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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD
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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
630 Main St., Melrose, MA 02176
Waitlist for new clients
(339) 293-0698
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In my 30+ years of experience as a therapist, clinical supervisor, researcher, educator and writer on complex trauma, I have come to believe that we are shaped as much by the good things that went missing from our lives as the bad things that happened to us. My clients have often endured severe abuse, neglect, oppression, and other forms of life adversity. They have learned to cope and survive in ways that get misunderstood and misdiagnosed, and that can cause profound stigma, shame and social rejection. Their courage and resilience inspires awe. Finding a therapist who can see and accept all parts of them is one key to recovery.
I specialize in treatment of complex traumatic stress, including CPTSD, Developmental Trauma Disorder (DTD), and clinical dissociation. I work with adults, older youth, and couples. Specialty services include forensic evaluation, expert testimony, executive coaching, gifted youth, surrogate partner therapy supervising clinician, and bespoke IOP services.
I take a relational approach to complex trauma therapy that incorporates innovative and evidence-based modalities and partners with clients to increase their ability to feel, express and tolerate emotions and intimacy; navigate conflicts with others; cultivate a more cohesive sense of identity; set and achieve goals; and forge a meaningful path forward.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Complex Trauma Treatment Center Boston

630 Main St.

Melrose, MA 02176

(339) 293-0698
I am able to work with clients (1) in person at my office, (2) in walk and talk therapy sessions, or (3) remotely via videoconference/phone
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Dissociative Disorders (DID) and Relationship Issues 
$275 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (339) 293-0698
Photo of Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center, PhD, Psychologist

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Complex Trauma Treatment Center Boston

630 Main St.

Melrose, MA 02176

(339) 293-0698
I am able to work with clients (1) in person at my office, (2) in walk and talk therapy sessions, or (3) remotely via videoconference/phone
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Dissociative Disorders (DID) and Relationship Issues 
$275 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $275
  • Couple Sessions $275
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Venmo, Wire

Insurance

  • Victims Compensation Fund
  • Out of Network
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I do not bill insurance, but I am able to provide a "superbill" upon request for clients who can submit for out-of-network reimbursement
or call with questions - (339) 293-0698
Photo of Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center, PhD, Psychologist
Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD
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I do not bill insurance, but I am able to provide a "superbill" upon request for clients who can submit for out-of-network reimbursement
or call with questions - (339) 293-0698
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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / 7841 Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
  • In Practice for 32 Years
  • Certificate from Mayerson Center, Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center PCIT-A (Parent Child Interaction Therapy) / 2005
  • Certificate from EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) EMDR Level II Certification / 2000
  • Attended Duke University, Ph.D., Graduated 1999
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At the center of complex trauma diagnosis, treatment, research, model development, training, and supervision since the birth of the field.
or call with questions - (339) 293-0698
Photo of Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center, PhD, Psychologist
Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD
"
At the center of complex trauma diagnosis, treatment, research, model development, training, and supervision since the birth of the field.
or call with questions - (339) 293-0698
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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Positivity
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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Complex traumatic life experiences beget complex adaptation, survival based-coping, and identity development, leading to deep emotional wounds and far-ranging life difficulties. As a result, specialized clinical intervention is often necessary. There's nothing simple about what happened to you, how you survived it, how it shaped your life, or how you will overcome it.
or call with questions - (339) 293-0698
Photo of Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center, PhD, Psychologist
Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD
"
Complex traumatic life experiences beget complex adaptation, survival based-coping, and identity development, leading to deep emotional wounds and far-ranging life difficulties. As a result, specialized clinical intervention is often necessary. There's nothing simple about what happened to you, how you survived it, how it shaped your life, or how you will overcome it.
or call with questions - (339) 293-0698
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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • AEDP
  • ARC: Attachment, Regulation & Competency
  • Attachment-based
  • CBP: Component-Based Psychotherapy
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (339) 293-0698
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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (339) 293-0698
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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD

Groups

Complex Trauma Processing Group

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Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center

A theme-based, relationally-driven, trauma integration and processing, Component-Based Psychotherapy (CBP) group, conducted in 15 session-units. $1,200 self-pay per round. A limited number of new members invited to join each round based on existing members' continuation status. Co-led by two senior complex trauma therapists and scholars: Drs. Jana Pressley and Joseph Spinazzola. Intended for individuals currently or previously in trauma-focused individual therapy: this is not an introductory level stabilization/skills group. Closed round in progress. Contact us for limited screening to join next round (anticipate 1-2 open slots) beginning September 2023.

Expertise

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$70-$80

Group Meets

Every Wed 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

Location

Complex Trauma Treatment Center: hybrid remote/in-

630 Main Street

Melrose, MA 02176

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Understanding Trauma

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The Complex Trauma Institute is offering a recurring, 12-week, co-ed, in person Understanding Trauma Group in Fall 2023 that will explore different types of traumas, what it means to process experiences safely, how to engage in self-care, manage activation, among other related topics. This is not a process group, but group members are welcome to share their thoughts, questions, and experiences as beneficial to themselves and the group. Group meets in-person on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 in Melrose, MA. Cost is $1,000 flat rate due before the first session; insurance is not accepted.

Expertise

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Group Meets

Every Tue 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

Location

Complex Trauma Treatment Center Boston

630 Main St

Melrose, MA 02176

Email Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center about this group or call - (339) 293-0698

Location

Primary Location

Complex Trauma Treatment Center Boston

630 Main St.

Melrose, MA 02176

(339) 293-0698

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I am able to work with clients (1) in person at my office, (2) in walk and talk therapy sessions, or (3) remotely via videoconference/phone
Take the first step to help. Call now - (339) 293-0698
Photo of Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center, PhD, Psychologist
Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD
"
I am able to work with clients (1) in person at my office, (2) in walk and talk therapy sessions, or (3) remotely via videoconference/phone
Take the first step to help. Call now - (339) 293-0698
Photo of Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center, PhD, Psychologist
Joseph Spinazzola: Complex Trauma Treatment Center
Psychologist, PhD