Anxiety Therapists in Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA

I aim to create a compassionate and collaborative environment where you can identify and understand patterns in their past and present, explore and foster your sense of self, and develop coping skills for managing stress, anxiety , and depression.

My approach to psychotherapy is integrative, pragmatic, and theoretically grounded in the biopsychosocial model. When assessing clients and their treatment needs, I recognize individuals are embedded within a complex web of social relationships and are influenced by larger political, economic, and environmental forces.

I provide individual and couple psychotherapy and have experience working with people who struggle with a variety of life challenges and emotional concerns including relationship issues, work and academic struggles, family difficulties, codependence, depression, anxiety , and mood disorders. My practice welcomes adults with all gender identities and diverse backgrounds. I specialize primarily in psychodynamic and psychoanalytically-oriented therapy and integrate different treatment approaches, when appropriate, to address the unique needs and concerns of each person.

Seeking help during a time of need can be an overwhelming experience. Yet, this first courageous step can lead us to finding ways to handle life's many stresses, ways that will ultimately lead to a stronger, positive sense of self.

Lenna is an international award-winning artist, art psychotherapist, licensed mental health counselor, and yoga teacher. Through an integrative holistic approach she works with clients to balance and awaken their internal healing capacity and live with greater meaning, connection, and happiness. Offering mindfulness-based art and yoga therapy in addition to CBT, DBT, and IFS, Lenna provides a space of safety, acceptance, creativity, and healing. Lenna has a range of experience working with eating disorders, anxiety , depression, burnout and stress, spirituality, and life transitions. Lenna currently offers virtual therapy services.

My therapy and coaching practice is devoted to working with competent, accomplished individuals who are seeking relief from performance anxiety (stage fright), chronic pain, anxiety , insomnia or work/life stress. My approach is pragmatic, interactive,and engaging and is based on over 30 years of professional experience as a psychotherapist, executive and performance coach, consultant, and faculty member of Harvard Medical School. Depending on what your needs/challenges are, I use a blend of hypnotherapy, coaching, cognitive and/or interpersonal/psychodynamic psychotherapy.

There is no "perfect" approach to making change, addressing life challenges, or reducing symptoms. My approach is intentionally eclectic and integrative, allowing for your unique strengths and struggles to guide our work. At the heart of my practice, is a strong appreciation for the importance of developing a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I will listen without judgment, offer feedback based on my knowledge and observations, and together, help formulate attainable goals for our work.

For 29 years I have been helping people find ways to cope with stress, depression, anxiety , and PTSD. I work with adults and seniors of many cultures, ethnicities, spiritual beliefs and sexual orientations to increase awareness/ mindfulness, develop strategies to manage emotions and thoughts, let go of limiting fears and beliefs, increase a sense of well-being, and experience the freedom to take positive action.

Hello, and welcome. I provide client-centered psychotherapy, drawing on several theoretical orientations (psychodynamic and relational approaches, as well as mindfulness and skills-based modalities) and always tailoring my approach to the specific needs of each client. I believe that the experience of being deeply understood within a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship is a foundation that supports growth, change, and healing.

**CURRENTLY OUT ON MATERNITY LEAVE** "We don't have to do all of it alone, we were never meant to." -Brené Brown. If you are considering making the decision to enter into the therapy process, you have come to the right place. I value the therapeutic relationship in my work with clients, as it is often a predictor of achieving the goals you set. I provide long-term and short-term psychotherapy with emphasis on anxiety , depression, grief/loss, life transitions, trauma, couples, family dynamics, general relational difficulties and adolescent/young adult centered challenges.

**MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL** I am a Licensed Psychologist in private practice for 20+ years. I have an office in Cambridge and Concord where I see adolescents and adults for individual psychotherapy. I practice psychodynamic therapy, with a focus on self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions and personal growth. I also work with people who want support managing anxiety and depression, loss, grief and loneliness, postpartum issues, career dilemmas, parenting and to generally improve their quality of life.

(Not currently accepting new patients) I provide consultation and psychotherapy with adolescents and adults. My expertise includes helping individuals with anxiety and mood issues in response to life stressors, relationship difficulties, and developmental concerns. I also work with parents toward more meaningful and sustaining family interactions. "Goodness of fit" is important in psychotherapy, and I integrate insight-oriented approaches, collaborative and developmental interventions, and skills-based approaches to meet your specific needs.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years experience. I consider helping people address their suffering a privilege. Learning about yourself within a therapeutic relationship can lead to a more meaningful and authentic life. I can help you with anxiety , depression, relationship struggles, parenting, divorce, sexuality, shame, acute/chronic illness, body image, grief, and change/loss/growth. I work with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds. I am fluent in Spanish and speak some Mandarin. I will help you learn to make conscious choices that will result in your feeling empowered and more grounded.

Central to the therapy process is connecting with someone with whom you can openly explore your past and present; thoughts, feelings, and wishes. As a therapist I am committed to helping you understand the important experiences and patterns that have influenced your life and begin to find openings for new insights and greater meaning. This can allow for personal growth, more fulfilling relationships, and improved coping with difficulties

I am experienced in dealing with adults, adolescents, children and families. I also do couple's counseling. I treat anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, job and career-related problems, relationship issues and reactions to situational stress.

I am a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience in higher education, community mental health, and hospital outpatient services. My approach is relational, active, and compassionate. I work with clients to increase active coping, reduce distress, and take steps that add to the quality of your life. Areas of special interest include anxiety and depression; trauma and post traumatic stress; grief and loss; relationship concerns; identity development and issues of race, class, gender, and sexuality; and veterans' experiences. In addition to my private practice, I supervise psychology doctoral students and provide outpatient psychotherapy at a local hospital.

Effective therapy creates meaningful, lasting, joyful change. As your therapist I can help you resolve the inner and outer conflicts that create pain and exhaustion. Life brings unchosen experiences. Sometimes we feel hurt, scared, or deeply alone. Sometimes what happens seems too big to manage. For 25+ years I have had the privilege of helping people learn to live as their "best self," able to manage their moods, thoughts and situations with compassion and skill, to make changes to reach their goals, and to find happiness. I have also had the honor of helping couples and families move from hurtful interactions to healthy loving relationships.

Anxiety , depression, guilt, shame, regret. Marital conflict, parent-child struggles. Alienation, isolation. These are not just words. They are real problems that don't always have easy solutions. I help clients to learn, grow, and resolve their problems -- whether big or small, simple or complicated. Those problems may include: self-defeating habits, hurtful relationship patterns, overwhelming anxiety , or debilitating depression. Want a safe place where you are appreciated and your experience is validated? I can provide it. Need interpersonal understanding and wise guidance? I can offer that, too. Want to mobilize inner resources? With my help, you can. Contact me.

It takes courage, curiosity, and commitment to engage in therapy. In my practice, I provide a safe, empathic space for people who are open to self-discovery, and motivated to make changes that can increase their sense of well-being and vitality. I work with adults (23 and older) who struggle with anxiety , depression, perinatal mood disorders, relationship issues, low self-esteem, career/academic stress, parenting support, and challenging life transitions. I also work with couples to improve, heal, or redefine their relationships.

I enjoy working creatively with clients. Whether you suffer from anxiety , problems with a loved one or you can't make a decision, I have experience in problem-solving using your strengths. I work with families, teens, and adults who are stressed and totally 'stuck.' I've lived and raised my children in Cambridge, MA and Cuba, and love the diversity of working with inter-racial and trans-national families. I also worked in Tchad. I work with college-bound adults who are balancing social needs with a heavy workload. Is therapy work? Definitely. Is there support available? Yes. In Spanish we say- vale la peña -it is worth it.