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Led by Dr. Shahrzad Sims, a double Board-certified psychiatrist who completed her training at Harvard Medical School, the multidisciplinary team of therapists and medication management clinicians at Aster Mental Health is a full-service provider of medication management and therapy to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar, paranoia, PTSD, phobia, postpartum, and schizophrenia. Our offices also provide interventional psychiatry options for treatment resistant depression through TMS and Spravato. ...
Libby Flavin, MSW, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Van Dusen Nutrition®. Libby currently works full-time in the Needham office and sees clients for individual in person and virtual psychotherapy sessions. Libby’s mission is to provide a safe space for individuals to reclaim the aspects of their lives that an eating disorder has taken away from them. Her approach is authentic, non-judgmental, and honest. Libby believes in full recovery and that by trusting the process and betterin...
MEDA provides various clinical and therapeutic services to support individuals looking to improve their relationship with food and body. We offer the following services: Assessments to determine what level of care is best suited for your needs. Based on the individual assessment, we will make specialized recommendations for next steps – which may mean seeing a MEDA provider, joining a MEDA therapy group, providing a list of eating disorder specialists in your area, or recommending higher levels...
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a private practice based in Newton, MA. I work with middle school, high school and college students who are experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, adjustment to college and social issues. I also have a strong interest and expertise in working with student-athletes. My style is warm, collaborative and nonjudgmental with a focus on my clients' strengths and insights into how best to resolve their concerns. I use an integrative tre...
I am a pre-licensure clinician and post-doctoral fellow in clinical psychology with Copernican Clinical Services. I have worked in numerous settings across schools, community health centers, and college counseling environments. I work with clients to create a highly specialized therapy experience that best suits their needs and facilitates personal and emotional growth. I often work with clients to manage and extinguish anxiety symptoms and live a fuller, more meaningful life. My therapeutic ...
Sometimes it's really hard for us to ask for help-especially when you're a strong, independent woman. Therapy is a great way to reach out, learn more about yourself, and grow through any challenges you might be facing. I help women who want to change their relationship with food and their bodies. I work with women in individual, group, & virtual therapy. I have a holistic approach that covers a wide range of symptoms & issues, but I enjoy helping clients who have struggled with their weight m...
Are you having issues in your relationship? Or do you struggle to maintain healthy boundaries with friends or even your family? Do you find it hard to communicate with others about the things that are important to you, like your need for space, how to best communicate with you or what makes you feel happy? If you answered 'yes', it might be time to consider getting some help. Hello! My name is Omar Ruiz. I am a licensed Marriage & Family therapist & owner of TalkThinkThrive, PLLC (a relation...
Most of my clients are women struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or loss, life transitions, relationship issues, and adjustment to change. Many people come to therapy seeking support, understanding, and tools to manage stress in their lives. I want you to know that I welcome you and your process and I am so glad you have arrived here! I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and adopt a strengths-based perspective to addressing the issue at hand to help you feel supp...
I have over 10 years of experience working with undergraduate and graduate students. These are periods of time when many life transitions happen, and I have helped many young adults not only navigate, but thrive during this important period of life. I look forward to working with you!...
Regardless of your reasons for seeking therapy, it is vital that you feel understood and supported as you begin this process. You may be experiencing depression or anxiety, navigating a significant life transition, or feeling dissatisfied in areas of your life such as school, work, or relationships. Together, we will explore the forces that are keeping you stuck and help you cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships. Using a variety of techniques including psychodynamic...
I have extensive experience working with young adults, college and graduate students concerning life transitions, anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues and self identity concerns. I work closely with individuals to support them in managing their personal, family and academic challenges. I use an empathic, coaching style improving mood, executive functioning, work/life balance and their interpersonal relationship skills. At this time, all counseling is being done via teletherapy....
I believe in using a strength-based approach in working with adolescents, and adults. I have experience working with individuals and families. I will work collaboratively with you to set goals to help achieve a better lifestyle and improve mental health symptoms. I have experience working with a variety of different presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, women's issues, life transitions, family stressors, loss and grief. Treatment modalities I use are derive...
Finding the right therapist with whom to create a strong therapeutic alliance is paramount to success. I work with my clients in a framework of compassion, honesty, trust and safety. Together we will identify your goals, empower you to change what you can in your life and to learn acceptance, not passive resignation, for that which you can not change. Carl Jung put it best, “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become”. I work with individuals on a range of issues including dep...
My name is Liam Lane and I have worked in the substance use treatment field for over seven years, mostly with folks experiencing homelessness. My hope is to assist individuals with a history of addictive issues to decrease cravings and impulses and work on negative self-beliefs through the use of EMDR and additional modalities deemed appropriate. EMDR 1 & 2 trained, Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), CSAT-Candidate I hold ...
Equilibria Mental Health is an independently owned mental health practice founded in 2017. We currently have two offices in Braintree and Dedham, Massachusetts. We also have multiple telehealth therapists. Our staff is comprised of a diverse group of highly qualified mental health therapists with extensive experience in various disciplines across therapeutic areas. Equilibria is committed to providing the highest quality mental health therapy to children, adolescents and adults. At Equilibri...
I really enjoy helping students navigate through their college experiences at all stages of college - from adjusting to being away from home for the first time to making and maintaining healthy relationships, and to making difficult decisions about which paths to take when their college experience comes to an end. In my practice I am experienced in treating students who have significant mental health concerns as well as students who are simply looking for some objective support to work through...
Anna works with children, adolescents, and young adults with a variety of presenting problems and concerns. She believes in the power of interventions early in life to help children and teens develop healthy boundaries and coping skills, and to have healthier and happier relationships with themself and others. Anna utilizes a humanistic, person-centered approach in her sessions by creating an authentic relationship with her clients and providing acceptance, empathy, and unconditional positive...
Dr. Shelly Greene is a licensed psychologist and neuropsychologist with a private practice located in Newton and as part of a group practice at the Pastoral Counseling Center in Westborough, Massachusetts. She provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and learning challenges. She also welcomes clients who are seeking to explore spiritual, religious, and existential questions and concerns. Shelly utilizes a variety of approaches. She...
“I don’t want to feel like this any longer.” Or “I just want to feel better about myself and my life.” Many of my clients will say something like this. They feel stuck. Anxieties, sadness, pain and the fears of not being good enough only grow. They can point to many good things in their lives but somehow feeling fulfilled and happier isn’t happening. Feeling ashamed to admit even to themselves or others about how hard things are while self-doubt is settling in. Perfectionism, self-criticism and...