Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Boston, MA

Isoken Osazee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Isoken’s ideal clients are adults, couples, and adolescents ready to engage in personal growth. They typically seek support for grief, anxiety, chronic health issues, or major life transitions. Isoken helps them move forward by creating a nonjudgmental sanctuary where they feel seen and empowered. Integrating CBT, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused techniques, she meets clients where they are. Her collaborative approach encourages self-awareness and provides the tools to break unhealthy cycles, helping individuals find clarity and reclaim their agency to truly flourish.
Isoken’s ideal clients are adults, couples, and adolescents ready to engage in personal growth. They typically seek support for grief, anxiety, chronic health issues, or major life transitions. Isoken helps them move forward by creating a nonjudgmental sanctuary where they feel seen and empowered. Integrating CBT, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused techniques, she meets clients where they are. Her collaborative approach encourages self-awareness and provides the tools to break unhealthy cycles, helping individuals find clarity and reclaim their agency to truly flourish.
(617) 870-6959 View (617) 870-6959
Naowarat (Nonay) Irwin - Movement For The Mind
Counselor, MA, LMHC, BC-DMT
Online Only
I combining traditional psychotherapy with the expressive/creative arts and somatic healing techniques in my practice. As a mental health clinician and dance/movement therapist, I'm deeply passionate about guiding individuals through the mind and body integration toward holistic healing. Over time, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, from children and adolescents to families and adults, each with their unique journeys and challenges. Through my experience, I've honed my skills in supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, and various other mental health concerns.
I combining traditional psychotherapy with the expressive/creative arts and somatic healing techniques in my practice. As a mental health clinician and dance/movement therapist, I'm deeply passionate about guiding individuals through the mind and body integration toward holistic healing. Over time, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, from children and adolescents to families and adults, each with their unique journeys and challenges. Through my experience, I've honed my skills in supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, and various other mental health concerns.
(857) 384-5499 View (857) 384-5499
Katie Ard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted—and not sure where to turn next? You may be managing anxiety that won’t quiet down, relationship stress that keeps repeating, or a life transition that’s left you feeling unsteady. Therapy can be a place to pause, sort things out, and move forward with more clarity and confidence—and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m an LICSW with over 20 years of experience in the helping professions, including clinical therapy, social work, case management, and community-based support. I work with those who want practical tools, emotional support, and a therapist who truly listens.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted—and not sure where to turn next? You may be managing anxiety that won’t quiet down, relationship stress that keeps repeating, or a life transition that’s left you feeling unsteady. Therapy can be a place to pause, sort things out, and move forward with more clarity and confidence—and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m an LICSW with over 20 years of experience in the helping professions, including clinical therapy, social work, case management, and community-based support. I work with those who want practical tools, emotional support, and a therapist who truly listens.
(857) 567-8195 View (857) 567-8195
Dr. Marysa Clark
Psychologist, PsyD
Boston, MA 02109
As a therapist, I use evidence-based practices, including both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
As a Licensed Psychologist, I have come to appreciate the human capacity to change unhealthy behavior patterns, work through incredibly difficult life circumstances, and create more meaningful and fulfilling lives. I appreciate that beginning therapy can elicit feelings of uncertainty and anxiety, and I recognize the strength that it takes to begin this process. I aim to acknowledge and foster these strengths during our work together, whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, or adjustment to major life changes.
As a therapist, I use evidence-based practices, including both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
As a Licensed Psychologist, I have come to appreciate the human capacity to change unhealthy behavior patterns, work through incredibly difficult life circumstances, and create more meaningful and fulfilling lives. I appreciate that beginning therapy can elicit feelings of uncertainty and anxiety, and I recognize the strength that it takes to begin this process. I aim to acknowledge and foster these strengths during our work together, whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, or adjustment to major life changes.
(857) 420-7363 View (857) 420-7363
Chantal Peloquin
Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110
Are you seeking a path towards greater self-awareness and well-being? If so, you are not alone. Many individuals today are looking for ways to connect with their inner selves, and find balance in a world, that often feels chaotic and stressful. At its core, therapy is about fostering connection, and creating a safe and supportive space, for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. As a licensed therapist, I'm dedicated to collaborating with you through holistic, transpersonal, and other evidence-based techniques; and as a Reiki (energy healing) practitioner, I offer an eclectic approach.
