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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02453
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
(857) 367-1689 View (857) 367-1689
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Revathi Tripuraneni
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
Revathi completed her master’s in counseling psychology at Northeastern University with a concentration in children and adolescents’ mental health. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and older adults living with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, substance use issues, ADHD, and autism.
Revathi completed her master’s in counseling psychology at Northeastern University with a concentration in children and adolescents’ mental health. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and older adults living with trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, substance use issues, ADHD, and autism.
(617) 683-1908 View (617) 683-1908
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Ella Bitman, LICSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02453  (Online Only)
Welcome to taking your first step to feeling better. My psychotherapy services are provided fully virtually for your convenience using a confidential online video platform; distance should not be a barrier in your receiving support. My methodology is centered primarily around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is proven to be extremely effective, particularly with anxiety and adjustment-related challenges. I utilize a strength-based and solution-focused approach, as our work together will involve working towards creating positive and lasting change.
Welcome to taking your first step to feeling better. My psychotherapy services are provided fully virtually for your convenience using a confidential online video platform; distance should not be a barrier in your receiving support. My methodology is centered primarily around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is proven to be extremely effective, particularly with anxiety and adjustment-related challenges. I utilize a strength-based and solution-focused approach, as our work together will involve working towards creating positive and lasting change.
(781) 253-8436 View (781) 253-8436

