Anxiety Therapists in Roslindale, MA

Audra Gilsing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Roslindale, MA 02131
We all go through times in life where we struggle to cope. It takes courage to ask for help. Perhaps you are dealing with a loss, challenges in your romantic relationship, family stressors or a life transition such as navigating young adulthood, becoming a parent, or going through a divorce. Whether you are seeking to gain new insights and skills or just need a place to talk through the things on your mind, I offer a safe, compassionate space
We all go through times in life where we struggle to cope. It takes courage to ask for help. Perhaps you are dealing with a loss, challenges in your romantic relationship, family stressors or a life transition such as navigating young adulthood, becoming a parent, or going through a divorce. Whether you are seeking to gain new insights and skills or just need a place to talk through the things on your mind, I offer a safe, compassionate space
(617) 804-5118 View (617) 804-5118
Laura Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
There are many reasons to start therapy: feelings of anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, or personal loss.
I am a native Spanish speaker and bring over 10 years of experience at Boston area hospitals and health centers. This experience has helped me develop a broad base of clinical skills across many different populations. I engage fully with clients and provide a welcoming and safe space to work through life's challenges.
There are many reasons to start therapy: feelings of anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, or personal loss.
I am a native Spanish speaker and bring over 10 years of experience at Boston area hospitals and health centers. This experience has helped me develop a broad base of clinical skills across many different populations. I engage fully with clients and provide a welcoming and safe space to work through life's challenges.
(857) 597-7631 View (857) 597-7631
Nathan Whitson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Roslindale, MA 02131
Nathan has worked with clients spanning a wide range of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, trauma-related disorders, and substance use.
Nathan is committed to providing empathetic, clinically-based care from a person-centered perspective, allowing clients the opportunity for introspection and self-exploration in a safe, welcoming space. In his work, Nathan draws from various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, ACT, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness-based practices.
Nathan has worked with clients spanning a wide range of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, trauma-related disorders, and substance use.
Nathan is committed to providing empathetic, clinically-based care from a person-centered perspective, allowing clients the opportunity for introspection and self-exploration in a safe, welcoming space. In his work, Nathan draws from various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, ACT, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness-based practices.
(857) 267-9572 View (857) 267-9572
Sharon's Insight Counseling, LLC, Sharon Kozuch
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, MEd
Online Only
You may be experiencing anxiety, grief, burnout, professional stress, relationship changes, questions of identity or purpose, or the quiet exhaustion of holding everything together.
I combine traditional talk therapy with cognitive reframing, along with somatic therapy and mind-body awareness, to help you understand the thoughts, emotions, and stress responses that keep you feeling stuck. This integrated approach supports insight, nervous system regulation, release tension, and meaningful change that feels grounded and sustainanable.
You may be experiencing anxiety, grief, burnout, professional stress, relationship changes, questions of identity or purpose, or the quiet exhaustion of holding everything together.
I combine traditional talk therapy with cognitive reframing, along with somatic therapy and mind-body awareness, to help you understand the thoughts, emotions, and stress responses that keep you feeling stuck. This integrated approach supports insight, nervous system regulation, release tension, and meaningful change that feels grounded and sustainanable.
(857) 337-2172 View (857) 337-2172
S. Campbell Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Roslindale, MA 02131
I have experience working with young adults on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, executive functioning challenges, life transitions, relationships, and navigating neurodiversity.
I take a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, and pull from several modalities including CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and somatic work, depending on what best fits your needs.
I have experience working with young adults on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, executive functioning challenges, life transitions, relationships, and navigating neurodiversity.
I take a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, and pull from several modalities including CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and somatic work, depending on what best fits your needs.
(857) 273-2124 View (857) 273-2124
Lucy Prothero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Roslindale, MA 02131
I have worked with clients with various presenting problems including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and more.
I believe the client-therapist relationship is essential to the therapeutic process and work to cultivate a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental space for self-exploration. I meet my clients where they are and collaborate with them to set goals and treatment plans. To do so, I combine different modalities like CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy (SFBT), and more.
I have worked with clients with various presenting problems including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and more.
I believe the client-therapist relationship is essential to the therapeutic process and work to cultivate a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental space for self-exploration. I meet my clients where they are and collaborate with them to set goals and treatment plans. To do so, I combine different modalities like CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy (SFBT), and more.