Are you seeking a path towards greater self-awareness and well-being? If so, you are not alone. Many individuals today are looking for ways to connect with their inner selves, and find balance in a world, that often feels chaotic and stressful. At its core, therapy is about fostering connection, and creating a safe and supportive space, for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. As a licensed therapist, I'm dedicated to collaborating with you through holistic, transpersonal, and other evidence-based techniques; and as a Reiki (energy healing) practitioner, I offer an eclectic approach.
(617) 890-7268 View (617) 890-7268
Alison Gurley Ho
Psychologist, PsyD
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110
In my work, I pull from several evidence based therapies, including CBT, ACT, and self-compassion.
Starting therapy can be daunting. Sharing difficult thoughts and feelings that have us stuck is never easy. But therapy can also be one of our most healing experiences. At its best, therapy is a space to be together in the painful parts of life, cultivate strengths, and find humor in it all along the way. I offer a compassionate ear to anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes or relationships. I provide space to process emotions, while also emphasizing the need to make changes in order to grow. Together, we will create a plan, based in scientific research, to ensure progress on what matters most to you.
In my work, I pull from several evidence based therapies, including CBT, ACT, and self-compassion.
Starting therapy can be daunting. Sharing difficult thoughts and feelings that have us stuck is never easy. But therapy can also be one of our most healing experiences. At its best, therapy is a space to be together in the painful parts of life, cultivate strengths, and find humor in it all along the way. I offer a compassionate ear to anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes or relationships. I provide space to process emotions, while also emphasizing the need to make changes in order to grow. Together, we will create a plan, based in scientific research, to ensure progress on what matters most to you.
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Lucie Waldman
Counselor, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Using ACT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and relational approaches through a trauma-informed lens, we slow down to understand what's driving patterns and take meaningful steps forward together.
You may feel stuck between wanting change and not knowing how to let go of patterns that once felt necessary to cope. You may feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or exhausted by self-criticism, perfectionism, or the weight of life transitions. I support college students, teens, and young adults navigating eating disorders and self-harm, anxiety, ADHD/executive functioning challenges, and the process of understanding and embracing your neurodivergence. In therapy, we work to understand what these patterns have been protecting while taking steady, values-based steps toward feeling more grounded, connected, and at peace with yourself.
Using ACT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and relational approaches through a trauma-informed lens, we slow down to understand what's driving patterns and take meaningful steps forward together.
You may feel stuck between wanting change and not knowing how to let go of patterns that once felt necessary to cope. You may feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or exhausted by self-criticism, perfectionism, or the weight of life transitions. I support college students, teens, and young adults navigating eating disorders and self-harm, anxiety, ADHD/executive functioning challenges, and the process of understanding and embracing your neurodivergence. In therapy, we work to understand what these patterns have been protecting while taking steady, values-based steps toward feeling more grounded, connected, and at peace with yourself.
(781) 230-7480 View (781) 230-7480
Meg Fallon McDonnell
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Fallon uses attachment theory as a theoretical basis and integrates psychodynamic and skills-based interventions from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), depending on client need.
Dr. Meg Fallon is a licensed clinical psychologist in MA and NY. Dr. Fallon received both Masters and Doctoral degrees from the University of Hartford, with special focus on child and adolescents. Dr. Fallon completed her APA internship at Elmhurst Hospital/Mount Sinai Hospital System, and her postdoctoral fellowship at the Center for Anxiety, a mood disorders focused private practice. Dr. Fallon was most recently employed as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine and as a Psychologist at Mount Sinai Hospital, where she worked with medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as graduate students.
Fallon uses attachment theory as a theoretical basis and integrates psychodynamic and skills-based interventions from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), depending on client need.
Dr. Meg Fallon is a licensed clinical psychologist in MA and NY. Dr. Fallon received both Masters and Doctoral degrees from the University of Hartford, with special focus on child and adolescents. Dr. Fallon completed her APA internship at Elmhurst Hospital/Mount Sinai Hospital System, and her postdoctoral fellowship at the Center for Anxiety, a mood disorders focused private practice. Dr. Fallon was most recently employed as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine and as a Psychologist at Mount Sinai Hospital, where she worked with medical students, residents, and fellows, as well as graduate students.
(617) 819-0559 View (617) 819-0559
NLightened Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer therapy to individuals from all walks of life. Whether you're navigating a life transition, exploring neurodiversity, managing symptoms, working through trauma, addressing family dynamics, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I provide a supportive, collaborative, and down-to-earth space to reflect, heal, and grow.
I offer therapy to individuals from all walks of life. Whether you're navigating a life transition, exploring neurodiversity, managing symptoms, working through trauma, addressing family dynamics, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I provide a supportive, collaborative, and down-to-earth space to reflect, heal, and grow.
