Self Esteem Therapists in Brookline, MA

I am a licensed mental health counselor who is passionate about helping individuals develop the skills needed for personal growth and increased self-awareness. My practice provides support to those who struggle to manage daily stressors, have difficulty coping with significant life changes, want to feel more awake and present in their lives, or struggle to change how they relate to others. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space in which you can feel supported while exploring challenges, learning healthy coping skills, and gaining increased self-awareness.

People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Whether you are looking to bolster your self-esteem, manage your depression, process trauma, or you are just seeking a space for support, I view our treatment as a vehicle to support you in better understanding yourself. Whatever may bring you into my office, together we will determine the best path forward to achieve your goals.

Whether the origin of your struggle is fuzzy or clear to you, I invite you to come begin the journey of clearing the roadblocks that have become obstacles to being your whole, joyous, and most effective self. I commit to creating a safe and sacred space for you to be yourself - to risk, receive and integrate new skills into your life to receive the outcome you seek. We are equal travelers on this planet and it is from this place where you will always be greeted by me; human first, therapist 2nd - with respect, dignity, and non-judgment always being at the center of our time together.

Clients come to therapy for a number of reasons, such as identity shifts, grief and loss, low self-esteem, immigration/acculturative stress, trauma, life transitions, relationship & family struggles, and spiritual crises. Whatever your pull to come to therapy, I acknowledge the courage it takes to participate in your healing. Through person-centered and feminist approaches, I collaborate with clients in the process of re-defining who they are that feels the most authentic to themselves. My clinical "toolbox" includes mindfulness, a trauma-informed lens, existentialism, diversity practices, and a nonjudgmental stance.

I enjoy working with adults, couples, and blended families with a wide range of challenges including: identity, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relational dynamics, limit-setting, loss, parenting, and transitions. I strive to provide a warm, safe, collaborative space to help clients explore their feelings and understand the origins of their pain/discomfort. As this occurs, new options become available for living a more engaged and satisfying life.

Something isn’t working. Maybe nothing is working. Do you ever ask: “Is this what life comes down to?” Do you worry it’s too late to change, that mistakes or injustices cannot be undone? Worst are the times you feel the best option is to settle for the fleeting comfort of familiar ways because cold comfort is better than no comfort. I treat many people who worked hard to achieve a picture of success but struggle privately with relationship issues, self-esteem, problems with mood, or the effects of past trauma. Some have tried therapy or self-help, but it wasn’t personalized enough, the right time, or the right approach.

Are you burdened by worrisome thoughts, feelings or behaviors? Are you entangled in relationship patterns that trouble you and hold you back? Therapy can provide a safe, collaborative space to share and examine your most sensitive problems. Together we can think deeply about how you've come to be who you are, including how you tend to view yourself and relate to others. My approach is compassionate and genuine, gently challenging, and sometimes humorous. Over time my patients find that change becomes possible and there is opportunity for new choices and new beginnings.

I am currently accepting new clients! Do you find yourself often feeling sad or anxious? Do you worry about your child? Do you wish you could be your best self? With over fourteen years of clinical experience, my style is fluid and catered to best suit the concerns and experience of my clients. I have worked with clients aged 3-93 in the context of individual, couples, and family therapy. I offer a goal-oriented and strength-based approach and incorporate CBT, art/narrative therapy, interpersonal therapy, solution-focused therapy, and play therapy depending on needs and preferences of each client.

The hardest step to take can be simply acknowledging when things have become a bit overwhelming or difficult to manage on your own. Many people benefit tremendously from psychotherapeutic treatment. If you or someone you know is having problems with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, work-life balance, a history of trauma or abuse, grief/loss of a loved one, religious or spiritual concerns, or other emotional or behavioral issues, you may find therapy helpful. My goal is to form a collaborative relationship with you that focuses on your needs, and restores meaningfulness and purpose back into your life.

The decision to begin therapy, with all of it’s exciting possibilities for growth, is often made during a complicated or difficult time. I approach therapy from a solution focused lens. We will work together to help you take control of your life, by understanding the patterns that have been developed to manage uncomfortable feelings that have been firmly rooted from the past. We will work together to recognize your strengths, develop self-esteem, and strengthen relationships. Through a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies we will create change.

My ideal client recognizes the desire for change and support as they face challenges with anxiety, self esteem and a general lack of confidence. They generally reach out to me because they want to be free from suffering and negative self talk. These negative association have been rooted in past traumas and clients become released from their distress and with a more empowered sense of self.

I specialize in working with motivated young professionals who want to to improve their relationships, manage stress, and navigate life transitions. Many of my clients identify as high-achievers who are looking for ways to reduce anxiety and increase balance in their lives. Whether it is feelings of uncertainty about a future career path, struggles with self-esteem and perfectionism, or adjusting to a new medical diagnosis or chronic illness, I partner with my clients to identify goals and create a path forward.

While specializing in men's issues, anger management, and adolescent populations, I also work individually with women dealing with anxiety, loss and relationship issues. With an emphasis on strengthening relationships and self-esteem, therapy is designed for people searching for a more balanced approach to working through change. I offer family therapy, have extended success connecting with male and female adolescence whose behaviors have been labeled oppositional or explosive, and work with parents/families who struggle with how to relate and communicate with their teenager and each other.