Female Therapists in Acton, MA
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Ruth Lull
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Maturity, empathy and well developed listening skills are assets which I offer. I've been especially interested in helping
women
during pregnancy, and the postpartum period and resolving grief and loss from miscarriages. In addition, addressing issues of depression, anxiety and posttraumatic stress in men or
women
is especially gratifying to me. I often begin by teaching techniques for stress reduction, or in the case of lethargic depression, ways to energize the body, which help people function better quickly. Most important to me is helping people find hidden strengths and restore inner balance.
Not accepting new clients
Bette Galligan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you're a
woman
at one of life's turning points and now struggling a bit, I invite you to get in touch. My time with you will start with the idea that everyone has strengths. We can rediscover, use and build on these to find solutions to your challenges. I will be listening without judging and exploring new possibilities, goals and next steps with you. Many people find talk therapy the key to feeling well and happy again. You can learn to replace fearfulness or feeling lost and live with more meaning & contentment. We can work briefly, as needed, or longer term - by Zoom/FaceTime or telephone.
Mona Tye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Both men and
women
suffer from depression and anxiety, often relying on family and friends as "therapists" or alcohol, food, drugs, exercise or shopping to alleviate pain and suffering.
If you have tried everything to make yourself happy without lasting success, I invite you to work with me in a comfortable, nurturing environment on making the changes you may have been avoiding. You want someone safe to walk the path with you, a Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience in helping clients just like you. Together, we will map out a strategy that fits your lifestyle while we take time to consider your personal struggles. If you have been languishing for too long with depression, stress or anxiety, let me guide you toward understanding and living life more fully.
Jamie K Beck
Counselor, LMHC, BCPC, ATR
Verified
Verified
Areas of focus include
women
who have experienced loss during pregnancy or after birth, young adults who feel immobilized after being in a school environment,
women
in the midst of life changes, individuals dealing with grief/loss after death/divorce/separation, and people recently diagnosed and/or living with chronic medical conditions.
Creativity & Compassion, Mindful Awareness, Health & Resiliency. These are the guiding principles I use to teach people skills to address difficulties in the present, gain a healthier perspective about the past, disengage from fear of the future, embrace & find pleasure in the life that is here. I offer personalized support to
women
, young adults, & teens struggling with circumstantial, developmental, or health-related transitions.
Dulce Orozco
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I help
women
like you get unstuck & find relief from the stress and overwhelm of putting everyone else first.
You are tired of colleagues/coworkers making assumptions about you. You feel misunderstood by your family. You're constantly justifying everything from why you can't watch your niece this week to why you missed your sister's text. Work feels empty, but you can't change careers because of your parents' sacrifices. No one understands...not even your previous therapist. Almost daily, you struggle with feeling guilty. Guilty that you want to say "no." Guilty that you want more or need help. Guilty that you're irritable. Guilty that you should be happy when you have so much more than the people you love.
Dayna McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, CAGS, MEd
Verified
Verified
We all struggle with life’s ups and downs. Therapy can be a safe and healthy way to sort through those times in partnership with a calm, caring, and non-judgmental therapist. I have been supporting men and
women
with their emotional and mental health needs for over 20 years. I look forward to supporting you on your journey to health and recovery. Feel free to call me for a confidential consultation to see how I might help you with your current struggles.
Waitlist for new clients
Eleanor Mathews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My expertise is in the area of major loss (illness, aging, dying, significant life change, bereavement) also caregiving and end-of-life planning. Such challenges are often overwhelming, even immobilizing. A person can feel they have hit a brick wall, and may feel depressed, hopeless, anxious or numb. When they are able to be present to it they may discover surprising gifts, such as inner resources they might not know are there, ways to take better care of themselves, and new understanding of what is most important to them. Some people find that, amazingly, life can be transformed in ways that make it richer than ever.
Sarah Luther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Many of us experience moments that challenge our thoughts, emotions and spirit. These experiences may cause us to bury emotions which often present in unhealthy behaviors, most times outside of our awareness. I aim to hold a compassionate space with you, to nurture vulnerable parts and to foster healing.
Not accepting new clients
Claire Shindler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Some concerns that bring people to me are their experience of loneliness, depression, and anxiety; feelings of worry, emptiness, and sadness; a search for connection and meaning in relationships and work; life transitions; perfectionism; self-doubt; relationship difficulties; divorce; searching for life direction and a sense of purpose; loss and grief; and exploration of identity. I work with people through collaborative, interactive conversation to help them gain insight, to develop strategies to approach their life challenges, and to feel known and understood. People describe me as empathic, genuine, and with a sense of humor.
Waitlist for new clients
Rebecca Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
Prior to opening my private practice I worked full-time as a social worker providing therapy at Brigham and
Women
's Outpatient Psychiatry Department in Boston.
