Photo of Rivkah Lapidus, Counselor
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CGP Verified
Verified
West Somerville, MA 02144
You are much more more than a diagnosis or category! It is a challenge for us all to make meaning in a chaotic world. I work with creative people, perfectionists, harsh self-critics and existential struggles in singles, couples & groups. I have expertise in helping people recognize problematic substance use, with Harm Reduction as a philosophical approach. Cross-cultural sensitivity is a great value. I enjoy working with young and early-career adults. I enjoy learning from the people I see.
Female
(617) 612-5619
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West Somerville, MA 02144
Female
You are much more more than a diagnosis or category! It is a challenge for us all to make meaning in a chaotic world. I work with creative people, perfectionists, harsh self-critics and existential struggles in singles, couples & groups. I have expertise in helping people recognize problematic substance use, with Harm Reduction as a philosophical approach. Cross-cultural sensitivity is a great value. I enjoy working with young and early-career adults. I enjoy learning from the people I see.
(617) 612-5619
Photo of Practice Is Currently Full, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
There is no "perfect" approach to making change, addressing life challenges, or reducing symptoms. My approach is intentionally eclectic and integrative, allowing for your unique strengths and struggles to guide our work. At the heart of my practice, is a strong appreciation for the importance of developing a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I will listen without judgment, offer feedback based on my knowledge and observations, and together, help formulate attainable goals for our work.
Female
(617) 390-8096
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
There is no "perfect" approach to making change, addressing life challenges, or reducing symptoms. My approach is intentionally eclectic and integrative, allowing for your unique strengths and struggles to guide our work. At the heart of my practice, is a strong appreciation for the importance of developing a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I will listen without judgment, offer feedback based on my knowledge and observations, and together, help formulate attainable goals for our work.
(617) 390-8096
Photo of Jessica Nargiso, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Do you often find yourself stuck in your head? Too caught up in thinking about the past or the "what ifs" of the future? You feel like you've been trying to hold it together, but it's all becoming too much. You feel like you are doing things wrong, you feel anxious, lonely, or just stuck in a rut. You scroll past other people's lives on social media and it seems like they are coping with everything better than you. Maybe that glass or two of wine or the marijuana that helped you unwind or relax are no longer feeling like solutions, but something you might need to change. It's time to look at what is getting in the way!
Female
(617) 286-3714
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Do you often find yourself stuck in your head? Too caught up in thinking about the past or the "what ifs" of the future? You feel like you've been trying to hold it together, but it's all becoming too much. You feel like you are doing things wrong, you feel anxious, lonely, or just stuck in a rut. You scroll past other people's lives on social media and it seems like they are coping with everything better than you. Maybe that glass or two of wine or the marijuana that helped you unwind or relax are no longer feeling like solutions, but something you might need to change. It's time to look at what is getting in the way!
(617) 286-3714
Photo of Whitney Brooks, Counselor
Counselor, LMHC, MA Verified
Verified
Somerville, MA 02144
I am currently accepting new clients. Do you worry about your child? Do you find yourself often feeling sad or anxious? Do you wish you could be your best self? With over twelve years of clinical experience, my style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I have worked with clients aged 3-93 in the context of individual, couples, and family therapy. I offer a strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, art/narrative therapy, brief/solution-focused therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.
Female
(617) 863-9572
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
I am currently accepting new clients. Do you worry about your child? Do you find yourself often feeling sad or anxious? Do you wish you could be your best self? With over twelve years of clinical experience, my style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I have worked with clients aged 3-93 in the context of individual, couples, and family therapy. I offer a strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, art/narrative therapy, brief/solution-focused therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.
(617) 863-9572
Photo of Elizabeth Baratta, Counselor
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Counselor, LMHC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
My ideal clients are women who want to be active in their own recovery process, even if they are right now in a "stuck place". They may be struggling with depression and/or anxiety and often both; transitions including new motherhood and chronic stress are common. They are motivated for change, have a sense of humor, and are open to trying new ideas and new ways of working with their struggles. This may mean seeing the entire self as the mindbody-one affecting the other in continuum, as opposed to having a mind, and then having a body as two separate things. Personal growth and development are important goals for the clients I see.
