Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Brookline, MA

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).

My approach to working with clients starts with treating people with respect, professionalism, and compassion. I come from a clinical background of work in community mental health clinics, private counseling centers, and college counseling settings. I work with adult individuals experiencing a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, "personality disorders", PTSD, complex trauma, relational and anger problems, marital distress, and more. I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield only, and for people wishing not to use insurance, I offer a sliding fee scale if needed. For military and families, I am an giveanhour.org provider. I no longer accept Medicare insurances.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and work with children, adolescents and adults in individual therapy and with couples from diverse backgrounds. I work with clients coping with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, stress and relationships, trauma/post-traumatic stress, grief and loss, life transitions, anger management and chronic and acute health issues. I have confidence in the value of insight oriented / psychodynamic therapy. I integrate a humanistic, relational therapeutic approach with evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT ), mindfulness, solution focused and strength based therapy.

My intention in therapy is to meet the uniqueness of the individual and create a relationship and therapy that supports his or her distinct process. I am an integrative therapist and believe in empowering individuals from the inside out. I blend traditional talk-therapy with body-based interventions and skill-building. My work is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and yoga therapy. In this work, clients deepen their awareness of themselves, develop tools and skills, and become resourced by their own strengths and abilities.

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.