Female Therapists in 02462

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Marquise Laforest
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
Marquise uses a holistic and humanistic perspective with everyone that sits across from her to understand the various aspects of one's identity that make them unique. Young adults, women of color, and caregivers with a sense of humor benefit from counseling with Marquise. She supports her clients on their journey of diving deeper within to discover new ways to navigate through life challenges.
Marquise uses a holistic and humanistic perspective with everyone that sits across from her to understand the various aspects of one's identity that make them unique. Young adults, women of color, and caregivers with a sense of humor benefit from counseling with Marquise. She supports her clients on their journey of diving deeper within to discover new ways to navigate through life challenges.
(857) 847-3862 View (857) 847-3862
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Catherine Cavanaugh
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
Catherine Cavanaugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Connecticut who has been practicing since 2019. She earned her Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Suffolk University. Catherine provides a multi-dimensional approach to therapy. She believes in partnering with individuals to develop insight into their experience and works to foster self-confidence and self-worth. Catherine has worked with people experiencing a broad range of symptoms and stressors, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and family conflict.
Catherine Cavanaugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Connecticut who has been practicing since 2019. She earned her Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Suffolk University. Catherine provides a multi-dimensional approach to therapy. She believes in partnering with individuals to develop insight into their experience and works to foster self-confidence and self-worth. Catherine has worked with people experiencing a broad range of symptoms and stressors, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and family conflict.
(781) 412-1982 View (781) 412-1982
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Jamie Bruce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
Jamie Bruce provides individual and family therapy, specializing in working with pre-teens, adolescents, young adults and women of all ages. Jamie also enjoys working with the older population and has worked specifically with these individuals who have chronic illnesses, their family members, and any mental health issues that may arise from chronic pain and medical diagnoses. Jamie is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. Jamie has over 3 decades of experience and has fine-tuned her skills as an empathetic listener who is able to help individuals and families struggling with a wide range of difficulties.
Jamie Bruce provides individual and family therapy, specializing in working with pre-teens, adolescents, young adults and women of all ages. Jamie also enjoys working with the older population and has worked specifically with these individuals who have chronic illnesses, their family members, and any mental health issues that may arise from chronic pain and medical diagnoses. Jamie is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. Jamie has over 3 decades of experience and has fine-tuned her skills as an empathetic listener who is able to help individuals and families struggling with a wide range of difficulties.
(781) 630-7259 View (781) 630-7259
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Behavior Support/Executive Function-Jessica Drohan
MA, BCBA, LABA
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
Waitlist for new clients
About Me: I am a behavior consultant and child and parent coach. My specialty and passion is providing in depth Behavior Support and Executive Functioning Coaching to both parents and their children. I specialize in Autism, ADHD, Executive Functioning Challenges and general behavior support. I also provide support for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, sleep training support, and toilet training support. Now offering virtual and in-person friendship groups. E-mail or call for more information.
About Me: I am a behavior consultant and child and parent coach. My specialty and passion is providing in depth Behavior Support and Executive Functioning Coaching to both parents and their children. I specialize in Autism, ADHD, Executive Functioning Challenges and general behavior support. I also provide support for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, sleep training support, and toilet training support. Now offering virtual and in-person friendship groups. E-mail or call for more information.
(413) 324-4427 View (413) 324-4427
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Trina B. Zilla
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
As a cognitive-behavioral psychologist, I help clients understand how thoughts directly impact feelings and behaviors. Clients and I will work together to identify the automatic thoughts that accompany feelings such as anxiety, sadness, frustration, and anger. When we're anxious or upset our thoughts are often inaccurate and overly negative. When we start listening to these thoughts we can learn to replace them with more accurate and constructive ones, ultimately resulting in more positive feelings and behaviors.
As a cognitive-behavioral psychologist, I help clients understand how thoughts directly impact feelings and behaviors. Clients and I will work together to identify the automatic thoughts that accompany feelings such as anxiety, sadness, frustration, and anger. When we're anxious or upset our thoughts are often inaccurate and overly negative. When we start listening to these thoughts we can learn to replace them with more accurate and constructive ones, ultimately resulting in more positive feelings and behaviors.