Female
(617) 945-8950
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
My ideal clients are women who want to be active in their own recovery process, even if they are right now in a "stuck place". They may be struggling with depression and/or anxiety and often both; transitions including new motherhood and chronic stress are common. They are motivated for change, have a sense of humor, and are open to trying new ideas and new ways of working with their struggles. This may mean seeing the entire self as the mindbody-one affecting the other in continuum, as opposed to having a mind, and then having a body as two separate things. Personal growth and development are important goals for the clients I see.
Photo of Amanda DeStefano, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW Verified
Verified
Somerville, MA 02144
Welcome! I love my job and I am passionate about what I do. I strive to provide a warm, non-judgmental space where together we can be curious about your potential. I enjoy working with people who are seeking improvement in their quality of everyday life. I specialize in eating disorders and I practice from a Health at Every Size approach. In addition, I have extensive experience working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, going through change or struggling with issues in relationships, loss, trauma, self-esteem and others life stressors.
Female
(857) 304-0367
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Welcome! I love my job and I am passionate about what I do. I strive to provide a warm, non-judgmental space where together we can be curious about your potential. I enjoy working with people who are seeking improvement in their quality of everyday life. I specialize in eating disorders and I practice from a Health at Every Size approach. In addition, I have extensive experience working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, going through change or struggling with issues in relationships, loss, trauma, self-esteem and others life stressors.
(857) 304-0367
Photo of Ellis K Weaver, Counselor
Counselor, MA, LMHC Verified
Verified
Somerville, MA 02144
Life can feel like a roller coaster full of twists and turns. You may lose track of your goals & rely on unhealthy coping skills to help you, including over/under eating, excessive exercise, self-deprecation, doubt, isolation, irritability, over-thinking, increased impulsivity...the list goes on. During these times you may experience tough transitions ranging from the loss of a loved one, sudden change in career and/or relocation, acculturation challenges &/or traumatic experiences that result in confusion, pain & other emotions you may feel flooded with. I am here to help you process & make sense of your ride.
Female
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Life can feel like a roller coaster full of twists and turns. You may lose track of your goals & rely on unhealthy coping skills to help you, including over/under eating, excessive exercise, self-deprecation, doubt, isolation, irritability, over-thinking, increased impulsivity...the list goes on. During these times you may experience tough transitions ranging from the loss of a loved one, sudden change in career and/or relocation, acculturation challenges &/or traumatic experiences that result in confusion, pain & other emotions you may feel flooded with. I am here to help you process & make sense of your ride.
Photo of Maxine Sushelsky, Counselor
Counselor, LMHC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Are you experiencing a transition in your life--in a relationship, career, education, or life stage such as early adulthood or midlife? Are you overwhelmed and uncertain, feeling depressed, anxious, grief-stricken, resentful, conflicted, or confused? Change of all types stirs up unsettling feelings, including unresolved issues, memories and traumas. You might feel like you're always in "crisis-mode." When your feelings overwhelm you, they cloud your judgment and vision. Rather than being at their mercy, you can learn to allow your feelings to guide you, no matter how difficult the challenges you face.
Female
(781) 874-1970
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Are you experiencing a transition in your life--in a relationship, career, education, or life stage such as early adulthood or midlife? Are you overwhelmed and uncertain, feeling depressed, anxious, grief-stricken, resentful, conflicted, or confused? Change of all types stirs up unsettling feelings, including unresolved issues, memories and traumas. You might feel like you're always in "crisis-mode." When your feelings overwhelm you, they cloud your judgment and vision. Rather than being at their mercy, you can learn to allow your feelings to guide you, no matter how difficult the challenges you face.
