LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Winchester, MA
I offer strength-based, client-centered therapy for pre-teens to young adults facing various challenges and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, negative self-image, grief, relationship struggles, ADHD, life transitions, and experiences related to Autism. I am also dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and empowered to make positive life changes.
I offer strength-based, client-centered therapy for pre-teens to young adults facing various challenges and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, negative self-image, grief, relationship struggles, ADHD, life transitions, and experiences related to Autism. I am also dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to create a safe, supportive space where everyone feels valued and empowered to make positive life changes.
Through working with children, adolescents, and adults, Marina is often approached by parents who have a concern about their child. Contemporary parenting is challenging. In the Internet Age, it can also be isolating, as parents may compare their children and family to idealized social media versions of peer families. If left unchecked, anxiety can take hold of one’s body and mind with inevitable repercussions on the family system. Working with Marina, families can learn to move past negative cycles of blame, guilt, and stress and toward more positive responses such as appropriate validation and support.
Through working with children, adolescents, and adults, Marina is often approached by parents who have a concern about their child. Contemporary parenting is challenging. In the Internet Age, it can also be isolating, as parents may compare their children and family to idealized social media versions of peer families. If left unchecked, anxiety can take hold of one’s body and mind with inevitable repercussions on the family system. Working with Marina, families can learn to move past negative cycles of blame, guilt, and stress and toward more positive responses such as appropriate validation and support.
Welcome to Bridge to Healing Psychotherapy. My practice is centered around helping you heal from all forms of trauma, loss and life struggles. Healing is always possible...for you, for your relationships, and ultimately for your life. With 19 years of experience and extensive training in evidence-based treatment modalities such as EMDR, attachment therapy, and somatics, my approach utilizes curiosity, creativity, a sense of humor, self-disclosure and most importantly compassion to help you discover these same resources within yourself and reveal your own unique path to healing and life's purpose.
Welcome to Bridge to Healing Psychotherapy. My practice is centered around helping you heal from all forms of trauma, loss and life struggles. Healing is always possible...for you, for your relationships, and ultimately for your life. With 19 years of experience and extensive training in evidence-based treatment modalities such as EMDR, attachment therapy, and somatics, my approach utilizes curiosity, creativity, a sense of humor, self-disclosure and most importantly compassion to help you discover these same resources within yourself and reveal your own unique path to healing and life's purpose.
Karen Garber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CEIS, IMHM-E
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winchester, MA 01890
Welcome! My name is Karen and I am a bilingual Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker with over 25 years of experience providing individual, family and group therapy. I specialize in trauma informed therapy and aim to supports clients’ development of healthy relationships. Over the years I have worked with young children and adults in a variety of clinical settings and developed the necessary skills to help clients change and thrive. My goal is to provide a safe non-judgmental and culturally sensitive environment for clients to explore and understand the roots of their challenges.
Welcome! My name is Karen and I am a bilingual Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker with over 25 years of experience providing individual, family and group therapy. I specialize in trauma informed therapy and aim to supports clients’ development of healthy relationships. Over the years I have worked with young children and adults in a variety of clinical settings and developed the necessary skills to help clients change and thrive. My goal is to provide a safe non-judgmental and culturally sensitive environment for clients to explore and understand the roots of their challenges.
I am a licensed Psychologist and Certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Provider working with adults struggling with stress and anxiety, career/work issues, work/personal life balance, and trauma and PTSD. I provide therapy that is solution-focused and research and evidence-based. My therapeutic approach is warm, accessible, collaborative, and flexible. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a part time research psychologist and the Associate Director of Education/Outreach at the Translational Center for Stress Disorders and Traumatic Brain Injury at the VA Boston in Jamaica Plain.
