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Juliana Igbinosun
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
(857) 520-2856 View (857) 520-2856
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Mackie Alexis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Mackie is a certified nurse practitioner currently working for a level 1 trauma center in Boston. In that role, she has the opportunity to care for a large population of homeless with mental health and substance abuse problems. A large component of the care provided involves the management of the psychological and social aspects through continuity of care and referrals. Many of the clients that Mackie has come to observe, not only have to deal with mental health issues but suffer greatly from the lack of family support, in part, due to the associated stigma of the disorder.
Mackie is a certified nurse practitioner currently working for a level 1 trauma center in Boston. In that role, she has the opportunity to care for a large population of homeless with mental health and substance abuse problems. A large component of the care provided involves the management of the psychological and social aspects through continuity of care and referrals. Many of the clients that Mackie has come to observe, not only have to deal with mental health issues but suffer greatly from the lack of family support, in part, due to the associated stigma of the disorder.
(781) 332-5225 View (781) 332-5225
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Dr. Allison Jackson
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445
Dr. Allison Jackson is a Harvard-trained board-certified psychiatrist who opened MindfulMD as a way to provide individually tailored, compassionate psychiatric care for her patients. She is accepting new patients in Florida (in-person and virtual) and Massachusetts (virtual only). She has experience treating a wide variety of conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep issues, sexual health issues, bipolar disorder, PTSD, derm-psych conditions i.e. skin picking and trichotillomania, and many more. She also has worked with patients on managing stress related to relationships, illness, burnout, grief, career, or identity.
Dr. Allison Jackson is a Harvard-trained board-certified psychiatrist who opened MindfulMD as a way to provide individually tailored, compassionate psychiatric care for her patients. She is accepting new patients in Florida (in-person and virtual) and Massachusetts (virtual only). She has experience treating a wide variety of conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep issues, sexual health issues, bipolar disorder, PTSD, derm-psych conditions i.e. skin picking and trichotillomania, and many more. She also has worked with patients on managing stress related to relationships, illness, burnout, grief, career, or identity.
(813) 328-6239 View (813) 328-6239
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Saleema John
Physician Assistant, MMS, PA-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Insurance-Covered. Personalized. Compassionate. Medication Management. Trained by Harvard Medical School Faculty Member. I am a dedicated clinician with a passion for providing high-quality psychiatric care tailored to your unique needs to enhance your mental health. I understand that medication can play a crucial role in achieving balance and stability in life. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, etc., my focus is on delivering empathetic and individualized care. I embrace a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the importance of lifestyle, self-care, and therapeutic support.
Insurance-Covered. Personalized. Compassionate. Medication Management. Trained by Harvard Medical School Faculty Member. I am a dedicated clinician with a passion for providing high-quality psychiatric care tailored to your unique needs to enhance your mental health. I understand that medication can play a crucial role in achieving balance and stability in life. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, etc., my focus is on delivering empathetic and individualized care. I embrace a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the importance of lifestyle, self-care, and therapeutic support.
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Omar Sultan Haque M D Ph D
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, MTS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
NOT Currently Accepting New Patients… Greetings! I specialize in individualized and compassionate psychiatric treatment with evidence-based medical interventions. With expert medication management, I aspire to help our patients recover and return to their lives and relationships feeling whole again.
NOT Currently Accepting New Patients… Greetings! I specialize in individualized and compassionate psychiatric treatment with evidence-based medical interventions. With expert medication management, I aspire to help our patients recover and return to their lives and relationships feeling whole again.
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Dignity Brain Health
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
TELE-HEALTH or In-Person: Insurance-Covered, Harvard-trained, Medication Management that is personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based at Dignity Brain Health. Our dedicated team of expert clinicians is committed to providing top-notch care for individuals struggling with mental health conditions. We prioritize finding the right medication and dosage to enhance your overall well-being and quality of life. With our comprehensive, patient-centered approach, we optimize your treatment plan for optimal results.
TELE-HEALTH or In-Person: Insurance-Covered, Harvard-trained, Medication Management that is personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based at Dignity Brain Health. Our dedicated team of expert clinicians is committed to providing top-notch care for individuals struggling with mental health conditions. We prioritize finding the right medication and dosage to enhance your overall well-being and quality of life. With our comprehensive, patient-centered approach, we optimize your treatment plan for optimal results.