(781) 269-9329 View (781) 269-9329
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Jennifer Durham-Fowler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
As a therapist, I strive to bring warmth and wits into sessions with my patients. My role is to help people identify patterns that are causing trouble or distress. This process involves not only trying to understand the "root" of the problem, but also looking for ways in which individuals might get stuck in problematic ways of relating to others or thinking about themselves. This can be hard work, but it has the potential to be very rewarding. In my experience, people who engage in therapy often find that old patterns can change, and new choices are able to emerge in their lives.
As a therapist, I strive to bring warmth and wits into sessions with my patients. My role is to help people identify patterns that are causing trouble or distress. This process involves not only trying to understand the "root" of the problem, but also looking for ways in which individuals might get stuck in problematic ways of relating to others or thinking about themselves. This can be hard work, but it has the potential to be very rewarding. In my experience, people who engage in therapy often find that old patterns can change, and new choices are able to emerge in their lives.
(781) 705-7262 View (781) 705-7262
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Roberta Brucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
As a Clinician with over two decades of experience working in Psychiatry at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, I have also been in Private Practice as a Therapist specializing in the assessment and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Depression and Stress/Loss of Chronic Illness. Because I found there were few if any professionally led groups for OCD Sufferers, I developed an active Group Program for Adults with OCD. My style is warm and direct with a desire to work together to build on your strengths using Cognitive Behavioral Treatment/Exposure & Response Prevention and Psychotherapy. OCD Family Guidance also.
As a Clinician with over two decades of experience working in Psychiatry at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, I have also been in Private Practice as a Therapist specializing in the assessment and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Depression and Stress/Loss of Chronic Illness. Because I found there were few if any professionally led groups for OCD Sufferers, I developed an active Group Program for Adults with OCD. My style is warm and direct with a desire to work together to build on your strengths using Cognitive Behavioral Treatment/Exposure & Response Prevention and Psychotherapy. OCD Family Guidance also.
(617) 405-8213 View (617) 405-8213
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Stephanie Tabashneck
Psychologist, PsyD, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
I am a psychologist and attorney specialized in coparenting, separation, and divorce. In my psychotherapy practice, I work with clients using solution-focused therapy and coaching to help navigate divorce, coparenting, and substance use issues. In my forensic evaluation practice, I conduct psychological assessment and substance use evaluations. I often provide consultation to attorneys on family court matters and juvenile court matters. I am a Senior Fellow in Law and Applied Neuroscience at the Center for Law, Brain and Behavior at Harvard Medical School and the Petrie-Flom Center at Harvard Law School.
I am a psychologist and attorney specialized in coparenting, separation, and divorce. In my psychotherapy practice, I work with clients using solution-focused therapy and coaching to help navigate divorce, coparenting, and substance use issues. In my forensic evaluation practice, I conduct psychological assessment and substance use evaluations. I often provide consultation to attorneys on family court matters and juvenile court matters. I am a Senior Fellow in Law and Applied Neuroscience at the Center for Law, Brain and Behavior at Harvard Medical School and the Petrie-Flom Center at Harvard Law School.
(617) 431-1586 View (617) 431-1586
Lynne Lieberman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
I am a clinical social worker working in the field of relational therapy for over thirty years. I believe that we are all hard wired for connection with others but that often experiences and traumas from the past interfere with one's ability to have healthy, growth enhancing relationships with others and with oneself. Using relational therapy, mindfulness and relaxation techniques, I work with people to enable them to find their way into healthy connection with themselves and with others in their lives.
I am a clinical social worker working in the field of relational therapy for over thirty years. I believe that we are all hard wired for connection with others but that often experiences and traumas from the past interfere with one's ability to have healthy, growth enhancing relationships with others and with oneself. Using relational therapy, mindfulness and relaxation techniques, I work with people to enable them to find their way into healthy connection with themselves and with others in their lives.