(617) 440-7715 View (617) 440-7715
Amelia Anthony
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi! I'm Amelia. I know life can feel overwhelming, stressful, and sometimes too much. I want to join with you to help you overcome whatever challenges you are facing, whether it be issues in relationships, work stressors, school pressure, family issues, or anything in-between. I aim to provide a warm, open, and accepting space where you will feel truly comfortable being you!
Hi! I'm Amelia. I know life can feel overwhelming, stressful, and sometimes too much. I want to join with you to help you overcome whatever challenges you are facing, whether it be issues in relationships, work stressors, school pressure, family issues, or anything in-between. I aim to provide a warm, open, and accepting space where you will feel truly comfortable being you!
(617) 712-0607 x800 View (617) 712-0607 x800
Parker Eyster
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LCSW
Boston, MA 02199
Hello there! My name is Parker (he/him) and I am a recent Master of Social Work graduate from West Chester University’s Philadelphia Campus. I have also received my Bachelors of Social Work as well as a certificate in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies from Temple University. Most of my experience and where my specialties lie is working with people who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, from a wide variety of ages.
Hello there! My name is Parker (he/him) and I am a recent Master of Social Work graduate from West Chester University’s Philadelphia Campus. I have also received my Bachelors of Social Work as well as a certificate in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies from Temple University. Most of my experience and where my specialties lie is working with people who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, from a wide variety of ages.
(508) 978-1237 View (508) 978-1237
David Caparrelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Services I provide include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT).
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive training in multiple evidence-based treatments designed to help people with issues relating to anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), perfectionism, and more. If you are interested in learning new skills in order to help you live more in line with your values, I think we could be a good match.
Services I provide include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RO-DBT).
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive training in multiple evidence-based treatments designed to help people with issues relating to anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), perfectionism, and more. If you are interested in learning new skills in order to help you live more in line with your values, I think we could be a good match.
(617) 468-7163 View (617) 468-7163
Jessica Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have availability for new clients in Massachusetts and Connecticut. I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, major life transitions, and challenging relationships. Maybe you feel overwhelmed, stuck in your head, caught in patterns of overthinking, or struggle to set boundaries. You may know something needs to change but feel unsure how to get there—or simply not know where to start. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel understood, and be fully yourself. My approach is warm and down-to-earth, with humor when it helps. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing and find strategies that fit your life.
I have availability for new clients in Massachusetts and Connecticut. I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, major life transitions, and challenging relationships. Maybe you feel overwhelmed, stuck in your head, caught in patterns of overthinking, or struggle to set boundaries. You may know something needs to change but feel unsure how to get there—or simply not know where to start. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel understood, and be fully yourself. My approach is warm and down-to-earth, with humor when it helps. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing and find strategies that fit your life.
(617) 446-5377 View (617) 446-5377
Ashlyn Brooks
Counselor, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
You might feel stuck—questioning your identity, struggling in relationships, or carrying anxiety and self-doubt that won’t quiet down. Maybe you’re moving through a big life change or just tired of feeling like you have to hide parts of yourself to be accepted. My clients often want clarity, relief, and a more honest connection to themselves and others. As a non-binary therapist, I understand how deeply the therapist’s identity can shape the therapy space—and how important it is to feel seen. I also bring a feminist perspective to help make sense of how social and cultural systems impact your lived experience.
You might feel stuck—questioning your identity, struggling in relationships, or carrying anxiety and self-doubt that won’t quiet down. Maybe you’re moving through a big life change or just tired of feeling like you have to hide parts of yourself to be accepted. My clients often want clarity, relief, and a more honest connection to themselves and others. As a non-binary therapist, I understand how deeply the therapist’s identity can shape the therapy space—and how important it is to feel seen. I also bring a feminist perspective to help make sense of how social and cultural systems impact your lived experience.
(857) 420-6941 View (857) 420-6941
Nick Heath, LICSW, Couples Therapy.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
Couples: Are you feeling emotionally distant from your partner, lonely, in distress? Struggling to communicate your needs? Feeling more like roommates than lovers? Has there been Infidelity? I work with Heterosexual, LGBTQ, and Interracial Couples, All Ethnicities, All Cultures, premarital and marital. I help you prioritize your significant relationship and rebuild Trust, Respect, and Mutual Understanding. Together, we will work to reduce criticism and resentment, increase Communication and Intimacy, improve Teamwork, including taking on more Responsibility for Women's Mental Load.
