Narrative Therapists in 02465

Photo of Sherry Cohen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 02465, MA
Sherry Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience in addictions, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, money issues, career issues & body image. My interactive, insightful style is direct, perceptive, spontaneous & sensitive. Self-awareness & self-care along with stress management skill building are keys to healthy living. My clients tell me they find me easy to talk with and that they feel helped by our work together. I am the recipient of the National Association of Social Workers (MA chapter) 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award.
I have extensive experience in addictions, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, money issues, career issues & body image. My interactive, insightful style is direct, perceptive, spontaneous & sensitive. Self-awareness & self-care along with stress management skill building are keys to healthy living. My clients tell me they find me easy to talk with and that they feel helped by our work together. I am the recipient of the National Association of Social Workers (MA chapter) 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award.
(617) 379-6722 View (617) 379-6722
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Constance Mccashin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
West Newton, MA 02465
I have a concentration of clients among college age students, and young adults. I specialize in eating disorders, and related issues. I also have a strong background in the performing arts, and see a significant number of creative clients. For twelve years I worked in a college counseling center. This has afforded me the opportunity to work with students who struggle with the concerns of people in their late teens, early twenties: depression; anxiety; ADD; OCD; substance abuse (as well as the more common issues surrounding living away from home, roommates, academic rigor, awaking sexual identity, etc.)
I have a concentration of clients among college age students, and young adults. I specialize in eating disorders, and related issues. I also have a strong background in the performing arts, and see a significant number of creative clients. For twelve years I worked in a college counseling center. This has afforded me the opportunity to work with students who struggle with the concerns of people in their late teens, early twenties: depression; anxiety; ADD; OCD; substance abuse (as well as the more common issues surrounding living away from home, roommates, academic rigor, awaking sexual identity, etc.)
(617) 300-0563 View (617) 300-0563
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Benjamin Lee
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling anxious? I specialize in anxiety, and also have extensive training and experience to help with depression, stress, parenting, life transitions, and health-related problems (e.g., obesity, chronic illness, tobacco use, etc.).
Feeling anxious? I specialize in anxiety, and also have extensive training and experience to help with depression, stress, parenting, life transitions, and health-related problems (e.g., obesity, chronic illness, tobacco use, etc.).
(617) 545-0285 View (617) 545-0285
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Uma Chandrika Millner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465  (Online Only)
I believe that psychotherapy is a unique and meaningful relationship characterized by compassion. Therapy provides supportive holding spaces for individuals to grow, heal, and make changes that individuals want. I approach my psychotherapy work with gentleness and care and have utmost positive regard for the individuals, couples, and families who seek my help. I am invested in close, collaborative, and empowerment-oriented relationships with my clients. I will work with you to understand and identify the best way that therapy can suit your needs.
I believe that psychotherapy is a unique and meaningful relationship characterized by compassion. Therapy provides supportive holding spaces for individuals to grow, heal, and make changes that individuals want. I approach my psychotherapy work with gentleness and care and have utmost positive regard for the individuals, couples, and families who seek my help. I am invested in close, collaborative, and empowerment-oriented relationships with my clients. I will work with you to understand and identify the best way that therapy can suit your needs.
(617) 826-8505 View (617) 826-8505
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Point Allerton Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm T.Lee Shostack (Say TEElee). I have current openings for relationship and individual therapy in Massachusetts and Vermont for clients dealing with anxiety; people in larger bodies; queer and trans folks; students and faculty in higher education; those dealing with life transitions or changes; and anyone working on relationship/communication challenges, including ethical non monogamy. If you are looking for someone with over a decade of experience with a high level of expertise in these areas we might be a good fit. I would be happy to do a free video consult to learn more about your needs and goals and how I can help you.
Hi, I'm T.Lee Shostack (Say TEElee). I have current openings for relationship and individual therapy in Massachusetts and Vermont for clients dealing with anxiety; people in larger bodies; queer and trans folks; students and faculty in higher education; those dealing with life transitions or changes; and anyone working on relationship/communication challenges, including ethical non monogamy. If you are looking for someone with over a decade of experience with a high level of expertise in these areas we might be a good fit. I would be happy to do a free video consult to learn more about your needs and goals and how I can help you.
(617) 655-8488 View (617) 655-8488
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Alison Thurber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465
Life offers both the opportunity and the challenge of navigating assorted relationships in our personal and professional lives. Many people struggle to thrive in these relationships because of barriers to communication, trust, or accumulated stressors - any of which can result from unresolved conflicts or traumas. I work with individuals who may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other impediments to satisfying relationships. I also work with couples and families who are seeking support in recovering feelings of intimacy or repairing painful fractures in the relationship.
