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Talking has a curative quality. It allows us to gain access to thoughts and feelings we could have been previously unaware of....
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Talking has a curative quality. It allows us to gain access to thoughts and feelings we could have been previously unaware of.
Meridith Nicholaev is a dedicated Mental Health Counselor seeking her licensure. She has 2 years of experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds and diagnoses at inpatient units and community-based programs. Her passion is to provide therapeutic care to adults seeking relief from anxiety, addiction, adjustment disorders, stress, and communication challenges. She believes building trust and rapport must be the cornerstone of any good therapeutic relationship to foster a supportive and safe environment. Anything can be said freely and without judgment and be met with warmth and empathy.
Meridith is a graduate of the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling. Believing that every person is unique and has individual needs, Meridith incorporates a psychodynamic method, utilizing motivational interviewing with a humanistic, person-centered approach.
People deserve to feel seen and heard, and it's a privilege to be the one who listens and bears witness. It takes courage to seek treatment. If you are ready to take the next step, schedule an appointment with Meridith today.
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I am here to offer you a safe space to explore new ways of relating to people and engaging with the world around you....
I am here to offer you a safe space to explore new ways of relating to people and engaging with the world around you.
Melis Germeyan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Resident with 7 years of experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds between the ages of 4 and 65. She specializes in ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Melis has spent time in a community mental health setting where she helped teenagers and young adults navigate the challenges and expectations of adulthood. She believes in the transformative power of talking and is committed to providing a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to express your true self and process your emotions, paving the way for growth and healing.
Melis earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Boston College and is working towards her doctorate. She primarily employs a psychodynamic approach but integrates techniques from humanistic, person-centered, and existential frameworks. Additionally, she uses art therapy to facilitate creative expression and deeper self-exploration.
Melis is a compassionate counselor experienced in guiding clients through challenges with empathy and expertise. She understands the uniqueness of each journey and prioritizes understanding your story. Reach out to her today to explore a path toward healing and growth together.
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My go to approach for helping people in individual therapy is taking a humanistic approach. I prefer this approach because it recognizes the uniqueness of every single client.
In individual therapy I use positive psychology and teach clients how to process and reflect on their feelings. We learn how to be confident in our decision making and there is an emphasis on striving for excellence vs. being perfect.
I can tell when a client is making meaningful progress after the client stops to mention or bring up what exactly brought them to therapy. At that moment I take the time to review treatment plan and refocus our care.
On their own personal time the clients can do the homework that is assigned by the clinician.
The client should try to organize why there are coming to therapy and what they would like to get out of therapy.
Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.
Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Brookline is at the corner of St Paul Street and Beacon Street. We are across the street from the Public Library of Brookline, and next to Mass General Brigham Urgent Care.
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