Parenting Therapists in Brookline Village, MA
Wegner also speaks to schools and organizations about the importance of managing stress and anxiety and how to shift the culture in which we parent.
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.
Wegner also speaks to schools and organizations about the importance of managing stress and anxiety and how to shift the culture in which we parent.
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. Andrew Keith is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Lexington, Arlington & the Metro West. He enjoys working with a broad range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Keith's areas of interest include depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, LGBTQ clients, addiction, emerging adulthood, identify confusion, and conflicts related to major life transitions (graduating high school or college, losses, career choice, romantic relationships, parenthood, young adulthood). Dr. Keith provides diagnostic assessments and parent consultations, as well as brief and ongoing psychotherapy.
Dr. Andrew Keith is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Lexington, Arlington & the Metro West. He enjoys working with a broad range of clients, including children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Keith's areas of interest include depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, LGBTQ clients, addiction, emerging adulthood, identify confusion, and conflicts related to major life transitions (graduating high school or college, losses, career choice, romantic relationships, parenthood, young adulthood). Dr. Keith provides diagnostic assessments and parent consultations, as well as brief and ongoing psychotherapy.
Maria Daskalopoulos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brookline Village, MA 02447
I view my role as facilitating conversations with one's self, child, parent, or spouse that are difficult to have at home.
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 create a space where people can develop curiosity about thoughts, beliefs, and ways of interacting that feel constraining and move toward more preferred ways of being.
I view my role as facilitating conversations with one's self, child, parent, or spouse that are difficult to have at home.
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 create a space where people can develop curiosity about thoughts, beliefs, and ways of interacting that feel constraining and move toward more preferred ways of being.
Andrew Seplow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline Village, MA 02447
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.
Caitlin VanSlooten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Brookline Village, MA 02447
Coming to therapy can often be a challenging decision. Knowing how to start or how to find the right therapist is key to meeting your goals. My approach is to create a safe and supportive space for individuals to engage in reflection, learning, growth, healing and empowerment. Whether you are a college student or a more seasoned adult, this process will look different for each person as everyone has had their collection of experiences that have brought them to this point. I use an eclectic, intentional and thoughtful approach tailored to each client.
Coming to therapy can often be a challenging decision. Knowing how to start or how to find the right therapist is key to meeting your goals. My approach is to create a safe and supportive space for individuals to engage in reflection, learning, growth, healing and empowerment. Whether you are a college student or a more seasoned adult, this process will look different for each person as everyone has had their collection of experiences that have brought them to this point. I use an eclectic, intentional and thoughtful approach tailored to each client.
I am a clinical psychologist in practice for over 25 years. People often look for a therapist when they are experiencing anxiety, sadness, depression, loss, or issues relating to life changes. People want to deal with relationships, school, work, family. and career issues, as well as general feelings of unhappiness. Our work together includes present problems, history, and the changes you would like to see for the future, as well as what seems to be getting in your way.
I am a clinical psychologist in practice for over 25 years. People often look for a therapist when they are experiencing anxiety, sadness, depression, loss, or issues relating to life changes. People want to deal with relationships, school, work, family. and career issues, as well as general feelings of unhappiness. Our work together includes present problems, history, and the changes you would like to see for the future, as well as what seems to be getting in your way.
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.
With sixteen years of experience working with adults of all ages, I have helped many individuals find their way through symptoms of anxiety and depression with gentleness and compassion. Often my work focuses on how we relate to ourselves and the world. By cultivating self-compasssion and challenging negative self perceptions, I believe we can begin to realize and feel our intrinsic wholeness. I also help clients to navigate interpersonal relationships and transitions, which can challenge us and impact our sense of community and our place in the world. Additionally, I focus on health, wellness and humor for psychological healing.
With sixteen years of experience working with adults of all ages, I have helped many individuals find their way through symptoms of anxiety and depression with gentleness and compassion. Often my work focuses on how we relate to ourselves and the world. By cultivating self-compasssion and challenging negative self perceptions, I believe we can begin to realize and feel our intrinsic wholeness. I also help clients to navigate interpersonal relationships and transitions, which can challenge us and impact our sense of community and our place in the world. Additionally, I focus on health, wellness and humor for psychological healing.