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Photo of Mia Shapiro, Mental Health Counselor in Waltham, MA
Mia Shapiro
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
We all get stuck and need help at times in our lives. Whether you struggle to deal with emotions in your closest relationships at home or at work, you can live a more fulfilling and balanced life. I welcome the opportunity to work with you on this journey. My style is relational. I take the time to get to know you – your strengths and challenges, personal history and present struggles—and work with you to figure out effective paths forward. Throughout my 20 years in the field of mental health, I have seen the long-lasting benefit of addressing my clients’ current emotional distress and the emotional roots.
We all get stuck and need help at times in our lives. Whether you struggle to deal with emotions in your closest relationships at home or at work, you can live a more fulfilling and balanced life. I welcome the opportunity to work with you on this journey. My style is relational. I take the time to get to know you – your strengths and challenges, personal history and present struggles—and work with you to figure out effective paths forward. Throughout my 20 years in the field of mental health, I have seen the long-lasting benefit of addressing my clients’ current emotional distress and the emotional roots.
(339) 217-3688 View (339) 217-3688
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Elise Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’ve helped many adults and children seeking support during times of transition, emotional confusion or family stress. Practice members are looking to understand themselves, improve relationships and their parenting. Some struggle to explain themselves clearly and effectively. Many of my clients are seeking a PDA affirming and trained practitioner.
I’ve helped many adults and children seeking support during times of transition, emotional confusion or family stress. Practice members are looking to understand themselves, improve relationships and their parenting. Some struggle to explain themselves clearly and effectively. Many of my clients are seeking a PDA affirming and trained practitioner.
(508) 444-8739 View (508) 444-8739
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Alina Gallupe-Barry
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, MA 02155  (Online Only)
Are you or your teen looking for a supportive and non-judgmental environment to explore feelings and navigate life transitions? If so, we might be a good fit! I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life, including those on the autism spectrum, those with chronic conditions, college students, and young adults.
Are you or your teen looking for a supportive and non-judgmental environment to explore feelings and navigate life transitions? If so, we might be a good fit! I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life, including those on the autism spectrum, those with chronic conditions, college students, and young adults.
(339) 330-1347 View (339) 330-1347
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Jacqueline Cobb
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! Jacqueline Cobb is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician in MA with Therapy Together, LCSW, PLLC who offers comprehensive counseling services to individuals, groups, and families. Jacqueline has an empathic and compassionate approach to therapy and meets clients where they are in their life journey. Jacqueline specializes in working with adults with Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Life transitions, stresses, and changes. She is passionate about working with those with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and LGBTQIA+ topics.
Accepting New Clients! Jacqueline Cobb is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician in MA with Therapy Together, LCSW, PLLC who offers comprehensive counseling services to individuals, groups, and families. Jacqueline has an empathic and compassionate approach to therapy and meets clients where they are in their life journey. Jacqueline specializes in working with adults with Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Life transitions, stresses, and changes. She is passionate about working with those with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and LGBTQIA+ topics.
(857) 367-4665 View (857) 367-4665
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Karen M Seif
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
My ideal client is seeking compassionate, collaborative mental health support. They may be struggling with parenting, stress, identity issues, or LGBTQ+ concerns. They value a therapist with 30 years of diverse experience, empathy, humor, and a relational, narrative, and CBT approach. They seek a trusting therapeutic space for self-discovery, growth, and coping with life's challenges. Whether they're a caregiver, young adult, part of the adoption community, or LGBTQ+, they desire understanding, guidance, and a non-judgmental ally in their journey towards wellness and self-acceptance.
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(617) 618-6914 View (617) 618-6914
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Behavior Support/Executive Function-Jessica Drohan
MA, BCBA, LABA
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02462
Waitlist for new clients
About Me: I am a behavior consultant and child and parent coach. My specialty and passion is providing in depth Behavior Support and Executive Functioning Coaching to both parents and their children. I specialize in Autism, ADHD, Executive Functioning Challenges and general behavior support. I also provide support for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, sleep training support, and toilet training support. Now offering virtual and in-person friendship groups. E-mail or call for more information.
About Me: I am a behavior consultant and child and parent coach. My specialty and passion is providing in depth Behavior Support and Executive Functioning Coaching to both parents and their children. I specialize in Autism, ADHD, Executive Functioning Challenges and general behavior support. I also provide support for IEP, 504, and other school meetings, sleep training support, and toilet training support. Now offering virtual and in-person friendship groups. E-mail or call for more information.
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Deirdre Donchian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, PCAC, ADHD, Coach
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Life can have a way of tossing us around and undermining our sense of self and belonging. The focus of my practice is people who have ADD/ADHD or symptoms related to ADD/ADHD such as weak Executive Function which can lead to Anxiety and related Depression. These challenges can leave us feeling unmoored, uncertain, unhappy and unfulfilled often struggling to find our way. I offer ADHD Coaching to older Teens, Young Adults and Adults as well as parental support regardless of geographical location. My therapeutic practice is limited to MA, NH and ME. The working environment is one of trust and safety to discover a deeper self-knowing.
Life can have a way of tossing us around and undermining our sense of self and belonging. The focus of my practice is people who have ADD/ADHD or symptoms related to ADD/ADHD such as weak Executive Function which can lead to Anxiety and related Depression. These challenges can leave us feeling unmoored, uncertain, unhappy and unfulfilled often struggling to find our way. I offer ADHD Coaching to older Teens, Young Adults and Adults as well as parental support regardless of geographical location. My therapeutic practice is limited to MA, NH and ME. The working environment is one of trust and safety to discover a deeper self-knowing.
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Emily Joseph
