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Majd Jaafar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Malden, MA 02148  (Online Only)
I am in Licensed Clinical Social work. Through the therapeutic process, I hope to help clients increase their self-understanding and draw on their own strengths and resiliency to improve wellbeing. Let’s work together to find your path to wellness by identifying barriers which may be keeping you from moving forward or healing from past experiences. I utilize a number of approaches which include but are not limited to CBT, trauma informed therapy/care, narrative therapy and motivational interviewing to help clients reach their desired goals. Most importantly I offer a multicultural, compassionate approach
I am in Licensed Clinical Social work. Through the therapeutic process, I hope to help clients increase their self-understanding and draw on their own strengths and resiliency to improve wellbeing. Let’s work together to find your path to wellness by identifying barriers which may be keeping you from moving forward or healing from past experiences. I utilize a number of approaches which include but are not limited to CBT, trauma informed therapy/care, narrative therapy and motivational interviewing to help clients reach their desired goals. Most importantly I offer a multicultural, compassionate approach
(617) 405-8909 View (617) 405-8909
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Asraa Alfatlawi
Counselor, Asraa A, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02466  (Online Only)
I utilize a number of approaches which include but are not limited to CBT, trauma informed therapy/care, narrative therapy and motivational interviewing to help clients reach their desired goals.
Covid-19 NOTICE: All appointments are telehealth (Online) sessions) In times of stress and uncertainty we all need someone that can help us focus on our mental health and well-being in the best way possible. Sometimes that comes in the form of therapy. I specialize in working with women who have been through trauma or difficult life experiences and are suffering as a result. As a psychotherapist, I have experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, family relationships and trauma.
I utilize a number of approaches which include but are not limited to CBT, trauma informed therapy/care, narrative therapy and motivational interviewing to help clients reach their desired goals.
Covid-19 NOTICE: All appointments are telehealth (Online) sessions) In times of stress and uncertainty we all need someone that can help us focus on our mental health and well-being in the best way possible. Sometimes that comes in the form of therapy. I specialize in working with women who have been through trauma or difficult life experiences and are suffering as a result. As a psychotherapist, I have experience working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, family relationships and trauma.
(781) 524-7066 View (781) 524-7066
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Revive Counseling and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malden, MA 02148  (Online Only)
At Revive Counseling and Wellness Center, our vision is to build a compassionate, inclusive, and safe environment to support mental wellness, with specific focus in the LatinX and BIPOC community. Our goal is to facilitate growth, healing, and transformation by providing an environment that is free of judgement and rooted in culturally sensitive and trauma informed principles. We utilize your strength, thoughts, and/or behaviors to promote mental well-being and help you develop the skills necessary to enhance your own personal growth.
At Revive Counseling and Wellness Center, our vision is to build a compassionate, inclusive, and safe environment to support mental wellness, with specific focus in the LatinX and BIPOC community. Our goal is to facilitate growth, healing, and transformation by providing an environment that is free of judgement and rooted in culturally sensitive and trauma informed principles. We utilize your strength, thoughts, and/or behaviors to promote mental well-being and help you develop the skills necessary to enhance your own personal growth.
(617) 329-1253 View (617) 329-1253
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The Phoenix Rising Centers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02453  (Online Only)
We are a multiethnic and multiracial group practice that centralizes care for BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Clients who come to us are working though life challenges related to their identities. They are often in a process of self-exploration, working to make sense of their place and identity in the world where they are made to feel like "the other" and have been marginalized, traumatized, and blatantly microaggressed. We recognize the importance of finding providers who get it, from a shared and lived experience. Here, our aim is connect communities of color and queer communities with providers of color and queer providers.
We are a multiethnic and multiracial group practice that centralizes care for BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Clients who come to us are working though life challenges related to their identities. They are often in a process of self-exploration, working to make sense of their place and identity in the world where they are made to feel like "the other" and have been marginalized, traumatized, and blatantly microaggressed. We recognize the importance of finding providers who get it, from a shared and lived experience. Here, our aim is connect communities of color and queer communities with providers of color and queer providers.
(339) 215-3902 View (339) 215-3902
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Mohamed Alsaidy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Framingham, MA 01701  (Online Only)
Mohamed Alsaidy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples and Family Therapist (LICSW, LMFT) in with more than 8 years of experience. Mohamed specializes in anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, and life struggles in general.
