Mahesh Balan
I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, and their families, providing a safe and supportive environment to uncover and address the root causes of their challenges. With over 30 years of experience as a Juvenile Probation Officer, High School Dean of Students, School Adjustment Counselor, and now as a Therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise to help you navigate these difficulties. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, or are a parent seeking guidance to support your child, I’m here to help you develop effective coping strategies and regain control over your life.
With over 30 years of experience as a Juvenile Probation Officer, High School Dean of Students, School Adjustment Counselor, and now as a Therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise to help you navigate these difficulties.
First session
My goal is to help my clients feel that they are in a safe place to discuss whatever it is they are struggling with and to work as partners in identifying the appropriate coping strategies, interventions and solutions they problems they are facing.
Strengths
My greatest strengths are to listen to my clients, help them to take ownership of their behavior and to empower them to communicate their needs or implement strategies to manage their problems.
Ideal clients
My approach is collaborative. I work alongside you to identify and address the underlying issues causing stress, anger, depression, or any other challenges. Together, we’ll set goals to move you away from pain and toward a life that feels supported and within your control. Growing up today is challenging not only for teenagers but also for their families.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
How we perceive a problem is crucial in how we address it. I have used this method with clients of all ages to help them identify the root of their problems and to help them manage those problems. Primarily used to address Anxiety and Depression.
Family Therapy
Over the years in working with families my focus has been to help each family member learn how to communicate their feelings to each other and to be heard and understood.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Asian / Asian American
Man
Top specialties
Anxiety
Family Therapy
School Issues
Other specialties
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Parenting
Racism
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
MassachusettsLicense LMHC10002547