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Heidi Schliesske
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02109
Special client groups include transition-aged adults, people affected by adoption, ADHD, and parent coaching.
**Updated March 1, 2024: I have availability for in-person sessions. I do not have openings before 9am or after 4pm at this time.** I have over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked in a broad range of mental health settings, including traditional outpatient and also acute psychiatric settings providing individual therapy to kids, adults, and families, and clinical supervision and training to staff and trainees. I work with clients of all ages, and across cultures. I also provide clinical supervision and consultation services. My approach is collaborative, client-centered and strengths based.
Special client groups include transition-aged adults, people affected by adoption, ADHD, and parent coaching.
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(857) 254-8544 View (857) 254-8544
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Lisa A Sullivan
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC, CBIS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury, Children and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am a clinical therapist licensed in Massachusetts for 26 years as a clinical psychotherapist. I provide telehealth and in person therapy. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including Trauma, Anxiety. Addiction, developmental disability, Autism, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, Parenting skills, OCD, Brain Injury, Children and Adolescents Therapy, Behavioral Management, Substance abuse, Dysmorphia and couple's therapy. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
(508) 388-5709 View (508) 388-5709
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SonderMind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02129
Alison is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of experience. Areas of specialty include anxiety/stress, depression, executive functioning disorders, couple/family/peer issues, conflict resolution, trauma response and coping with medical concerns. Her style is strength-based and collaborative with a goal of identifying areas of concern and working together to develop a solution-focused plan to achieve measurable and sustainable progress. Alison received her doctoral training and Master's Degree at Boston College and completed a fellowship at Harvard. She is committed to multi-disciplinary integrated care.
Alison is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of experience. Areas of specialty include anxiety/stress, depression, executive functioning disorders, couple/family/peer issues, conflict resolution, trauma response and coping with medical concerns. Her style is strength-based and collaborative with a goal of identifying areas of concern and working together to develop a solution-focused plan to achieve measurable and sustainable progress. Alison received her doctoral training and Master's Degree at Boston College and completed a fellowship at Harvard. She is committed to multi-disciplinary integrated care.
(617) 539-2443 View (617) 539-2443
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
PhD, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(857) 574-4741 View (857) 574-4741
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Aaliyah Joy Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Do you find your self struggling in a transition period with life involving depression, anxiety and boundary setting ? Change and forgiveness go hand and hand. I will walk with you on this journey so you can gain the tools needed to attain the goals you set for yourself.
Do you find your self struggling in a transition period with life involving depression, anxiety and boundary setting ? Change and forgiveness go hand and hand. I will walk with you on this journey so you can gain the tools needed to attain the goals you set for yourself.
(862) 212-1243 View (862) 212-1243
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Maria Droste Counseling Services
Counselor, LMFT, LMHC, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer our services to individuals, children, families, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides affordable mental health and holistic therapies. Services are in person and teletherapy throughout the State of Massachusetts
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer our services to individuals, children, families, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides affordable mental health and holistic therapies. Services are in person and teletherapy throughout the State of Massachusetts
(617) 676-2352 View (617) 676-2352
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Anna Svetchnikov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, LSWA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02134  (Online Only)
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
(339) 229-6995 View (339) 229-6995
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02103  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, body image, relationship issues, self esteem, and more. I help clients facing work, academic stress and anxieties around social and life demands. My approach is to provide guidance and resources to develop effective coping skills, build resiliency and enhance distress tolerance while developing strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, body image, relationship issues, self esteem, and more. I help clients facing work, academic stress and anxieties around social and life demands. My approach is to provide guidance and resources to develop effective coping skills, build resiliency and enhance distress tolerance while developing strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
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Carol Stearn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101  (Online Only)
