Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Brookline Village, MA
Thank you for visiting my profile. I hope you find it helpful. Choosing the 'right' therapist for you is so important and my goal is to provide you with a safe place to share and navigate whatever is on your mind. Life can be challenging and deeply painful and sometimes it throws us curve balls. We may find ourselves in unexpected places - places where we may feel vulnerable, confused and alone. Meaningful human connection is at the heart of emotional well being. I will work with you in a non-judgmental, compassionate, and transparent way to create a trusting and meaningful theraputic relationship .
Thank you for visiting my profile. I hope you find it helpful. Choosing the 'right' therapist for you is so important and my goal is to provide you with a safe place to share and navigate whatever is on your mind. Life can be challenging and deeply painful and sometimes it throws us curve balls. We may find ourselves in unexpected places - places where we may feel vulnerable, confused and alone. Meaningful human connection is at the heart of emotional well being. I will work with you in a non-judgmental, compassionate, and transparent way to create a trusting and meaningful theraputic relationship .
depression anxiety/ relationship and marital difficulties/ work and school stress / parental concerns / child and adolescent problems /addictions/substance abuse/ self-understanding
Talk, still the Best Medicine. I'm here for whom is looking for individualized, affordable psychotherapy for self understanding. I would be pleased to see you via phone or Zoom until offices are open again. To schedule an initial meeting, please contact me via email.
depression anxiety/ relationship and marital difficulties/ work and school stress / parental concerns / child and adolescent problems /addictions/substance abuse/ self-understanding
Talk, still the Best Medicine. I'm here for whom is looking for individualized, affordable psychotherapy for self understanding. I would be pleased to see you via phone or Zoom until offices are open again. To schedule an initial meeting, please contact me via email.
I have specific expertise working with couples and families, particularly those experiencing high conflict dynamics and/or divorce, children and adolescents, individuals impacted by trauma/complex trauma, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Often, we find ourselves stuck. We repeat ineffective and painful patterns, think worrisome and self-critical thoughts, or struggle with communication and conflict in our most important relationships. Our past creeps in and shapes how we relate to ourselves and others. I believe our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors make sense in the context of our lived experiences. Understanding our patterns creates the opportunity for meaningful change. It takes courage to tell your story, whether this is your first time in therapy or you are returning. It is a privilege to learn about you and partner with you in pursuit of your goals.
I have specific expertise working with couples and families, particularly those experiencing high conflict dynamics and/or divorce, children and adolescents, individuals impacted by trauma/complex trauma, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Often, we find ourselves stuck. We repeat ineffective and painful patterns, think worrisome and self-critical thoughts, or struggle with communication and conflict in our most important relationships. Our past creeps in and shapes how we relate to ourselves and others. I believe our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors make sense in the context of our lived experiences. Understanding our patterns creates the opportunity for meaningful change. It takes courage to tell your story, whether this is your first time in therapy or you are returning. It is a privilege to learn about you and partner with you in pursuit of your goals.
Whether working with children, teens, adults, or families, I believe that most problems -and their solutions- are best understood in the context of relationships.
I view my role as facilitating conversations with one's self, child, parent, or partner that are difficult to have at home. My style is interactive and collaborative. I use a variety of approaches including systems theory, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, narrative, and structural family therapy.
Whether working with children, teens, adults, or families, I believe that most problems -and their solutions- are best understood in the context of relationships.
I view my role as facilitating conversations with one's self, child, parent, or partner that are difficult to have at home. My style is interactive and collaborative. I use a variety of approaches including systems theory, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, narrative, and structural family therapy.
ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS. 20 Years experience at Harvard Medical School/ synthesis of psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, behavioral therapy. See www.drheidithermenos.com I have synthesized into a coherent therapy style what I feel are the most effective elements of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral therapies. My work in cognitive neuroscience (studying the effects of cognitive remediation on the brain) also influences the work. I tailor my approach based on your goals, symptoms, cognitive style and phase of the therapy.
ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS. 20 Years experience at Harvard Medical School/ synthesis of psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, behavioral therapy. See www.drheidithermenos.com I have synthesized into a coherent therapy style what I feel are the most effective elements of psychodynamic, humanistic and behavioral therapies. My work in cognitive neuroscience (studying the effects of cognitive remediation on the brain) also influences the work. I tailor my approach based on your goals, symptoms, cognitive style and phase of the therapy.
Behavioral Medicine is an interdisciplinary field that utilizes behavioral health techniques (CBT, relaxation, hypnosis, biofeedback, mindfulness meditation, and others) to treat various medical and behavioral health conditions. It primarily targets the treatment of medical conditions that are exacerbated by stress and other psychological factors, such as: hypertension, diabetes, IBS, migraine headaches, TMJ, skin disorders, sexual disorders, and others. Behavioral Medicine specializes in treating conditions associated with habits and lifestyle, such as: insomnia, obesity, smoking. Behavioral Medicine interventions can be applied to the treatment of common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD, among others.