(617) 606-9596 View (617) 606-9596
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Colleen Casey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02462
While I work with a variety of people, many of my clients are students or young professionals who are struggling with self-confidence, productivity, and relationships. My typical client has many wonderful goals but can become easily overwhelmed by perfectionist tendencies. I help people explore current difficulties while also connecting these problems to past hurts or losses. Throughout our work, clients are also able to build concrete skills, allowing them to feel less anxious, more like themselves, and more connected in their relationships.
While I work with a variety of people, many of my clients are students or young professionals who are struggling with self-confidence, productivity, and relationships. My typical client has many wonderful goals but can become easily overwhelmed by perfectionist tendencies. I help people explore current difficulties while also connecting these problems to past hurts or losses. Throughout our work, clients are also able to build concrete skills, allowing them to feel less anxious, more like themselves, and more connected in their relationships.
(617) 841-6248 View (617) 841-6248
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Nicki Roth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02462
Currently accepting new patients in person and online- Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, out of control, or unable to communicate? In my work I meet with adolescents, adults, young adults, and couples. Together we work towards addressing whatever challenges you are facing, including anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and trauma. You are the expert in your own life, and working together we will find solutions to challenges, inspire hope, find humor, and gain a deeper understanding of what brings you joy.
Currently accepting new patients in person and online- Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, out of control, or unable to communicate? In my work I meet with adolescents, adults, young adults, and couples. Together we work towards addressing whatever challenges you are facing, including anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and trauma. You are the expert in your own life, and working together we will find solutions to challenges, inspire hope, find humor, and gain a deeper understanding of what brings you joy.
(781) 776-1296 View (781) 776-1296
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Lauren O'Hara
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02462
Currently only accepting patient for evaluations services. I am a licensed psychologist and provide testing for children, teens, and young adults. I have a particular expertise in assessment and treatment with youth impacted by neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities (such as dyslexia), and ADHD.
Currently only accepting patient for evaluations services. I am a licensed psychologist and provide testing for children, teens, and young adults. I have a particular expertise in assessment and treatment with youth impacted by neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities (such as dyslexia), and ADHD.
(339) 218-5033 View (339) 218-5033
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Rachel Feddor
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, major life transitions, and navigating family conflict. Clients can expect a welcoming and non-judgmental space. We will work together on developing new coping skills, explore ideas for setting and keeping healthy boundaries, and expand on self-care.
Welcome! I specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, major life transitions, and navigating family conflict. Clients can expect a welcoming and non-judgmental space. We will work together on developing new coping skills, explore ideas for setting and keeping healthy boundaries, and expand on self-care.
(617) 539-7715 View (617) 539-7715
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Jessie A. (Fontanella) Shah
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
I focus on providing an attentive, empathic, and trusting therapeutic space where one can explore areas of life that have become tricky or unsatisfying. We will work collaboratively to identify and understand patterns that contribute to feeling frustrated, stuck, or discouraged, and we will experiment with new ways of thinking about and relating to yourself and others.
I focus on providing an attentive, empathic, and trusting therapeutic space where one can explore areas of life that have become tricky or unsatisfying. We will work collaboratively to identify and understand patterns that contribute to feeling frustrated, stuck, or discouraged, and we will experiment with new ways of thinking about and relating to yourself and others.
(617) 431-2264 View (617) 431-2264
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Sandra Mattar
Psychologist, PsyD, CYT
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
I am a Boston University School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center affiliated faculty. I believe people come to therapy when they feel stuck in their lives with no options in sight. Many times, these feelings stem from a lack of understanding of past trauma histories, misunderstandings in relationships, accumulated stress, lack of self-compassion, identity confusion, and unmet needs, among others. I create a safe and genuine space to help you sort out these feelings and problems while promoting a sense of self-agency, self-compassion, and self-love.
I am a Boston University School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center affiliated faculty. I believe people come to therapy when they feel stuck in their lives with no options in sight. Many times, these feelings stem from a lack of understanding of past trauma histories, misunderstandings in relationships, accumulated stress, lack of self-compassion, identity confusion, and unmet needs, among others. I create a safe and genuine space to help you sort out these feelings and problems while promoting a sense of self-agency, self-compassion, and self-love.