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stoneham, MA 02180  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Congratulations on taking your first step to living the life you want. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 12 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. I am here to help you achieve your goals using a strengths-based and goal oriented approach. I am here to listen and empathize while providing you with guidance to achieve the goals that are most important to you.
Hello and welcome! Congratulations on taking your first step to living the life you want. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 12 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. I am here to help you achieve your goals using a strengths-based and goal oriented approach. I am here to listen and empathize while providing you with guidance to achieve the goals that are most important to you.
(339) 201-6326 View (339) 201-6326
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Carol Wintle
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I bring 40 years of experience to my private practice helping individuals solve emotional and behavioral health problems. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology, I am skilled in helping people with problems such as anxiety, depression, relationship/interpersonal issues, bullying and loss. I assist clients in developing social and emotional skills that help them live happier and more meaningful lives. My style is warm, respectful and spirited. I love the work I do and look forward to meeting and helping you.
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Caroline Karalias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with a wide range of diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, Bi-polar, PTSD/BPD and Schizophrenia as well as ADHD and other neurodivergent presentations. Using a strengths-based approach, I ensure that each client’s treatment plan is created collaboratively with clients’ goals at the forefront. I work well with a wide range of clients, and prefer to get to know you and your goals before deciding on a specific intervention. I appreciate that therapy is an imperfect process, and bring a sense of humor and acceptance to wherever the journey may take us.
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Marissa Goldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
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SMP Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LICSW
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02144  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
People are often exposed to stressors and or traumatic events that at times can unravel emotions that seem to consume us. During these times it seems hard to find the light at the end of the tunnel. My passion is to help people find this light, to help heal from their past trauma and move forward. I assist my clients; school aged children and young adults in finding and changing their negative distortions and identifying their strengths in order to help achieve a peaceful, happy and whole perception of themselves.
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(617) 202-2371 View (617) 202-2371
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Dr. Alanna Downing
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02146  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and specialize in providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My approach integrates a variety of evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, humanistic, and mindfulness based therapies. I have been effective at utilizing these treatment modalities to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, and other clinical concerns. Clients also come to my practice to improve relationships and navigate stressful life changes.
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Cori Purcell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RYT-200, CCTP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108  (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for being here. As a therapist, meditation and yoga instructor, I strive to provide a welcoming space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself and supported in achieving your treatment goals. First, we can work together to process your thoughts, feelings, and experiences and then identify any areas for growth and healing. We can explore a variety of therapeutic techniques, and I am committed to helping you discover what works best for you.
Welcome and thank you for being here. As a therapist, meditation and yoga instructor, I strive to provide a welcoming space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself and supported in achieving your treatment goals. First, we can work together to process your thoughts, feelings, and experiences and then identify any areas for growth and healing. We can explore a variety of therapeutic techniques, and I am committed to helping you discover what works best for you.
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Liz Cumming ATR, LMHC
Counselor, ATR, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02174  (Online Only)
New Client & Reduced Fee Availability! You are unique, and how you show up for yourself should be, too! I provide psychotherapy without insurance involvement, personal consultation, and free resource leads for adults interested in personal growth/development. I enjoy working with creatives, cycle breakers, mourners, parents, and individuals exploring neurodiversity (diagnosed-self-identified-suspecting). Individuals who contact me are often ready for change and interested in building more compassionate relationships with themselves/ others while exploring new boundaries with the systems that are oppressive or pathologizing.
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(978) 986-4768 View (978) 986-4768
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Suzan Cahill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, MA 01803
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
My Ideal client: 36 yo male, divorced, with two children. The patient was incarcerated 16 years, due to drug addiction/trafficking. He spent his early childhood living with his mother and father, who sexually abused him. They were also addicted to drugs due to their childhood experiences of being abused. The patient's parents also prostituted him in exchange for drugs for others. The patient turned to drugs to escape the pain, embarrassment, and overall trauma from his childhood. He now wants sobriety and to overcome his trauma, which includes flashbacks and negative self-image, self-hatred, and hatred of his parents.
(339) 215-8112 View (339) 215-8112
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Jordanne Howell-Walton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
Waitlist for new clients
Asking for help can be daunting, even looking for help can show that you are ready for change. As a therapist I believe that a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of the biggest tools when searching for change. So let's do the heavy lifting together by using a client-centered approach and creating a safe space for you to be authentically yourself. Life has a series of changes that we don't often get a crash course in, let's make sure you are well supported during that change.
Asking for help can be daunting, even looking for help can show that you are ready for change. As a therapist I believe that a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of the biggest tools when searching for change. So let's do the heavy lifting together by using a client-centered approach and creating a safe space for you to be authentically yourself. Life has a series of changes that we don't often get a crash course in, let's make sure you are well supported during that change.
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Compassion Focused Therapists

How does compassion-focused therapy work?

Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.

Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?

Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.

Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?

Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.

What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?

Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.