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Bruna Moraes Leite
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
Hello, I am happy you are here. First of all I want to recognize that you are already took the first step towards your well being. My name is Bruna and I have many years of experience working and collaborating with individuals, families, children, and adolescents with a variety of life stressors, diagnosis and with a culturally diverse background. I am driven to help others to find ways to cope with feelings and emotions that impact tremendously their daily life. A crucial component of our work depends on our ability to develop a partnership that is built on mutual respect and commitment and hard work.
Hello, I am happy you are here. First of all I want to recognize that you are already took the first step towards your well being. My name is Bruna and I have many years of experience working and collaborating with individuals, families, children, and adolescents with a variety of life stressors, diagnosis and with a culturally diverse background. I am driven to help others to find ways to cope with feelings and emotions that impact tremendously their daily life. A crucial component of our work depends on our ability to develop a partnership that is built on mutual respect and commitment and hard work.
(617) 651-1672 View (617) 651-1672
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Amanda Sabol
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494
Currently accepting new clients. - In my practice, I work with colleges students, adults and couples seeking support in their relationships, family dynamics, life transitions, anxiety, parenting and everyday stressors. I believe therapy is a place to learn more about ourselves to find a sense of balance and improve our quality of life. I provide a safe and compassionate space for self reflection and support clients with identifying their own strengths, hidden child wounds, boundaries and self care strategies for overall growth and wellbeing.
Currently accepting new clients. - In my practice, I work with colleges students, adults and couples seeking support in their relationships, family dynamics, life transitions, anxiety, parenting and everyday stressors. I believe therapy is a place to learn more about ourselves to find a sense of balance and improve our quality of life. I provide a safe and compassionate space for self reflection and support clients with identifying their own strengths, hidden child wounds, boundaries and self care strategies for overall growth and wellbeing.
(857) 342-9911 View (857) 342-9911
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Lindsay Agne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
I developed Full Circle after working as a social worker for many years in the fields of surrogacy, infertility and medical social work. I have witnessed clinically, professionally and personally how infertility has impacted the lives of so many women and their partners. On a personal note, my sister experienced four years of infertility which cumulated in many IUI attempts and resulted in a beautiful baby girl being born at the end of 2010-thanks to IVF.
I developed Full Circle after working as a social worker for many years in the fields of surrogacy, infertility and medical social work. I have witnessed clinically, professionally and personally how infertility has impacted the lives of so many women and their partners. On a personal note, my sister experienced four years of infertility which cumulated in many IUI attempts and resulted in a beautiful baby girl being born at the end of 2010-thanks to IVF.
(781) 519-2607 View (781) 519-2607
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Elana Gacs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
I am a therapist who deeply believes in everyone's ability to grow and change. I believe in our ability to evolve even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges. In my practice we focus on breaking down these challenges into manageable pieces and accessing the solutions that are already within.
I am a therapist who deeply believes in everyone's ability to grow and change. I believe in our ability to evolve even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges. In my practice we focus on breaking down these challenges into manageable pieces and accessing the solutions that are already within.
(508) 576-5963 View (508) 576-5963
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George Masselam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
I am trauma-informed and specialize in helping individuals identify what is holding them back (oftentimes addiction, fear, depression and/or anxiety). I am an empathetic individual who has been working closely with people for the last 30 years, mostly in the field of addiction and recovery.
I am trauma-informed and specialize in helping individuals identify what is holding them back (oftentimes addiction, fear, depression and/or anxiety). I am an empathetic individual who has been working closely with people for the last 30 years, mostly in the field of addiction and recovery.
(339) 329-1009 View (339) 329-1009
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June Atkind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
Learn strategies for living with less stress, and a greater sense of well-being. Excessive worry, managing work/life balance, dealing with difficult relationships, getting "unstuck" from unhealthy habits, and other challenges can be managed using effective and easy to learn principles and practices. I offer the MINDFUL LIVING WORKSHOP to bring the benefits of Mindfulness Meditation to the rest of the day.
Learn strategies for living with less stress, and a greater sense of well-being. Excessive worry, managing work/life balance, dealing with difficult relationships, getting "unstuck" from unhealthy habits, and other challenges can be managed using effective and easy to learn principles and practices. I offer the MINDFUL LIVING WORKSHOP to bring the benefits of Mindfulness Meditation to the rest of the day.
