Female Therapists in Brookline, MA

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Christina Saltman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about providing women with the support they need throughout the lifespan in a safe, warm and collaborative environment. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents to address a range of challenges, including help with a major transition, starting/sustaining/ending a relationship, becoming a parent, growing a family, infertility, switching careers, or aging. I have expertise addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, disordered eating, and stress from work, school or interpersonal relationships. I strive to help all clients explore their emotions, develop effective coping skills, and make positive change in their lives.
(781) 549-9341
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Brookline Psychological Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Since 1986, I have specialized in working with male and female survivors of sexual abuse and trauma, as well as addiction . I am Executive Director of TakingBackOurselves. (www.takingbackourselves.org) , a resource for survivors of sexual abuse and assault dedicated to empowering survivors of sexual trauma. I work in the therapy process to provide the challenge, balance, and support for men and women to do their work with courage and dignity, with hope and a sense of humor..
(617) 932-5878 x5
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Alexandra Haney
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed psychologist treating women and girls, with a particular interest in preteens, teens, and young adults. My goal is to provide a safe, trusting, and caring environment for each of my clients. I am compassionate and encouraging and know that sometimes people need to be challenged in order to take the risks that facilitate change. I have experience working with a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, mood disorders, disordered eating, trauma, relational conflict, and general life adjustment difficulties.
(617) 934-7516
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Rivka Perlmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My practice includes men, women , couples, and families from many social backgrounds.
Many of the individuals I see want to develop a better self-image and free themselves from paralyzing doubts and uncertainties. Others want to achieve a greater sense of satisfaction in intimate relationships, gain relief from anxiety and depression, or reduce the blocks that stop them from pursuing goals and dreams. Through conversation in psychotherapy you increase clarity and understanding - - of thoughts, feelings, and actions -- and thereby gain a greater sense of realism and optimism about your future.
(617) 738-8027
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Rising Hope Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified
Verified
I have a particular and expertise interest in working with women of color, and people of color.
Life can be tough! But I think we sometimes forget our resilience when life, school, work, and family, throws us twists and turns. Sometimes, we need a little help in balancing all the demands that are placed upon us and that we place upon ourselves. Welcome to your journey to self re/discovery! You have taken a major step towards your goals even by reading this profile. As your Counselor, I see this as a collaborative process. Using a very kind, personable, authentic and non-judgmental approach, we will walk together as you discover your many hidden strengths along the way to hope and healing.
(617) 433-5207
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Yoko Hisano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Email is the best way to reach me - Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and stuck? Do you recognize unhelpful patterns in your life? If any one of these resonate with you, you are not alone. I offer therapy for high achieving women of color who are students, educators, healthcare professionals, as well as seniors and caregivers. Life can be traumatic and disorienting. To hold multiple identities can feel isolating. Together, we explore ways to cultivate grounding and calmness in your daily life, not only to survive but to thrive. This is a process that takes patience and courage but we will work together to help you feel lighter.
(857) 392-4635
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Brookline, MA 02445
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Jessica Foley
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC, PMH-C, CCMHC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I have a holistic approach for women that covers a wide range of symptoms & issues, including: working with clients who are pregnant and struggling, those having a tough transition with a new baby, or women struggling with depression or anxiety.
If you're a woman ready to get to work on making changes in your life, I'm your girl. Sometimes it's really hard for us to ask for help-especially when you're strong & independent .Therapy is a great way to reach out, learn more about yourself, and grow through any challenges you might be facing.I help women through the transition of pregnancy & early parenting, and dealing with any postpartum changes. I also help women who want to change their relationship with food and their bodies. Clients also see me for managing anxiety & depression as well!In addition to in person services, I also offer online therapy in MA, CA, CT, FL,& AZ.
(617) 877-0071
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Brookline, MA 02445
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Be Mindful and Well
PhD
We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Skin & Acne care, girls maturation, over/under weight issues; Food addiction/Nutritional concerns; Reproductive and sexual Mental health; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum challenges; Dealing with menopause challenges; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, chronic diseases.
(617) 744-7497
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Brookline, MA 02445
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Oona Metz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with women who are in transition.
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
(617) 682-9046
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Lois Glass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
My areas of expertise include working with female and male survivors of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.
Therapy can be an important aid in managing transitions, stresses, and crises. It can also provide a safe and supportive context to address longstanding struggles with depression, anxiety, or other concerns. I am a psychodynamically trained therapist who also utilizes cognitive behavioral and relational approaches. My clients describe me as attentive, supportive, and non judgemental. I view therapy as a collaboration between myself with my professional skills and training, and you with your knowledge of yourself and your desire for support and change. I am an authentic, active therapist who approaches therapy gently and directly.