(781) 874-1970
Photo of Judy Glick, Counselor
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LCSW Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
I create a safe,supportive and nurturing environment for change to take place.I guide you in making changes that allow you to feel more successful,satisfied and empowered in your life. Along with this comes fulfilling relationships and work, enhanced self-esteem, physical well-being and more connection to yourself.I assist you in learning to interrupt negative patterns and self-defeating behaviors and help you replace them with positive feelings,new beliefs and life affirming behaviors.In the process you discover inner resources and develop self-acceptance and self compassion.I bring warmth,humor,compassion and wisdom to the process.
Female
(781) 443-8482
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
I create a safe,supportive and nurturing environment for change to take place.I guide you in making changes that allow you to feel more successful,satisfied and empowered in your life. Along with this comes fulfilling relationships and work, enhanced self-esteem, physical well-being and more connection to yourself.I assist you in learning to interrupt negative patterns and self-defeating behaviors and help you replace them with positive feelings,new beliefs and life affirming behaviors.In the process you discover inner resources and develop self-acceptance and self compassion.I bring warmth,humor,compassion and wisdom to the process.
(781) 443-8482
Photo of Esmé Blackburn, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Please note I am not accepting clients at this time. It takes a lot of courage to enter into therapy as it means acknowledging that something isn't working in your life. Everyone who comes into therapy is a unique individual whose problems are different eventhough they may fall under the same category,e.g."depressed." Sometimes people enter into therapy with specific problems while for others there is a need to understand old, negative patterns of behaviors.
Female
(617) 702-2738
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Please note I am not accepting clients at this time. It takes a lot of courage to enter into therapy as it means acknowledging that something isn't working in your life. Everyone who comes into therapy is a unique individual whose problems are different eventhough they may fall under the same category,e.g."depressed." Sometimes people enter into therapy with specific problems while for others there is a need to understand old, negative patterns of behaviors.
(617) 702-2738
Photo of Kerry Pinnisi, Counselor
Counselor, LMHC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
**July 2020: I am not currently accepting new clients.** My calling is to bring the best out of others, no matter if their best feels shrouded, and no matter how difficult the challenges. In my experience, there are limits to what can be achieved by banging your head against the wall with logic, technique and coping skills (though they have their place and I absolutely use them as needed). I help people learn to work with emotions and get to the core for lasting change, which is accomplished by creating the safe and secure environment critical for deeper insights and healing that endures.
Female
(857) 763-2535
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
**July 2020: I am not currently accepting new clients.** My calling is to bring the best out of others, no matter if their best feels shrouded, and no matter how difficult the challenges. In my experience, there are limits to what can be achieved by banging your head against the wall with logic, technique and coping skills (though they have their place and I absolutely use them as needed). I help people learn to work with emotions and get to the core for lasting change, which is accomplished by creating the safe and secure environment critical for deeper insights and healing that endures.
(857) 763-2535
Photo of Linsay Preston, LMHC, LPCC, Counselor
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC Verified
Verified
Somerville, MA 02144
Telehealth/videochat counseling available for residents of Massachusetts and California, I am located in California. Reactions to life changes and negative self talk can leave us feeling disempowered. Finding a therapist that will work well for you is the first step towards discovering skills to improve your overall quality of life. Through a supportive, holistic approach I empower individuals with the ability to decrease the impact of anxiety or depression. I am compassionate, straight-forward, and encourage collaboration.
Female
(857) 323-5179
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Telehealth/videochat counseling available for residents of Massachusetts and California, I am located in California. Reactions to life changes and negative self talk can leave us feeling disempowered. Finding a therapist that will work well for you is the first step towards discovering skills to improve your overall quality of life. Through a supportive, holistic approach I empower individuals with the ability to decrease the impact of anxiety or depression. I am compassionate, straight-forward, and encourage collaboration.