(781) 332-5494 View (781) 332-5494
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Martha Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with forty years of experience helping my clients to improve relationships with their families, partners and co-workers, to be effective in reaching their goals; and to alleviate depression. My style is warm, interactive, and positive, and...I've found that spontaneous humor can often be healing- e.g. full disclosure: my photo is 20 yrs. old! My role is to actively support you in exploring your personal issues. I respect my clients and deeply enjoy my work. Our positive and safe therapist/client relationship is an essential part of resolving your concerns.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with forty years of experience helping my clients to improve relationships with their families, partners and co-workers, to be effective in reaching their goals; and to alleviate depression. My style is warm, interactive, and positive, and...I've found that spontaneous humor can often be healing- e.g. full disclosure: my photo is 20 yrs. old! My role is to actively support you in exploring your personal issues. I respect my clients and deeply enjoy my work. Our positive and safe therapist/client relationship is an essential part of resolving your concerns.
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Jennifer Pugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
New Openings for Individuals & Couples (out-of-network) - Do you feel stuck in behaviors or routines that no longer serve you? Is your mindset preventing you from leading the life you wish to lead? Do you catch yourself comparing your life to those around you? I have the expertise to help you navigate life transitions, build your self-esteem, cope with depression and anxiety, and resolve any recurring patterns of conflict with your significant other. Learn more at jppsych.com or participate in a telephone consultation today and begin a treatment that will help you build the skills and insights you need to achieve your goals.
New Openings for Individuals & Couples (out-of-network) - Do you feel stuck in behaviors or routines that no longer serve you? Is your mindset preventing you from leading the life you wish to lead? Do you catch yourself comparing your life to those around you? I have the expertise to help you navigate life transitions, build your self-esteem, cope with depression and anxiety, and resolve any recurring patterns of conflict with your significant other. Learn more at jppsych.com or participate in a telephone consultation today and begin a treatment that will help you build the skills and insights you need to achieve your goals.
(781) 676-3199 View (781) 676-3199
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Clark Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
At Clark Counseling Services, LLC we focus on creating a holistic mental health counseling experience focused on your specific needs. Clark Counseling Services, LLC focuses on challenging and changing negative self-destructive thinking and behaviors to create a positive fulfilling life. If you are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, grieving the loss of a loved one, difficulty with work and/or relationships, feeling overwhelmed, difficulty managing or dealing with strong emotions or need support through a major life transition Clark Counseling Services, LLC may be able to help.
At Clark Counseling Services, LLC we focus on creating a holistic mental health counseling experience focused on your specific needs. Clark Counseling Services, LLC focuses on challenging and changing negative self-destructive thinking and behaviors to create a positive fulfilling life. If you are experiencing Depression, Anxiety, grieving the loss of a loved one, difficulty with work and/or relationships, feeling overwhelmed, difficulty managing or dealing with strong emotions or need support through a major life transition Clark Counseling Services, LLC may be able to help.
(860) 935-2141 View (860) 935-2141
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Katherine S Wenger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, M, Ed
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494
Although I was trained psycho-dynamically I have found over time that a variety of treatments have become increasingly useful in my work. I want the client to be a part of the treatment choice and plan. I do not want to just provide a service, but to help educate the client in order to help them become more independent in their future treatment needs. I feel; that no two clients fit the same box, as the client comes in and begins to open up about what has lead them to therapy, the treatment I use changes accordingly.
Although I was trained psycho-dynamically I have found over time that a variety of treatments have become increasingly useful in my work. I want the client to be a part of the treatment choice and plan. I do not want to just provide a service, but to help educate the client in order to help them become more independent in their future treatment needs. I feel; that no two clients fit the same box, as the client comes in and begins to open up about what has lead them to therapy, the treatment I use changes accordingly.
(978) 248-0832 View (978) 248-0832
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Aviva R Bock
Counselor, MA, EdM, CCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
From self criticism to self compassion. An open calm curious genuine exploration No shaming, no judgment only a question: What happened? What curve balls did life sent your way? My approach is holistic integrative and relational. If it works for you I will introduce you to a tool box of resources: somatic, energetic, EMDR, Flash etc as together we make sense of where you are now, what you are feeling, how to help you shift to a place of renewed empowerment and control, to be who you want to be and feel how you want to feel? A system/soul update to a renewed place of joy peace and harmony.