(857) 754-6632 View (857) 754-6632
Claudia A Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Roslindale, MA 02131
By interweaving different types of therapy, we collaborate towards your goals in a way that's effective and respectful of your time, energy and money. Each session can be useful - I track this carefully by asking for feedback and by giving choices on how we work together. The time in-between sessions also is used - through practice 'homework' we choose individually, as a couple or as a family, or through observation/thinking. This helps us to identify what helps you to change or restrains you from change - we can then work together from an attitude of curiosity rather than "shoulds".
By interweaving different types of therapy, we collaborate towards your goals in a way that's effective and respectful of your time, energy and money. Each session can be useful - I track this carefully by asking for feedback and by giving choices on how we work together. The time in-between sessions also is used - through practice 'homework' we choose individually, as a couple or as a family, or through observation/thinking. This helps us to identify what helps you to change or restrains you from change - we can then work together from an attitude of curiosity rather than "shoulds".
(617) 500-3838 View (617) 500-3838
Kim Riley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
It can be the day to day stressors in our lives that may activate us to feel overwhelmed, anxious, unsettled, unfulfilled, confused, and lonely.
Empathy is a core value of my practice with a strong focus on relationship building. I believe strongly in the connection between talk, healing and creating a safe and nourishing space for our work together. My practice lens is culturally sensitive; family systems informed; strength based; cognitive/behavioral; and solution focused.
It can be the day to day stressors in our lives that may activate us to feel overwhelmed, anxious, unsettled, unfulfilled, confused, and lonely.
Empathy is a core value of my practice with a strong focus on relationship building. I believe strongly in the connection between talk, healing and creating a safe and nourishing space for our work together. My practice lens is culturally sensitive; family systems informed; strength based; cognitive/behavioral; and solution focused.
(508) 714-7252 View (508) 714-7252
Chandler Cook Estevez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Roslindale, MA 02131
I view my work as a therapist as a privilege, offering the opportunity to truly learn about people and bear witness to their stories. I find deep meaning in accompanying individuals as they explore what a “good life” means for them, especially during times of uncertainty, change, or transition. I work with people navigating gender, sexuality, pregnancy, parenthood, partnership, and specific mental health concerns. With roots in the helping professions, I bring a warm, affirming, socially conscious, and collaborative presence to our work together, supporting each person’s unique journey.
I view my work as a therapist as a privilege, offering the opportunity to truly learn about people and bear witness to their stories. I find deep meaning in accompanying individuals as they explore what a “good life” means for them, especially during times of uncertainty, change, or transition. I work with people navigating gender, sexuality, pregnancy, parenthood, partnership, and specific mental health concerns. With roots in the helping professions, I bring a warm, affirming, socially conscious, and collaborative presence to our work together, supporting each person’s unique journey.
(617) 397-7500 View (617) 397-7500
Stephani Bradford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, and OCD.
You come home from another long day at work and sag onto the couch, feeling completely drained and overwhelmed. The dog needs to go out and the laundry needs to get done, but it's all you can do just to keep yourself from falling apart. Who even has the time or energy to connect with friends or, god forbid, give dating another go? You tell yourself you’re making a big deal out of nothing, and just scroll mindlessly on your phone for hours, too tired to do anything else but not wanting to waste the free time you have. Then off to bed, another sleepless night, get up, go to work, repeat. There's got to be something more than this.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, and OCD.
You come home from another long day at work and sag onto the couch, feeling completely drained and overwhelmed. The dog needs to go out and the laundry needs to get done, but it's all you can do just to keep yourself from falling apart. Who even has the time or energy to connect with friends or, god forbid, give dating another go? You tell yourself you’re making a big deal out of nothing, and just scroll mindlessly on your phone for hours, too tired to do anything else but not wanting to waste the free time you have. Then off to bed, another sleepless night, get up, go to work, repeat. There's got to be something more than this.
(512) 543-1473 View (512) 543-1473
Anika Charles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
Life’s challenges, whether rooted in trauma, depression, anxiety, or major transitions, can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected.
Sessions are grounded in compassion, evidence-based practices, and cultural sensitivity. You can expect a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, navigate emotions, and grow at a pace that feels right for you.
