Multicultural Therapists in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

Life at times can be challenging, and there is no rule book on how to navigate it. Therapy can be used as a guide to dealing with challenges at the moment, and provide you with the tools for continuing to face obstacles that may come in the future. The relationship between client and therapist is one of the most important parts of therapy, so I use a humanistic approach when engaging with my clients. Some of my specialties include depression, anxiety, multicultural concerns, life transitions, and the military/veterans community. I look forward to working with you along this journey!

I have been in private practice in the Boston/Cambridge area for 30 years working with adults and adolescents, couples and families. I work with clients utilizing a trauma informed lens as well as elements of liberation psychology. I feel all clinical work must begin with a thorough understanding of a client's multiple identities and how those identities interact within their communities and the larger culture.  My work and my passion are embedded in a deep commitment to social justice.

I provide individual psychotherapy and have experience working with people who struggle with a variety of life challenges and emotional concerns including relationship issues, work and academic struggles, family difficulties, codependence, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. My practice welcomes adults with all gender identities and diverse backgrounds. I specialize primarily in psychodynamic and psychoanalytically-oriented therapy and integrate different treatment approaches, when appropriate, to address the unique needs and concerns of each person.

What stands between you and your Happiness? I welcome you as we develop trust and explore what is getting in the way of you experiencing a more satisfying life. I have been privileged to work with children, teens, and adults with a wide variety of family histories. Often our childhood experiences play a big part in how we develop as adults. Post COVID 19, some have a new set of fears and real issues regarding work, health, and relationships. I have specialized and trained with ADD, Depression, Trauma, and, Anxiety, and there are many tools (Mindfulness, CBT, Compassionate Inquiry) that we can explore to see which is most supportive.

Do you ever feel like you’re doing well in some areas but held back in others by anxiety or self-doubt? Have you noticed how past experiences impact your ability to trust or handle relationships? If this sounds like you, this might be the right time to work with a therapist who can help. Together, we’ll tackle these challenges, rebuilding confidence, easing anxiety, strengthening relationships, and paving the way for a more fulfilling life. Discover the positive impact of therapy with an experienced psychologist.

I am an experienced bicultural licensed psychotherapist and psychoanalyst in private practice in Cambridge, Massachusetts. I provide individual and couples treatment to adults that consult for emotional and relational struggles that stem from past traumatic experiences, dissociation, depression, and anxiety, as well as people with ongoing stress related to experiences of immigration, relocation, and life transitions in general. I have specialized training in the treatment of complex trauma and refugee trauma. My office is conveniently located between Harvard and Central Square in Cambridge.

Therapy is not only for times of crises and hitting "rock bottom." It is a space for self-exploration, reflection, and intention setting. I recognize that seeking therapy and professional support can be intimidating. I support folks in overcoming stuckness, and ambivalence, disrupting internalized toxic and limiting beliefs, and finding their voice and confidence through spiritual and ancestral healing and practices to encourage optimal changes in the mind, community, body, and spirit.

Our unique life experiences influence how we relate to ourselves, and others. This is the lived lens through which we approach problems. We all have latent capabilities and skills to overcome challenges, but may find it hard to access them. It can be very helpful to speak with an objective person to gain insight and a better understanding of oneself. I work from an empowerment model, with a compassionate approach. I endeavor to build a therapeutic relationship founded on equality, trust and safety to achieve mutually agreed upon goals.

Therapy provides a space for us to develop a deeper understanding of our internal world, our patterns, and our suffering. Oftentimes, we might find that concepts and emotions left unattended to are keeping us stuck or unsatisfied. Together, we can be curious about your thoughts, feelings, and fantasies and uncover new meaning and ways of coping. I collaborate with patients to work towards a more fulfilling life and a better relationship with the self. I emphasize that you are the expert of your life, and empower you to make the changes you desire.

Welcome to my profile! Thank you for taking the time to explore the possibilities that are there for you in your journey towards understanding who you are and where would you like to be. My ideal client is someone who is courageous enough to be curious about themselves and would be open to therapeutic interventions such as EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis. I have a particular interest in treating trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, and anxiety (which includes general anxiety , performance anxiety, phobias and panic attacks).

Therapy gives us the opportunity to be curious about who we are and empowers us to choose our future. I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment in which you can explore what may be interfering with your ability to find true self-expression and engage in meaningful relationships. My work is informed by psychodynamic concepts within a social justice lens. I believe that we all have capacities for growth and healing. Therapy provides us a space to listen more deeply to ourselves, develop insight, and choose our path forward.

I work with children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families to help overcome a variety of stressors including anxiety, depression, impulse control and executive functioning issues like ADHD/language processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, blended family struggles, academic challenges (from performance anxiety to IEPs and therapeutic schools), oppositional behaviors, and substance use. My clients describe me as warm, dedicated, and helpful. I tailor my approach to each client or family using an active-listening, strengths-based approach to build a trusting relationship and help clients identify and attain solutions that improve their functioning and relationships.

When Life Happens, Give Therapy a Try...Are you overwhelmed or stressed or dealing with difficult people or complicated situations? Do you need help focusing on what you can control or change? I can help by supporting you in identifying those first steps of difficult decision-making and positive changes. I have a realistic/non-judgmental approach and offer practical suggestions for mental wellness and recovery. I use evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address a wide range of presented problems, issues, and concerns. I specialize in Corporate Burn Out, Anxiety, Depression, Stressors from Parenting and Work.

Seeking therapy is a sign of personal strength. Often people who engage in therapy are actually doing well in life, but would like to do better in one area or another. It takes awareness in our lives and courage to be able to reach out for help. I strive to put people at ease in building the therapeutic relationship. I also greatly value individual differences and approach each client with an open-minded and non-judgmental stance. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of a successful experience in therapy.

I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 43 years. I believe that psychotherapy can heal pain and help people to live more fulfilling lives through a collaborative working relationship between therapist and client/patient. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, repeated problematic relationship patterns, grief, a history of or current trauma, aging, and identity development.

I'm a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I understand that seeking a therapist is an act of profound courage and wellness, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns. I work with you at your own pace to recognize, validate, and support your natural strengths while gently challenging you to identify, understand, and alleviate symptoms, suffering, and barriers to fulfillment.

I focus on building a trusting relationship through empathy, caring, and compassion. In my practice I incorporate aspects of relational and psychodynamic approaches, including mindfulness and an awareness of the mind/body connection, to facilitate change and promote healing. I honor each individual's uniqueness, diversity, and cultural influences, and use these to guide me as a clinician to provide support, identify existing strengths, and work towards health, well-being, and happiness.

Chabreah Alston is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Drama Therapist. She received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Drama Therapy from Lesley University. Chabreah uses a Trauma-Informed approach to treat individuals and has experience in Expressive Therapies, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Substance Use Prevention and Treatment, Sober Living and working with Court-Involved youth and families.  

Welcome to my page. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with college/ graduate students, professionals, and adults across the lifespan. I specialize in helping clients navigating through anxiety, depression, crises of meaning, life transitions, and relationship difficulties, focusing deeply on the ways in which we lose and find ourselves.