From self criticism to self compassion. An open calm curious genuine exploration No shaming, no judgment only a question: What happened? What curve balls did life sent your way? My approach is holistic integrative and relational. If it works for you I will introduce you to a tool box of resources: somatic, energetic, EMDR, Flash etc as together we make sense of where you are now, what you are feeling, how to help you shift to a place of renewed empowerment and control, to be who you want to be and feel how you want to feel? A system/soul update to a renewed place of joy peace and harmony.
(617) 446-3042 View (617) 446-3042
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Alan S Jacobson
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been treating adolescents, adults, couples, and families for over 20 years. I am trained in a wide variety of techniques that are designed to produce measurable and meaningful results. I also work with families and couples to help improve or repair relationships. My approach is positive, empathic, and solution-focused. Therapy results should not be a mystery - it should be clear that it works as you feel better, reach goals, and set new ones.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been treating adolescents, adults, couples, and families for over 20 years. I am trained in a wide variety of techniques that are designed to produce measurable and meaningful results. I also work with families and couples to help improve or repair relationships. My approach is positive, empathic, and solution-focused. Therapy results should not be a mystery - it should be clear that it works as you feel better, reach goals, and set new ones.
(617) 767-0148 View (617) 767-0148
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Judith Levin
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
One of the great joys of my work is the opportunity to help people create lives with greater meaning and purpose. Many of my clients are dealing with the "normal challenges of living." I work collaboratively with them, and while their current circumstances may be quite difficult, they transform their suffering by developing greater resilience. Through our work, my clients learn to make problems more manageable, gain greater clarity regarding their feelings and needs, and improve their communication skills. They learn to make choices that move their lives in better directions.
One of the great joys of my work is the opportunity to help people create lives with greater meaning and purpose. Many of my clients are dealing with the "normal challenges of living." I work collaboratively with them, and while their current circumstances may be quite difficult, they transform their suffering by developing greater resilience. Through our work, my clients learn to make problems more manageable, gain greater clarity regarding their feelings and needs, and improve their communication skills. They learn to make choices that move their lives in better directions.
(617) 682-9197 View (617) 682-9197
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WellesleyPsych
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Ingrid Raab is a licensed psychologist in Wellesley, MA, who treats panic disorders, phobias, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, and insomnia with a particular focus on anxiety management. Her approach follows the cognitive-behavioral model, integrating cognitive restructuring with mindfulness based stress-reduction therapy, applied physiology/biofeedback and psycho-dynamic therapy.
Dr. Ingrid Raab is a licensed psychologist in Wellesley, MA, who treats panic disorders, phobias, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, and insomnia with a particular focus on anxiety management. Her approach follows the cognitive-behavioral model, integrating cognitive restructuring with mindfulness based stress-reduction therapy, applied physiology/biofeedback and psycho-dynamic therapy.
(781) 780-2719 View (781) 780-2719
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Newton Biofeedback
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
I've been a practicing LICSW, for 28 years specializing in Life Coaching, Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for stress-related conditions, such as Migraines, Anxiety, Hypertension,Chronic pain, Weight loss, Insomnia and Tinnitus. Most people are unaware of ways in which our bodies react to thoughts and emotions.Your response to stress compromises your health and interferes with reaching personal goals.There is no need to suffer. I can help you to stop using ineffective coping skills and begin learning successful skills to achieve your full potential in all aspects of your life: Family, career, finances, relationships, and health.
I've been a practicing LICSW, for 28 years specializing in Life Coaching, Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for stress-related conditions, such as Migraines, Anxiety, Hypertension,Chronic pain, Weight loss, Insomnia and Tinnitus. Most people are unaware of ways in which our bodies react to thoughts and emotions.Your response to stress compromises your health and interferes with reaching personal goals.There is no need to suffer. I can help you to stop using ineffective coping skills and begin learning successful skills to achieve your full potential in all aspects of your life: Family, career, finances, relationships, and health.
