Therapists in Riverside, Cambridge, MA

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Using evidence-based treatments, I aim to help clients understand the impact of their stressful and traumatic experiences and reduce their associated symptoms. I also have experience treating social anxiety, phobias, and panic disorder. Treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT; including exposure therapy), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Prolonged Exposure (PE).

I believe we are ever evolving, discovering new parts of ourselves, facing challenges, confronting stress, or adjusting to new situations--- it is part of the human condition. At times these demands are too much or too complicated to manage alone. I provide client-centered psychotherapy and consultation service for children and adults. My expertise includes helping individuals with anxiety, depressed mood, stressful life situations, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life situations. I'm grounded in developmental, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and systems theories, my approach is client-centered, practical and strengths-based.

As a classically trained psychologist, I view my work as a blend of art and science. My patients are generally competent, loving people who are struggling with painful issues related to relationships, sexuality, life changes, work and other stressful situations. Many also suffer from situational or long-standing feelings of depression, anxiety or inadequacy. All are motivated to make meaningful change. My style is open, relational, and collaborative, and my approach is based on decades of experience and a fundamental understanding that no two people are alike. Therapy focuses on both on symptom relief and personal growth.

After several years in the field, I cannot explain how inspired I am by the many individuals and stories I have encountered. When I think of counseling, I think of several things: listening, developing a true connection, skill-building, productive honesty, and even celebrating the possibility of not needing counseling anymore. My therapeutic approach is comprised of these several aspects, along with moments of light-hearted humor.

Many of us face overwhelming changes and are looking for a place to sort through it all. You may seek to deepen insight, heal, and make meaning of your challenges. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, a major life transition, or difficulties in your relationships. You may also have lived with trauma or chronic illness and wish to have a space that's safe and free of judgment in order to process your experiences and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and understanding.

For me, becoming a therapist required a commitment to my own growth and healing. This, I think, is the most important thing to know about me. Through the process you are about to engage in, I found work that engages me and allows me to feel more myself. Whether you struggle with existential angst, relational tension, depression, anxiety or the trials of life transition, I will collaborate with you to figure out the best way through...for YOU. Training in the theory and practice of social work, psychoanalysis and yoga inform my approach with individuals and couples.

Often people who come to therapy have already been struggling for some time: a feeling or way of thinking, relationship concerns, feeling overloaded with work or school, a particular loss or trauma, or just a general sense that something is wrong. You may know what you need, or may be unsure if psychotherapy can help at all. This is where therapy begins. I will work with you to develop a plan of action; if we can't come up with a plan that works for you within our first few meetings, I will connect you with someone who can.

My purpose is to help individuals and groups become empowered to emerge as better versions of themselves, who are better able to reach their own goals. Healing and growth takes place in a safe and secure environment where we can cooperatively seek to understand your challenges and who you are in relation to them. I work well with adolescents, emerging adults, and established yet struggling adults.

Do you need help getting unstuck? Do you feel paralyzed by mental noise you can't seem to shake. Maybe you feel life is missing something but you can't figure out what. If you're struggling with uncertainty, the endless cycle of "what ifs" or persistent feelings of fear, doubt, and anxiety, I want you to know that there's a better way. While the decision to seek treatment can be daunting, it opens the door to self-preservation and getting your life back. Using proven techniques, we work to change the relationship we have with these thoughts while improving your sense of self and inner wholeness.

At this time, I am not accepting new clients because my schedule is full. Please check back periodically to see if this message has changed. Thank you and be well. I offer support and guidance to empower the individual to overcome obstacles to success and improve quality of life by becoming more actively involved in pursuing life goals and making best choices even in the face of adversity.

There is a misconception that therapy is a place to seek advice, or vent to a therapist who sits passively, nodding with tacit understanding. Instead, imagine a therapy that makes no attempt to reduce symptoms, but achieves symptom reduction as a by-product. The more time and energy we spend trying to control, avoid, or get rid of unwanted private experiences the more we are likely to suffer psychologically in the long term. Therapy can support mindful action and direction which can then create a more meaningful life, even in the presence of pain.

*I REGRET THAT I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME* As a psychodynamic psychologist, I approach the therapeutic relationship as a powerful medium for exploring and reworking longstanding problematic relationship patterns. At the same time, I am committed to working flexibly and pragmatically, and frequently draw upon cognitive-behavioral, cultural, and neuropsychological perspectives relevant for individual clients. I am committed to addressing issues of class, race, gender, sexual orientation and ethnicity which may be relevant for my clients.

Are you feeling depressed or anxious and having trouble dealing with your home or work life? Are you struggling with your partner or mate, in the middle of a break up or having trouble finding a healthy relationship? Do you find yourself unfocused, unsure of yourself, overwhelmed, or lonely? Sometimes transitions like looking for a new job, starting or ending a relationship,deciding whether to have children or moving to a new area can be difficult. Uncomfortable or painful feelings which are coming from a life change or a past experience can sometimes feel insurmountable.

Therapy can be a space for growth, understanding, and fulfillment. People seek therapy for many different reasons. You may be looking for support navigating a big life change, making sense of a traumatic experience, working through anxiety or fears that are impacting your life, or figuring out what exactly is holding you back from feeling like your best self. Whatever you are hoping to achieve with therapy, you are not alone.

With the foundation of a trusting therapeutic relationship, I offer a safe space for adults and older adolescents to self-reflect and grow through their personal development. I use a curious, collaborative, and compassionate approach so my clients can feel seen, heard, and even challenged at times. Growth and change can happen when we explore our vulnerabilities, feelings, and struggles in a safe and supportive environment. I aspire for each of my clients to live a grounded, fulfilling, and optimal life.

I am an experienced psychotherapist and Certified Group Psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and groups. I hold a PhD in biochemistry, which informs my work in psychotherapy by integrating current research in neuroscience into my treatment approach. I am trained in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), an emotionally focused therapy heavily informed by neuroscience that focuses on how we can heal in relationship what was harmed in relationship. My broader training consists of proactive cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness techniques, stress reduction strategies, and communication tools.

Cylie Wieck is a Masters Level Mental Health Therapist. Cylie believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change, and enjoys bringing empathy, empowerment and authenticity to the space. She emphasizes the importance of understanding her clients for who they are - their values, their goals, their struggles and their strengths. Cylie understands beginning your journey to prioritize mental health can be intimidating, and strives to create an inclusive environment where clients feel heard and safe to explore through challenges, wins, and understanding ourselves more deeply.

Life can present itself with many opportunities and successes that may be accompanied by challenges and struggles. It is during these times that we may feel alone, isolated, doubting ourselves and possibly experiencing feelings or symptoms that we may or may not have felt before. Whether you are struggling with sadness, anxiety, self-doubt or dealing with transitions in your life, my hope is to offer you a warm, supportive and safe environment to explore your path to healing and growth without feeling judged. I hope to help you feel empowered to overcome challenges that may be preventing you from feeling like your best self.

I believe positive change in therapy takes place in a safe and collaborative environment. I strive to put my clients at ease with compassion, candor, and humor. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in perinatal and infertility issues, foster care and adoption and the LGBTQ+ population. I also provide psychotherapy to individuals who are experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, relationship concerns and identity issues. I utilize an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities such as, psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and solution focused treatment.