I offer individual telehealth therapy, through a user-friendly, HIPAA compliant platform to adults and seniors. I accept Medicare, most commercial insurancesand out-of-pocket payment. I have more than 19 years of experience collaborating with clients to successfully address a variety of behavioral, relationship and challenging life issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, life transitions, substance abuse and infidelity. I utilize a number of therapeutic modalities, depending on the issue to be addressed, including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, self psychology, motivational interviewing and EMDR.
I offer individual telehealth therapy, through a user-friendly, HIPAA compliant platform to adults and seniors. I accept Medicare, most commercial insurancesand out-of-pocket payment. I have more than 19 years of experience collaborating with clients to successfully address a variety of behavioral, relationship and challenging life issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, life transitions, substance abuse and infidelity. I utilize a number of therapeutic modalities, depending on the issue to be addressed, including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, self psychology, motivational interviewing and EMDR.
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Nantucket Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02102  (Online Only)
It has not been an easy step for you to come to counseling. It may take months, or even years, to get up the courage to call for an appointment. For many, coming to counseling can feel both frightening and yet a relief. I do not have a waiting list, and can get you in to see me fairly quickly. My unique style is to educate, motivate and inspire you, providing a solid foundation for a healthy life. I am a down to earth, "regular" person with a style that puts most people at ease. I also now offer hourly supervisory services to masters level students in a social work or mental health counseling programs.
It has not been an easy step for you to come to counseling. It may take months, or even years, to get up the courage to call for an appointment. For many, coming to counseling can feel both frightening and yet a relief. I do not have a waiting list, and can get you in to see me fairly quickly. My unique style is to educate, motivate and inspire you, providing a solid foundation for a healthy life. I am a down to earth, "regular" person with a style that puts most people at ease. I also now offer hourly supervisory services to masters level students in a social work or mental health counseling programs.
(508) 348-7203 View (508) 348-7203
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Chris Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115
Accepting new clients ...Beginning to build a strong rapport begins w/ our initial conversation, allowing for open dialogue. I aim to be as authentic, supportive, and direct as possible; helping you, you and your partner, children, and/or parents, to work on the obstacles standing in the way of reaching your goals. Sometimes this means experiencing an accepting and validating environment or an opportunity to feel safe communicating with your family. My approach depends on your goals for our work together and what degree of challenge you feel ready for. Conflict or connection, I am here to support you.
Accepting new clients ...Beginning to build a strong rapport begins w/ our initial conversation, allowing for open dialogue. I aim to be as authentic, supportive, and direct as possible; helping you, you and your partner, children, and/or parents, to work on the obstacles standing in the way of reaching your goals. Sometimes this means experiencing an accepting and validating environment or an opportunity to feel safe communicating with your family. My approach depends on your goals for our work together and what degree of challenge you feel ready for. Conflict or connection, I am here to support you.
(857) 626-0176 View (857) 626-0176
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Psychotherapy Consultation LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, SIFI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02127  (Online Only)
I’m Yurilka Hernandez founder of Psychotherapy & Consultation Group Services PLLC , a licensed clinical Therapist based in New York & Massachusetts. I truly care about my patients’ well-being and guarantee top of the line counseling and psychotherapy services catered to their needs. Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help them through all their obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.
I’m Yurilka Hernandez founder of Psychotherapy & Consultation Group Services PLLC , a licensed clinical Therapist based in New York & Massachusetts. I truly care about my patients’ well-being and guarantee top of the line counseling and psychotherapy services catered to their needs. Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help them through all their obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.
(929) 209-6305 View (929) 209-6305
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Serenity Now Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02103
* WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILTY FOR NEW CLIENTS (VIRTUAL & IN PERSON) IN OUR NEW MELROSE, MA LOCATIONI! ADOLESCENT GROUP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! *
* WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILTY FOR NEW CLIENTS (VIRTUAL & IN PERSON) IN OUR NEW MELROSE, MA LOCATIONI! ADOLESCENT GROUP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! *
(978) 464-8154 View (978) 464-8154
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Damien Alexander Beauchemin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