(617) 410-8525 View (617) 410-8525
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Peggy Kriss
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'd like you to know that you can feel better, whether you're troubled by difficult feelings, thoughts, behaviors or situations. I work in a highly collaborative way, using empathy, education, humor, patience and lots of practice to help you reach your mental health and wellness goals. I'll introduce you to CBT, mindfulness, and acceptance based skills to build your resilience, confidence, and ability to manage uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, and to promote healthy relationships. I work with adults from college age and on. .
I'd like you to know that you can feel better, whether you're troubled by difficult feelings, thoughts, behaviors or situations. I work in a highly collaborative way, using empathy, education, humor, patience and lots of practice to help you reach your mental health and wellness goals. I'll introduce you to CBT, mindfulness, and acceptance based skills to build your resilience, confidence, and ability to manage uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, and to promote healthy relationships. I work with adults from college age and on. .
(617) 934-4525 View (617) 934-4525
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Mark Sorensen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
For over thirty years, I have been helping couples develop stronger and more intimate relationships. If it feels like walls have developed that are keeping you from being able to talk to your partner or to fully enjoy your relationship, then couples therapy can help. Together, we will come to understand what is getting in the way of connection and develop strategies and solutions for changing how you and your partner communicate. Conflicts in a relationship are natural yet they can create distance if not handled skillfully. Therapy will help you to learn ways of managing conflict that create closeness.
For over thirty years, I have been helping couples develop stronger and more intimate relationships. If it feels like walls have developed that are keeping you from being able to talk to your partner or to fully enjoy your relationship, then couples therapy can help. Together, we will come to understand what is getting in the way of connection and develop strategies and solutions for changing how you and your partner communicate. Conflicts in a relationship are natural yet they can create distance if not handled skillfully. Therapy will help you to learn ways of managing conflict that create closeness.
(617) 965-6283 View (617) 965-6283
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Jennifer F Wiech-Delaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
Now accepting clients for brief couple and parent counseling as well as adult and adolescent groups. This 6-8 session approach to couple therapy will incorporate techniques from Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and the Gottman Method to help clients quickly assess and make changes to enhance the quality of their relationships and navigate new challenges that emerge at various life stages. Brief parent counseling can help clients consider how to utilize and adapt their parenting style to fit the unique, developmental needs of their child(ren), particularly those facing social emotional difficulties.
Now accepting clients for brief couple and parent counseling as well as adult and adolescent groups. This 6-8 session approach to couple therapy will incorporate techniques from Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and the Gottman Method to help clients quickly assess and make changes to enhance the quality of their relationships and navigate new challenges that emerge at various life stages. Brief parent counseling can help clients consider how to utilize and adapt their parenting style to fit the unique, developmental needs of their child(ren), particularly those facing social emotional difficulties.
(508) 213-5534 View (508) 213-5534
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Susan Ryerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Needham, MA 02492
Many young adults, college students, and adolescents struggle with challenges related to managing ADHD, anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience working with ADHD and help clients manage symptoms and challenges through education, a compassionate understanding and the development of individualized strategies to help with your particular challenges. I am a certified CBT therapist and find this evidence based therapy a cornerstone in treating anxiety and depression. Sometimes these challenges coexist with each other. We will work together to decide what your particular needs are and develop a plan that fits those needs.
Many young adults, college students, and adolescents struggle with challenges related to managing ADHD, anxiety and depression. I have extensive experience working with ADHD and help clients manage symptoms and challenges through education, a compassionate understanding and the development of individualized strategies to help with your particular challenges. I am a certified CBT therapist and find this evidence based therapy a cornerstone in treating anxiety and depression. Sometimes these challenges coexist with each other. We will work together to decide what your particular needs are and develop a plan that fits those needs.
(339) 224-5136 View (339) 224-5136
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Rosa M Buffone
Counselor, MA, LMHC, RMT
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Providing professional & compassionate care to older adults and their loved ones in dealing with the numerous challenges of aging and life transitions. A comprehensive range of services includes psychotherapy, spiritual direction and care management.
Providing professional & compassionate care to older adults and their loved ones in dealing with the numerous challenges of aging and life transitions. A comprehensive range of services includes psychotherapy, spiritual direction and care management.
(617) 858-6913 View (617) 858-6913
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.