Couples: Are you feeling emotionally distant from your partner, lonely, in distress? Struggling to communicate your needs? Feeling more like roommates than lovers? Has there been Infidelity? I work with Heterosexual, LGBTQ, and Interracial Couples, All Ethnicities, All Cultures, premarital and marital. I help you prioritize your significant relationship and rebuild Trust, Respect, and Mutual Understanding. Together, we will work to reduce criticism and resentment, increase Communication and Intimacy, improve Teamwork, including taking on more Responsibility for Women's Mental Load.
(857) 382-6035 View (857) 382-6035
Erin Correira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you struggle to find balance among the world and your mind's endless uncertainties, you are in the right place. We often work so hard to get rid of or avoid what's uncomfortable - who wouldn’t? The trouble is, this doesn’t support growth in the long run. At Root to Rise we aim to help you build resilience, find every day magic, and create intentional daily practices in order to learn new ways to engage with your mind and the world you exist in. Let us not just target symptoms but gain a deep understanding of self to make meaningful long term change.
If you struggle to find balance among the world and your mind's endless uncertainties, you are in the right place. We often work so hard to get rid of or avoid what's uncomfortable - who wouldn’t? The trouble is, this doesn’t support growth in the long run. At Root to Rise we aim to help you build resilience, find every day magic, and create intentional daily practices in order to learn new ways to engage with your mind and the world you exist in. Let us not just target symptoms but gain a deep understanding of self to make meaningful long term change.
(774) 268-5976 View (774) 268-5976
Elana Kagan
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in helping children, teens, and young adults overcome anxiety and OCD using proven, effective approaches. As a parent, you know when your child is struggling - whether it's with persistent worries, fears of specific situations, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts, or repetitive behaviors that interfere with daily life. My goal is to provide your child with practical skills to manage these challenges while supporting you in creating an environment where they can thrive.
I specialize in helping children, teens, and young adults overcome anxiety and OCD using proven, effective approaches. As a parent, you know when your child is struggling - whether it's with persistent worries, fears of specific situations, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts, or repetitive behaviors that interfere with daily life. My goal is to provide your child with practical skills to manage these challenges while supporting you in creating an environment where they can thrive.
(781) 517-9763 View (781) 517-9763
Courtney Hills
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
My goal is always to help clients feel more empowered, self-aware, and equipped to navigate life with greater ease and authenticity. I work best with clients who are curious, open, and willing to engage in the process, even if they’re feeling stuck or scared. I’m drawn to working with folks navigating identity exploration, life transitions, trauma recovery, and relationship struggles. I value emotional honesty and humor when it fits. The clients I connect with most deeply are often seekers, people looking not just for symptom relief but for meaning, integration, and growth.
My goal is always to help clients feel more empowered, self-aware, and equipped to navigate life with greater ease and authenticity. I work best with clients who are curious, open, and willing to engage in the process, even if they’re feeling stuck or scared. I’m drawn to working with folks navigating identity exploration, life transitions, trauma recovery, and relationship struggles. I value emotional honesty and humor when it fits. The clients I connect with most deeply are often seekers, people looking not just for symptom relief but for meaning, integration, and growth.
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Dr. Jeannette Mejia
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, adult, or professional navigating identity, relationships, racial trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, systemic and structural violence, or life transitions, you’re not alone! Through an anti-oppressive approach to therapy grounded in Black feminism, a dynamic trauma-informed approach, I create an affirming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore who they are, unpack patterns shaped by family and past experiences, and build a stronger sense of self.
I'm a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. If you're a college/graduate student, adult, or professional navigating identity, relationships, racial trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, systemic and structural violence, or life transitions, you’re not alone! Through an anti-oppressive approach to therapy grounded in Black feminism, a dynamic trauma-informed approach, I create an affirming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore who they are, unpack patterns shaped by family and past experiences, and build a stronger sense of self.
(508) 682-4964 View (508) 682-4964
Olivia Wons
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
My approach is relational, strengths-focused, and person-centered, grounded in evidence-based practices such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness.
Above all, I strive to offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where you feel supported, empowered, and able to move toward the life you want. In our work together, you can expect to gain deeper self-awareness, practical tools to navigate challenges, and strategies to build resilience and self-compassion.
My approach is relational, strengths-focused, and person-centered, grounded in evidence-based practices such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness.
Above all, I strive to offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where you feel supported, empowered, and able to move toward the life you want. In our work together, you can expect to gain deeper self-awareness, practical tools to navigate challenges, and strategies to build resilience and self-compassion.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.