Mohamed Alsaidy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples and Family Therapist (LICSW, LMFT) in with more than 8 years of experience. Mohamed specializes in anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, and life struggles in general.
(508) 290-6723 View (508) 290-6723
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Nadia Abdo
PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
All are welcome to reach out. I offer a free 35 minute intro session, I invite you to email me to schedule a time. I specialize in Trauma, Relationship Challenges, Suicide, Emotion Regulation, Anxiety, Cultural Challenges, Work Challenges & Eating Disorders. My current work & previous experience includes: NASA, DEIB Specialist (Current); Berklee College of Music Boston, Resident Director (2023); University at Buffalo, Assistant Director of Counseling (2020-21). Dartmouth, Research Coord. (2020). Cornell University, Psychologist (2016-2019).
All are welcome to reach out. I offer a free 35 minute intro session, I invite you to email me to schedule a time. I specialize in Trauma, Relationship Challenges, Suicide, Emotion Regulation, Anxiety, Cultural Challenges, Work Challenges & Eating Disorders. My current work & previous experience includes: NASA, DEIB Specialist (Current); Berklee College of Music Boston, Resident Director (2023); University at Buffalo, Assistant Director of Counseling (2020-21). Dartmouth, Research Coord. (2020). Cornell University, Psychologist (2016-2019).
(341) 888-6797 View (341) 888-6797
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Be Well At Black Barn Farm LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
We use 10 acres of land on a farm we revived to give hope toward the pursuit of happiness and wholeness. Growth does not happen in an office; it happens while gardening, trimming hooves, picking eggs, shearing sheep, and chopping wood. We use the land to help you stretch your eyes. Maybe your search is around coping skills or developing interior athletics or just getting active again. Whatever it may be, we will support and guide you in finding wellness. We are prepared to confidentially, professionally, and in an nontraditional manner take some steps in addressing your mental health difficulties. Come join us on this journey.
We use 10 acres of land on a farm we revived to give hope toward the pursuit of happiness and wholeness. Growth does not happen in an office; it happens while gardening, trimming hooves, picking eggs, shearing sheep, and chopping wood. We use the land to help you stretch your eyes. Maybe your search is around coping skills or developing interior athletics or just getting active again. Whatever it may be, we will support and guide you in finding wellness. We are prepared to confidentially, professionally, and in an nontraditional manner take some steps in addressing your mental health difficulties. Come join us on this journey.
(617) 313-7975 View (617) 313-7975
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Noor Ibrahim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you tired of looking for a therapist that is a good fit? Do you want a therapist that is dedicated to your progress? Hi there! My name is Noor and it’s important to me that my clients see results. I’m trained to work with individuals of all backgrounds, and I have experience treating clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and environmental stressors. I strive to build a warm connection with every client, and I pride myself on being approachable and easy to talk to.
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you tired of looking for a therapist that is a good fit? Do you want a therapist that is dedicated to your progress? Hi there! My name is Noor and it’s important to me that my clients see results. I’m trained to work with individuals of all backgrounds, and I have experience treating clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and environmental stressors. I strive to build a warm connection with every client, and I pride myself on being approachable and easy to talk to.
(617) 286-6434 View (617) 286-6434

Online Therapists

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Zainab S Abdi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Longmeadow, MA 01106
I believe in the human ability to heal, to change, to transfer her/himself. My job is to facilitate that transformation; and to allow the client to become the version of themselves they want to be. By providing a judgment free zone and space to heal, I teach clients skills such as emotional freedom therapy (EFT), mindfulness, acceptance, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and help them into the path to restore autonomy, ability, values and hope.
I believe in the human ability to heal, to change, to transfer her/himself. My job is to facilitate that transformation; and to allow the client to become the version of themselves they want to be. By providing a judgment free zone and space to heal, I teach clients skills such as emotional freedom therapy (EFT), mindfulness, acceptance, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and help them into the path to restore autonomy, ability, values and hope.
(413) 327-9396 View (413) 327-9396
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Be Mindful and Well, PhD
PhD
Verified Verified
Quincy, MA 02169  (Online Only)
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: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
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: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.
