Therapists near me in Worcester, MA

These times are urgent. Let us slow down.” ― Bayo Akomolafe Let's take things one breath at a time, slowing down instead of rushing through the hard parts. I don’t believe in fixing or solving everything all at once in the hopes it does not reoccur. Instead, I offer space for curiosity, vulnerability, and connection, because that’s often where healing begins. Together we’ll practice being with your experiences, not just getting past them. I work with people facing all kinds of mental health and personal life challenges, and I especially love helping clients untangle old patterns and build new ones that feel more like them. My approach is relational and HUMOROUS, humanistic, honest, warm, and collaborative. I work mostly with teens and adults. Outside of therapy, I’m usually testing a new hairstyle, thrifting, listening to Afrobeats, or walking my dachshund, Winston-Bishop.

Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Miami, FL. I received my bachelor's in psychology and master's in social work from Florida International University. I currently hold a license in Florida and Massachusetts. I'm also fully bilingual in English and Spanish. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to each client’s unique needs. With a background in both individual and family therapy, I bring a holistic approach to help clients navigate challenges, foster resilience, and improve their quality of life. I specialize in areas such as anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and life transitions, and I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals feel empowered to share and grow.

Hi, I'm Shantara, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist (CMNHS), and the founder of TEA Time Therapeutic Services LLC. I believe healing begins when we understand the connection between our Thoughts, Emotions, and Actions (T.E.A.). My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel heard, challenged, and empowered to grow. My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to your unique needs. Using evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT, and Motivational Interviewing, I'll help you build healthy coping skills, gain insight, and create meaningful, lasting change. As a CMNHS, I also recognize the connection between mental and physical health, incorporating a holistic perspective when it supports your goals. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I'm here to walk alongside you as you learn to pour back into your life.

I ensure that each patient feels comfortable and confident in their decision to seek care. I have dedicated my career to empowering clients through a blend of evidence-based techniques and compassionate care. With an extensive background in clinical psychology, I successfully employ multiple therapeutic modalities including EMDR, ERP therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, CBT and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy! I also provide clinical supervision to interns and newly licensed clinicians in MA and RI through my ACS certification.

Hello! My name is Ms. Tammy Carson and I am a board-certified Psychotherapist. I am originally from Boston Massachusetts. In my younger years I traveled and worked in many states in a corporate yet still helping role as a business analyst and functioned as a project manager too in South Africa Johannesburg. I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Florida. I attended a Christian college for my undergraduate degree at Eastern Nazarene a college affiliated through the church of the Nazarene. The social work department at the college mirrored and was taught social work through a Christian perspective and philosophies taken from the stories of the bible. I completed my graduate degree at Simmons School of Social Work in Boston Massachusetts, getting an MSW, and an Urban Leadership certificate. I have been licensed and doing psychotherapy since 2013. My last job before doing psychotherapy full time was working in an emergency room alongside psychiatric residents doing crisis evaluations, advocating for all populations to get them the proper level of care needed. I like to think in psychotherapy session’s that, “I meet people where they are at in life”, and take it from there. I am an empath and proud of it. I genuinely like helping people understand, identify and better manage their daily lives and relationships. I enjoy helping people to take control and get the best out of life for themselves.

Hello, and welcome. I am DrStem (Sithembile Mahlatini). My journey began in Zimbabwe, Africa, and for over 40 years, I have had the privilege of living and practicing in the United States as a dedicated mental health professional. I am the Founder of Global Training Coaching & Consulting Services, The Bounce Back Empowerment Services, and the annual Uplifting Bounce Back Empowerment Conference. As a licensed therapist, Christian counselor, and certified life, career, and business coach, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and practical strategy to my clients. I am deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, rediscover hope, and build unbreakable resilience. Change, even positive change can be challenging and uncomfortable. I hope to provide the necessary support as a champion of change.

I am a compassionate, culturally sensitive, and collaborative therapist who offers a supportive space to slow down, untangle what’s been holding you back, and build confidence in your ability to cope and grow. My goal is to help you feel truly understood and equipped with the tools needed to create the balance, peace, and clarity you deserve. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness. I am committed to helping individuals develop insight, resilience, and meaningful change while honoring their unique experiences and strengths.

Hi, I'm Jada, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've worked in inpatient psychiatry, done crisis intervention, and spent years in outpatient therapy, so I've sat with people through everything from everyday stress to full-blown crises, including LGBTQ individuals navigating identity, acceptance, and the unique challenges that can come with it. If there's one thing that's taught me, it's that healing looks different for everyone. There's no single formula that works for all of us, and I recognize that minorities and marginalized folks often carry experiences and stressors that deserve to be seen and understood, not overlooked.