(857) 323-5179
Photo of Michelle De Sedas, Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
How you see yourself plays a key role in how you interact with the world and others. If you feel at odds or disconnected with our inner self you could feel overwhelmed and distressed in relationships, work, family and other areas of your life. Life transitions, grief, loss and trauma can all contribute to the overwhelm and sense of disconnection with "self" and others. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) and Latina psychologist. My goal is to work with clients collaboratively, and help them build a renewed sense of trust, resiliency, and empowerment.
Female
(857) 856-6685
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
How you see yourself plays a key role in how you interact with the world and others. If you feel at odds or disconnected with our inner self you could feel overwhelmed and distressed in relationships, work, family and other areas of your life. Life transitions, grief, loss and trauma can all contribute to the overwhelm and sense of disconnection with "self" and others. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) and Latina psychologist. My goal is to work with clients collaboratively, and help them build a renewed sense of trust, resiliency, and empowerment.
(857) 856-6685
Photo of Women's Mental Health Collective,
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
We are experienced, interactive, feminist therapists who believe that the therapy relationship must be compassionate, trustworthy, and genuine. We work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and conflicts in relationships. We also have developed expertise on the treatment of substance abuse, the widespread effects of violence against women (incest, rape, battering, and harassment), eating disorders, addictions, parenting issues, and problems in the workplace. In our initial meetings with clients, we work to develop realistic goals and a time frame for therapy. Throughout the therapeutic process, we help clients identify strengths as well as problem areas.
Female
(617) 826-9982
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
We are experienced, interactive, feminist therapists who believe that the therapy relationship must be compassionate, trustworthy, and genuine. We work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and conflicts in relationships. We also have developed expertise on the treatment of substance abuse, the widespread effects of violence against women (incest, rape, battering, and harassment), eating disorders, addictions, parenting issues, and problems in the workplace. In our initial meetings with clients, we work to develop realistic goals and a time frame for therapy. Throughout the therapeutic process, we help clients identify strengths as well as problem areas.
Photo of Kristen Bettencourt, Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
With a warm, down-to-earth, and supportive style, I help clients work through challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, academic and career concerns, gender and sexual orientation questions, addictions, and OCD. Whether we are working to help you become more mindful, flexible and aware; reflecting on patterns that may be getting in your way; identifying sources of meaning and purpose in your life; or exploring aspects of your identity, my goal is to help you work through what brings you into therapy and to help you thrive. 
Female
(617) 849-9901
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
With a warm, down-to-earth, and supportive style, I help clients work through challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, academic and career concerns, gender and sexual orientation questions, addictions, and OCD. Whether we are working to help you become more mindful, flexible and aware; reflecting on patterns that may be getting in your way; identifying sources of meaning and purpose in your life; or exploring aspects of your identity, my goal is to help you work through what brings you into therapy and to help you thrive. 
(617) 849-9901
Photo of Selda Celen-Demirtas, PH.D., PLLC, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Somerville, MA 02144
(NOT Accepting new clients till August 2021). Life can be challenging at times and cause us to feel stuck, unhappy, and overwhelmed. We sometimes may feel confused and discouraged on how to improve our lives. In the midst of these difficult periods, we may benefit from having a supportive space to explore what makes us unhappy, challenge ourselves, gain insight, learn new skills, and explore new ways of being. I am happy to meet with you to figure out if I can be the person who can support you in this journey.
Female
(781) 218-9957
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
(NOT Accepting new clients till August 2021). Life can be challenging at times and cause us to feel stuck, unhappy, and overwhelmed. We sometimes may feel confused and discouraged on how to improve our lives. In the midst of these difficult periods, we may benefit from having a supportive space to explore what makes us unhappy, challenge ourselves, gain insight, learn new skills, and explore new ways of being. I am happy to meet with you to figure out if I can be the person who can support you in this journey.
(781) 218-9957
Photo of Lindsay Heightman, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW Verified
Verified
Somerville, MA 02144
People often find themselves looking for a therapist when their suffering becomes overwhelming or when their lives shift in a way that is difficult to adjust to. We can work together to help you get through stuck places and develop creative solutions that work for you. My approach is collaborative, warm and empathic, and my priority is to support you in connecting with people, ideas, and resources that will support your efforts to live a satisfying and meaningful life.