I am a licensed Psychologist and Certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Provider working with adults struggling with stress and anxiety, career/work issues, work/personal life balance, and trauma and PTSD. I provide therapy that is solution-focused and research and evidence-based. My therapeutic approach is warm, accessible, collaborative, and flexible. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a part time research psychologist and the Associate Director of Education/Outreach at the Translational Center for Stress Disorders and Traumatic Brain Injury at the VA Boston in Jamaica Plain.
I provide highly personalized services to children, adolescents and adults with complex mental health needs in a fee-for-service model. Clients who resonate with my approach are looking for someone to be thorough, flexible and results-oriented. For minors, parents looking to be involved in their child's care tend to benefit most from what I provide. I bring clarity and action to complex diagnostic questions, family dynamics and significant behavioral concerns.
I provide highly personalized services to children, adolescents and adults with complex mental health needs in a fee-for-service model. Clients who resonate with my approach are looking for someone to be thorough, flexible and results-oriented. For minors, parents looking to be involved in their child's care tend to benefit most from what I provide. I bring clarity and action to complex diagnostic questions, family dynamics and significant behavioral concerns.
Madeleine Pluhar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Winchester, MA 01890 (Online Only)
Do you tell yourself "Something's wrong with me"? On the outside your life looks good - no one would know you feel this way - but on the inside you cope with conflicting feelings and thoughts that leave you anxious, depressed and undecided. Do you feel very alone – despite your apparent success? Maybe the crux of the matter is an important relationship; no matter how you try, you still feel so alone and invisible. Maybe you feel the problem must be you, "I'm the common denominator" and your efforts to improve yourself haven't helped. If you recognize yourself in this description, reach out to me. I can help.
Do you tell yourself "Something's wrong with me"? On the outside your life looks good - no one would know you feel this way - but on the inside you cope with conflicting feelings and thoughts that leave you anxious, depressed and undecided. Do you feel very alone – despite your apparent success? Maybe the crux of the matter is an important relationship; no matter how you try, you still feel so alone and invisible. Maybe you feel the problem must be you, "I'm the common denominator" and your efforts to improve yourself haven't helped. If you recognize yourself in this description, reach out to me. I can help.
Jess collaborates with each client or couple to uncover their unique path toward integrated mental, physical, spiritual, and relational health. Working from a humanistic lens, Jess employs an eclectic approach that is neuroscience-informed and draws from acceptance and commitment, cognitive behavioral, narrative, and somatic therapies, looking at how we hold our stories in our minds, brains, and bodies, and how we can intentionally explore, rewire, and rewrite them to find meaning and health in our lives. As a certified yoga instructor and nature enthusiast, Jess loves to bring movement, breathwork, and fresh air into her work.
Jess collaborates with each client or couple to uncover their unique path toward integrated mental, physical, spiritual, and relational health. Working from a humanistic lens, Jess employs an eclectic approach that is neuroscience-informed and draws from acceptance and commitment, cognitive behavioral, narrative, and somatic therapies, looking at how we hold our stories in our minds, brains, and bodies, and how we can intentionally explore, rewire, and rewrite them to find meaning and health in our lives. As a certified yoga instructor and nature enthusiast, Jess loves to bring movement, breathwork, and fresh air into her work.
Center Psychotherapy is a group mental health practice that is committed to providing quality and expert mental health treatment using a humanist, client-centered approach to therapy. Our clinicians recognize that successful treatment varies with individual needs, strengths, and personal client preferences. We strive to work with you to develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions that recognize strengths, not just symptom expression.
Center Psychotherapy is a group mental health practice that is committed to providing quality and expert mental health treatment using a humanist, client-centered approach to therapy. Our clinicians recognize that successful treatment varies with individual needs, strengths, and personal client preferences. We strive to work with you to develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions that recognize strengths, not just symptom expression.
Appointments available for adults
Appointments available for adults
Clear and Centered Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winchester, MA 01890
Feeling depressed, anxious, and unable to concentrate. Perhaps your life isn't going in the direction you had hoped it would. Life can get difficult at times and counseling can truly make all the difference. I have over 15 years of counseling experience and draw upon solution focused treatment to help you start living the life you love. I invite you to call for an initial free phone consult. I work with children, adults, couples and families.
