Psychiatric services (medication management) in Cambridge, MA

I am a master’s-level clinician seeking my LMHC with 16 years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I work with clients who may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin. My approach is warm, grounding, and centered on helping people build clarity, resilience, and a deeper sense of connection both within themselves and in their relationships.

I hold a master’s in counseling from Salem State University. She incorporates I incorporate evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and person-centered therapy, to meet each client’s needs. My work reflects a deep respect for the mind-body connection and culturally responsive care.

I strive to create a calm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where every part of a client’s identity is respected. I will walk alongside clients as they move through life’s challenges, offering compassion, clarity, and support. I am committed to helping individuals find balance, meaning, and renewed confidence in their healing journey.

Jing J. Liu is a Resident Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience in a variety of healthcare settings. She specializes in assisting adults and seniors who are coping with major life transitions, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Jing connects with clients to create a space for vulnerability, reflection, healing, and empowerment.

Jing has a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Massachusetts Boston. She works with a client-centered approach and utilizes treatment models including mindfulness, spiritual healing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and compassion-focused therapy. Jing also specializes in meditation and somatic healing.

Jing believes in emphasizing the importance of compassion in interactions with the world and the self. She looks forward to working with you as a team to assist you in attaining your goals. Schedule your first appointment with Jing today!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 1 year of experience supporting clients on their journey toward healing and growth. I create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel heard and understood without judgment. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, and depression, and I am passionate about helping clients discover their inner strengths and build coping strategies that support their long-term well-being.

I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College. My work draws from evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing. These approaches help clients gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and create positive, lasting change.

I believe in each person’s ability to heal and grow, and I am honored to walk alongside you on this journey. My goal is to support you in moving toward a life of balance, clarity, and self-compassion. If you are ready to take the next step in your healing process, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session.

David is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental health. He is passionate about helping individuals and couples work through their issues in a way that promotes hope. David specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationship issues, and major life transitions. David completed his Master of Mental Health Counseling at Cambridge College. Like many therapists, David found his passion for mental health through his own experiences and recovery from substance abuse, which, combined with his professional experience, allows him to have deep compassion and understanding for his clients.

His approach to treatment is multi-dimensional using a person-centered and strength-based approach, using techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and exposure therapy.

David takes an exclusive approach to each individual to meet them where they are and creates a journey that provides light for the path ahead from day one. If this sounds like a good fit for you schedule an appointment with David today!

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience supporting people through the messy, beautiful, and complicated parts of life. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, acute and chronic medical conditions, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space for those ready to explore what healing might look like for them, knowing that every journey is unique. I bring compassion, perspective, and strength to the work we do together, meeting each client where they are and helping them move toward meaningful growth.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University. My approach is collaborative, integrative, and strength-based, drawing on evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I also use compassion-focused methods to build safety and reduce self-criticism.

Therapy with me isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about having a space where you can breathe, be real, and feel heard. I strive to create an environment where you don’t have to pretend, where you can voice the hard things and begin to find your way forward. I hope to support you as you uncover your own resilience and path to healing.

Alicia Ziegler is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the Greater Boston area who has experience working with a variety of individuals facing challenges with unemployment, trauma, substance use disorders, mental health, violence including intimate partner violence, gun violence, gang violence, and race-based violence.

Alicia received her B.A. in Society and Health in 2008 from Simmons University. After graduating from undergrad, Alicia worked in retail for two years while volunteering with different non-profit organizations in Boston. Alicia was accepted into the Simmons University School of Social Work in the Fall of 2010 and graduated with her MSW in Spring 2012. As a clinician, Alicia strives to develop a safe and trusting environment while understanding the many complexities and nuances of what it means to be human. Her approaches to individual therapy include, but are not limited to the person-in-environment (PIE) framework, harm reduction, trauma-informed practices, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Alicia understands that individuals do not exist in a vacuum; there are systems in place that act upon individuals. Navigating systemic inequities can be incredibly intimidating and challenging. Alicia addresses how trauma, institutionalized racism, White supremacy, microaggressions, race-based trauma, violence, poverty, homophobia, and transphobia impact an individual’s or group of individuals' access to healthcare, mental health care, housing, employment, and other services. 

I'm Kate Hutchens, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. As a lesbian-identifying therapist, I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds facing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, women’s issues, parenting, and special-needs parenting. I also support those exploring their sexuality or gender identity, as well as individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, pansexual, sexually fluid, polyamorous, or gender non-binary. My priority is to create a safe, affirming space where clients can find support, understanding, healing, and personal growth.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Boston University, and I practice an integrative therapeutic approach that draws from person-centered therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, feminist, and humanistic theories. I believe in a flexible, collaborative approach that honors each client’s unique needs and lived experiences.