Life’s challenges, whether rooted in trauma, depression, anxiety, or major transitions, can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected.
Sessions are grounded in compassion, evidence-based practices, and cultural sensitivity. You can expect a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, navigate emotions, and grow at a pace that feels right for you.
(508) 719-7005 View (508) 719-7005
Alex Bauermeister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, IAYT, RYT
1 Endorsed
Roslindale, MA 02131
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and certified Somatic Yoga Therapist, I'm honored to work with individuals and couples who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges (including relational OCD), and seeking more peace in their bodies, minds, hearts, and attachment connections.
I love blending parts work / Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as somatic trauma work and EMDR to help recover a sense of security on a nervous system level. I also have a background in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), with a special focus on OCD patterns that impact people's relationships.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and certified Somatic Yoga Therapist, I'm honored to work with individuals and couples who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges (including relational OCD), and seeking more peace in their bodies, minds, hearts, and attachment connections.
I love blending parts work / Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as somatic trauma work and EMDR to help recover a sense of security on a nervous system level. I also have a background in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), with a special focus on OCD patterns that impact people's relationships.
(857) 855-4465 View (857) 855-4465
The Peace Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
They are seeking support managing the impact of chronic trauma, anxiety, stress, and depression, or looking for help navigating life transitions, peer relationships, and family interactions.
We all have the ability to heal within ourselves, my role is to help reconnect you with that part of yourself. I practice from a polyvagal-informed and social-justice based lens and offer expertise in somatic and experiential learning, embodied healing, and internal family systems. I am also available for individual supervision!
They are seeking support managing the impact of chronic trauma, anxiety, stress, and depression, or looking for help navigating life transitions, peer relationships, and family interactions.
We all have the ability to heal within ourselves, my role is to help reconnect you with that part of yourself. I practice from a polyvagal-informed and social-justice based lens and offer expertise in somatic and experiential learning, embodied healing, and internal family systems. I am also available for individual supervision!
(857) 353-6973 View (857) 353-6973
Amy Pearlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Online Only
I understand the power of anxiety and aim to partner with you to find strategies that disarm anxiety and help you feel your best, or at least your better.
I work best with people who may seem to have it all together but are struggling more inside and may feel unheard. I hear you. I have experienced occupational burnout, resulting in compassion fatigue, and I have returned to a place where I once again feel compassion, hope, and connection to both my personal growth and my clients. I am to partner with you in finding sustainable reconnection to hope and joy in your own life.
I understand the power of anxiety and aim to partner with you to find strategies that disarm anxiety and help you feel your best, or at least your better.
I work best with people who may seem to have it all together but are struggling more inside and may feel unheard. I hear you. I have experienced occupational burnout, resulting in compassion fatigue, and I have returned to a place where I once again feel compassion, hope, and connection to both my personal growth and my clients. I am to partner with you in finding sustainable reconnection to hope and joy in your own life.
(617) 580-3146 View (617) 580-3146
Melissa D. Fein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
In addition to helping people with anxiety, depression and grief, I have expertise in providing support for people managing a variety of stress-related issues including life transitions, caregiving, intergenerational issues, reunification, unresolved and/or chronic medical issues, work/career issues, and creative stagnation.
I prioritize creating a safe space, and my style is client-centered, conversational and supportive. I meet clients where they are. That means working from your strengths, pacing to your needs, and respecting your values and goals. I work from an integrative, trauma-informed perspective.
In addition to helping people with anxiety, depression and grief, I have expertise in providing support for people managing a variety of stress-related issues including life transitions, caregiving, intergenerational issues, reunification, unresolved and/or chronic medical issues, work/career issues, and creative stagnation.
I prioritize creating a safe space, and my style is client-centered, conversational and supportive. I meet clients where they are. That means working from your strengths, pacing to your needs, and respecting your values and goals. I work from an integrative, trauma-informed perspective.
(508) 290-4306 View (508) 290-4306
Tage Lilja
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LLC
Serves Area
Do you have a hard time understanding or feeling your emotions? Are you feeling alone or misunderstood? Life's difficulties can be painful, but they can also provide the opportunity to awaken untapped strength, courage, and innate healing abilities that can lead to transformation and change. I can help you discover your best self and to have stronger and more satisfying relationships.
