Edit: Now offering in-person sessions in Cambridge as well as tele-health I am located between Central Square and Harvard Square, a 3 minute walk from the Central square red line stop, in an elevator building. I work with many undergrad and graduate students on issues such as anxiety, depression, stress management, sleep disorders, relationships, and more. I am happy to arrange a phone call to help understand your goals for therapy and to see if we are a good fit. I look forward to hearing ...
As a psychotherapist, my role is to help patients understand the trouble in their lives and make significant changes. I believe it takes time to get to know the nuances of one's story. My approach is both collaborative and challenging. Therapy can involve helping people look at parts of themselves that are painful, or hard to see clearly. Some people find short-term therapy is enough for ameliorating current troubles, while many engage in long-term intensive therapy to uncover the roots of their...
Hello, I'm Mary, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 10 years of experience. I offer virtual sessions to clients in Massachusetts, providing a convenient and accessible way to receive support from the comfort of your own space. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working in a variety of clinical settings, helping individuals navigate everything from severe mental health challenges to attachment and relationship concerns, as well as major life transit...
Heather Thompson-Brenner, Ph.D., is a Harvard-trained clinical psychologist and researcher in psychotherapy outcome. She uses the therapeutic methods that are best supported by research, in a warm, supportive environment. She has specialized training in exposure and response prevention (ERP), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and narrative therapy. Intensive, short-term, and long-term options are available. Her specialties include anxiety disorders, eating disorders,...
Hello, I'm Joelle. My journey in social work and counseling began in 2008 during my graduate studies at Boston College. I started my career in a men's medium security prison in Massachusetts, where I provided individual and group therapy to vulnerable incarcerated individuals facing mental health challenges. This experience shaped my understanding of resilience and the importance of mental health support in difficult circumstances. After several years in correctional mental health, I transit...
Hi there, I'm Maddy. I've been in the social work field for over eight years, and for the last four and a half years, I've dedicated myself to working as a clinical therapist. Being a human is hard, and I firmly believe that we are never finished products. We're always capable of learning and growing when we want and are ready to do that work. Growth is rarely a straight path; there can be a lot to appreciate in the detours, but itâs not always easy to see on our own. That's where I come in. I...
My therapeutic orientation is guided by a psychodynamic, relational approach that emphasizes trust-building and collaboration. I draw on a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including narrative therapy, cognitive-behavioral, and motivational interviewing techniques. I believe treatment should be rooted in a client’s strengths and network of relationships. My approach is anchored in Liberation Health with an explicit anti-oppressive, intersectional, feminist lens, including identifyin...
I have a Master's degree in Art Therapy and Counseling, and love working with adult women, or women reaching adult age, who are seeking insight into their choices, goals, relationships, personal strengths, and who they are inherently. Most of my clients, in their immediate experience, tend to feel anxiety, guilt, fear of doing it wrong, and depressed or grieving at the loss of what was in order to receive the life they want. My clients need to feel reassured that they are not doing anything wron...
Hi, I'm Hannah. Since 2018, I've dedicated myself to supporting individuals through their mental health journeys. My experience spans various settings, including corrections, addiction and recovery, general outpatient care, OCD-specific and LGBTQ-specific outpatient settings, and residential treatment for children and adolescents with dual diagnoses. This diverse background has equipped me with a deep understanding of the unique challenges my clients face. I specialize in working with OCD, ...
As a counselor, Val is passionate about creating a safe environment which fosters healthy vulnerability and honesty, so that clients can feel empowered to take ownership of their individual life goals and journeys. Val works primarily from a person-centered, systemic, and existential approach. She considers clients as a part of the broader life systems, and hopes to help clients gain and exercise self-advocacy tools to use throughout their daily lives. Val uses non-judgemental listening skills, ...
Hello, I'm Lucia, a licensed independent clinical social worker and psychotherapist. I specialize in working with individuals aged 18 and up, including college students, working professionals, and adults navigating loss, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, depression, and the intersection of personal finance and mental health. As a bilingual and bicultural English/Spanish-speaking clinician, I am dedicated to providing affirming care for Black, Indigenous, and People o...
My therapeutic orientation is guided by psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational approaches, and founded on a strengths-based model, which emphasizes that each person is the expert of their own story. My style is compassionate, empowering, and accessible, and I focus on meeting people where they are. I draw on a range of modalities including narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Liberation Health, and motivational interviewing. My clinical approach is trauma-informed and collab...
At Cambridge Mental Health, we understand the unique pressures faced by the city’s top students, faculty, researchers, and professionals. Our premium psychiatric day treatment* program is thoughtfully designed to deliver the highest level of outpatient mental health care in a setting that reflects the professionalism, discretion, and insight our clients expect. Conveniently located near Harvard, MIT, and the heart of Cambridge’s innovation corridor....
Hello, I'm Anita. I support individuals and couples working through issues related to depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, fatigue, medical health challenges, communication issues, and trauma. My approach to therapy is collaborative, and I use curiosity, respect, informed listening skills, and an embodied presence to support you with your concerns. I am trained in Gottman Family Therapy, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Trauma-Informed Care, Dialectical Behavior The...
Hi! My name is Vivien (she/her/ella). I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I also have a graduate certificate in Women in Public Policy and Politics, completed my Master's in Social Work at Salem State University, and am currently working towards my Ph.D. at the University of Connecticut studying the intersection of mindfulness and diversity, equity, and inclusion. I have largely worked ...
About my practice: I strive to offer clients with a warm and collaborative environment to help them cope with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, academic/job-related stress, chronic health concerns (including navigating complex medical systems), and life transitions. I understand that people are doing the best they can, while simultaneously wanting to change. While I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, many people who seek me out identify as ...
I have a passion for supporting children and adolescents through life’s challenges. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, adjustment-related issues, and the complexities of family dynamics; offering a compassionate and collaborative space where young clients feel safe, valued, and understood. My therapeutic style is client-centered and strength-based, incorporating mindfulness techniques and principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I strive to meet each person where they are...
Hello! My name is Jordan Crawford, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician and Expressive Art Therapist. I enjoy making art, hiking, traveling, and spending time with my dog, Lola. My body of work includes individual, group, and family therapy, and I have experience working in a wide array of clinical settings, including crisis, inpatient, and community mental health. My approach to therapy is integrative and relational. I pride myself on being adaptable, approachable, and creative with...
Hi there! My name is Alissa, and I am passionate about helping people make positive changes in their lives. I believe that therapy is a journey to healing, and I am here to walk that path with you. Together, we will develop an innovative treatment plan tailored to your unique goals and needs. I hold a B.A. from UMass Lowell and an M.S.W. from Boston University. For the past five years, I have been working with adults in a community setting, gaining valuable experience and insights. While I c...
I don't know everything, but I do know how anxiety, perfectionism, and OCD can easily take over. Whether you're managing overwhelming anxiety, intrusive thoughts, phobias, OCD, or perfectionism, I can help—and real progress is possible. I help college students and young adults navigate anxiety with proven, practical tools that bring meaningful change. As a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Massachusetts, and North Carolina, I bring over 15 years of experience to my work. I use evidence-...