Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Boston, MA

Are you thinking about making a change in your life, or experiencing a significant transition? Do you want to improve your relationships with others? Are anxiety or depression getting in the way of building the life you want to be living? I provide a warm, welcoming, nonjudgmental space to explore your individual history and patterns, and become closer to who you want to be. My approach is compassionate, strengths-based, and collaborative. You are the expert in your own life and I am a guide to reflect and accompany you on your journey. I help you activate skills to live in line with your values and achieve your goals.

Many people come to therapy feeling stuck or trapped in patterns of behavior or relating, and often hopeless about freeing themselves from these patterns. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and that we, therapist and client, can work together to become aware of these recurring themes, restore hope, and formulate a pathway to alter whatever is holding you back from having the life you want. This work involves sifting through the past to create the relationships, career, and life clients seek.

Vanessa Wood, LICSW, is a dedicated mental health professional with over 10 years of experience in the field. She is a graduate of Boston University and has been an active practitioner in the mental health world for more than a decade. Throughout her career, Vanessa has worked with a diverse range of populations, including adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, and older adults. Her extensive experience spans various settings, allowing her to adapt her therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.

*********ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS IN BOSTON OFFICE********** I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW). I attended the Boston University School of Social Work and have 20+ years of experience. I received training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, however I use an eclectic approach when working with my clients. I choose the skills that are most appropriate in meeting a client where he or she is at, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, supportive psychotherapy, trauma informed treatment, and spiritual counseling.

Accepting New Clients (Telehealth and In-Person). I understand the weight of anxiety and depression—the constant worry, negative self-talk, and isolation. But there's hope. I can assist you in achieving your goals of managing anxiety, boosting self-esteem, and embracing new experiences. Together, we'll identify triggers and empower you to overcome barriers in relationships or personal growth. Whether it's pursuing new opportunities, building relationships, or simply feeling good enough, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

Hi I’m Casey – I’m so glad you’re here – looking for and reaching out for help is such a big step. I work at Radiant Behavioral Health Care, LLC with adults facing various challenges and am dedicated to helping people find healing and happiness in their lives. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. Whether you are dealing with work stress, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, anxious or depressive thoughts, I am committed to walking alongside you on your path to healing.

Embracing Healing Justice (HJ) is a transformative journey towards dismantling the oppressive structures that affect our mental well-being. This framework, intricately woven with threads of racial, disability, and economic justice, empowers us to interrupt the chains of systemic oppression. My commitment lies in championing vulnerable populations, employing a person-centered, holistic and solution-focused approach. I support my clients in navigating the intricate tapestry of social identities to foster healing, resilience and transformative change.

Through my own mental health journey and experience in the world I have found a passion for helping others gain an understanding of themselves and how they function in the world. I strive to create an open, trusting, and compassionate relationship with all of my clients. My goal is to help you understand your emotions in the larger contexts of your life, give them space, and learn skills to live with them. Together, we can work to find equilibrium in those big emotions and find strengths in your challenges. My intention for each session is for you to feel lighter and more prepared for any issues or struggles that come your way.

Afreen Nizami is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 5 years experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, young adults, and adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Afreen specializes in depression, anxiety, PSTD, grief, trauma, school stress, relationship problems, and life transitions.

Hello, I'm Brian (preferred pronouns: he/him/his) and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker working as a therapist in the Boston area for over seven years. I've worked with clients across the lifespan, and am especially passionate working with millennial's (ages 18-40) who struggle with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and ADHD. I also focus on clients dealing with eco anxiety, climate anxiety, and solastalgia. My experience includes working in outpatient mental health settings such as community mental health centers, Boston Public Schools, a therapeutic day school, and as a Clinical Supervisor.

Are you tired of living life in autopilot? Are you sick of the mundane routine that has become your day to day? Do you find yourself feeling alone or unable to connect with others? Therapy offers a chance to change things up. Each is its own little safe haven designed to release difficult emotions and gain different perspectives from the one that keeps us stuck. Let me help you clear out the cobwebs of your life! My goal is to create a warm environment that fosters real human connection that leaves you feeling like you are part of something bigger than yourself.

The pandemic, political division, racial injustice, and unstable world can lead us to feel off balance, stuck, or afraid. Sometimes we can cope with this on our own, and other times friends and/or family support us. Sometimes that just isn't enough; and we need an objective, nonjudgemental person who has training in counseling to help. I have many years of experience in individual and group therapy. My approach is active, genuine, and strengths-based. It is important to note that I do not take insurance at this time.

Treatment for: Anxiety, OCD,Grief, self-esteem, relationships, transitions, with CBT, ERP, EMDR, ACT, TIST, Eclectic I have helped many clients thru a variety of treatment needs, goals, issues. I am easy to connect with and offer 20 years of excellent experience to clarify your concerns. Together we identify obstacles and thinking/ behavioral patterns which may or may not be helping. Next we explore treatment goals that you seek to achieve. My training can help you learn skills to help yourself. I offer a supportive, environment for our sessions. I have successfully worked with clients to improve many concerns brought to therapy.

Sarah Kaminshine is a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts and California who specializes in parenting struggles, relationship and communication issues, processing major life changes, depression and anxiety. Sarah has 14 years of experience in working with young children and adults in individual, group and community settings.

I specialize in work with children, adolescents, and parents, women and non-binary individuals, and adults of all ages struggling with a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and work, school, and relationship stress. I have experience with neurodivergent populations, LGBTQIA+, and various faith communities. I use a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and play and art therapies. I provide treatment from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective and am focused on empowering my clients to meet their goals and live happier, more fulfilling lives.

I believe that we all need to have a sense of purpose or meaningfulness in our lives, something that our thoughts, emotions and life experiences contribute to the "heart" of our personalities. The process of healing from the challenges of life begins with a search for truth about our beliefs, habits and relationships. Physical health is affected by our mental health through the complex interactions between the brain and bodily functions.

I know that I was put on this earth to support, and help others in their healing journey in regard to unprocessed trauma, and learning healthy life and coping skills. I will support you in how to apply these in your day to day life and/or process and heal from any unprocessed trauma. We often hold a lot of unprocessed trauma in our bodies without realizing how much of an impact it has in our interaction with our environments, and relationships. I am here to support you in improving your own self-awareness of yourself, and checking in with your mind, body, and emotions.

Hello! My name is Kristen Forgues and I am a Board-Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-BC) with 10 years of mental health experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, chronic illness, environmental illness, PTSD, sleep disorders, relationship difficulties, familial complexities and individuals undergoing difficult life transitions and/or general life stressors.

Currently NOT accepting new clients. I specialize working with adults, young adults, young professionals. I can help you work through different symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. I have helped many people with life adjustments, navigate the stress of work-life balance, interpersonal issues, family conflicts, college stress (Life in general!). To me, success looks like creating realistic goals that are achievable. My ideal client is highly motivated for change, so if any of this sounds like I am talking directly to you- bring me your story and let’s process who you are and who you want to be!