(508) 213-0038 View (508) 213-0038
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Lisa Barooshian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
I love working with and helping people to live happier lives. In my years of experience working in the counseling field, I have assisted many people who struggle to function in their daily lives either because of a new hurdle or a life-long, mental health condition. Sometimes a person may feel hopeless, stuck, or unable to identify what holds them back. Other times, the client is in a new area of life that is unfamiliar or seems too intimidating to navigate. I strive to offer a compassionate, introspective, and collaborative setting where clients can feel free to explore the barriers that keep them from living their best lives.
I love working with and helping people to live happier lives. In my years of experience working in the counseling field, I have assisted many people who struggle to function in their daily lives either because of a new hurdle or a life-long, mental health condition. Sometimes a person may feel hopeless, stuck, or unable to identify what holds them back. Other times, the client is in a new area of life that is unfamiliar or seems too intimidating to navigate. I strive to offer a compassionate, introspective, and collaborative setting where clients can feel free to explore the barriers that keep them from living their best lives.
(508) 960-6894 View (508) 960-6894
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Dr. Amelia Swanson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck on a roller coaster of hope and disappointment? Are you exhausted trying to stay positive while struggling to cope day to day? Are you devastated when you find out a friend had a second (or third) child while you have been desperately trying to have one? Do you avoid friends and family because you feel heartbroken and jealous of their pregnancies? Do you worry that stress is the reason you aren’t pregnant? Stress doesn't cause infertility - but infertility does cause stress. You can learn ways to cope with the stress of infertility and you deserve to enjoy your life!
Do you feel stuck on a roller coaster of hope and disappointment? Are you exhausted trying to stay positive while struggling to cope day to day? Are you devastated when you find out a friend had a second (or third) child while you have been desperately trying to have one? Do you avoid friends and family because you feel heartbroken and jealous of their pregnancies? Do you worry that stress is the reason you aren’t pregnant? Stress doesn't cause infertility - but infertility does cause stress. You can learn ways to cope with the stress of infertility and you deserve to enjoy your life!
(773) 570-2604 View (773) 570-2604
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Hannah Shulman
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! If you would like to learn various stress management techniques for everyday life, curious about the mindfulness practice, or would like a safe space to answer the question, "what does relaxation feel like for me?" to better reduce anxiety symptoms, I am here to help through Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART). I typically work with adults who are experiencing situational stressors/life changes, grief, caregiving, PTSD/trauma histories, anxiety/depressive disorders, and those who want to better cope with chronic illness diagnoses (cancer, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, pain, insomnia & more).
Hello and welcome! If you would like to learn various stress management techniques for everyday life, curious about the mindfulness practice, or would like a safe space to answer the question, "what does relaxation feel like for me?" to better reduce anxiety symptoms, I am here to help through Stress Management And Resiliency Training (SMART). I typically work with adults who are experiencing situational stressors/life changes, grief, caregiving, PTSD/trauma histories, anxiety/depressive disorders, and those who want to better cope with chronic illness diagnoses (cancer, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, pain, insomnia & more).
(857) 707-4210 View (857) 707-4210
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Elizabeth Baroni Lops
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
(617) 997-4205 View (617) 997-4205
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Sarah J. Yanni
Clinical Professional Counselor , MA, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02462  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to my practice. I offer comprehensive counseling services to individuals, couples, and relationship configurations of all kinds. Using a collaborative model, I partner with clients to address short and long-term concerns with compassion, understanding, and concrete tools/skills. I can be particularly helpful to those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, the effects of trauma, grief and loss, major life transitions, or interpersonal conflict, as well as those who would like to increase overall well-being and quality of life.
Welcome to my practice. I offer comprehensive counseling services to individuals, couples, and relationship configurations of all kinds. Using a collaborative model, I partner with clients to address short and long-term concerns with compassion, understanding, and concrete tools/skills. I can be particularly helpful to those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, the effects of trauma, grief and loss, major life transitions, or interpersonal conflict, as well as those who would like to increase overall well-being and quality of life.
(207) 618-9429 View (207) 618-9429
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.