Positive Psychology Therapists in 02492

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Helen M Ceres
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
I have been providing collaborative, interactive therapy services to children, adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, couples, and family for over 25 years. I am eclectic in approach, beginning with Relational and Client-Centered models, incorporating Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, and Family Systems Therapies; addressing Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Grief, Loss and Trauma, Adjustment Disorders, Anger/Frustration management, Self Esteem and Confidence Building, Social/Relationship Building Skills, LGBTQ, Parenting Coaching/Skills.
I have been providing collaborative, interactive therapy services to children, adolescents, teens, young adults, adults, couples, and family for over 25 years. I am eclectic in approach, beginning with Relational and Client-Centered models, incorporating Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, and Family Systems Therapies; addressing Anxiety, Mood Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Grief, Loss and Trauma, Adjustment Disorders, Anger/Frustration management, Self Esteem and Confidence Building, Social/Relationship Building Skills, LGBTQ, Parenting Coaching/Skills.
(617) 934-0195 View (617) 934-0195
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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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Edye Caine Psy D Candidate
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
Perhaps you have been doing your best to work through personal problems or issues and are still feeling blocked. Traditional counseling may be able to help you recognize your patterns, not necessarily resolve them. Sometimes it is helpful to work with someone who can provide insight, helping to move energy so that you can make a positive shift in your life. I can help you on your journey simply because I've been there. I would be grateful to have the opportunity to help you to understand how you too can learn to embrace your own journey moving forward with confidence and purpose.
Perhaps you have been doing your best to work through personal problems or issues and are still feeling blocked. Traditional counseling may be able to help you recognize your patterns, not necessarily resolve them. Sometimes it is helpful to work with someone who can provide insight, helping to move energy so that you can make a positive shift in your life. I can help you on your journey simply because I've been there. I would be grateful to have the opportunity to help you to understand how you too can learn to embrace your own journey moving forward with confidence and purpose.
(914) 350-4429 View (914) 350-4429
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Margo Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
I am an interactive, insight-oriented and solution-focused therapist. With compassion and understanding, I will work with you to help you build on your strengths, and attain the personal growth you are looking for.
I am an interactive, insight-oriented and solution-focused therapist. With compassion and understanding, I will work with you to help you build on your strengths, and attain the personal growth you are looking for.
(781) 518-0163 View (781) 518-0163
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Tanya Cherkerzian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
Welcome to my practice! I invite you to consider working together to address your specific goals and challenges in a supportive and collaborative way. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults with issues of anxiety, specific phobias, depression, trauma, mood dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions and building coping strategies and resilience. I believe that with challenge comes an opportunity for inner growth and strength. Mindset is a powerful tool that can help you to feel strong, calm, and confident.
Welcome to my practice! I invite you to consider working together to address your specific goals and challenges in a supportive and collaborative way. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults with issues of anxiety, specific phobias, depression, trauma, mood dysregulation, adjustment to life transitions and building coping strategies and resilience. I believe that with challenge comes an opportunity for inner growth and strength. Mindset is a powerful tool that can help you to feel strong, calm, and confident.
(617) 658-3834 View (617) 658-3834
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Barbara E Livingston
Counselor, DMin, LMHC, DipACLM
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
If you find yourself asking deeper questions about what really matters to you, what gives your life meaning and purpose despite having done all you "should," psychotherapy can be extremely helpful and supportive as you how determine how to go forward, better. We'll talk about creating and living a life more aligned to what you imagine it could be. For clients who want to make change in how to eat well, sleep 7 hours, do regular physical activity, and effectively manage stress, my certification as a Lifestyle Medicine specialist enables me to knowledgeably help you in becoming your healthiest self.
If you find yourself asking deeper questions about what really matters to you, what gives your life meaning and purpose despite having done all you "should," psychotherapy can be extremely helpful and supportive as you how determine how to go forward, better. We'll talk about creating and living a life more aligned to what you imagine it could be. For clients who want to make change in how to eat well, sleep 7 hours, do regular physical activity, and effectively manage stress, my certification as a Lifestyle Medicine specialist enables me to knowledgeably help you in becoming your healthiest self.
(617) 683-1541 View (617) 683-1541
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Amisha Raja
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
(I AM accepting new patients at this time. Private Pay or BCBS only) I value and respect diversity. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and believe we have much to learn from each other. Through Telehealth and in person services, I have been working with clients with a diverse range of needs. My immediate focus is on establishing a trusting relationship with clients and working together to address whatever clients are struggling with in their lives. I value collaboration, focusing on strengths, and utilizing those strengths to overcome difficulties.
