Therapists in Massachusetts

I am not accept new clients at this time. I work to create a space without judgment where clients can learn, heal and grow. I work with people living with life transitions, trauma, grief/life losses and chronic illness/burns with compassion, while acknowledging the unique experience of each person. Every client I meet comes with their own set of gifts, challenges, supports and dreams. No one tells the same story as another...and I welcome the distinctiveness of each client. Entering therapy can be a scary process. I take great pride in my ability to create a safe space to partner and explored with each client uniquely.

I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and their parents recover from trauma. The experience of being abused or enduring a traumatic event can produce a range of challenges as a result. However, as a child or teen, navigating life thereafter can require specialized help. There is no need to face challenges alone. I specialize in helping kids and teenagers work through this process so that the trauma doesn’t define them. They can move forward with their lives in a positive, meaningful way, even discovering insights and strengths to empower them for the present and future.

In a grief-averse society that says to "get over" or "move on" from the death of a loved one, in a medical system that pathologizes bereavement as a disorder as early as one year after someone's death, in social circles that force toxic positivity, platitudes, and unsolicited advice on grieving folks, I long to offer a different presence. I come alongside traumatically bereaved children and families to offer meaningful and non-judgmental support in the wake of an unexpected or violent death, or after a prolonged illness. Death and trauma generate complex grief responses that deserve to be heard, honored, explored, and integrated.

You are likely reading these offerings because you are dissatisfied with some aspect of your life. Be it identity, family, friend, work/school or a past traumatic event, my focus is on helping you sort things out to improve your quality of life. Having a nonjudgmental, compassionate clinician with over 2 decades of individual, couple and group psychotherapy experience may be all you need to get back on track. No current openings.

You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Jon Kabat-Zinn Feeling anxious and burnt out? Having a hard time getting out of bed or managing daily responsibilities? Do you find yourself having the same fights over and over in relationships? Are you struggling to find hope and joy in your life? Are you wondering if you can truly heal from traumas? You don't have to continue feeling this way. My clients have been able to regain a sense of joy, peace, life balance, and hope through their work with me.

In my 30+ years of experience as a therapist, clinical supervisor, researcher, educator and writer on complex trauma, I have come to believe that we are shaped as much by the good things that went missing from our lives as the bad things that happened to us. My clients have often endured severe abuse, neglect, oppression, and other forms of life adversity. They have learned to cope and survive in ways that get misunderstood and misdiagnosed, and that can cause profound stigma, shame and social rejection. Their courage and resilience inspires awe. Finding a therapist who can see and accept all parts of them is one key to recovery.

Regardless of the times, the circumstance or the individual, building a relationship with trust, value and efficacy matters. We also believe that this can look different for everyone. Given that, it is important that prior to finding the right therapeutic approach that meets your specific needs, we must first develop a mutual understanding and rapport with one another that feels supportive in moving forward. Next, it will become our responsibility to listen and understand what it is you would like to address and what your goals are. Your voice, experiences, and perceptions will lead us through this process.

Warm Greetings! Through individual and group therapy, the goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and assist to find the patterns in your life that have hindered your ability to imagine and achieve the life you desire. I rely on a client-centered approach to therapy and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Didactic individual and group work, and Mindfulness-based therapies.

Now Accepting New Clients. Do you feel like you're just floating through life with no goals or clarity? Feeling stuck and without purpose? There are times when it can feel there is no available path for a way out. Trauma intensifies these emotions and feelings. I can help you find a way out of your life's struggles. I provide a safe space for processing traumatic and painful emotions. Along with private feelings and thoughts that can be otherwise to challenging & overwhelming too manage alone. Together we'll work towards attainable goals that will enrich your life.

I'm a firm believer that you don't need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy. Navigating the journeys of trauma, anxiety, and depression can be challenging, but you don't have to face them alone. I offer a warm, compassionate, safe space where your process is respected, valued, and guided with expertise. Empowerment is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy, and I'm here to support you as you reclaim your narrative and embark on a journey toward healing. Collaboratively, we will develop your coping strategies, enhance your self-awareness, and nurture inner resources that will guide you through the healing process.

I applaud you for considering therapy, as it can be a challenging decision and may invoke a variety of feelings. You may have experienced a traumatic event or series of events that continue to impact your life, you may be exploring your identity and personal belief systems, or you may be experiencing complex emotions that you'd like support in processing. I am passionate about working with trauma survivors, especially those within the LGBTQ community. Trauma is complex and unique to each survivor.

My focus is to offer a supportive and welcoming space for you to explore your process of healing, and to step into the brilliance of and belonging with all that you are. I offer a compassionate, creative, collaborative, intuitive, trauma-informed, and skill-based approach to the work. My view of holistic is one that considers a systemic lens, as well as the use of integrative modalities that support a mind-body approach for embodied living. I work with individuals navigating life transitions, relationships, fertility, grief, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Do you struggle with overwhelming emotions, negative thought patterns, or unresolved pain from trauma, causing you to feel stuck, helpless, confused, lost or alone? I want you to know that you're not alone. If you're here, it’s a sign of your courage, hope, and vision that brighter days are on the horizon. You can imagine yourself feeling safer, grounded in your body, and more connected with others. If you're searching for a non-judgmental, validating, and safe space to help support you in understanding, processing, and healing from adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse or exposure to domestic violence, I welcome you.

Perhaps you feel discouraged and are seeking therapy because you have tried to make changes but haven’t noticed a difference. Maybe you continue to be impacted by overwhelming events from the past. You could be reaching out because you’re experiencing anxiety, sadness, disconnection from others, or difficulty with navigating life transitions and managing stress. Maybe you’ve noticed your child is having a hard time and are reaching out on their behalf. You may want to build up your self esteem and have more fulfilling relationships, or to feel more connected to yourself, to grow, and to enjoy life.

Hi, my name is Rachel, and I’m excited to be providing queer-affirming therapy through Queer Therapy Boston. As a queer and nonbinary neurodivergent fat person, I bring not only clinical experience but also lived experience in these areas. I specialize in working with queer and trans individuals, couples and polycules. I am poly and kink friendly, and have extensive experience working with people who have experienced complex trauma, are exploring their identities, going through life transitions, and just trying to survive under capitalism.

Do you find yourself suffering from more stress and anxiety than usual? Are you functioning less well at work than you know you are capable of? Is there strain in your relationships with one or more people you really care about - e.g., your partner, family member, friend? Are you searching for a fulfilling intimate relationship but having trouble finding the right person? Are you having trouble sleeping? Is body image a problem? Do you have sexual concerns? Have you experienced trauma in your life that interferes with your enjoyment of relationships and yourself because you never had an opportunity to work it through?

I see therapy as a collaborative process in which I listen to how you want to move forward with your goals. I always take time to really hear how you, as an individual or couple, want to make changes and respect your own choices in your life. We sometimes find ourselves repeating negative patterns or stuck in challenging situations but have difficulty knowing how to make lasting changes. Therapy can help make this clearer.

Life can feel messy. Whether you are in crisis mode, grieving a loss, seeking relief from past trauma, disillusioned with the daily grind, or simply looking for ways to make your life and relationships more fulfilling, I can help you navigate the challenges you are facing.

We all have the power to heal from hard times - even from trauma - it's within us, it's human. Sometimes we need another person to support us in our journey to move on from hard times. I believe growth and change are always possible outcomes. I provide thoughtful attention and gentle encouragement to support hope, healing, and most importantly, a relationship with yourself that is loving. My goal is to help you increase self-awareness, self-compassion, and self agency - skills that help you understand yourself and your unique value in the world.