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One of the biggest lessons I've learned—both in my own life and as a therapist—is that healing isn't linear. There are seasons of ...
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One of the biggest lessons I've learned—both in my own life and as a therapist—is that healing isn't linear. There are seasons of growth, setbacks, and rediscovery, and each has something valuable to teach us. My own journey introduced me to the powerful connection between mental and physical wellness, which continues to shape how I support clients today.
Hi, I'm Riley, a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) passionate about helping individuals recognize their strengths and create lasting change. I believe therapy isn't about "fixing" someone—it's about creating a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward a life that feels authentic, balanced, and meaningful to you.
I've worked with adolescents and adults supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, trauma, and transitions. I'm passionate about holistic wellness and how movement and fitness support healing. I hold certifications in WAG Nutrition and Trauma-Informed Weight Lifting.
I take a collaborative, compassionate approach to therapy. Whether exploring coping skills, processing experiences, or improving relationships, I help you build on your strengths and create meaningful change. Reaching out can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate challenges alone. I look forward to walking alongside you.
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As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...
As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying the heavy weight of mental health issues.
Mohamed Alsaidy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples and Family Therapist (LICSW, LMFT) with 10 years of clinical practice working with individuals and couples from all walks of life. Mohamed specializes in anxiety, depression, anger management, and relationship issues on the individual level, and among many other relationship challenges, in communication, relationship structure, and intimacy on the couple’s level.
Mohamed completed his master’s degree in social work at the University of Chicago and earned post master’s specialty certificates in cognitive behavioral therapy and marriage counseling. He provides a safe, supportive, and unbiased therapeutic environment to help his clients reach their goals.
Mohamed believes that his clients are here to explore their ultimate potential, and he is here to guide them through it. If you are ready for your first step, please schedule an appointment with him today.
As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural ...
As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural awareness.
Tiffany Marro has worked in the mental health field for more than five years. She has worked with individuals ranging in age from 4 to 25+ years old. Specifically, Tiffany has experience working with children and young adults on the autism spectrum. She has seen children, teens, young adults, and adults for individual counseling. Tiffany's passion is working with children, young adults, and couples for couples/marriage counseling. She has helped her clients work on goals of all kinds, such as communication skills, interpersonal skills, depression, anxiety, grief, motivation, and relationships, to name a few.
In 2016 Tiffany graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in counseling from the University of New Haven. Tiffany then graduated from Eastern Nazarene College in 2020 with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. Tiffany envisions therapy as a collaborative effort. Tiffany believes that when she and the client have a great rapport and actively engage in honest communication and therapeutic techniques clients will undoubtedly achieve their mental health goals. Tiffany feels her clinical superpower is the ability to empathize. Growing up in a city surrounded by diverse people and cultures of all lifestyles has given Tiffany an additional sense of awareness that contributes to her understanding and ability to empathize. Tiffany facilitates strength-based therapy and emits positive energy. All of which allows space for the therapeutic process to be successful.
Tiffany understands it may be difficult to reach out for help or start something new. This may be your first time considering therapy or this may be your fifth attempt at finding the right counselor. Tiffany would like for you to know that it's important to her that the therapeutic space feels safe and you're able to set the pace.
As a former member of a special operations military unit, I understand and can empathize with directly- and indirectly-related iss...
As a former member of a special operations military unit, I understand and can empathize with directly- and indirectly-related issues.
Lee Walker is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), and a former member of a military Special Operations unit with 45 years of experience in mental health/addictions treatment. He is very concerned regarding the impact of trauma (frequently underrated) and the disease course of addictions (also frequently underrated). He is optimistic that significant life improvement is possible for his clients, and is committed to working with them to see that potential. Leon’s specialties are PTDS, trauma, and addictions.
Lee earned his Bachelor's in Abnormal Psychology at Clark University and Master's at Assumption University. His military background exposed him to a wide range of life circumstances and difficulties that impact people—many of whom have given up hope. Lee teaches his clients to use rational emotive therapy and reality therapy to manage symptoms on their own.
Lee believes that all clients have the potential to conduct self-therapy so they have clinical tools and interventions at all times.
I look forward to holding a safe space for clients to explore their current challenges....
I look forward to holding a safe space for clients to explore their current challenges.
Sarah Meeks is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 18 years of experience in the field of Medical Social Work and Geriatric Care. In the past 12 years, Sarah has focused her work on providing therapy to those experiencing caregiver stress, issues with grief and loss, and depression, as well as other mood disorders.
Sarah completed her her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at the former Wheelock College, now Boston University, and her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Simmons College.
Sarah desires to provide support in a caring and empathic relationship with you to achieve your stated goals and build on your strengths while identifying areas that may be preventing you from achieving the fulfillment and peace you desire. She utilizes person-centered care approaches in her therapeutic relationships to help the client be a part of the care planning process. Sarah strives to use collaborative, strength-based, solution-focused therapy while also remaining aware of the need to pivot approaches at times and reassess the care goals with the client.
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Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
Relationship issues can cause significant stress and strain on your love life, but they certainly aren’t uncommon. If you’re struggling with conflict in your home, pursuing couples therapy is a great idea. Moreover, the sooner you seek help for the issues that may be affecting your relationship, the more likely you will be to fully resolve them.
You can heal your relationship today by partnering up with a couples therapist at Thriveworks Counseling in Watertown, MA. These professionals have the experience and the skills that you’re looking for in a relationship expert. They have helped many other couples manage and overcome their relationship issues, of which might match the issues that you are experiencing in your relationship.
If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment with a Thriveworks couples therapist, contact our office. Our scheduling team is here to assist you and get you set up with a couples therapist at your earliest convenience. You will have both in-person and online counseling options when you call to schedule.
Many couples have disagreements over similar issues; however, circumstances are always unique to each relationship. These may include:
If you attend couples therapy at Thriveworks, the professional you see will do everything they can to help you address your specific problem(s). Even if they haven’t dealt with your exact circumstances before, their training, experience, and insight can be applied to many varied relationship issues.
Too often, couples struggle with whether to see a counselor as their relationship may be excellent other than the one issue. For example, you and your partner might form a unified bond on everything from raising kids to handling money. You might still feel in love and enjoy each other’s company, but issues may crop up under certain circumstances.
This is a prime reason why the AAMFT recommends seeing someone, like couples therapists in Watertown, as soon as possible. Don’t give one issue the power to make an otherwise great relationship feel miserable. Additionally, know that couples therapy isn’t just for those experiencing a major problem in their relationship. It’s also for those who recognize some room for improvement or the benefit of learning new tools for resolving conflicts and connecting on a deeper level.
Wouldn’t you like to find a way to handle conflict at home in a way that allows you to respect each other, find resolution and move forward in your relationship? If you and your loved one could benefit from attending Watertown couples counseling, don’t delay. Give us a call when you’re ready and discover how much stronger your relationship could be.
When you call, your scheduling specialist will walk you through your options. You’ll have both in-person and online counseling appointments available to you. In addition, our counselors have really flexible schedules, which enable them to offer daytime as well as evening appointments, throughout the week and on the weekends. They know that it can be difficult to fit an appointment into your work schedule, so they want to offer their clients many different appointment options.
If you’re interested in scheduling a session, call our office today. We look forward to it.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Watertown is located near Main St and Mt Auburn St, off US-20. It is right by the Charles River and near the Watertown Free Public Library.
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