My name is Jennifer Berfield. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from Bridgewater State University. I have over 13 years experience providing therapy services working in outpatient, school based, in home, and treatment facility settings. I utilize a variety of evidence-based strategies (including but not limited to CBT, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma Focused CBT) with extensive experience and training in DBT. I work with all ages treating a broad...
Hi, I'm Dee! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 3 years of professional work experience. I specialize in anxious and depressive disorders, but I am by no means limited to these issues. I am trained and certified in CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!...
Hello, I'm Sandra, MSW, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Life can feel extremely overwhelming and difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through a major transition. When we don't have enough support or tools to help us work through these times, it can have a significant impact on our overall health and well-being. I offer a safe space, one that is judgment-free and will allow you to express whatever feelings you may be experiencing...
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...
As an Advanced Fellow at Clinical Alliance Services, I use psychodynamic, developmental, systems, and relational approaches in my work, incorporating cognitive, behavioral, and mindfulness techniques, as clinically appropriate. By being open to learning about the past and how we evolved, I believe we can find different ways of being in the present that alleviate suffering and support creativity and openness. I try to help clients see and appreciate their own emotions and strengths and to be curi...
Hello, I'm Kim Kidders-Montoya, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Registered Drama Therapist (RDT) with over six years of experience. I am passionate about working with youth, adults, and their families to help them navigate life's transitions and embrace the complexities that make life worth living. My specialties include family dynamics, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and empowerment. I earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a sp...
Marjorie Magny-Black is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has well over 20 years in the field. She utilizes a strengths based perspective and also person in their environment perspective via understanding an individual and the way in which they relate in their world. She uses a multi-faceted approach to counseling and working with the individual to aid them in a deeper reflection of themselves and providing a safe space in order for this to occur. Her specialty areas incl...
Therapy is an opportunity to make meaning of our experiences and achieve agency in the here and now. My goal is to partner and collaborate with my clients in that process. I am deeply interested in how we tell the stories of our lives and use those stories to cope, make sense of reality, and understand ourselves. Grounded in trauma-informed psychodynamic and relational practice, I draw from cognitive behavioral, narrative, and mindfulness therapies, with a particular belief in the importance of ...
Fabiana Casanova is the founder of Nova Psychotherapy. She provides individual psychotherapy to adults looking to stablish a long term therapeutic relationship. She draws from several psychodynamic theories to help patients develop a greater understanding of themselves and their relationships, create more positive patterns in how they relate to others, and experience personal growth. Fabiana is bilingual in English and Spanish and can provide therapy in both languages....
Hello, I'm Michele. With over 20 years of experience working with adults, children, teens, and families, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy. I am licensed in both Massachusetts and Connecticut, and I bring significant expertise in trauma-informed care to our sessions. My approach is centered around understanding and addressing the symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and trauma that can negatively impact your family, relationships, work, and overall out...
Hello, I am Mandy Read at Crooked Tree Counseling. I am able to create a warm, comfortable space through active listening along with genuine curiosity to establish a feeling of ease within the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a collaborative environment in which you are the expert of your own experiences. My presence in the room offers warmth and safety in a therapeutic space designed for meaningful exploration of past, present, and preferred future. Please note that an intake coordin...
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 ...
Priti Patel, M.A. (she/her), is a masters-level mental health clinician on the path to becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience from Regis College and recently earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College. Priti brings experience providing outpatient mental health services to adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her current practice is primarily women-centered, focusing on cultura...
My approach to psychotherapy is person-centered, tailoring the therapy to the unique needs and lived experiences of each client. I draw primarily from psychodynamic therapies, with attention to the neurobiology of trauma and attachment. I also integrate narrative practices to help clients reauthor the stories they tell about their lives, and cognitive-behavioral practices to help transform insight into strategies for change. My style is authentic, non-judgmental, and warm, and I work with client...
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...
Hello! I'm Vanessa, and I've been practicing counseling since 1997. I am licensed in Florida, New York, and Massachusetts. My journey in the field began with a graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in Florida in 1999, followed by an MSW from the NYU School of Social Work in 2003. My style is warm, attentive, collaborative, and non-judgmental, but I can also be very active and directive when needed. I consider myself a good leader, fair, and impartial, h...
Hello, I'm Donna. Mental health symptoms and difficulties managing your life can arise from stressful situations, life transitions, grief and loss, addiction, and past or present trauma. These stressors can feel overwhelming and significantly impact your mental health and daily functioning. I'm here to assist you on your mental health journey, and together, we can find the best solutions and support for you to feel better and live a more productive, fulfilling life. I graduated from Lesley U...
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...
Sascha is a master's level clinician on the path to becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She holds a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Connecticut and a master's degree in counseling from Boston University. Sascha brings clinical experience providing counseling to individuals navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder. She also has experience working with both clients and their families. Sascha is committe...
Hello, my name is Jill Miller, and I am delighted to welcome you here. As a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor, and a Substance Abuse Professional in the State of Ohio, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to our sessions. Additionally, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the States of Utah and Missouri, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Massachusetts, a Licensed Certified Social Worker Clinical in th...