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Dahyana (Diana) Schlosser
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MEd
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02146
Hi there, and welcome. If your child's behaviors and/or emotions have you feeling eager to find a solution, I am here to help. Being a parent or caregiver to a child struggling with behavioral and emotional challenges is tough. And despite the fact that you know your child best, you may still be struggling to find the right interventions, supports, and resources to make it all better. That's where I come in. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I can help you navigate the various resources available to support your child.
Hi there, and welcome. If your child's behaviors and/or emotions have you feeling eager to find a solution, I am here to help. Being a parent or caregiver to a child struggling with behavioral and emotional challenges is tough. And despite the fact that you know your child best, you may still be struggling to find the right interventions, supports, and resources to make it all better. That's where I come in. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I can help you navigate the various resources available to support your child.
(508) 342-5518 View (508) 342-5518
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Carolyne Mburu Gerena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199  (Online Only)
Accepting clients in MA! Are you feeling lost, questioning if what you're going through is normal? Do you find yourself struggling with forgetfulness, battling to focus, or easily losing track of your thoughts? Perhaps each morning feels like an uphill climb, lacking the motivation to engage in life, and sometimes tears well up for no apparent reason. The nights become an endless struggle, with sleep eluding you or leaving you restless and drained the next day. Have you endured a traumatic experience that has left you feeling trapped in anxiety and unease? You don't have to carry these burdens alone, not anymore.
Accepting clients in MA! Are you feeling lost, questioning if what you're going through is normal? Do you find yourself struggling with forgetfulness, battling to focus, or easily losing track of your thoughts? Perhaps each morning feels like an uphill climb, lacking the motivation to engage in life, and sometimes tears well up for no apparent reason. The nights become an endless struggle, with sleep eluding you or leaving you restless and drained the next day. Have you endured a traumatic experience that has left you feeling trapped in anxiety and unease? You don't have to carry these burdens alone, not anymore.
(617) 963-0705 View (617) 963-0705
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Holly Kalinay Msn Pmhnp-Bc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Personalized, Compassionate, Expert Medication Management. Insurance covered! Greetings! I am Holly, and I would love to hear from you about your needs. Send me a message and let me know how I can help you. Thanks! → Customized and Personalized Care: I individualize my treatment to your unique experiences, symptoms, narrative, needs, and goals. → Getting at Root Causes: I go beyond surface symptoms, take time to understand your history, your diagnostic picture, order laboratory studies, and do optional genetic testing. → Scientific and Evidence-Based: I aim to provide you with the most up to date and accurate advice.
Personalized, Compassionate, Expert Medication Management. Insurance covered! Greetings! I am Holly, and I would love to hear from you about your needs. Send me a message and let me know how I can help you. Thanks! → Customized and Personalized Care: I individualize my treatment to your unique experiences, symptoms, narrative, needs, and goals. → Getting at Root Causes: I go beyond surface symptoms, take time to understand your history, your diagnostic picture, order laboratory studies, and do optional genetic testing. → Scientific and Evidence-Based: I aim to provide you with the most up to date and accurate advice.
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Engrace Behavioral Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, ARPN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
(857) 256-3633 View (857) 256-3633
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Sherley Boisvert Msn Pmhnp-Bc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199
Medication Management: Experienced, Personalized, Empathic, Insurance covered! ... Hello! My name is Sherley, and I would be honored to learn about your journey and how I can help you. Send me a message and let me know what you are looking for. Thank you! → Your Trusted Partner in a Collaborative Therapeutic Relationship: I take a collaborative approach with my patients, and I am dedicated to active listening, understanding, respect, and kindness, all while adhering to evidence-based research and the highest ethical standards of patient-centered care. → Experienced: over 20 years of clinical experience.
Medication Management: Experienced, Personalized, Empathic, Insurance covered! ... Hello! My name is Sherley, and I would be honored to learn about your journey and how I can help you. Send me a message and let me know what you are looking for. Thank you! → Your Trusted Partner in a Collaborative Therapeutic Relationship: I take a collaborative approach with my patients, and I am dedicated to active listening, understanding, respect, and kindness, all while adhering to evidence-based research and the highest ethical standards of patient-centered care. → Experienced: over 20 years of clinical experience.
