grounded in compassionate exploration, I integrate effective tools to help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and foster self-discovery. My goal is to empower individuals to embark on a transformative path with courage and resilience. Together, we can navigate towards healing and growth.
(617) 404-4576 View (617) 404-4576
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Hope Haven Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
If you feel ready to begin exploring your current life challenges, feel stuck in negative family dynamics or want to find better ways to manage stress and anxiety, please get in touch today.
My name is Oksana Launer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CT and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in MA which allows me the opportunity to work with clients living in either or both states. A little about me- I received my MSW from the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work in 2008. I have over 14 years of experience working primarily with adolescents, adults, and families focusing on the multi-layered challenges of life. I am adept at supporting clients through life transitions and processing trauma and grief. I am an LGBTQ+ ally and work to create an inclusive environment in all client interactions.
If you feel ready to begin exploring your current life challenges, feel stuck in negative family dynamics or want to find better ways to manage stress and anxiety, please get in touch today.
My name is Oksana Launer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CT and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in MA which allows me the opportunity to work with clients living in either or both states. A little about me- I received my MSW from the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work in 2008. I have over 14 years of experience working primarily with adolescents, adults, and families focusing on the multi-layered challenges of life. I am adept at supporting clients through life transitions and processing trauma and grief. I am an LGBTQ+ ally and work to create an inclusive environment in all client interactions.
(475) 263-3394 View (475) 263-3394
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Wendy L Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Waitlist for new clients
I am a marriage and family therapist who works with individuals, couples and families from a narrative perspective.  I believe clients have rich stories to tell about who they are and wish to be, what values they hold, and how to move through their lives in preferred ways. However, sometimes problems get in their way. I believe clients are the experts of their lives and I see people as separate from these problems. I practice from a collaborative, strength-based perspective which is client-centered.
I am a marriage and family therapist who works with individuals, couples and families from a narrative perspective.  I believe clients have rich stories to tell about who they are and wish to be, what values they hold, and how to move through their lives in preferred ways. However, sometimes problems get in their way. I believe clients are the experts of their lives and I see people as separate from these problems. I practice from a collaborative, strength-based perspective which is client-centered.
(781) 872-2029 View (781) 872-2029
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Ksenia Meshcheryakova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and IFS (internal family systems).
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.
I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and IFS (internal family systems).
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.
(781) 614-6644 View (781) 614-6644
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Dr. Victoria Selden
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
My style is relational and incorporates elements of psychodynamic (insight oriented) and cognitive behavioral therapy (skill building), as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) principles and mindfulness.
I have been most effective in working with individuals who feel that their relationship struggles, mood issues, anxiety and/or trauma are holding them back from living the life they want to live. I work collaboratively to establish a treatment plan that is unique and tailored to each individual. Together, we will engage in insight oriented work to understand the root of the problem, as well as skill building to learn coping skills that will help alleviate distress in the here and now. In my experience this is what leads to both symptom relief in the short term as well as deep long lasting change.
My style is relational and incorporates elements of psychodynamic (insight oriented) and cognitive behavioral therapy (skill building), as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) principles and mindfulness.
I have been most effective in working with individuals who feel that their relationship struggles, mood issues, anxiety and/or trauma are holding them back from living the life they want to live. I work collaboratively to establish a treatment plan that is unique and tailored to each individual. Together, we will engage in insight oriented work to understand the root of the problem, as well as skill building to learn coping skills that will help alleviate distress in the here and now. In my experience this is what leads to both symptom relief in the short term as well as deep long lasting change.
(617) 485-0694 View (617) 485-0694
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.