Behavioral Medicine is an interdisciplinary field that utilizes behavioral health techniques (CBT, relaxation, hypnosis, biofeedback, mindfulness meditation, and others) to treat various medical and behavioral health conditions. It primarily targets the treatment of medical conditions that are exacerbated by stress and other psychological factors, such as: hypertension, diabetes, IBS, migraine headaches, TMJ, skin disorders, sexual disorders, and others. Behavioral Medicine specializes in treating conditions associated with habits and lifestyle, such as: insomnia, obesity, smoking. Behavioral Medicine interventions can be applied to the treatment of common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD, among others.
He enjoys working with a broad range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults.
In addition to his private practice, Dr. Keith is the lead Psychologist at Arlington Youth Counseling Center. He is a former staff member of the Brookline Community Mental Health Center (2014-2018).
He enjoys working with a broad range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults.
In addition to his private practice, Dr. Keith is the lead Psychologist at Arlington Youth Counseling Center. He is a former staff member of the Brookline Community Mental Health Center (2014-2018).
I work with teens, college students and adults who are the midst of change and navigating major adjustments in life.
Expanding hours mid September!
Getting through the day to day in the intensity of the world we live in can be a feat in itself. Now more than ever, it may seem that the nonstop cycle of news, notifications and pressures can feel overstimulating. Combine that with the typical transitions in life, such as changing jobs, school stress, adjusting to a new phase from perinatal period or change in relationship status. You may notice unhelpful patterns, difficult emotions, and unexpected challenges becoming more overwhelming and are now seeking to take a step in establishing your grounding, control and calm.
I work with teens, college students and adults who are the midst of change and navigating major adjustments in life.
Expanding hours mid September!
Getting through the day to day in the intensity of the world we live in can be a feat in itself. Now more than ever, it may seem that the nonstop cycle of news, notifications and pressures can feel overstimulating. Combine that with the typical transitions in life, such as changing jobs, school stress, adjusting to a new phase from perinatal period or change in relationship status. You may notice unhelpful patterns, difficult emotions, and unexpected challenges becoming more overwhelming and are now seeking to take a step in establishing your grounding, control and calm.
With over a decade of experience in Outpatient Psychiatric clinics, I have witnessed the human capacity to change and adapt to the challenges life delivers. In therapy, my role is to help clients determine their own path through a crisis, develop skills to manage difficult emotions, and support their overall well being. I strive to help clients see more clearly what their needs are and identify coping strategies to meet them. I tailor my approach to match what my clients need, and have extensive training in present-focused, evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT and ACT).
With over a decade of experience in Outpatient Psychiatric clinics, I have witnessed the human capacity to change and adapt to the challenges life delivers. In therapy, my role is to help clients determine their own path through a crisis, develop skills to manage difficult emotions, and support their overall well being. I strive to help clients see more clearly what their needs are and identify coping strategies to meet them. I tailor my approach to match what my clients need, and have extensive training in present-focused, evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT and ACT).
Growing up in Boston and spending my formative years in Haiti shaped my appreciation for different perspectives and life experiences. I support adults navigating stress, major transitions, and difficult seasons of life. My approach is practical and collaborative: we identify the challenges affecting your daily life, break larger concerns into manageable steps, and develop strategies you can use outside of sessions. Together, we work toward greater clarity, healthier routines, and steady progress.
Growing up in Boston and spending my formative years in Haiti shaped my appreciation for different perspectives and life experiences. I support adults navigating stress, major transitions, and difficult seasons of life. My approach is practical and collaborative: we identify the challenges affecting your daily life, break larger concerns into manageable steps, and develop strategies you can use outside of sessions. Together, we work toward greater clarity, healthier routines, and steady progress.
Dr. Wegner is a Clinical Health Psychologist who specializes on the impact of stress on kids, parents, and families, leading her to treat, teach, write, and speak on these issues. She is a Supervising Clinical Psychologist at Boston Behavioral Medicine and a Lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Education in Human Development and Psychology. Dr. Wegner regularly publishes on large, mainstream media outlets. She is an expert for NBC News’ parenting website (www.parentoolkit.com/expert/dr-bobbi-wegner) and a blogger for Psychology Today (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/perfectly-imperfect-parenting), among others.
Dr. Wegner is a Clinical Health Psychologist who specializes on the impact of stress on kids, parents, and families, leading her to treat, teach, write, and speak on these issues. She is a Supervising Clinical Psychologist at Boston Behavioral Medicine and a Lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Education in Human Development and Psychology. Dr. Wegner regularly publishes on large, mainstream media outlets. She is an expert for NBC News’ parenting website (www.parentoolkit.com/expert/dr-bobbi-wegner) and a blogger for Psychology Today (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/perfectly-imperfect-parenting), among others.
I often work with young adults, neurodivergent folx, and LGBTQIA+ clients who may have a history of emotional abuse and struggle with low self-esteem, self-criticism and co-dependency. Clients I work with are often interested in building more self-compassion and intimacy in their relationships, but don’t know where to start. I work best with individuals who see the value in sometimes setting aside their story to go a little deeper into what the body is directly expressing. My practice is rooted in an anti-oppressive framework that takes into consideration my client's intersecting identities and the impact of larger social systems.
