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As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have b...
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As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have been able to achieve through the therapeutic process and relationship.
Julie Lerner is a Licensed Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience. She is dedicated to her work with folks who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or have experienced trauma, depression, and anxiety. Julie has been fortunate to work with a diverse group of individuals holding intersectional identities, various diagnoses, sexual orientations, gender identities, and cultural backgrounds. She holds herself to a high standard to provide an inclusive, culturally competent, eclectic, and fun approach to Psychotherapy. Julie offers in-person, weekly sessions to best deliver care in a way that aligns with her treatment style.
Julie completed her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology at William James College and has been fortunate to work with various clinical populations for over 10 years.
Julie understands that when someone is seeking therapy, they are seeking a safe space to share their concerns, innermost thoughts, and their dreams. Julie utilizes a variety of treatment approaches including mindfulness-based stress reduction, solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Sometimes life can leave us feeling overwhelmed and needing a place to sort out how we are feeling. Julie is optimistic about providing support to help you gain helpful coping skills and increased insight into your experiences, and allow you the space to sort through whatever may be coming up for you. If you are ready to step into living a more fulfilling life schedule an appointment with her today!
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I have come to understand that each individual navigates life challenges in a unique way. Through my experiences, I have realized ...
I have come to understand that each individual navigates life challenges in a unique way. Through my experiences, I have realized that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to addressing these challenges. I firmly believe that growth and positive change are attainable through empathetic listening and the establishment of a therapeutic relationship.
Sahar is a dedicated mental health counselor with 4 years of experience in the dynamic field of mental health. Her passion for making a positive impact has led her to specialize in working with diverse populations, including children facing mental health challenges and individuals with dual diagnoses—specifically those grappling with substance use disorders alongside various other mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and more. A firm believer in the inherent uniqueness of each individual, Sahar emphasizes the importance of tailoring her therapeutic interventions to meet the specific needs of her clients.
Sahar is a graduate of the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis with a Master's in Mental Health Counseling. Dedicated to inclusivity, Sahar uses a versatile approach that combines psychodynamic principles, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Her goal is to help clients lead fulfilling lives by addressing their unique challenges.
Life is a journey filled with challenges, and Sahar is deeply committed to providing empathetic support for those navigating its twists and turns. Driven by a strong motivation to assist her clients, Sahar endeavors to illuminate the roots of their challenges and guide them through the process of overcoming them.
Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle wit...
Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle with addiction, codependency, and complex trauma. Analisa empowers her clients to step into their strength and healing using a holistic and humanistic perspective. She is excited to work with motivated individuals from all walks of life. As an advocate for social justice, Analisa recognizes the intersectionality that exists between race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, faith, and socioeconomic status with individual treatment concerns. She prioritizes emotional safety for her clients by implementing trauma-informed care.
Analisa graduated from Boston College in 2017 with her Masters of Social Work with a clinical focus in Mental Health. Analisa worked as an individual and group therapist in a Partial Hospitalization Program where she treated a wide variety of mental health issues including mood, personality, panic, substance use, and thought disorders.
Analisa’s therapeutic practice is guided by the principle that “our past informs our present." She is passionate about helping clients create lasting change by exploring attachment styles and addressing maladaptive coping and relational patterns head-on. Her therapeutic toolbelt includes a wide variety of modalities such as CBT, DBT, sand play, art therapy, mindfulness practices, EFT, IFS, animal-assisted therapy, and somatic healing. Analisa is a big proponent for movement meditation and releasing pain and trauma that gets stored in the body. She provides short-term and long-term therapy via telehealth for clients to achieve discovery, insight, and empowerment.
Whether you are brand new to therapy or have been in therapy for years, Analisa will meet you with compassion and a fresh perspective. If you wish to cultivate greater self-esteem and self-confidence and improve your coping strategies, you are in the right place! Analisa can help you to gain emotional freedom from your past and clarity for your future.
I have a very strong skill set in treating those patients that have suffered trauma in their lives....
I have a very strong skill set in treating those patients that have suffered trauma in their lives.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 39 years of experience supporting individuals and couples on their journey toward healing and growth. Over the years, I have specialized in trauma treatment, depression, anxiety, and emotionally charged challenges. My approach is compassionate, solution-focused, and designed to empower clients with practical strategies while honoring their unique stories. I am also nationally certified in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and remain dedicated to creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic environment.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Simmons School of Social Work, where I built a strong foundation for clinical practice. I integrate evidence-based approaches tailored to meet each client’s needs while encouraging active involvement in treatment planning.
I strive to make therapy a welcoming and collaborative experience. Whether working with individuals or couples, my focus is on creating meaningful change, building resilience, and helping clients feel seen and supported. I welcome you to take the first step toward a healthier and more balanced future.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for treating anxiety is CBT. I prefer CBT because it helps identify and promote healthy ways to manage anxiety.
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I know a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy when they start to return back to daily functioning.
I encourage clients to do the homework that is assigned in order to make progress in treatment.
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Brookline, MA can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Brookline therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
All of the aforementioned concerns are out of your control. And while it’s normal to feel a little worried or concerned during times of uncertainty, sometimes this worry spirals and becomes a more serious problem: anxiety. If you commonly experience out of control worry about a range of events—such as when you’re applying for a new rental or attending a new workout class—you might be dealing with anxiety.
If you are feeling anxious or exhibiting symptoms of an anxiety disorder, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Brookline, MA for anxiety therapy. We have anxiety therapists, psychologists, and counselors on are staff who would be happy to help you treat your anxiety. Just call (617) 934-1974 to make your appointment when you feel ready.
“Anxiety can look different depending on the person but typical hallmark symptoms of anxiety include physical symptoms (feeling panicky, racing heart, and difficulty breathing) and mental symptoms (difficulty concentrating, recurrent worries or perseverations, and disrupted sleep),” explains Corey Bisceglia-Kane, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker at our Brookline office. Here is a more comprehensive list of anxiety symptoms:
“Therapy can be helpful in managing anxiety in that it gives you a place to talk about your worries which often helps you gain insights into where those worries began and if there is any validity to them,” says Bisceglia-Kane. “In therapy, you can also learn cognitive and behavioral strategies that you can use to reduce anxiety overall and to calm down when you are feeling acutely anxious.”
The most common form of anxiety is generalized anxiety, which detailed above. However, there are other types of anxiety, from social anxiety to panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. If you are experiencing anxiety related to more specific events or circumstances, you might have one of the following anxiety disorders:
If you think you might have one of the above anxiety disorders, be sure to speak with your healthcare provider or reach out to a qualified therapist. Thriveworks in Brookline has qualified, caring therapists, counselors, and psychologists who can help you better understand and manage your anxiety, whether you have generalized anxiety, PTSD, or another anxiety disorder.
Our team knows just how exhausting and crippling anxious thoughts can be. If you are experiencing this uncontrollable worry or symptoms of another anxiety disorder, reach out today to schedule an appointment with one of our anxiety therapists, counselors, or psychologists. We can get you scheduled for an anxiety appointment onsite or in online counseling, too! It’s your choice.
We are dedicated to helping each and every client. We do this by providing personalized treatment and care that fits the individual’s needs. If you’re ready to get started with anxiety therapy at Thriveworks in Brookline, just call (617) 934-1974.
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