Therapists in West Newton, MA

Are you a parent of a child who is struggling? Do you feel like you have to do it all? You don’t have to do this alone. Humans develop in relationship to others, and we heal that way too. My focus is on childrens’ relationships with their caregivers - from processing challenging life events to managing hard feelings. The children I work with may be struggling with worry about friendships and family relationships, challenges with big emotions, doubts about their worth or appearance, academic difficulties, or navigating grief and loss. I support children in navigating these and many other challenging realities of growing up.

"If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present." While this quote is certainly a simplification, I do believe that people do best when they are in the present moment. I work with my clients to help them be more present, and feel more at peace, in their relationships, at work or school, and in their communities. I pride myself on creating a nonjudgmental, welcoming environment that meets the client where they are at.

My direct and respectful approach is the most prominent and helpful aspect of my work. I provide an environment of warmth and trust, so you can feel free to discuss any problem. I take an active and engaged role and when needed, I will also teach concrete skills of managing difficult personal situations or painful emotions. I think of myself as coach, teacher and mentor to help each client find a way of living that is right for them. I have an eclectic approach but my specialties are in mindfulness and attachment and trauma informed work.

Hi, I’m a clinical psychologist working both virtually and in my office in Cambridge. Most people find me to be friendly, and feel at ease in my presence. I’m interested in collaborating with you on your therapy goals, and will support you in the process. I work with all kinds of people, so if you feel drawn to my profile please reach out! I do also have some sub-specialties, which are 1) young adults (16-28), 2) coaching for parents, and 3) early Autism assessment to toddlers ages 1-3 years.

In these times of uncertainty and change, I am offering a space of hope and connection. I believe that therapy is a space to be seen and valued - a space to slow down, reflect, and engage in vulnerability. I understand the unique challenges faced by POC and immigrants, such as navigating cultural differences, acculturation stress, and intergenerational conflicts. In addition, I have a focus on working with college students and working professionals. In our work, we'll explore how cultural factors intersect with your mental health, nurturing a strong sense of identity, helping you to navigate life's complexities.

I have extensive experience working with Neuro Diverse populations including ADHD, Autism/ Aspergers/ ASD, and developmental disabilities. I have also helped people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, relationships, bereavement, and life changes. I work with a variety of age groups ranging from 13 years to social seniors. I have helped clients in their late teens and early 20's manage transitions into adulthood, and face other life changes. I have helped working adults manage employment stress, relationship and other difficulties.

ACCEPTing New Clients. Elizabeth Willems leads the Intercultural Psychological Services (IPS) practice. She focuses on traumatic memories, depression, stress management, relationship problems, and acculturation. Dr. Willems sees residents of CA, NY, MD, MA, FL, USA and select countries via phone/video. She holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She completed clinical training at the Center for Multicultural Training in Psychology, Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Massachusetts Mental Health Center, BMC Department of Behavioral Medicine, and Casa del Sol as well as other community clinics.

As your therapist I help you look at the story you have constructed about yourself and identify the beliefs and assumptions that have held you back. Together we gather insights and then develop a course of action to get your life back on track. I have a deep knowledge of how adult ADHD affects every aspect of one's life and every relationship in it. It is hard to feel competent when those around you feel they can't rely on you. Together we design strategies that employ your strengths and talents enabling you to produce the results you want.

These are unbelievably challenging and tumultuous times. If you find yourself constantly on edge, experiencing feelings of loneliness and unhappiness, or flooded with worry and stress-you are not alone.

I provide psychological/ neuropsychological testing, psychotherapy, and hypnosis (medical and clinical). If you are interested in working together to learn what you didn’t know you knew or control what you didn’t know you could, psychotherapy and hypnosis can help. If you need testing or assessment, I can put together a specific testing battery to meet your assessment needs. I specialize in ADHD differential diagnoses, Autism Spectrum Disorder differential diagnosis, as well as personality testing for many other differential diagnoses. I see ages 16 and up. I look forward to meeting you!

Throughout my experience as a therapist, I have helped highly empathic adults and transitional age youth better manage the increasingly complex and challenging world we live in. My experience is deeply rooted in treating trauma, anxiety, and OCD. I am licensed to practice in Massachusetts and California, primarily working with individual clients.

Hello, welcome to my page. I am a graduate from Westfield State University with a Master's in Social Work. I currently hold a license in individual clinical social work (LICSW). I am passionate about integrated behavioral health which encourages the integration of mental health and whole-body health. I love the work I do and am inspired by the lives of everyday people.

Do you think you may have ADHD or Autism? Have you struggled to assert boundaries at work, with family, & partners? Have you felt curious about exploring different pronouns and gender identity? Do you feel bad that you have a disability and don't know how to tell your friends that you can't do certain activities? You may have goals to tell your friends your preferred pronouns. Goals to get a diagnosis for your disability & curious about medication, goals to reevaluate your relationship with cannabis/alcohol. You may feel shame & anger about your childhood & the way your parents handled your behavior.

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 provide brief and long-term therapy for children, adolescents, and adults struggling with loss, disability, depression, anxiety, and other life stressors; parent-child therapy for young children (toddlers, preschoolers); support for parents and siblings of children with special needs, including support advocating for special education services at school. As a parent of a child with a disability, I believe families deserve the opportunity to express and cope with the range of emotions that can occur when a child or family member presents with significant challenges.

I focus on building a trusting relationship through empathy, caring, and compassion. In my practice I incorporate aspects of relational and psychodynamic approaches, including mindfulness and an awareness of the mind/body connection, to facilitate change and promote healing. I honor each individual's uniqueness, diversity, and cultural influences, and use these to guide me as a clinician to provide support, identify existing strengths, and work towards health, well-being, and happiness.

If you are looking for support with self-exploration & self-esteem; experiencing relationship stress or anxiety; adjusting to parenthood or big changes; or if you just feel like you need somewhere to unpack what you've been carrying for too long -- let's talk. I welcome your journey with radical acceptance - the grit, the shame, the parts we try to hide and bury away. I love therapy because it gives all of that stuff some room to breathe - which gives YOU room to breathe. And reboot. And make plans for what comes next.

Would you like to work toward meaningful change? Would you like to understand what's getting in the way of having fulfilling experiences? I offer a comfortable environment where you can get to know yourself better and find ways to understand how to get what you want.