(617) 744-7497 View (617) 744-7497
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Joshua Barbour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Taunton, MA 02780
Many of us face daily challenges in work, family, school and careers. When thinking about engaging in counseling, it is always good to think about the goals one wants to achieve along with the purpose of being in counseling. Investing in your own self and being able to externalize your thoughts and feelings is something that I can help you achieve. I feel that my education and work experience along with being a former high school and collegiate athlete will allow me to help you achieve your goals.
Many of us face daily challenges in work, family, school and careers. When thinking about engaging in counseling, it is always good to think about the goals one wants to achieve along with the purpose of being in counseling. Investing in your own self and being able to externalize your thoughts and feelings is something that I can help you achieve. I feel that my education and work experience along with being a former high school and collegiate athlete will allow me to help you achieve your goals.
(774) 772-6139 View (774) 772-6139
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Miriam Chouki
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boylston, MA 01505  (Online Only)
If you want something you have never had in this life, you have to be willing to do something you have never done. You deserve to live a life full of peace, love, and happiness. You are important. Your feelings matter, your voice matters, your story matters, and your life matters. You have the power to seize your happiness, you just have to look within to find it. Many times it is our negative perspective that hinders us from living the life that we deserve. If we could change that perspective, turn it into a positive one, we can regain control of our lives.
If you want something you have never had in this life, you have to be willing to do something you have never done. You deserve to live a life full of peace, love, and happiness. You are important. Your feelings matter, your voice matters, your story matters, and your life matters. You have the power to seize your happiness, you just have to look within to find it. Many times it is our negative perspective that hinders us from living the life that we deserve. If we could change that perspective, turn it into a positive one, we can regain control of our lives.
(774) 208-0726 View (774) 208-0726
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Chrysalis Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01613
Like a butterfly emerging into life, a child requires safety, care, and attunement. I believe in supporting child and adolescent emotional growth and developmental processes throughout the life cycle especially when hardships are faced, such as, trauma, bullying, anxiety, and other concerns. My approach is collaborative as I work closely with the parents, schools, and other collaterals involved to enhance over all well-being in every capacity of the child's environment. Always stemming from a strength-based perspective, using Play and Expressive Art Therapies, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, and Somatic Experiencing.
Like a butterfly emerging into life, a child requires safety, care, and attunement. I believe in supporting child and adolescent emotional growth and developmental processes throughout the life cycle especially when hardships are faced, such as, trauma, bullying, anxiety, and other concerns. My approach is collaborative as I work closely with the parents, schools, and other collaterals involved to enhance over all well-being in every capacity of the child's environment. Always stemming from a strength-based perspective, using Play and Expressive Art Therapies, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, and Somatic Experiencing.
(508) 659-5057 View (508) 659-5057
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Malika Bouajaj
Counselor, LMHC, CAGS
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
Currently Accepting New Clients ..... “Do you feel like no one understands the difficulties you are experiencing? Do you feel like you are falling into a deep confusion? Are you in need of clarity and support? You don’t have to be alone in your struggles”. I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist, practicing in Boston, MA since 1998. I treat individuals, couples, and families with a range of mental health concerns and personal problems, such as addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and personality disorders.
Currently Accepting New Clients ..... “Do you feel like no one understands the difficulties you are experiencing? Do you feel like you are falling into a deep confusion? Are you in need of clarity and support? You don’t have to be alone in your struggles”. I am a licensed clinical psychotherapist, practicing in Boston, MA since 1998. I treat individuals, couples, and families with a range of mental health concerns and personal problems, such as addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, and personality disorders.
(617) 544-2286 View (617) 544-2286
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Salwa Galal
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist at And Still We Rise, LLC. I hold a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in addition to being a certified yoga instructor and licensed esthetician. As a person from the MENA region and a daughter of immigrants, I am passionate about cultural representation in the mental health field and believe it is crucial to make therapy and healing accessible to all communities. I am passionate about immigrant and BIPOC advocacy and destigmatizing mental health in Middle Eastern culture.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist at And Still We Rise, LLC. I hold a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in addition to being a certified yoga instructor and licensed esthetician. As a person from the MENA region and a daughter of immigrants, I am passionate about cultural representation in the mental health field and believe it is crucial to make therapy and healing accessible to all communities. I am passionate about immigrant and BIPOC advocacy and destigmatizing mental health in Middle Eastern culture.
(508) 514-5428 View (508) 514-5428

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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.