I often work with young adults, neurodivergent folx, and LGBTQIA+ clients who may have a history of emotional abuse and struggle with low self-esteem, self-criticism and co-dependency. Clients I work with are often interested in building more self-compassion and intimacy in their relationships, but don’t know where to start. I work best with individuals who see the value in sometimes setting aside their story to go a little deeper into what the body is directly expressing. My practice is rooted in an anti-oppressive framework that takes into consideration my client's intersecting identities and the impact of larger social systems.
Psychotherapy allows us to more deeply understand ourselves and our relationships. We can learn to move away from old patterns that can keep us stuck in life, shifting us into healthier, more fulfilling ones.
Psychotherapy allows us to more deeply understand ourselves and our relationships. We can learn to move away from old patterns that can keep us stuck in life, shifting us into healthier, more fulfilling ones.
Therapy can be many things. It often starts as support during a crisis and move towards exploration of the underlying factors that maintain unhappiness, anxiety, or maladaptive coping behaviors.
Therapy can be many things. It often starts as support during a crisis and move towards exploration of the underlying factors that maintain unhappiness, anxiety, or maladaptive coping behaviors.
Therapy is about seeking balance and asking questions and looking for answers. Finding a balance between what we feel and what we know and a balance between the quicker emotional side of our mind and the more considered rational side are part of the process. Whether the questions are around interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, parenting, or career and motivation the answers will come only with this balance.
My approach to therapy is about solving problems based on a relational and collaborative approach offering a supportive and sympathetic ear balanced with reality and solutions.
Therapy is about seeking balance and asking questions and looking for answers. Finding a balance between what we feel and what we know and a balance between the quicker emotional side of our mind and the more considered rational side are part of the process. Whether the questions are around interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, parenting, or career and motivation the answers will come only with this balance.
My approach to therapy is about solving problems based on a relational and collaborative approach offering a supportive and sympathetic ear balanced with reality and solutions.
My approach to treatment is to create a space that is supportive and empathetic so that the client will be in a place to build rapport, explore issues that are interfering with their quality of life, and develop a better sense of goals and the means to reach them. I operate from a Strength-based and Cognitive-behavioral therapy lens with elements of other modalities.
My approach to treatment is to create a space that is supportive and empathetic so that the client will be in a place to build rapport, explore issues that are interfering with their quality of life, and develop a better sense of goals and the means to reach them. I operate from a Strength-based and Cognitive-behavioral therapy lens with elements of other modalities.
At Leek Therapy, Jillian works with teens, young adults, and adolescents navigating emotional and behavioral challenges.
Jillian specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, emotional regulation, and behavioral challenges among teens, young adults, and adolescents. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and SMART to provide individualized, trauma-informed care.
At Leek Therapy, Jillian works with teens, young adults, and adolescents navigating emotional and behavioral challenges.
Jillian specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, emotional regulation, and behavioral challenges among teens, young adults, and adolescents. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and SMART to provide individualized, trauma-informed care.
First and foremost, I am concerned with understanding the full person with whom I am sitting, and not solely their problems or symptoms. This stance stems from a belief that without such careful attention to a person's full scope, the issues people seek help for are often not adequately resolved. Clients who are willing to attempt a process of reflection, dialogue, and practice have typically found my office a safe and useful space to work through their dilemmas and concerns.
First and foremost, I am concerned with understanding the full person with whom I am sitting, and not solely their problems or symptoms. This stance stems from a belief that without such careful attention to a person's full scope, the issues people seek help for are often not adequately resolved. Clients who are willing to attempt a process of reflection, dialogue, and practice have typically found my office a safe and useful space to work through their dilemmas and concerns.
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I have been in practice for seven years helping teens, adults, seniors and couples work through a variety of personal issues and transitions.
I'm a person-centered and EFT (Emotionally Focused) therapist who believes in the capacity for growth and change through empowerment, support and collaboration.
Therapy is not a one size fits all therefore, my approach is considered eclectic and tailored towards those I work with. I draw from a number of modalities utilizing aspects that will work best with the individual sitting in front of me. I specialize in fostering healthy communication both spoken and unspoken with individuals and couples. I teach people to both hear and listen while rebuilding emotional safety in relationships. I am also an ENM/CNM friendly therapist.
I have been in practice for seven years helping teens, adults, seniors and couples work through a variety of personal issues and transitions.
I'm a person-centered and EFT (Emotionally Focused) therapist who believes in the capacity for growth and change through empowerment, support and collaboration.
Therapy is not a one size fits all therefore, my approach is considered eclectic and tailored towards those I work with. I draw from a number of modalities utilizing aspects that will work best with the individual sitting in front of me. I specialize in fostering healthy communication both spoken and unspoken with individuals and couples. I teach people to both hear and listen while rebuilding emotional safety in relationships. I am also an ENM/CNM friendly therapist.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.