Therapists in Weston, MA

Breaking free from emotional and psychological wounds can be harder to heal than physical wounds! Predators come in many forms...some are covert, sneaky and manipulative, while others are bold, in your face and irrefutable! My trauma-informed care & psychoed approach will support you in understanding and processing your trauma and struggles. This, while educating and coaching you on selfcare, selflove and self compassion, as you heal. I'll help you command the boundary boss living within, to emerge. Life gets stressful -I get it! Need help in striking that delicate balance in a world of uncertainties! You're in the right place.

Allison loves working individually with adults and young adults as well as with children and adolescents and their families. Allison enjoys helping people with a variety of mental illnesses, including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges in kids. Allison also enjoys helping people with general stress related to changes in life or general dissatisfaction with parts of your life. Allison also enjoys working with people who need help finding their own independence and/or need support with setting boundaries with others.

I am fully certified in two evidence based therapies1) EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and 2) IFS or Internal Family Systems Therapy. In a very SAFE manner, they can be VERY effective. I emphasize the word SAFE because NOTHING is ever discussed unless YOU are comfortable discussing it. You're "the boss" as to what we cover/discuss in therapy.

We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.

Telehealth Only - Licensed in MA, NH, and VT. I am passionate about helping people overcome and grow from life's difficulties. I work with young adults and women to discover their strength and resiliency. I am committed to bringing authenticity and compassion to each moment through mindfulness and empathy. I offer a nonjudgmental flexible approach that will not rush you in the process of growth. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with concrete solutions and coping strategies, equipping my clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.

Are you feeling stressed and having trouble finding effective ways to cope? Are you worried that your mental health symptoms are impacting your ability to reach your goals or have healthy relationships? For over a decade, I have been providing counseling to help people deal more effectively with stress and mental health symptoms while moving toward what they truly value. I can help you set meaningful goals and make measurable progress toward these goals. I am comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds and experiencing a variety of problems.

I enjoy working creatively with clients. Whether you suffer from anxiety, problems with a loved one or you can't make a decision, I have experience in problem-solving using your strengths. I work with families, teens, and adults who are stressed and totally 'stuck.' I've lived and raised my children in Cambridge, MA and Cuba, and love the diversity of working with inter-racial and trans-national families. I also worked in Tchad. I work with college-bound adults who are balancing social needs with a heavy workload. Is therapy work? Definitely. Is there support available? Yes. In Spanish we say- vale la peña -it is worth it.

Is anxiety or depression preventing you from living a more fulfilling life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition? Are you unable to move on from an upsetting or traumatic past experience? I help patients change patterns of behavior that are no longer working, and learn new and more effective ways of coping and engaging with life. I believe that embedded in the painful crises that usually bring individuals and couples to therapy, there are also opportunities for self understanding and mastery that can be discovered and realized in a safe healing relationship.

"Dr. Ducharme is a licensed clinical psychologist with approximately 35 years of experience. Throughout his career, Dr. Ducharme has been affiliated with Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Medicine. He remains on the staff of BMC, however since the onset of Covid 19 his practice has transitioned to a virtual practice. In addition, he maintains an office in Framingham for evaluations and psychological testing.