With over 6 years of counseling experience within a 40 year human services career, I am a licensed clinician who offers compassionate and trauma focused therapy to individuals, couples and families. I take a strong empathic approach in my therapy sessions to foster a safe, therapeutic environment. My process includes collaborative treatment planning, promoting emotional regulation and supporting clients through complex challenges using evidence informed practices, building meaningful therapeutic relationships and empowering clients toward sustainable growth an resilience.

I'm so glad you're here. I'm a wife, mom of three adult kids, and a devoted cat lover who grew up in Massachusetts and recently planted new roots in Rochester, NY. I believe everyone deserves a space to be truly heard without judgment or pressure. When you sit across from me, you'll find someone real, compassionate, and genuinely rooting for you every step of the way. I take my coffee seriously and I may ask about your pets - It tells me a lot about a person.

Am a Therapist with experience in intensive therapeutic interventions designed to stabilize individuals in crisis. Am a highly skilled, compassionate and empathetic professional with a solution-oriented viewpoint in providing exceptional care while implementing effective treatment and supportive plans for children, adolescents and adults experiencing or exposed to life’s tougher challenges/addictions. I have a demonstrated track record of success supporting people in learning new skills to manage and overcome social, emotional, psychological and addiction struggles. Finally, am comfortable working with a diverse selection of clients in one-on-one or group settings.

Hi! I'm a Alyssa, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts. I'm so glad you're here and considering working together. My approach is eclectic, combining pieces from different therapeutic modalities to find the right mix that works for you. I tend to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I provide a warm and direct approach, incorporating humor where I can. My clients often describe me as someone who is easy to talk to. I appreciate feedback from clients throughout the course of the therapeutic relationship to ensure your needs are being met.

I am a compassionate and client-centered psychotherapist with over three years of direct psychotherapy experience and six years of combined experience in social services and community behavioral health. Through careful evaluation to formulate an accurate understanding of each client’s needs, I develop individualized treatment plans that are collaborative, goal-oriented, and adaptable over time. My practice is distinguished by my ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment to thoughtfully challenge clients’ unhelpful thought patterns. I encourage clients to examine assumptions, consider alternative perspectives, and develop more balanced, constructive ways of thinking in a way that fosters trust, resilience, and meaningful change.

Hello! My name is Deborah Gromack. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, in MA as well as a Board Certified Music Therapist with 27 years of experience in both fields. As an LMHC, I have worked with children, young adults, older adults from all walks of life, who are dealing with anxiety, depression and life transitions. As a Music Therapist, I have specialized in the areas of Alzheimer's and Autism, primarly, but also have experience in working as an LMHC/MTBC with adults who are seeking traditional talk therapy, and who are open to the possibility of utilizing the creative arts to process aspects of experience which are difficult to hold, process and express verbally.

My name is Monica Rosa, and I am a Cape Verdean American clinician with over 10 years of experience in the field of social work. I believe my upbringing and life experiences have helped shape the compassionate and culturally responsive therapist I am today. Throughout my career, I have worked in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, and home-based environments, which has provided me with extensive experience supporting diverse populations and navigating a wide range of challenges. I provide compassionate individual therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and everyday life stressors. I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, with a focus on building healthy coping skills, improving emotional well-being, and fostering personal growth.

You may know exactly what you want to change, but still find yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or repeating the same patterns despite your best efforts. I often help with anxiety, depression, grief, emotional intensity, low self-worth, and relationship stress, especially when someone knows what they want to do but struggles to follow through. My style is direct, supportive, and down-to-earth, and I use CBT, DBT, REBT, and motivational interviewing to make therapy feel practical, collaborative, and genuinely helpful. I also bring warmth and humor into the work so it feels more like a real conversation with someone in your corner rather than being analyzed by some human computer

I am a clinician with twenty-five years of clincial experiences as a licensed mental health counselor. I have worked with families, caregivers, employees, and adults over 18 years old. I visited families in their homes over the years before doing telehealth visits on a permanent basis. I have extensive experience providing mindfulness behavioral therapy, solution-focused methods, CBT, and grief counseling. Over the years, I have learned valuable resources for stress reduction through grounding techniques using the breath and cognitive restructuring to produce a calmer state of being. I participated in an all-day training for clinicians to learn how to apply nature-based interventions and tools for individuals interested in this intervention. Evidence-based studies show how nature therapy reduces stress, heart rate, and blood pressure, and boosts positive moods. You can practice nature therapy in your house without having to go outside as well.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience counseling individuals of all ages. Throughout my career as a social worker, I’ve worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, nursing homes, residential addiction treatment centers, and crisis stabilization with childrenfamilies; in public, private and voluntary sectors. I also worked abroad (UK) for 2 years where I gained meaningful experience working with a variety of cultures. I am Bilingual (EnglishSpanish) and, as such, recognize the importance of being culturally aware. I believe that my relationships with clients can be healing and that effective interventions start with a genuine human connection. I look forward to hearing from you!

Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida and the proud owner of On Point Counseling LLC. I am also licensed in Indiana, Virginia, and Massachusetts. I received my Masters degree from Florida International University and have been practicing for over 8 years. I have experience working children, adolescents, and adults. My goal in therapy is to help my clients to improve the quality of their lives. My Professional Website Link: https://onpointcounselingllc.clientsecure.me/

Hi! I'm a LCMHCS, LPCS, LCAS, CCS based in North Carolina and practicing in NC, SC, GA, TX, AZ, MA, ME, RI, NH and US VI. I received my Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University and two Masters from Webster University in Counseling and Health Administration. I have been practicing for over 20 years and enjoy working with a diverse population of people. I have several areas of expertise and enjoy using them to support my clients in their overall life goals and plans for success.

I am a 46 year old black male certified as an LICSW in Massachusetts. I grew up in Fall River, MA, served in the Air Force, and earned a Master's Degree from Boston University. I have experience working with people of all age ranges, with focuses on anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, existentialism, and trauma. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral as therapeutic approaches, along with supportive counseling and family approaches.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2011. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety and life stressors / transitions along with those looking to gain greater self confidence, establish better boundaries and improve their relationships. I provide both in person and virtual 60 minute sessions. I have office space in Albany, NY. I will provide you the support, encouragement and feedback needed to take the next step in your life. Together we will work through your life challenges and obstacles. It would be an honor to join you on your journey towards a happier, healthier life.

Hi, I’m Victoria Pass, LMHC, LPC, a Black therapist, wife, mother, and proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community with over 5 years of experience. I provide telehealth therapy to adults in Massachusetts and Connecticut, offering a trauma-informed, empowerment-based space for healing, growth, and self-acceptance. My approach integrates existential therapy, CBT, and a strength-based lens to help you explore meaning, build resilience, and create lasting change. i will be accepting new referrals in July!

My name is Joshua Barbour, I am a board Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Massachusetts. I earned my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work both from Bridgewater State University. I work with individuals, families and couples. Having been a social worker for the last decade, I have a true appreciation for the vulnerability and strength it takes for someone to seek support and engage in services.

As a Therapist, I’m passionate about helping clients evolve into the best version of themselves. I specialize in supporting those navigating depression, anxiety, and life transitions, and I’m committed to breaking cycles of self-doubt, self-sabotage, and emotional pain rooted in trauma or cultural conditioning. My approach blends evidence-based practices, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Supportive Therapy, with a deep understanding of your unique story. At EJM Therapy, you’ll find a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can show up fully without shame or stigma. For many clients such as yourself, finding a place to share openly without fear of judgment can feel impossible. Somewhere you can laugh, cry, scream, or all three. Here, you are heard, seen, and supported. Therapy can be the recipe for unstoppable healing and unshakable peace. If you’re ready to move forward, I’d love to walk alongside you. Let’s talk.

Hello and thank you for taking the time to review my page. I am currently accepting new clients for my Telehealth Therapy practice, offering valuable mental health services from the convenience of your own couch. I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside individuals on their journey to prioritize wellness in their lives. With over 10 years experience providing psychotherapy services to individuals of all ages in various settings—including homes, schools, outpatient clinics, and through online therapy—I strive to meet diverse needs. Please visit my website www.telehealththerapy.org for more information.

EVENING HOURS ! My name is Pat Sorofman. My experience in family and marriage counseling has allowed me to help countless couples and families navigate their challenges, fostering understanding and communication in even the most difficult situations. My expertise in anxiety disorders further complements my practice. I provide individuals the tools and support necessary to manage their anxiety and lead to fulfilling lives. My empathetic approach and commitment to my clients create a safe, supportive environment where healing can blossom. Whether you are seeking guidance for familial relationships or facing anxiety, I will help you on your journey to wellness, connection and happiness.

As a mental health therapist, I do my best to provide a safe, open, and empowering environment in which my clients can express themselves in ways that feel true to themselves. I take a creative approach to therapy, integrating various theories and techniques in order to best serve those who seek support. Each individual has an important story to tell, which is why I believe it is important to tailor therapeutic interventions to each individual based on their needs. I have had experience with a wide range of populations and am always open to learning more. I work hard to connect with individuals and believe having a consistent, safe, and positive connection with others is a huge part of the work. I am humorous, compassionate, and empathic. I take a strength-based and person-centered approach when working with others, finding ways to inform the work based on the individual sitting with me. I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy to help you build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change. Using expressive therapies in tandem with talk-therapy, together we’ll work toward a life that feels more balanced and connected.