Katie Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline Village, MA 02447
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.
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.
Liz Sosland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline Village, MA 02447
Waitlist for new clients
We all encounter moments in our lives that test our capacity to cope, and may cause us to feel ungrounded or overwhelmed. Whether you are struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, intimacy/relationship concerns, family struggles, life transitions, or simply feel like you need a space to talk through the things weighing heavily on your mind and heart, I intend to create a safe and supportive environment to explore the issues impacting you. I offer a calm, authentic, compassionate style and use an eclectic, active, relational approach grounded in psychodynamic training.
We all encounter moments in our lives that test our capacity to cope, and may cause us to feel ungrounded or overwhelmed. Whether you are struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, intimacy/relationship concerns, family struggles, life transitions, or simply feel like you need a space to talk through the things weighing heavily on your mind and heart, I intend to create a safe and supportive environment to explore the issues impacting you. I offer a calm, authentic, compassionate style and use an eclectic, active, relational approach grounded in psychodynamic training.
Deborah Dowd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DPsa
Verified Verified
Brookline Village, MA 02447
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.
Life can be difficult. There are times when we feel overwhelmed, isolated, sad, and unsure. My focus is on helping you to feel grounded, emotionally whole, connected to others, and to build confidence in order to discover a pathway forward and live more authentically. I am skilled in tailoring treatment plans to meet your unique needs and goals, fostering a collaborative and supportive therapeutic environment. I am skilled in tailoring treatment plans to meet your unique needs and goals, fostering a collaborative and supportive therapeutic environment.
Life can be difficult. There are times when we feel overwhelmed, isolated, sad, and unsure. My focus is on helping you to feel grounded, emotionally whole, connected to others, and to build confidence in order to discover a pathway forward and live more authentically. I am skilled in tailoring treatment plans to meet your unique needs and goals, fostering a collaborative and supportive therapeutic environment. I am skilled in tailoring treatment plans to meet your unique needs and goals, fostering a collaborative and supportive therapeutic environment.
Often, we find ourselves stuck. We repeat ineffective and painful patterns of behavior, and think worrisome and self-critical thoughts. Our past creeps in and impacts our present functioning. We struggle with conflict and communication in our most important relationships. It takes courage to tell your story, whether it is your first time or you have previously engaged in therapy. It is a privilege for me to learn about, and partner with you in pursuit of your goals. I see therapy as a safe and collaborative space to explore yourself, your areas of strength and of growth, and your relationships, without judgement.
Often, we find ourselves stuck. We repeat ineffective and painful patterns of behavior, and think worrisome and self-critical thoughts. Our past creeps in and impacts our present functioning. We struggle with conflict and communication in our most important relationships. It takes courage to tell your story, whether it is your first time or you have previously engaged in therapy. It is a privilege for me to learn about, and partner with you in pursuit of your goals. I see therapy as a safe and collaborative space to explore yourself, your areas of strength and of growth, and your relationships, without judgement.
Howard Yaffe, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline Village, MA 02447
Wendy Caplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline Village, MA 02447
Not accepting new clients
Therapy can re-establish your direction in life and restore your hope. What is not working for you? Do you feel stuck between thoughts and feelings that contradict one another? I have years in clinical practice supporting people to better understand their life experiences and the feelings holding them back. I make it comfortable to talk about sensitive topics, like sexuality and difficult relationship problems. As we find recurring themes and self-defeating patterns, you will discover ways to overcome sadness, fear and other emotional obstacles. Problems, once confronted, lead to insights and new found strength, self- acceptance and freedom.
Therapy can re-establish your direction in life and restore your hope. What is not working for you? Do you feel stuck between thoughts and feelings that contradict one another? I have years in clinical practice supporting people to better understand their life experiences and the feelings holding them back. I make it comfortable to talk about sensitive topics, like sexuality and difficult relationship problems. As we find recurring themes and self-defeating patterns, you will discover ways to overcome sadness, fear and other emotional obstacles. Problems, once confronted, lead to insights and new found strength, self- acceptance and freedom.
