Child Therapists in Boston, MA

I believe counseling is a collaborative effort between therapist and client. Everyone's situation is unique, and, as such, I do not provide a "cookie cutter" approach to treatment. I have 30+ years of experience with issues of oppression, trauma, sexuality, family of origin and relationship problems. I also have extensive experience working with families struggling to find the right supports for their children . After a careful evaluation of your situation, together, we will develop a treatment plan and decide together how to proceed. I am also fluent in American Sign Language and have training in multi-cultural issues.

Seeking help can be overwhelming and takes courage; yet, it is the first step towards growth, which I will facilitate with you. I have experience working with children , adolescents and young adults in clinical and educational settings. My expertise includes anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, behavioral challenges and relationship issues. I believe we all have the ability to achieve emotional and mental well-being and will work collaboratively with you to set goals and to overcome challenges.

Early experiences shape our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world at large. Having trained to work with both children and adults, I offer a greater awareness of how these experiences have impacted people throughout their lifetimes, and how they continue to influence relationships, mood, and functioning into adulthood. At times, we all experience feeling "stuck" due to these long-held beliefs and expectations. I provide support and guidance while you learn about yourself, and where these "stuck" places have originated, so that you can move forward with greater self-awareness and self-compassion.

We all face challenges and could use extra support at times. I offer a safe non-judgmental place, where you can let go of your daily stress and focus on your needs through creative expression. Art therapy integrates psychotherapy (talk therapy) with the creative process to improve and enhance mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. No prior artistic experience is needed to benefit from the healing power of expressive art. Art is a universal language of the mind that speaks through images & symbols and allows verbal and beyond-words communication.

I am an experienced child and adolescent therapist who takes a strengths-based approach to working with clients. I believe therapy should be a space where you or your child can express yourself and know that you’ll be heard. I am a School Adjustment Counselor as well as individual therapist, and as such am very happy to collaborate with school systems in order to best meet the needs of my client. Specialties include diagnoses of depression, anxiety, PTSD and ADHD. Additionally, I have experience working with children struggling with school avoidance, behavioral concerns, safe decision making and overall social emotional wellbeing.

At Soul Sprout Mindful Care, we are dedicated to helping you and your family achieve Mental Health. We believe that Mental Health is just as important as physical health, and we treat it as such. We are committed to providing therapeutic services including individual outpatient therapy, family outpatient therapy, and couples outpatient therapy. I will work with you to develop a treatment plan, with interventions tailored specifically to your needs. We believe that you should be heard, and we take supporting you very seriously. Please note, I am not in network with Georgia insurance networks at this time.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice in Brookline, MA, as well as a staff appointment at Harvard affiliated McLean Hospital. I offer a warm, collaborative and compassionate approach utilizing evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and DBT + Prolonged Exposure for anxiety disorders and trauma. I specialize in providing individualized care to teenagers, young adults and adults who are facing emotional, behavioral, and/or relational obstacles. I have extensive experience working with children and adults in outpatient, residential and hospital settings, with expertise in treating depression, anxiety, self harm, trauma/PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder.