Therapists in Boston, MA

I’m so proud of you for making it this far on your mental-health journey! It’s a hard road, but you are not walking it alone.To help you accomplish your therapeutic goals, I believe in first helping you feel safe, understood, and grounded in my space as well as within our professional relationship. From there, we can utilize the power of empathy, compassion, patience, and accountability to create the transformation you want to see.

Zarinah is very passionate about helping alleviate symptoms of mental illness while promoting health and wellness especially for Black and Brown communities. It has been her dream to deliver outpatient therapy to clients who look like her. Zarinah modifies her therapeutic approach to each client's specific needs. Her educational background includes a Bachelors in Social Work (BSW) from Regis College in Weston MA, and a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts.

Kassandra Hodges, LMFT, is a dedicated therapist and graduate of Salem State University. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. With a wealth of experience working with clients of all ages, Kassandra specializes in addressing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, cultural or racial issues, women’s issues, PTSD, relationship difficulties, personality disorders, and addictions.

All clients are welcome in this space. Are you willing to work through it? Where’s the obstacle? Are you ready to open yourself and accept who you are or Who you could become? This world has been challenging and inflexible. Interest, transparency and commitment are the key to start working together. My experience working with different cultures, social background and reality reinforce us to understand different issues from different perspective. In this space you will be validated.

My style is warm and casual, creating a dialogue that results in mutual insight and understanding. I like to take an active role in the discussion and use humor while providing an inviting environment to explore the problems and successes of your life. My approach is based in the Psychodynamic, Acceptance/Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR and Mindfulness traditions. I've worked in private practice since 2008 and also at the VA where I am a therapist for veterans in Boston. I graduated from Smith College School for Social Work in Northampton, MA and have practiced in the Boston area since.

I believe everyone deserves a warm, safe space to process life's experiences, so that is what I strive to provide! I specialize in supporting young adults, adults, and college students to compassionately navigate their inner world- working through things like anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors/transitions, self worth, identity, and relationships. I support my clients in learning to connect to their emotions, understanding how external experiences have shaped internal patterns, healing wounds of the past, finding effective coping strategies, and working towards self-acceptance to create meaningful change.

Online appointments only. I am a licensed mental health counselor with a broad spectrum of experience, from working with toddlers and their parents to individuals living with chronic, severe mental health issues. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they have. My focus is to help you identify new tools and strategies to overcome the barriers that have prevented you from reaching your goals and living the life you want. We will work together to identify and mobilize your strengths in order to improve your experience of life.

I am a bilingual (Español/English), bicultural, Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working in both private practice and community health centers with diverse client population and multi-stressed families. I am specialized in treating anxiety, depression and post traumatic stress symptoms in which I often use the newer techniques such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) where the resolution is sometimes rapid and symptoms no longer dominate your life.

The therapeutic process is a unique and individualized experience in which I focus on creating a collaborative space where you and I explore dialogue to navigate your psychological needs. By incorporating a balance of empathetic listening and informed reflection we are able to incorporate crucial elements of bringing you closer to your identified process. I have found that exploring interpersonal connections whether with family members, friendships, romantic relationships, or with work professionals can build a sense of connection that improves overall wellness.

Finally, you found us! Are you going through a transitional period and making changes, and looking for some direction and feedback? Are you feeling unfulfilled, unhappy, and uncertain of what your next step should be? We are here for you. We believe we all have a natural ability to heal and grow. We believe in the power of therapy to enhance your capacity for curiosity, self-compassion, self-understanding, and a deeper sense of self-worth. If you are curious about what therapy can offer you, we encourage you to trust your instinct and reach out!

We work well with people throughout the age range, whether it is a child struggling in school, an adult overwhelmed by life's demands, or a senior citizen in need of support, we are prepared and eager to help. While your relationship with your therapist is central, we focus on RESULTS: With a dynamic mix of positive psychology and evidence-based treatment, it's our mission to help you to feel better & do better in your life.

We are a multiethnic and multiracial group practice that centralizes care for BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Clients who come to us are working though life challenges related to their identities. They are often in a process of self-exploration, working to make sense of their place and identity in the world where they are made to feel like "the other" and have been marginalized, traumatized, and blatantly microaggressed. We recognize the importance of finding providers who get it, from a shared and lived experience. Here, our aim is connect communities of color and queer communities with providers of color and queer providers.

Telehealth Only - Licensed in MA, NH, and VT. I am passionate about helping people overcome and grow from life's difficulties. I work with young adults and women to discover their strength and resiliency. I am committed to bringing authenticity and compassion to each moment through mindfulness and empathy. I offer a nonjudgmental flexible approach that will not rush you in the process of growth. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with concrete solutions and coping strategies, equipping my clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.

I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions and substance use. When we are anxious and overwhelmed, it can cause us to feel disconnected from others. Feeling stuck and stressed can trigger self-doubt and poor decision-making, and this chips away at our self-esteem and unravels our relationships. I can help you identify the core issues that are negatively impacting you and your relationships, and deterring you from enjoying your life and achieving your goals.

Are you a young adult or teen who's been struggling with anxiety, stress, or overwhelm? Perhaps you're going through a major life transition, dealing with relationship issues, or struggling to find your sense of identity and personal development. Maybe you've been finding it hard to regulate your emotions or feel passionate and joyful about life. On top of that, you may be trying to navigate challenges such as low self-esteem, childhood trauma, time management, and organization skills, or obsessive and anxious thoughts. If any of these challenges resonate with you, I'm Holly, and I'd love to help.

Currently accepting new clients located in Massachusetts and North Carolina! Looking to learn coping skills, manage emotions and life stressors better, than look no further! I am a Certified Anxiety Specialist that can give you the coping skills needed to take back your life, feel better, and become the best you. I use a holistic and collaborative approach by incorporating topics of stress management, self-care, and Womens' issues to increase overall wellness. I use an integrative treatment approach that is client-focused, incorporating mindfulness, evidence-based, behavioral interventions, and solution focused therapy.

Discovering yourself is a daunting yet a liberating process, and I am here to help guide you through it. I will encourage you to embrace your authentic self while overcoming daily stressors and obstacles.

As a passionate, committed and motivated individual, I consider it a privilege to share a space with any client who is open to taking steps towards self-exploration. With over a decade of experience working as a therapist in community mental health settings & academic psychiatric institutions, I am trained in a variety of therapeutic methods and work with each individual to tailor their treatment to help them heal and reach their authentic self. I offer individual psychotherapy and psychiatric consultation and I would be honored to assist and support any individual on their journey towards change.

Dr. Santagati's areas of special training and expertise include several clinical issues: working with individuals, couples and families who have depression, anxiety, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, interpersonal difficulties and conflict. Her approach to therapy is influenced by several theoretical backgrounds such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems, Humanistic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. You will decide in collaboration with Dr. Santagati which therapeutic approach is the right one for you!