Feeling depressed, anxious, and unable to concentrate. Perhaps your life isn't going in the direction you had hoped it would. Life can get difficult at times and counseling can truly make all the difference. I have over 15 years of counseling experience and draw upon solution focused treatment to help you start living the life you love. I invite you to call for an initial free phone consult. I work with children, adults, couples and families.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Winchester, MA 01890 (Online Only)
Is purity culture or religious messaging preventing you from dating, sex, and healthy relationships? Have you rejected old religious beliefs but feel "stuck" making your new beliefs a reality? I help millennials like you by using a holistic approach to therapy. I combine CBT, IFS therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices like nervous system regulation to heal at the root of your issues; cultivate self compassion; create new, healthy relationships; and step into your sexual liberation era. I also offer CPT Intensives for those who want to heal NOW and don't want to spend months or even years in the traditional therapy model.
Is purity culture or religious messaging preventing you from dating, sex, and healthy relationships? Have you rejected old religious beliefs but feel "stuck" making your new beliefs a reality? I help millennials like you by using a holistic approach to therapy. I combine CBT, IFS therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices like nervous system regulation to heal at the root of your issues; cultivate self compassion; create new, healthy relationships; and step into your sexual liberation era. I also offer CPT Intensives for those who want to heal NOW and don't want to spend months or even years in the traditional therapy model.
We are a group of warm and talented clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We use evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to relieve suffering and enable our patients to meet their goals. We work well with both children and adults, treating anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, including ARFID, as well as obesity and health related issues.
We are a group of warm and talented clinicians who provide therapy to children, adolescents and adults. We use evidence based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to relieve suffering and enable our patients to meet their goals. We work well with both children and adults, treating anxiety disorders, OCD, ADHD, depression, eating disorders, including ARFID, as well as obesity and health related issues.
If you are struggling with a medical, sexual, or relationship problem I want you to know that I am committed to helping people just like yourself. Finding the right professional for your personal needs is an important first step towards success. My web page, http://www.drflory.com is intended to give you more details; I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of international work experience. Ich spreche auch deutsch.
If you are struggling with a medical, sexual, or relationship problem I want you to know that I am committed to helping people just like yourself. Finding the right professional for your personal needs is an important first step towards success. My web page, http://www.drflory.com is intended to give you more details; I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of international work experience. Ich spreche auch deutsch.
Karen Capraro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winchester, MA 01890
I've worked in inpatient psychiatry, outpatient clinics, and school counseling and specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, eating issues, stress, relationships, ADHD, parenting and women's issues. I use a strengths-based, collaborative approach with clients and their families in assessment and treatment planning and utilize many treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, and mindfulness-based techniques.
I've worked in inpatient psychiatry, outpatient clinics, and school counseling and specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, eating issues, stress, relationships, ADHD, parenting and women's issues. I use a strengths-based, collaborative approach with clients and their families in assessment and treatment planning and utilize many treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, and mindfulness-based techniques.
She experienced transformations and development in vastly different fields of human endeavors, encompassing creativity and grasp of the social psyche.
Jane Song is a Resident in Counseling who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and stress in adolescents and adults. During her work at Boston Harbor Christian Counseling Center, Jane serviced both couples and individuals. Her clients differed in age, gender, religion, and social/academic background. They ranged from college students to professionals to retirees. Due to the pandemic, most of Jane’s clients experienced symptoms such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, marital issues, substance-related issues, trauma, covid-related complications, and work and life balance concerns.
She experienced transformations and development in vastly different fields of human endeavors, encompassing creativity and grasp of the social psyche.
