Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Brookline, MA

"Life has many challenges, and I am here to support you in navigating them."

Courtney Shea is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping kids, teens, and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilling lives.

Courtney earned a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Rhode Island College. Her experience and education enable her to provide the guidance and support her clients are seeking. Courtney uses multiple treatment approaches including CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, exposure therapy, ACT, and trauma-informed care.

We all go through life's ups and downs. Courtney is confident she can support you on your journey to feeling better and building coping skills to use for the rest of your life.

"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 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!

"As a nurse and social worker, I see the importance of a somatic approach to mind and body wellness."

Nadia Thérèse Brandon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 5 years of experience in mental health. Her specialties include treating PTSD, anxiety management and attachment-based issues in relationships. Nadia takes a warm, non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to therapeutic healing, seeing the whole person rather than focusing on deficits.

Nadia graduated from Rutgers University with a Master's degree in Social Work. Nadia utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Gestalt therapy, Behavioral activation, reflective listening and mindfulness approaches to help clients reach their individual potential and goals.

We all find challenges towards our inner potential coming out to fruition whether real (structural/actual) or perceived, but change is possible when given the right tools and direction. Nadia is a big supporter of individualism believes in finding and bringing out your potential. Schedule with her today.

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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 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.

"As a therapist, I am committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment where you will feel safe, respected, and heard."

Kelsey Flynn is a compassionate, dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over three years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. Kelsey works with individuals and families who are experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship conflicts, anger, stress, trauma, and PTSD.

Kelsey completed her Master of Social Work at Sacred Heart University. She practices cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, self-compassion techniques, motivational interviewing, and play therapy techniques.

Kelsey's main goal is to help individuals and families explore the tools they need to have healthier relationships with themselves and others. She does this by helping clients identify areas in their lives in which they want to grow and take manageable steps to achieve goals. If you are ready to start this journey, schedule an appointment with Kelsey today.

Christopher Andrew is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience partnering with adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, life skills, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anger management.

Christopher completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Emmanuel College and his Master of Education (MEd) in School Adjustment Counseling and Mental Health at Cambridge College. He utilizes relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness based, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and emotionally focused approaches to therapy, always maintaining the creativity, flexibility, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual he encounters.

Chris seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire! 

"As someone who is intimately familiar with the plaguing nature of mental health challenges, I understand just how impactful negative thoughts and feelings can be on our lives and overall wellbeing."

Finora Rodriques is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 5 years of experience. Finora helps individuals looking for support in navigating life's stressors by fostering a healing, non-judgmental space where you both can partner together to determine ways to cope with various challenges. She specializes in treating stress, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, women's issues, gender identity-related issues, addictive disorders, trauma, schizophrenia, panic disorder, and more.

Finora completed her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at Boston College and possesses a comprehensive understanding of just how paralyzing anxiety and other conditions can be. She uses a person-centered approach that analyzes factors in an individual's external and internal environment to promote insight, agency, and support in navigating challenging experiences. Finora teaches practical and accessible techniques that can be utilized during times of stress for both immediate relief and long-term well-being.

During your work with Finora, you can expect to feel confident in deploying the tools helpful in managing distressful symptoms brought on by stress, anxiety, and/or depression. Additionally through your collaboration, you can re-discover your sense of autonomy, a critical foundation of well-being that can often feel lost on us during times of hardship. Pursuing therapy can feel intimidating, but you're in this together. If you are ready to dive in, schedule an appointment with Finora today.