Female
(508) 252-8360
Verified
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Somerville, MA 02144
Female
People often find themselves looking for a therapist when their suffering becomes overwhelming or when their lives shift in a way that is difficult to adjust to. We can work together to help you get through stuck places and develop creative solutions that work for you. My approach is collaborative, warm and empathic, and my priority is to support you in connecting with people, ideas, and resources that will support your efforts to live a satisfying and meaningful life.
(508) 252-8360
Photo of Emily K. Eldar, Counselor
Counselor, MEd, LMHC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Life presents to us a consistent ebb and flow of challenges. As we navigate these, we are guided by our sense of identity, our past experiences, and the patterns we have learned. Often, however, these solutions do not serve us in the present and take the form of habits of mind and action which hold us back, shape our relationships, and create the illusion of false limitations; but there is hope. We are able to shape our lives through changing our patterns, the way we think and communicate, and the actions we learn to take. Through self understanding we may update our narrative and with it transform our realities.
Female
(617) 936-8285
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
Life presents to us a consistent ebb and flow of challenges. As we navigate these, we are guided by our sense of identity, our past experiences, and the patterns we have learned. Often, however, these solutions do not serve us in the present and take the form of habits of mind and action which hold us back, shape our relationships, and create the illusion of false limitations; but there is hope. We are able to shape our lives through changing our patterns, the way we think and communicate, and the actions we learn to take. Through self understanding we may update our narrative and with it transform our realities.
(617) 936-8285
Photo of Kinga A. Pastuszak, Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
WELCOME.What brings someone to therapy is always deeply personal and deeply compelling. Such an experience is unique, and complex. Thus to fully acknowledge, validate, and to understand requires skillful integration of listening, empathy, theoretical knowledge, clinical acumen, compassion and, most of all, willingness to fully engage in the process. I am a seasoned clinician well-versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches. This offers each person I work with an approach that is individually tailored to your unique goals, needs, and challenges. Inherent in this process is open dialogue so we maximize the efficacy of our work together.
Female
(617) 765-4064
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
WELCOME.What brings someone to therapy is always deeply personal and deeply compelling. Such an experience is unique, and complex. Thus to fully acknowledge, validate, and to understand requires skillful integration of listening, empathy, theoretical knowledge, clinical acumen, compassion and, most of all, willingness to fully engage in the process. I am a seasoned clinician well-versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches. This offers each person I work with an approach that is individually tailored to your unique goals, needs, and challenges. Inherent in this process is open dialogue so we maximize the efficacy of our work together.
(617) 765-4064
Photo of Carita M Anderson, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
My name is Carita Anderson. I am a clinical psychologist. I help my patients to increase the emotional and physical connections in their lives, whether it is with a partner, children, parents, or themselves. My patients find that I can facilitate their ability to look at tough issues, communicate with others, accept themselves, and reach mutually agreed upon goals. You can learn how to regulate your body, be less reactive, and have empathy and compassion for yourself and others. The only thing you have control over is how you respond in a situation.
Female
(617) 981-6529
Verified
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Office is near:
Somerville, MA 02144
Female
My name is Carita Anderson. I am a clinical psychologist. I help my patients to increase the emotional and physical connections in their lives, whether it is with a partner, children, parents, or themselves. My patients find that I can facilitate their ability to look at tough issues, communicate with others, accept themselves, and reach mutually agreed upon goals. You can learn how to regulate your body, be less reactive, and have empathy and compassion for yourself and others. The only thing you have control over is how you respond in a situation.
(617) 981-6529
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Female Therapists
This is a listing of female Therapists, or providers who are female or women, rather than Therapists who specialize in helping female clients or women.

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in 02144 are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in 02144. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in 02144

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in 02144 you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in 02144 and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in 02144 or family therapy in 02144.