Jane Song is a Resident in Counseling who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and stress in adolescents and adults. During her work at Boston Harbor Christian Counseling Center, Jane serviced both couples and individuals. Her clients differed in age, gender, religion, and social/academic background. They ranged from college students to professionals to retirees. Due to the pandemic, most of Jane’s clients experienced symptoms such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, marital issues, substance-related issues, trauma, covid-related complications, and work and life balance concerns.
Lauren Herlihy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Winchester, MA 01890 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is working with individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, transitional periods in their life, and their role in relationships.
Do you tend to “put up walls” or repeat the same patterns? Do you often feel like you are afraid to speak up about what you want? Maybe you struggle with your self-image or your role in your relationships. Maybe you’re feeling lost about who you are and who you “should” be.
My specialty is working with individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, transitional periods in their life, and their role in relationships.
Do you tend to “put up walls” or repeat the same patterns? Do you often feel like you are afraid to speak up about what you want? Maybe you struggle with your self-image or your role in your relationships. Maybe you’re feeling lost about who you are and who you “should” be.
Angier Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Winchester, MA 01890
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being. In this judgment-free environment, your story is valued and respected. With a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space for all individuals, I offer compassionate support as you navigate your mental health and life's complexities. Grounded in empathy and cultural sensitivity, my approach facilitates symptom management, self-discovery, and growth. Together, we'll explore your thoughts and emotions, working collaboratively to achieve your goals. In addition to my private practice, I bring valuable experience as the Lead Social Worker at McLean Hospital's general inpatient unit.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being. In this judgment-free environment, your story is valued and respected. With a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space for all individuals, I offer compassionate support as you navigate your mental health and life's complexities. Grounded in empathy and cultural sensitivity, my approach facilitates symptom management, self-discovery, and growth. Together, we'll explore your thoughts and emotions, working collaboratively to achieve your goals. In addition to my private practice, I bring valuable experience as the Lead Social Worker at McLean Hospital's general inpatient unit.
Lisa Cobia van Oossanen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Lisa Van oossanen, LICSW, LCSW, RMT, MSW
Verified Verified
Winchester, MA 01890
Waitlist for new clients
Lisa is determined to create a safe, compassionate, supportive environment that welcomes and invites healing, growth, liberation, and transformation while honoring individual experiences, circumstances, and strengths.
Lisa is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a healing framework based on trauma resolution through self-compassion, self-awareness, empowered choices, inner-knowing, trust, intuition, purpose, authenticity, joy, and more profound connection with self, others, and life. Her knowledge base and passion are focused on clients who have a history of trauma.
Lisa is determined to create a safe, compassionate, supportive environment that welcomes and invites healing, growth, liberation, and transformation while honoring individual experiences, circumstances, and strengths.
Lisa is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a healing framework based on trauma resolution through self-compassion, self-awareness, empowered choices, inner-knowing, trust, intuition, purpose, authenticity, joy, and more profound connection with self, others, and life. Her knowledge base and passion are focused on clients who have a history of trauma.
I like working with families (kids, teens, new parents, seasoned parents - individually or collectively!) as well as adults going through life transitions.
Do things feel out of control? Maybe you're searching for someone to help support your child's mental health. Maybe the tension between you and your partner erupts into conflict too often. Maybe you don't feel like yourself anymore..... whatever the situation, you decided to reach out for some support. That's an amazing first step. I understand - opening up to a stranger can be terrifying! I try my best to make it less so. I’m a relational therapist - this means that who I am is part of the work I do. I come to this work with my own insecurities and vulnerabilities.
I like working with families (kids, teens, new parents, seasoned parents - individually or collectively!) as well as adults going through life transitions.
Do things feel out of control? Maybe you're searching for someone to help support your child's mental health. Maybe the tension between you and your partner erupts into conflict too often. Maybe you don't feel like yourself anymore..... whatever the situation, you decided to reach out for some support. That's an amazing first step. I understand - opening up to a stranger can be terrifying! I try my best to make it less so. I’m a relational therapist - this means that who I am is part of the work I do. I come to this work with my own insecurities and vulnerabilities.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.