(781) 990-6775
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Brookline, MA 02445
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Rachel Armstrong
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My two primary specialty groups are people with cancer and women struggling either with infertility or the postpartum period.
*Now offering telehealth sessions to residents of Massachusetts and New Hampshire* As a clinical psychologist, I help adults make meaningful changes in their life and address roadblocks that lie in their way. Whether you are struggling with issues related to relationships, illness, family, work, stress, or other life changes, I can help you find your way.
(603) 505-8270
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Jessica Buckley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I specialize in supporting and treating women through many transitions that come along throughout life - everything from school/college issues, general life stress, relationship struggles, anxiety, emotional pain secondary to reproductive challenges to postpartum anxiety and depression. I have expertise with new and veteran moms around the complexities of motherhood and the ongoing need for support. I have worked and trained in a variety of mental health settings including schools, medical hospitals, partial hospitalization, and outpatient counseling.
(857) 227-9305
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Catherine K. Seldin
PsyD, MEd
I specialize in working with women around mood concerns, relationships, and life transitions.
I'm a clinical psychologist committed to providing a supportive, healing, and engaging therapy experience. With genuine warmth, empathy, and expertise, I work with individuals in emerging adulthood through late adulthood who are motivated to grow. Together we consider emotional experiences in your past and present, identifying key struggles, strengths, and relational patterns. We explore your deepest concerns and authentic wishes. Working to navigate life transitions with growing trust and insight, we incorporate mindfulness and even humor along the way. Ultimately, our work strengthens your connection to your core intuitive voice.
(413) 359-6357
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Brookline, MA 02146
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Vicelys Huang
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Have you been feeling sad, anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Does the stressor of life seem too much to manage? Or do you just need a safe, confidential space to process life experiences? This is very common, and many individuals have similar thoughts at some point in their life. However, there is no need to struggle alone. Reaching out for help is the first step to healing. We can work together in exploring thinking patterns, emotions, and actions that can help you view the world in a more positive light and start feeling better.
(646) 859-0594
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Paula Berman
Counselor, PsyaD, CertPsy, MEd
Do you not have enough satisfaction in your life? Do you wish you were in a relationship? Are you struggling with the one you are in? Do you wish for a better career? Talking in a therapeutic environment helps people take more control of their lives, allowing them to experience a quality of life that was otherwise impossible. It is rewarding to see this type of change take place with my clients.
(617) 910-3399
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Gabriela Perez-Gil
Counselor, MA
Verified
Verified
In today's world, which is advancing at an unreachable pace, we are being invaded by information, experiences and news difficult to assimilate. In turn, bewildered in a new questioning of values that seemed to be our guide, and pushed to learn new ways of relating, we all suffer from a certain level of stress and in some cases even depression. I am psychoanalytically trained and committed to generate the environment for you to find yourself safe and comfortable to talk about everything you need. Bi Lingual-Cultural (Espanol/English)
(857) 763-1404
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Jennifer Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I believe that the therapeutic rapport is key to success. I am eclectic with my approach and draw upon cognitive, behavioral, attachment, schema approaches, and EMDR. I am client-centered and believe that each individual has the ability to create a meaningful and fulfilling life.
(339) 237-4039
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Elena A Balzac
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My goal is to work collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals, using a combination of "talk therapy", visualization techniques, relaxation, cognitive-behavioral strategies and targeted homeworks. I provide individual therapy to adults of all ages, helping people to resolve depression, anxiety, past trauma, relationship issues, and other challenges. I have specialty training in EMDR, a therapeutic intervention designed to help heal the lasting impact of trauma.
(844) 957-2892
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Judith Wilner Lawrence
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
When beginning psychotherapy, individuals often feel vulnerable and in need of a safe space in which to examine their struggles and work towards healing. With over 30 years of experience, and as a Harvard-trained psychologist, I provide such a space. I work with empathy, intellect, and humor to help clients address such diverse concerns as life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic and relational theories, and I use CBT and mindfulness techniques where appropriate to help clients understand themselves, achieve their goals, and find satisfaction in their lives.
(617) 739-1212
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Olga I. Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
As a mental health care professional, I work with individuals, couples and families in a safe and supportive environment. Difficulties such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem and ADHD are approached with professionalism, compassion and spirituality. I have worked with diverse populations, having practiced at a leading Boston area hospital for the past 16 years. I believe in people's ability to achieve a healthy and positive life experience, repair relationships and improve their quality of life. You can expect me to support you, listen attentively, and help you establish goals leading to a fulfilling life.
(617) 860-2357
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Brookline, MA 02446
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.