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Susan Rako MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
If you need help to gain or regain a good enough balance and a way to find happiness in your life, I have decades of valuable experience. I am known as a "psychiatrist's psychiatrist," a true healer, and one who is gifted at working with "challenging" situations" -- both individual and couples. Therapy is my specialty, and I evaluate and prescribe medication only for patients I treat in therapy when it is truly indicated. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are more interested in developing their own capacities than in complaining about the inadequacy of what they find outside themselves in the world and in other people. I do not provide "medication management" if that is a primary reason for consultation. Author of : "That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist" (published by Random House) and "Semrad: The Heart of a Therapist" (see www.susanrako.com) My blog, "More Light" can also be found on my website.
If you need help to gain or regain a good enough balance and a way to find happiness in your life, I have decades of valuable experience. I am known as a "psychiatrist's psychiatrist," a true healer, and one who is gifted at working with "challenging" situations" -- both individual and couples. Therapy is my specialty, and I evaluate and prescribe medication only for patients I treat in therapy when it is truly indicated. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are more interested in developing their own capacities than in complaining about the inadequacy of what they find outside themselves in the world and in other people. I do not provide "medication management" if that is a primary reason for consultation. Author of : "That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist" (published by Random House) and "Semrad: The Heart of a Therapist" (see www.susanrako.com) My blog, "More Light" can also be found on my website.
(617) 964-4241 View (617) 964-4241
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Gretchen Woodward
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115  (Online Only)
Gretchen collaborates with clients to find the treatments that meet their individual needs. She has completed training in many therapy modalities. She brings her training blended with clinical experience and intuition to provide personalized care. Treating conditions that include ADHD, stress related and mood related disorders. Experienced in trauma based care.
Gretchen collaborates with clients to find the treatments that meet their individual needs. She has completed training in many therapy modalities. She brings her training blended with clinical experience and intuition to provide personalized care. Treating conditions that include ADHD, stress related and mood related disorders. Experienced in trauma based care.
(339) 232-7990 View (339) 232-7990
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Malak Rafla
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
Waitlist for new clients
Leading a fulfilling and happy life can be challenging and may even seem impossible at times. I believe that communicating and connecting via talk therapy is one path towards a happier and more meaningful life. My view is that therapy provides an opportunity to gain insight into one's relationships with one's self, others and society. I use a variety of approaches in my therapeutic work according to what works for each individual person. Together we'll focus on trying to understand the root causes of various problems and repetitive patterns of behavior that are difficult to change.
Leading a fulfilling and happy life can be challenging and may even seem impossible at times. I believe that communicating and connecting via talk therapy is one path towards a happier and more meaningful life. My view is that therapy provides an opportunity to gain insight into one's relationships with one's self, others and society. I use a variety of approaches in my therapeutic work according to what works for each individual person. Together we'll focus on trying to understand the root causes of various problems and repetitive patterns of behavior that are difficult to change.
(857) 259-5821 View (857) 259-5821
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Jonathan DeWeese
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I am a psychotherapist and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner based in Cambridge, MA, offering both psychotherapy (talk therapy), ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and psychiatric medication management. As a post-graduate fellow at the Psychotherapy Institute of Back Bay (PIBB), I see individual and couples psychotherapy clients at our office in Copley Square, Boston. I also see clients in my private practice in Central Square, Cambridge. My interests include psychodynamic psychotherapy, relationship issues, men's issues, spiritual/existential issues, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and psychedelic integration work.
I am a psychotherapist and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner based in Cambridge, MA, offering both psychotherapy (talk therapy), ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and psychiatric medication management. As a post-graduate fellow at the Psychotherapy Institute of Back Bay (PIBB), I see individual and couples psychotherapy clients at our office in Copley Square, Boston. I also see clients in my private practice in Central Square, Cambridge. My interests include psychodynamic psychotherapy, relationship issues, men's issues, spiritual/existential issues, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and psychedelic integration work.
(857) 597-3105 View (857) 597-3105
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Joseph Lavoie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02118
People reach out to me with a variety of concerns including anxiety, attention difficulty, depression, sleep trouble, grief, relationship issues, sexual identity, self-esteem, life transitions and so much more. Whether a teenager, young adult, middle-aged or older, my clients are looking for help to overcome personal struggles and to achieve their optimal potential for mental, emotional, and physical health.