If you’re going through a rough time and feel like friends and family aren’t quite enough right now, you’re not alone. Sometimes, talking to someone outside your usual circle can make a big difference. If you’re new to counseling, it helps to know a bit about your counselor and what to expect. Counseling offers a private space with a trained professional who can support you in working through your concerns and checking in on your well-being. Whether you’re facing job stress, loss, illness, disability, addiction, relationship challenges, depression, or anxiety, I’m here to help you regain your balance. Life can be tough, but you’ll always have my support. When you’re ready, take that first step toward feeling better. ,

I have been a clinical social worker for over 20 years and began my career in the Boston area. I have been practicing in Connecticut since 2008. I work as a LCSW in CT and as a LICSW in MA. Work experience includes community behavioral health, medical social work, hospice, out-patient private practice, geriatric psychiatry, partial hospitalization, and acute in-patient psychiatric hospitalization. I have had the privilege of working with adults ranging in age from 18 to 100+. My combined work experience over the years has helped me to develop my present therapeutic style based first and foremost in compassion, with the knowledge that each client is a unique individual. I trust that things can get better so you can maximize the quality of your life. Let me help you to discover this! My goal is to create a safe, collaborative environment where clients can explore their concerns, patterns or triggers and find strategies for healing. I feel that attention needs to be given to the interconnected areas of the mind, body and spirit. Addressing the whole – mind, body and spirit - and increasing self-awareness, will improve self-acceptance and strengthen self-compassion. Areas of clinical work with adults for individual therapy include, but are not limited to - anxiety, depression, stress related to change and life transitions – college, retirement, move to assisted living, etc.…aging, caregiver stress, grief/loss, parents of adult children with major mental health and/or SUD (substance use disorders), separation/divorce, medical problems, self-care, self-esteem, early diagnosed neurocognitive disorders, and spirituality. Whatever your situation, I look forward to working with you toward your goals.

I was born and raised in Puerto Rico and 25 years ago I moved to Florida where I currently reside. I graduated in 2005 from Florida International University with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. At the present time, I hold 9 state licenses that allows me to to provide Tele-health counseling in other states besides Florida; Texas, South Carolina, Georgia, Arizona, Missouri, Utah and Michigan, Massachusetts. I am also bilingual (English and Spanish) and I have more than 20 years of experience in the mental health and social services arena.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of clinical experience in mental health services. I currently have active licenses from Florida and Massachusetts States. The approach I use in sessions of Telehealth psychotherapy is eclectic, including cognitive behavioral system, solution focused, relational approach with a strength base foundation. My areas of clinical work are adolescents and adults, who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma related symptoms and struggles with life transitions including but not limited to divorce, retirement, parenting children with special needs, grief and loss, non-binary gender clients, complex medical conditions and women issues. Tengo mas de 15 annos de experiencia clinica con servicios de salud mental y un diploma de maestria en trabajo social con licencia profesional de sico- terapeuta en los estados de Florida y Massachusetts. El enfoque que uso en las sesiones es una combinacion de terapia cognitiva, enfoques de solucion, relaciones con bases de fortalezas y habilidades de cada persona. Mis areas de solida experincia clinica son atender a adolescentes y adultos que sufren cuadros de depresion, ansiedad, sintomas de trauma y desafios emocionals que se viven en distintas etapas dela vida; salud emocional de la mujer, divorcio, jubilarse, criar hijos con necesidades especiales, duelos, comunidad LGBT, problemas de salud cronicos .

Hi! I am a therapist with 29 years of experience and love working with people to help become the best version of themselves. I form strong therapeutic alliances with the people I work with and help them find the path to feeling better about themselves and their lives. I am positive and supportive and work with people to be solution focused and to quickly learn to be more independent and to trust in themselves and the decisions they make. They will see me as their greatest cheerleader and advocate who is able to help them ask themselves the right questions to be able to make confident decisions on his/her or their own. I am also a CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional).

I earned my Master of Social Work from Temple University with a clinical concentration, specializing in health and mental health, and I’m licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Mexico, Washington, and New Jersey. My passion is working with people to navigate life’s challenges and transitions, whether that’s changes at work, moving, or shifts in relationships. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we focus on your goals and strengths, building coping skills and strategies that help you feel more grounded, empowered, and able to create meaningful change in your life.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and EMDR-trained therapist who helps adults work through anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, and relationship challenges. I specialize in supporting first-generation immigrants and high-achieving individuals who struggle with imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, or feeling “not good enough.” My approach is warm, culturally responsive, and grounded in evidence-based practices like EMDR and CBT. I create a space where you can process difficult experiences, build confidence, and develop tools to feel more secure and empowered in your life.

Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

I am an advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, a passionate partner in your healing process. As a clinician, I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another. I gained my education at New York University and have experience working in many major diverse communities across the United States. This practice experience and armed me with the humility to connect with all cultures, intersections, and identities.