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I have over 15 years of experience treating children under 10 and their families. I understand the intense worry and uncertainty that can come when a child is struggling—as well as the stress, exhaustion, and even guilt that results from grappling with complex parenting issues—and I’m here to help. Behavioral and emotional problems that crop up in the first decade of life are often very treatable, and taking action early can help put your child on a better path for the future. My goal is to help clients target specific problems, experience rapid, sustainable, meaningful improvement, and move forward with confidence, skill, and joy.
I have over 15 years of experience treating children under 10 and their families. I understand the intense worry and uncertainty that can come when a child is struggling—as well as the stress, exhaustion, and even guilt that results from grappling with complex parenting issues—and I’m here to help. Behavioral and emotional problems that crop up in the first decade of life are often very treatable, and taking action early can help put your child on a better path for the future. My goal is to help clients target specific problems, experience rapid, sustainable, meaningful improvement, and move forward with confidence, skill, and joy.
Parent testimony: "I recommend CPS to any family.
Being a parent can be enormously fulfilling, but can also be frustrating and overwhelming. As the mother of two children, I know firsthand that sometimes our kids can make it difficult to be the parent we always imagined we'd be. I work with parents to help them relate better to their unique child/teen, reduce challenging behavior, and build their child/teen's skills in frustration tolerance, flexibility, and problem-solving. I offer a radically different understanding of challenging kids and an effective, positive approach to parenting. Let me give you practical, concrete tools that will bring out the best in you and your child.
Parent testimony: "I recommend CPS to any family.
Being a parent can be enormously fulfilling, but can also be frustrating and overwhelming. As the mother of two children, I know firsthand that sometimes our kids can make it difficult to be the parent we always imagined we'd be. I work with parents to help them relate better to their unique child/teen, reduce challenging behavior, and build their child/teen's skills in frustration tolerance, flexibility, and problem-solving. I offer a radically different understanding of challenging kids and an effective, positive approach to parenting. Let me give you practical, concrete tools that will bring out the best in you and your child.
Dr. Margolies was trained at a Harvard teaching hospital with an Instructor appointment at Harvard Medical School. She is an interactive, skilled, conscientious, thoughtful & caring psychologist who goes the extra mile. Dr. M is engaging & real with her patients. She uses a respectful, collaborative, intuitive, & empowering approach that provides people with relevant, explicit and useful feedback removing the mystery of the process of therapy. Specialties: Interpersonal conflict, Parenting/Family issues, Teens/Young adults, Men,Midlife crises,Self-defeating patterns,Unresolved childhood trauma,High functioning autism spectrum.
Dr. Margolies was trained at a Harvard teaching hospital with an Instructor appointment at Harvard Medical School. She is an interactive, skilled, conscientious, thoughtful & caring psychologist who goes the extra mile. Dr. M is engaging & real with her patients. She uses a respectful, collaborative, intuitive, & empowering approach that provides people with relevant, explicit and useful feedback removing the mystery of the process of therapy. Specialties: Interpersonal conflict, Parenting/Family issues, Teens/Young adults, Men,Midlife crises,Self-defeating patterns,Unresolved childhood trauma,High functioning autism spectrum.
I have experience and enjoy working with clients from multiple backgrounds on a variety of issues. Whether you are managing a chronic illness, grieving someone close to you, parenting a behaviorally challenging child or teen, navigating sexuality and gender issues, struggling with your own or a loved one's addiction, or just trying to get by day to day amidst anxiety and general life stress, I'd like to help you uncover the tools that can carry your forward.
I have experience and enjoy working with clients from multiple backgrounds on a variety of issues. Whether you are managing a chronic illness, grieving someone close to you, parenting a behaviorally challenging child or teen, navigating sexuality and gender issues, struggling with your own or a loved one's addiction, or just trying to get by day to day amidst anxiety and general life stress, I'd like to help you uncover the tools that can carry your forward.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.