Are you stuck in a negative cycle in your relationship or marriage? Do you long to feel loved, accepted and better understood? As an experienced therapist with almost 20 yrs of experience I help individuals and couples resolve distress and experience more joy and connection in their lives. I also have a particular interest in working with adults during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond and have advanced training and certification in the field of perinatal mental health. I offer a collaborative, compassionate, and non judgmental approach. No Morning or Evening Appts Available.
Katie Elizabeth Kelly
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced clinician that provides individualized treatment to adults and adolescents. I use a collaborative approach to determine how to meet your particular needs. I am seeking clients that are motivated to make changes in their life. Ultimately, I want to help you live a meaningful life in which you feel confident in your unique abilities and strengths. I hope our work together will help you trust your instincts and honor your true self.
Nicole Jean Larocque
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
***Please note I am currently at capacity and cannot accommodate new referrals*** I am a clinical social worker passionate about helping people find ways to their best selves. I provide a safe and supportive environment for the client in search of self-understanding. I believe people have the capacity to feel content, grateful and joyful but a lot of the time our preconceived notions of ourselves get in the way. Everyday I am amazed at people's resilience.
Not accepting new clients
Christine Musello, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Update November 2020: If you viewed this profile recently, please note that I've moved! In addition, currently all meetings are remote and openings are rare. I currently work with teens, young adults, and adults. Mood disorders, parent guidance, veterans, family relationships, trauma and PTSD are areas of clinical interest. Those who seek to be responsible for their own happiness, whether through acceptance or through efforts to change and grow, are the people I hope to meet.
Elizabeth Berk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
I can help you with a wide range of issues such as struggles with depression, anxiety,
women
's issues, relationship issues, and use mindfulness strategies and a solution focused approach to help you reach your goals.
"Today is the first day of the rest of your life." We can work together to help you to reach your goals and live life more fulfilled. I will help you build a 'tool kit' of coping strategies that you can draw from. I have worked with individuals for 20+ years. I take an active approach to help my clients find solutions and reach their goals. Together we can set goals and track progress to make sure you are satisfied.
Waitlist for new clients
Janet L Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADC-I
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor who has worked in the field of Mental Health and Substance Use disorders for twenty+ years. I am especially concerned for, not only the person who uses, but the people who have been affected by a loved one's behaviors, be it substance use or something else. Often dealing with a loved one's issues can cause significant impairment in your own life and mental health. Self-care is essential if you are going to live a sane and happy life. To help someone else, it is of upmost importance to have support and help for yourself.
Not accepting new clients
Heather Leonardo
Counselor, LMHC, #6704
Verified
Verified
It is never too early or late in life to seek growth and find healthier ways to manage life's struggles. Whether you are experiencing a life transition or would like support for a long-standing concern, I will partner with you in working towards your goals, and developing new ways of thinking and living with emotions. I see adolescents and adults with a wide-range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal mental health, and major life transitions. My particular specializations are dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders, trauma, and mood disorders, and I am Level 1 trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Not accepting new clients
Nancy Yen, MS, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
(CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) Nancy is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who has a strong conviction in human resiliency. Her philosophy is that personal challenges provide opportunities to reclaim Power, Identity, & Healing. Her work has included experience in an array of clinical settings & training with experience with Adoption, Couples, Trauma & complex Family issues.
Not accepting new clients
Christine Smith
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My strength as a psychologist is to deeply attend to each client's emotions, thoughts, and life context. If you seek to participate in therapy with me, we will work together to create a judgment-free and safe space. In my practice of therapy, I effectively balance exploratory and supportive therapy with the latest research and evidence-based interventions. I provide psychotherapy for older adolescents (16+), adults, older adults, college students, professionals, and military-affiliated individuals.
Not accepting new clients
Melissa Jadhav
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
As a therapist with over 10 years of experience in the field, I know how transformative therapy can be and how important it is to feel good about yourself, confident in your place in the world, and secure in your relationships. I work with couples to help them create more connected and meaningful relationships. "Being the “best you can be” is really only possible when you are deeply connected to another.."- Dr. Sue Johnson. I also specialize is working with individuals who are struggling with symptoms if PTSD. Trauma is an injury to the brain, mind, and body. The good thing about injuries, is that healing is possible.
Deborah Stames-Merz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Individual Therapy Are you struggling with parenting or relationship issues? Do you wish you could improve your communication skills with others? Do you feel anxious, depressed or experiencing panic attacks? Do you want to make changes in your life so you can live a more genuine life? -PLAY THERAPY Does your 2-11 year old have a hard time expressing their feelings which results in difficult behaviors? -ELDER CARE COUNSELING AND CASE MANAGEMENT Are you a Caretaker and need help managing your commitments to your immediate family as well as your elder parents? Do you need help navigating the Medicaid/Medicare process?
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What type of Acton mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in Acton?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
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