(I AM accepting new patients at this time. Private Pay or BCBS only) I value and respect diversity. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and believe we have much to learn from each other. Through Telehealth and in person services, I have been working with clients with a diverse range of needs. My immediate focus is on establishing a trusting relationship with clients and working together to address whatever clients are struggling with in their lives. I value collaboration, focusing on strengths, and utilizing those strengths to overcome difficulties.
(339) 777-6089 View (339) 777-6089
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Christer Larsson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with boys and men in individual, as well as in family therapy, with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am deeply committed to human growth and development, and will in an engaging and interactive psychotherapy work with you to clearly define your goals with the expectation of reducing the depression, anxiety, or other difficulties that you want to be free from. This therapeutic approach can best be described as collaborative, cognitive-behavioral, experiential, strength-based, mindfulness-based, practice- based, and goal-oriented. Feel free to contact me.
I specialize in working with boys and men in individual, as well as in family therapy, with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am deeply committed to human growth and development, and will in an engaging and interactive psychotherapy work with you to clearly define your goals with the expectation of reducing the depression, anxiety, or other difficulties that you want to be free from. This therapeutic approach can best be described as collaborative, cognitive-behavioral, experiential, strength-based, mindfulness-based, practice- based, and goal-oriented. Feel free to contact me.
(857) 230-0421 View (857) 230-0421
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Nancy S Hoffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with extensive experience in treating adults. At some point, we all have to deal with the effects of life's stressors, be they at the loss of a relationship or job; a parent's or spouse's illness; the onset of a medical condition; conflict within a relationship; or other sudden and unwelcome changes in life's routine. Everyone has strengths that are silenced by such stressors and I specialize in helping clients to deal with those stressors by bringing back those strengths. Through conversation, support, and humor, I help clients learn to feel strong again in the face of adversity.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with extensive experience in treating adults. At some point, we all have to deal with the effects of life's stressors, be they at the loss of a relationship or job; a parent's or spouse's illness; the onset of a medical condition; conflict within a relationship; or other sudden and unwelcome changes in life's routine. Everyone has strengths that are silenced by such stressors and I specialize in helping clients to deal with those stressors by bringing back those strengths. Through conversation, support, and humor, I help clients learn to feel strong again in the face of adversity.
(617) 505-1274 View (617) 505-1274
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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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Dr. Katsiaryna Aniskovich
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
Hello, I'm Katerina Aniskovich, a dual-licensed school psychologist and mental health counselor. With a wealth of experience across various settings, such as clinical, outpatient, and school, I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults with neurodiverse backgrounds. Together, we work on enhancing coping strategies, learning style, executive functioning, and resiliency skills, so my clients can become more successful problem solvers, learners, and team players. While in session I offer a supportive environment where you can feel safe to share your thoughts and ready to learn new skills.
Hello, I'm Katerina Aniskovich, a dual-licensed school psychologist and mental health counselor. With a wealth of experience across various settings, such as clinical, outpatient, and school, I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults with neurodiverse backgrounds. Together, we work on enhancing coping strategies, learning style, executive functioning, and resiliency skills, so my clients can become more successful problem solvers, learners, and team players. While in session I offer a supportive environment where you can feel safe to share your thoughts and ready to learn new skills.
(781) 512-7451 View (781) 512-7451
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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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Elayne S Daniels
Psychologist, PhD, RYT
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
I individually tailor interventions and work collaboratively to help navigate through life's ups and downs. Treatment incorporates empirically based approaches with humor, homework, music, and other techniques. My caseload includes individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, self-injury, body image difficulties, and/or other coping challenges. I treat men and women, teens and adults. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher with specialized yoga training to treat eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, depression, trauma, and anxiety. I am a Licensed Body Positive facilitator as well.
I individually tailor interventions and work collaboratively to help navigate through life's ups and downs. Treatment incorporates empirically based approaches with humor, homework, music, and other techniques. My caseload includes individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, self-injury, body image difficulties, and/or other coping challenges. I treat men and women, teens and adults. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher with specialized yoga training to treat eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, depression, trauma, and anxiety. I am a Licensed Body Positive facilitator as well.