For over a decade, I've supported a variety of clients from different backgrounds and communities. I've firsthand experience with the foster care system and am a member of the LGBTQ+ community. I'm also a giant nerd and love a lot of the quirky and weird things many members more on the fringe of culture hold close to their hearts. I bring a lot of humor into my sessions because sometimes you need to be able to laugh at the dark to take the sting away. I love to work with clients with similar backgrounds, or simply anyone who can look at the brighter side, or at least the irony that comes with life on this odd little world.
For over a decade, I've supported a variety of clients from different backgrounds and communities. I've firsthand experience with the foster care system and am a member of the LGBTQ+ community. I'm also a giant nerd and love a lot of the quirky and weird things many members more on the fringe of culture hold close to their hearts. I bring a lot of humor into my sessions because sometimes you need to be able to laugh at the dark to take the sting away. I love to work with clients with similar backgrounds, or simply anyone who can look at the brighter side, or at least the irony that comes with life on this odd little world.
(707) 874-5405 View (707) 874-5405
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Cindy Faria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115
Not accepting new clients
My apologies, practice is full! The universal human need and desire to seek and attain healthy relationships, joy, purpose, acceptance, peace, love, fearlessness (the list goes on...) is a journey that should not be traveled alone. As your therapist, I would like to offer you the ability to have a second set of footsteps traveling along with you as you explore, accept, challenge, change, heal and cope with the unexpected directions life has and will inevitably take you. I work as an individual and couples therapist with all populations and I presently focus my practice on adolescents and adults.
My apologies, practice is full! The universal human need and desire to seek and attain healthy relationships, joy, purpose, acceptance, peace, love, fearlessness (the list goes on...) is a journey that should not be traveled alone. As your therapist, I would like to offer you the ability to have a second set of footsteps traveling along with you as you explore, accept, challenge, change, heal and cope with the unexpected directions life has and will inevitably take you. I work as an individual and couples therapist with all populations and I presently focus my practice on adolescents and adults.
(857) 228-5757 View (857) 228-5757
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Sabrina A. Rodrigues
MS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02127  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Agenda Full! Hi! Congratulations on taking the first step in seeking help, for yourself or even a loved one, if you are a caregiver or maybe a worried parent! I am a Bilingual (Falo e acompanho em português!) Masters level Educational, Developmental and Counseling Therapist, licensed in Portugal as a Member of the Order of Portuguese Psychologists. I am a graduate of the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest European Universities and I work with clients in the USA and Portugal.
Agenda Full! Hi! Congratulations on taking the first step in seeking help, for yourself or even a loved one, if you are a caregiver or maybe a worried parent! I am a Bilingual (Falo e acompanho em português!) Masters level Educational, Developmental and Counseling Therapist, licensed in Portugal as a Member of the Order of Portuguese Psychologists. I am a graduate of the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest European Universities and I work with clients in the USA and Portugal.
(508) 286-7675 View (508) 286-7675
Na Na
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, NA
Not Verified Not Verified
Boston, MA 02199
Not accepting new clients
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Lisa A Gray
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141  (Online Only)
I am Licensed in MA & RI and I work with all people who identify first and foremost as being human, and who are imperfect by nature even if this is hard to admit to self and others; adults, couples, children, teens and their families. My approach is unique in that it involves individual self exploration and discovery rather than diagnosis and treatment plans. My work is based on relationship building which always begins with the relationship with self. My work with children and teens has a strong family component since improving these family of origin relationships supports life long wellness in all members of the family.
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC
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Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
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Theodore Chelmow
Counselor, PhD, MEd MA, LMHC
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Providing Massachusetts statewide services. Mental health issues are at an all time high. It's ok to ask for help. Please don't struggle alone. Dr. Chelmow has > 30 years in the mental health field - focusing on work, family, education, financial & social problems to quickly help reduce anxiety, depression, family issues & substance abuse. He has worked as a business executive & in governance. He has taught at Harvard Medical School, the University of Massachusetts, Cambridge College & Springfield College & written many articles on health care. He provides training to business on difficult work situations, stigma & multiculturalism.
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ADHD Therapists

When should I seek treatment for ADHD?

You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.

How does treatment for ADHD work?

Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.

Are there specific medications for ADHD?

Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.

How long does treatment for ADHD take?

It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.