Find a licensed online therapist in Newton, MA

Hello! My name is Sydney, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Supervisor (LMFT-S) in Texas. I currently serve as the Assistant Director at a children’s behavioral health clinic, and I also provide bereavement and grief support through a non-profit hospice organization. I am continually humbled by the trust and vulnerability clients share as they navigate their most important concerns. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and collaborative, grounded in the belief that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance, tools, and support as you work through challenges and move toward your goals. As a systemic therapist, I consider the relational, emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual contexts that shape your experiences. This broad perspective allows us to explore not just symptoms, but the patterns and dynamics that influence your overall well-being. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you on your journey.

I am licensed in Massachusetts with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I work with teenagers too. Mostly ages 15-19 as well as over 19.

My name is Javonne Spivey and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trauma, and relationship challenges. My counseling style is genuine and validating. I am passionate about building therapeutic rapport with individuals to help them identify strengths as they work towards achieving personal goals. I believe therapy consists of a collaborative relationship and therefore I welcome feedback and encourage individuals to be an active participant in their treatment. My approach to treatment combines cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. I am intentional about educating individuals about the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and highlighting the power of thoughts and self-talk. I am a Christian and I enjoy utilizing scripture to help individuals achieve wellness that will lead to greatness. I have experience with implementing bible plans in treatment to help individuals address depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and purpose. I created a Christian mental wellness journal titled, Changing My Unhealthy Thoughts. The journal teaches the skills of utilizing scripture and taking thoughts captive to control and manage thinking patterns. The journal introduces a technique called prayerful thoughts. Prayerful thoughts are thoughts rooted in scripture. The journal encourages the reader to challenge unhealthy thoughts with scripture and replace unhealthy thoughts with prayerful thoughts. I appreciate your interest in working with me and I am looking forward to listening to your story and building a therapeutic relationship. My mission is to help you achieve wellness that leads to greatness. Let’s get started!

As a seasoned therapist with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction, with particular expertise in supporting women, veterans, first responders, and individuals managing chronic health challenges. I bring a compassionate, evidence-based approach to therapy, understanding that each person's journey is unique. My work centers on creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful strategies for healing and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is grounded in understanding the intricate connections between mental health, life experiences, and individual strengths. I am committed to helping clients develop practical coping skills, process challenging emotions, and move towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, or navigating significant life transitions, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space to explore your experiences and work towards your personal goals.

You've made the first, most difficult steps of identifying what you need to talk about, knowing you need to talk to someone 'outside,' and taking the leap of contacting us. I live in Massachusetts and have counseled many in schools, hospitals, clinics and private offices over the years. This new online telehealth platform created by some very creative people offers you and I an opportunity to meet and talk outside of the hassles of scheduling, driving, parking and talking in an office with a counselor, then repeating the same every 'visit.' I'm eager to meet you in this new environment where we can get to know each other much more easily. I provide short term, solution focused, individual therapy of 2-12 sessions with BH members who have issues and needs that can be resolved, relieved or improved within the frames of time and focus of short term therapy. I have studied and worked with a number of therapy approaches, for example, CBT, DBT, solution focused, family systems and couples' therapy. I am better at describing them in person, virtually. I strongly believe that we have within us what we need to heal ourselves from the emotional pain experienced in pasts and presents, and grow as we become our better selves. I also believe that change comes from the power of the therapeutic alliance: working together to improve your life and circumstances, as much as my skills and your innate strengths.

I am licensed in Massachusetts with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients ranging from teenagers and adolescents to adults, with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a licensed therapist with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges and transitions. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, adjustment to major life changes, college and academic stress, divorce, parenting challenges and empty nest transitions I believe that therapy is not one size fits all, and I tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs and goals. My work incorporates evidence based modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Whatever the approach, I believe that the most important piece is building a therapeutic relationship where the client feels understood, supported, empowered, and better equipped to not only get through life, but to thrive.

I have a PH.D in Healthcare Professional Education , Master in Social Work and LICSW licensed in Massachusetts with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I have receiving the Emerging Leader award in 2014 granted by the NASW Massachusetts Chapter and the Changing Lives Award granted by the Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PPAL) of Massachusetts both recognizing her leadership capabilities and innovative programming. Lastly, as a person of Haitian descent, I come to embrace and champion the importance of acknowledging the necessity of utilizing a multicultural perspective and cultural competency skills within a holistic approach that aims to have client centered based treatment, that builds insight, learning coping skill, life skill that direct balance and wellness planning.

I am licensed in Texas with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Massachusetts with 20 years of professional work experience. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

My mission is to provide judgement-free guidance to families in need of effective behavior management for children. Using a strengths-based perspective, I help parents choose the right tools to fit their needs and the needs of their children with the goal of preserving, restoring, or rebuilding positive relationships. On paper, I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston College; in practice, I have applied training experience in a wide range of settings including acute residential treatment centers, hospitals, schools, and correctional facilities. For over 15 years, I guided pediatricians in the care of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues through the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Project at Tufts Medical Center. During my tenure there, I was introduced to "Incredible Years" and "Triple P" and "Positive Discipline - three key evidence-based curricula that form the basis for my consulting practice. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with people in diverse contexts and have served a wide variety of populations, which makes me confident that I can help families find the appropriate techniques and approaches for their individual needs. On a personal level, I am now challenged to “practice what I preach,” in the evolution of my relationships with my own two young boys.

As a licensed therapist in Georgia and Massachusetts, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on helping clients develop self-compassion, improve communication skills, and overcome challenges related to anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I'm particularly passionate about working with individuals exploring identity, sexuality, and personal growth. My therapeutic practice creates a supportive environment where clients can address social anxiety, isolation, and self-esteem concerns with compassion and understanding. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients develop resilient coping strategies, process difficult emotions, and rediscover their sense of purpose. Whether you're experiencing mood challenges, relationship difficulties, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise. My work honors the unique experiences of each individual, with a special focus on supporting LGBTQ+ communities and those navigating significant life changes. Together, we'll create a collaborative path toward healing and personal empowerment.

As a licensed therapist with 15 years of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients address challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I'm particularly passionate about working with women, young adults, and individuals struggling with self-esteem, communication difficulties, and interpersonal relationships. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and collaborative, designed to help you develop deeper self-understanding and build resilience. I create a supportive environment where you can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop healthier coping strategies. Whether you're dealing with mood disorders, social anxiety, relationship challenges, or seeking to rediscover your life's purpose, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise. I believe in empowering clients to recognize their inherent strengths and cultivate self-love. Together, we'll work to transform challenging experiences into opportunities for personal transformation and meaningful change.

I work with adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, people-pleasing, relationship stress or life transitions and want practical tools to shift these behaviors. My approach is collaborative, practical and trauma-informed, helping clients respond differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, strengthen relationships and build lives guided by their values. Before becoming a therapist, I spent over 20 years in the music industry, an experience that gave me unique insight into the pressures faced by musicians, artists and other creative professionals. I help clients move beyond insight to meaningful change by building practical skills to navigate anxiety, difficult emotions and relationship challenges. I integrate ACT, DBT, EMDR and mindfulness-based approaches to help clients respond more flexibly to difficult thoughts, regulate emotions, strengthen relationships and build lives guided by their values. If you're feeling stuck, mentally overloaded or caught in repeating patterns, therapy can help you better understand what's happening and develop new ways of responding. My work is practical and collaborative, with a focus on emotional regulation, effective communication and building skills that help you navigate life's challenges more effectively.