Life offers both the opportunity and the challenge of navigating assorted relationships in our personal and professional lives. Many people struggle to thrive in these relationships because of barriers to communication, trust, or accumulated stressors - any of which can result from unresolved conflicts or traumas. I work with individuals who may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other impediments to satisfying relationships. I also work with couples and families who are seeking support in recovering feelings of intimacy or repairing painful fractures in the relationship.
(203) 446-3284 View (203) 446-3284
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Richard L Phillipps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
West Newton, MA 02465  (Online Only)
For over 30 years I've been helping people overcome obstacles that seem insurmountable. I have special expertise in the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, and emotional issues related to physical illness. My dual background in Public Health and Social Work enables me to help people who have both psychological and health issues. I'm a strong advocate for family, peer and community support when acceptable to my clients.
For over 30 years I've been helping people overcome obstacles that seem insurmountable. I have special expertise in the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, and emotional issues related to physical illness. My dual background in Public Health and Social Work enables me to help people who have both psychological and health issues. I'm a strong advocate for family, peer and community support when acceptable to my clients.
(617) 440-7138 View (617) 440-7138
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Andrea Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465
I believe people are experts in their own lives; my goal is to partner with you to find answers and solutions to address the challenges you are facing. Whether you are looking for individual, couples or family therapy, you will find my approach to be collaborative and solution-focused with strong CBT leanings. Perhaps you are struggling to cope with an eating disorder, overwhelming anxiety or depression. We can work together to address these challenges.
I believe people are experts in their own lives; my goal is to partner with you to find answers and solutions to address the challenges you are facing. Whether you are looking for individual, couples or family therapy, you will find my approach to be collaborative and solution-focused with strong CBT leanings. Perhaps you are struggling to cope with an eating disorder, overwhelming anxiety or depression. We can work together to address these challenges.
(617) 934-5474 View (617) 934-5474
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Dr. Mitch Abblett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02465
As a Boston-area psychologist for over 15 years, I focus on mindfulness-based work with teens, parents, families with whom I facilitate healthy change and growth. I have clinical experience from various settings (hospitals, outpatient clinics, residential facilities & therapeutic schools). For over a decade, I served as the Clinical Director of the Manville School at Judge Baker Children's Center in Boston - a Harvard-affiliated therapeutic school program for kids with emotional, behavioral and learning difficulties. I also recently served as the Executive Director of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy (IMP) in Boston.
As a Boston-area psychologist for over 15 years, I focus on mindfulness-based work with teens, parents, families with whom I facilitate healthy change and growth. I have clinical experience from various settings (hospitals, outpatient clinics, residential facilities & therapeutic schools). For over a decade, I served as the Clinical Director of the Manville School at Judge Baker Children's Center in Boston - a Harvard-affiliated therapeutic school program for kids with emotional, behavioral and learning difficulties. I also recently served as the Executive Director of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy (IMP) in Boston.
(774) 237-2098 View (774) 237-2098
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Jennifer Ruhl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
West Newton, MA 02465
Please note: I currently have limited openings , daytime only( before 2 pm). I am a licensed independent social worker , licensed in MA and ME, with 20+ years of experience providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Clients describe me as warm, empathic, flexible, genuine, humorous and direct. I view the therapy process as a collaborative one in which you and I work together to address your challenges and allow you to move forward in a healthy way.
Please note: I currently have limited openings , daytime only( before 2 pm). I am a licensed independent social worker , licensed in MA and ME, with 20+ years of experience providing therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Clients describe me as warm, empathic, flexible, genuine, humorous and direct. I view the therapy process as a collaborative one in which you and I work together to address your challenges and allow you to move forward in a healthy way.
(781) 253-8145 View (781) 253-8145
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N. Page Kohlhepp, JD, MSW, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02465
Not accepting new clients
I welcome working with adults of all ages to explore challenges of major life transitions, which often involve anxiety, depression, grief, or anger. For clients who want to better manage stress, I teach and coach self-regulation techniques to help build resilience. I partner with those who wish to understand themselves better, treat themselves better, and live more satisfying and meaningful lives. Many find that talking with a therapist helps them to identify their feelings, improve communication and connection to others, find the strength to make necessary changes, and to live a more authentic life.
I welcome working with adults of all ages to explore challenges of major life transitions, which often involve anxiety, depression, grief, or anger. For clients who want to better manage stress, I teach and coach self-regulation techniques to help build resilience. I partner with those who wish to understand themselves better, treat themselves better, and live more satisfying and meaningful lives. Many find that talking with a therapist helps them to identify their feelings, improve communication and connection to others, find the strength to make necessary changes, and to live a more authentic life.
(781) 325-4458 View (781) 325-4458

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Narrative Therapists

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.