Do you have a hard time understanding or feeling your emotions? Are you feeling alone or misunderstood? Life's difficulties can be painful, but they can also provide the opportunity to awaken untapped strength, courage, and innate healing abilities that can lead to transformation and change. I can help you discover your best self and to have stronger and more satisfying relationships.
(802) 391-9865 View (802) 391-9865
Chip Bradish
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Serves Area
For 30 years I have worked with individuals, couples, groups and families to help them find greater clarity and balance, equipping them with the critical skills they need to navigate the challenges of living in a face paced, digital and individualized world. I rely greatly on the tenants of IFS therapy and support that with a holistic and non-pathologizing outlook. I believe that we all carry a self healing drive, that, when supported correctly, leads to improved health and well being. For those with a spiritual bent or curiosity, I aim to bear witness to the intimacies and intricacies of your journey.
For 30 years I have worked with individuals, couples, groups and families to help them find greater clarity and balance, equipping them with the critical skills they need to navigate the challenges of living in a face paced, digital and individualized world. I rely greatly on the tenants of IFS therapy and support that with a holistic and non-pathologizing outlook. I believe that we all carry a self healing drive, that, when supported correctly, leads to improved health and well being. For those with a spiritual bent or curiosity, I aim to bear witness to the intimacies and intricacies of your journey.
(617) 934-0186 View (617) 934-0186
Annie Rotner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Often my clients come to therapy because they are struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction.
Accepting New Clients as of April 20, 2026 Life is full of transitions and change, and we all experience moments that challenge our ability to cope. I have learned how powerful the right support can be, particularly in the most stressful of moments. Therapy with me is judgment-free so you can find meaning in life, build self-compassion, and develop insight that fosters growth. Whether you’re a creative thinker or more analytical, we can find unique and interesting ways to uncover patterns that influence your current relationships and behaviors.
Often my clients come to therapy because they are struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction.
Accepting New Clients as of April 20, 2026 Life is full of transitions and change, and we all experience moments that challenge our ability to cope. I have learned how powerful the right support can be, particularly in the most stressful of moments. Therapy with me is judgment-free so you can find meaning in life, build self-compassion, and develop insight that fosters growth. Whether you’re a creative thinker or more analytical, we can find unique and interesting ways to uncover patterns that influence your current relationships and behaviors.
(857) 837-2697 View (857) 837-2697
Vaca Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Worries, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, family dynamics/relationships issues etc can feel heavy and effect your everyday life.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, also Certified Clinical Anxiety (and OCD) Treatment Professional (CCATP) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I am trained in multiple therapeutic approaches, drawing from evidence-based practice. I can modify my style to what works well for you, at your pace. I intend to cultivate a safe, non-judgemental space.
Worries, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, family dynamics/relationships issues etc can feel heavy and effect your everyday life.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, also Certified Clinical Anxiety (and OCD) Treatment Professional (CCATP) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I am trained in multiple therapeutic approaches, drawing from evidence-based practice. I can modify my style to what works well for you, at your pace. I intend to cultivate a safe, non-judgemental space.
(857) 675-2503 View (857) 675-2503
Cathy G Ware
Counselor, MA, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist including much experience with anxiety, parenting issues and supporting people making pregnancy decisions.
Taking new clients in Sep. 2026 I think of the work I do as looking at the past while mindfully living in the present. That is, exploring ways to deal with current stresses/symptoms, while also exploring the underlying causes of these painful issues. We can't change what we think or what we feel but we can work on how to handle thoughts and feelings more effectively so they don't have so much impact and influence on us. I help people identify their values and work with them on living those values despite the current situation or circumstances.
I have over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist including much experience with anxiety, parenting issues and supporting people making pregnancy decisions.
Taking new clients in Sep. 2026 I think of the work I do as looking at the past while mindfully living in the present. That is, exploring ways to deal with current stresses/symptoms, while also exploring the underlying causes of these painful issues. We can't change what we think or what we feel but we can work on how to handle thoughts and feelings more effectively so they don't have so much impact and influence on us. I help people identify their values and work with them on living those values despite the current situation or circumstances.
(617) 209-3672 View (617) 209-3672

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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.