People reach out to me with a variety of concerns including anxiety, attention difficulty, depression, sleep trouble, grief, relationship issues, sexual identity, self-esteem, life transitions and so much more. Whether a teenager, young adult, middle-aged or older, my clients are looking for help to overcome personal struggles and to achieve their optimal potential for mental, emotional, and physical health.
(617) 544-0493 View (617) 544-0493
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Adhd Aid Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Finally, Covid is almost over. Accepting New Patients. No more waiting for months with the other practices. If you are a student or professional and struggling with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression. Make an appointment, get tested, and enjoy life. Today, you are one step closer to a new you. I offer comprehensive ADHD testing accepted at schools and workplaces for ADA accommodations like extra time on tests. Anxiety and Sleep issues can feel like ADHD. Untreated Depression & Mood Ups and Downs all share the symptoms of ADHD. This means most people think they have ADHD when in fact it is something else.
Finally, Covid is almost over. Accepting New Patients. No more waiting for months with the other practices. If you are a student or professional and struggling with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression. Make an appointment, get tested, and enjoy life. Today, you are one step closer to a new you. I offer comprehensive ADHD testing accepted at schools and workplaces for ADA accommodations like extra time on tests. Anxiety and Sleep issues can feel like ADHD. Untreated Depression & Mood Ups and Downs all share the symptoms of ADHD. This means most people think they have ADHD when in fact it is something else.
(339) 220-4491 View (339) 220-4491
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Fredric Schiffer
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I am the founder of the Dual-Brain Psychology Institute for the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and psychological wellbeing. (www.dual-brainpsychologyinstitute) and the author of Of Two Mind: Dual Brain Psychology (on Amazon) and the recipient of a successful, published NIH funded clinical trial on opioid cravings. My primary focus is the understanding and treatment of one's inner emotional distress and its impact on one's everyday life.
I am the founder of the Dual-Brain Psychology Institute for the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and psychological wellbeing. (www.dual-brainpsychologyinstitute) and the author of Of Two Mind: Dual Brain Psychology (on Amazon) and the recipient of a successful, published NIH funded clinical trial on opioid cravings. My primary focus is the understanding and treatment of one's inner emotional distress and its impact on one's everyday life.
(617) 409-2786 View (617) 409-2786
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Stephanie Etienne
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP-B, RN
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02115
Stephanie is accepting NEW patients. As dedicated and compassionate board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I obtained my BSN at Southern New Hampshire University. My desire to make a difference in the mental health field led me to further my education at Regis College, where I graduated with my master’s in nursing in May 2023, specializing in Psychiatry. As a Psychiatric Mental Health NP, my approach to patient care is deeply rooted in compassion and understanding. I VALUE validation; focus on the present, ensure that her patients feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their healing journey.
Stephanie is accepting NEW patients. As dedicated and compassionate board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I obtained my BSN at Southern New Hampshire University. My desire to make a difference in the mental health field led me to further my education at Regis College, where I graduated with my master’s in nursing in May 2023, specializing in Psychiatry. As a Psychiatric Mental Health NP, my approach to patient care is deeply rooted in compassion and understanding. I VALUE validation; focus on the present, ensure that her patients feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their healing journey.
(617) 766-0774 View (617) 766-0774
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Anthony DiBartolomeo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Thank you for visiting my profile. My approach is gentle, holistic, and collaborative. My priority is to establish a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship with each client. I am skilled in providing individual therapy, medication management, and psychoeducation to help clients manage symptoms, improve coping skills, and enhance overall mental health and wellness. When conducting individual therapy, I utilize different types of therapy, namely Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Supportive Therapy.
Thank you for visiting my profile. My approach is gentle, holistic, and collaborative. My priority is to establish a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship with each client. I am skilled in providing individual therapy, medication management, and psychoeducation to help clients manage symptoms, improve coping skills, and enhance overall mental health and wellness. When conducting individual therapy, I utilize different types of therapy, namely Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Supportive Therapy.
(617) 622-5650 View (617) 622-5650

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Emotionally Focused Psychiatrists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.