(781) 990-0813 View (781) 990-0813
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Christine E. Kowalcky
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
NOTE: ...At this time, my sole availability is Tuesdays at 2pm/telehealth only... Our lives consist of welcome routines and happy memories, turning points and challenges. Sometimes it is painfully difficult. Perhaps you have experienced the loss of a dream or a loved one, or been unable to move past a traumatic event. Maybe life feels like a daily rut, void of meaning or joy. Even in the company of people who care about us we can feel alone, sad or overwhelmed. The good news is we can find connection, experience change and move through pain and struggle to a place of greater freedom and happiness.
NOTE: ...At this time, my sole availability is Tuesdays at 2pm/telehealth only... Our lives consist of welcome routines and happy memories, turning points and challenges. Sometimes it is painfully difficult. Perhaps you have experienced the loss of a dream or a loved one, or been unable to move past a traumatic event. Maybe life feels like a daily rut, void of meaning or joy. Even in the company of people who care about us we can feel alone, sad or overwhelmed. The good news is we can find connection, experience change and move through pain and struggle to a place of greater freedom and happiness.
(781) 990-0518 View (781) 990-0518
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Christopher Pagano
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
For over 25 years I have helped adults, couples, teens and children find ways to manage anxiety, depression and trauma in order to achieve an increased capacity for enjoyment in relationships and life. I strive to create a safe environment, where taking risks to connect with emotions leads to increased insight and motivation to change. I take an active approach to help clients achieve their goals and resolve their problems. When treating children, I work closely with parents, providing careful guidance about how to help their child develop and thrive.
For over 25 years I have helped adults, couples, teens and children find ways to manage anxiety, depression and trauma in order to achieve an increased capacity for enjoyment in relationships and life. I strive to create a safe environment, where taking risks to connect with emotions leads to increased insight and motivation to change. I take an active approach to help clients achieve their goals and resolve their problems. When treating children, I work closely with parents, providing careful guidance about how to help their child develop and thrive.
(617) 944-1025 View (617) 944-1025
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Garima L Menon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
Most of us do the best we can with the resources we have. Sometimes we think no one understands our worries & fears. If open to it, we want to work with a therapist when our usual ways of relating aren't helping & we feel stuck, anxious, angry or depressed. Therapy often helps provide insight into our strengths & internal resources we already have to help navigate challenging times. In sessions, I focus on working with clients to unlock this strength to steer their lives in the direction they want. I bring curiosity, warmth, respect, & empathy to my sessions.
Most of us do the best we can with the resources we have. Sometimes we think no one understands our worries & fears. If open to it, we want to work with a therapist when our usual ways of relating aren't helping & we feel stuck, anxious, angry or depressed. Therapy often helps provide insight into our strengths & internal resources we already have to help navigate challenging times. In sessions, I focus on working with clients to unlock this strength to steer their lives in the direction they want. I bring curiosity, warmth, respect, & empathy to my sessions.
(617) 917-2337 View (617) 917-2337
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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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Alexandra Haney
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of women and teenage girls. My goal is to provide a safe, trusting, and caring environment for each of my clients. I am compassionate and encouraging and know that sometimes people need to be challenged in order to take the risks that facilitate change. I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including perinatal mental health, anxiety, mood disorders, disordered eating, trauma, relational conflict, and general life adjustment difficulties.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of women and teenage girls. My goal is to provide a safe, trusting, and caring environment for each of my clients. I am compassionate and encouraging and know that sometimes people need to be challenged in order to take the risks that facilitate change. I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including perinatal mental health, anxiety, mood disorders, disordered eating, trauma, relational conflict, and general life adjustment difficulties.
(617) 934-7516 View (617) 934-7516
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Alison Siersdale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02492  (Online Only)
I focus on parents and those trying to become parents. Parenting is demanding and nonstop. Once you think you have it figured out, there is always something new from infants to adult children. It also brings on extra strain in areas such as finances, relationships, careers, and self care. In addition, sometimes family planning does not go as expected. I help parents deal with infertility, miscarriage, loss, etc. Mothers also can have difficult pregnancies, birth trauma, and postpartum depression and anxiety. I'm here to listen, help you identify ways to cope, and help you work through realistic solutions.
I focus on parents and those trying to become parents. Parenting is demanding and nonstop. Once you think you have it figured out, there is always something new from infants to adult children. It also brings on extra strain in areas such as finances, relationships, careers, and self care. In addition, sometimes family planning does not go as expected. I help parents deal with infertility, miscarriage, loss, etc. Mothers also can have difficult pregnancies, birth trauma, and postpartum depression and anxiety. I'm here to listen, help you identify ways to cope, and help you work through realistic solutions.
(857) 419-5703 View (857) 419-5703
Positive Psychology Therapists

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.