Self-Harming Therapists in 02105
Jessica A McPartland-Walsh
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02105
I am a licensed mental health counselor focusing on evidence-based interventions, specifically, cognitive behavioral therapy and child and family therapy. My area of specialty include working with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, self esteem, gender issues, college and life transitions, and complex trauma including self harm and suicidal ideation, supporting stressful life circumstances and creating healthy boundaries. Additionally, I have extensive experience in family systems and working with parents to support their children’s needs.
I am a licensed mental health counselor focusing on evidence-based interventions, specifically, cognitive behavioral therapy and child and family therapy. My area of specialty include working with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, self esteem, gender issues, college and life transitions, and complex trauma including self harm and suicidal ideation, supporting stressful life circumstances and creating healthy boundaries. Additionally, I have extensive experience in family systems and working with parents to support their children’s needs.
Brennan Orlando
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02105 (Online Only)
I understand starting therapy can feel daunting, I aim to create a safe, comforting, and supportive environment for the individuals I work with. It takes time to get to know each other, and we will go at a pace that works for you. Our first session will include important information about your history, past therapy, family dynamics, identify your current symptoms, and together prioritize what you want to work on. From there, we will develop treatment goals to decrease your identified stressors.
I understand starting therapy can feel daunting, I aim to create a safe, comforting, and supportive environment for the individuals I work with. It takes time to get to know each other, and we will go at a pace that works for you. Our first session will include important information about your history, past therapy, family dynamics, identify your current symptoms, and together prioritize what you want to work on. From there, we will develop treatment goals to decrease your identified stressors.
Christine Campbell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02105 (Online Only)
Welcome! I have openings today for online counseling. I have 11+ years of experience in the mental health field working mostly with children and adolescents who have mental health struggles and severe emotional/behavioral challenges including symptoms related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, conflict resolution, issues with social media, self-advocacy and social skill deficits.
Welcome! I have openings today for online counseling. I have 11+ years of experience in the mental health field working mostly with children and adolescents who have mental health struggles and severe emotional/behavioral challenges including symptoms related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, conflict resolution, issues with social media, self-advocacy and social skill deficits.
Erin McGreevy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02105 (Online Only)
Taking the first step into your own wellness can feel exciting and scary at the same time. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed with life expectations or struggling to connect with loved ones. Have you felt more down or isolated lately? More sad or feeling out of control with your emotions and reactions? Are you wanting to form better relationships or have more confidence in your self? Together we can work on that and identify any barriers that might be in the way on your path to healing.
Taking the first step into your own wellness can feel exciting and scary at the same time. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed with life expectations or struggling to connect with loved ones. Have you felt more down or isolated lately? More sad or feeling out of control with your emotions and reactions? Are you wanting to form better relationships or have more confidence in your self? Together we can work on that and identify any barriers that might be in the way on your path to healing.
Chelsea Hepburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02105
You are on the human journey. It is a path of challenges, victories, joy, pain, love, loss, and uncertainty. These experiences are universal, their effects on us and our mental health are real and nurturing it - is essential. Whatever has prompted you to seek help, wisdom, or a new perspective indicates a willingness for growth and improvement. Everyone needs support and the tools to promote their inner wellbeing. Working with me, you will have access to care that works for you and with you - all of you. Your past, your traumas, your realities, and your desires.
You are on the human journey. It is a path of challenges, victories, joy, pain, love, loss, and uncertainty. These experiences are universal, their effects on us and our mental health are real and nurturing it - is essential. Whatever has prompted you to seek help, wisdom, or a new perspective indicates a willingness for growth and improvement. Everyone needs support and the tools to promote their inner wellbeing. Working with me, you will have access to care that works for you and with you - all of you. Your past, your traumas, your realities, and your desires.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.