I understand being stuck in painful patterns or past experiences can feel isolating. I view therapy as a place of exploration, learning, & growth to reconnect with parts of oneself that may be struggling. This is your journey. My role is to honor it, bear witness, & gently guide you along the way, empowering you to do the meaningful work of change & healing.

Enel Joseph is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who assists adolescents, young adults, and older adults in handling mental health problems and improving their mental wellness. Enel’s ability to communicate fluently in English, Creole, and French and his 12 years of service in diverse settings, uniquely position him to serve the psychiatric needs of different kinds of clients. His ideal client is a person struggling with a mental health problem who has yet to come to terms with the condition.

Enel developed a passion for psychiatric nursing after working in a forensic psychiatric unit. His passion led him to complete his master’s degree at Regis College and become a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. 

Enel’s superpower is his capacity to treat each client as a unique individual. By approaching each case uniquely, he can objectively analyze the causative factors without the baggage of preconceptions that may muddy the assessment. As a PMHNP, Enel is concerned with the mental health and wellbeing of his clients.

Thousands are oblivious of their struggles with mental health problems. Mental health affects physical health and can erode your overall wellbeing and quality of life. Even if you feel there is nothing wrong with your mental health, it never hurts to visit to gain insights into what you can do to better your mental wellbeing.

Margaret Oloyede is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with 8 years of experience treating adults who are struggling to cope with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and eating disorders. 

Margaret received her Master’s of Science from Regis College—Massachusetts. Her past experience includes having provided inpatient care, as well as having worked in outpatient settings, offering psychiatric care to patients who have complex or chronic illnesses.

Work with Margaret to start prioritizing your mental health—she’ll offer expert guidance and support as you both address the difficult situations or mental health conditions that are causing your emotional pain. Margaret’s goal is to help stabilize your mental health while also increasing your physical activity, self-reassurance, and coping skills through quality psychiatric care.

Jennifer Royster is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has experience working with diverse populations across the lifespan. She has 12 years experience in a variety of settings supporting clients through acute medical concerns, family dynamics, birth, adoption, substance use disorders, mental illness, end of life, and bereavement. Jennifer completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Salem State University. She also completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Communications.

Jennifer believes Ralph Waldo Emerson said it best that "the only person you are destined to become is the person that you decide to be". Jennifer uses a strength-based, nonjudgmental approach. She utilizes elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, narrative therapy, and solution-focused therapy to help support her clients.

Jennifer believes that life is about self-discovery and enjoys working with her clients to create a safe space to grow

Marissa Ross is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who treats a variety of mental health concerns including mood disorders, depression, anxiety, sleep, insomnia, PTSD, substance abuse, and women's issues. Marissa is a compassionate provider with strong clinical skills and an emphasis on following evidence-based guidelines.

Marissa completed her PMHNP program at Rivier University-Nashua. Through her studies at Rivier, Marissa established strong clinical skills and rapport-building techniques in working with adult patients. Marissa provides culturally sensitive, emotionally-focused, and person-centered care through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). 

Marissa is confident in her ability to support adult patients seeking guidance in coping with a variety of mental health struggles. If you are ready to get started on your healing journey, schedule an appointment with her today. 

I am a Resident Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 14 years of experience supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I specialize in helping clients navigate life transitions, manage stress, and cope with anxiety. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and empowering space where people can gain clarity, build resilience, and move confidently toward their goals. I approach therapy with compassion and cultural sensitivity, ensuring each client feels understood and equipped to overcome challenges.

I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis. My therapeutic style blends evidence-based strategies with a collaborative, client-centered approach. I create an open, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore challenges, strengthen coping skills, and discover new perspectives.

I know that reaching out for support takes courage, and I want you to feel reassured that you don’t have to face life’s difficulties alone. Together, we can uncover your strengths and chart a path toward meaningful growth and lasting change. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.

Karissa Peoples is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Starting her career in advocacy and case management for assault and trafficking survivors, she has continued to strengthen her clinical skills working with adults both locally and abroad. Karissa specializes in trauma, mood disorders, and addictions. She has provided support for individuals with chronic illness in the acute inpatient setting, as well as ongoing support in intensive outpatient programs and clinics.

Karissa obtained her Bachelor of Social Work from Ohio State University and her Master of Clinical Social Work from Boston College. She utilizes interventions from cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to meet the needs of her clients.

Life is full of ups, downs, and situations outside our control. Karissa believes that the job of a therapist is not to judge or "fix people," but to empower and encourage folks — to provide a safe space to work through challenges one may face.