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Amy Marsili

Amy Marsili

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Amy Marsili is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist, specialized in treating a variety of mental health issues including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and emotional disturbances. She has been practicing since her graduation from the University of Illinois in 2008. As a mindfulness-based practitioner, Amy employs evidence-based counseling techniques, blending mindfulness, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to cater to the unique needs of her clients. Amy works collaboratively with individuals, couples, families, and diverse age groups, including preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders. She believes that setting personal goals is vital for meaningful change and focuses on creating a warm, relaxed, and open atmosphere that encourages engagement and conversation throughout the therapeutic process.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress PTSD/Trauma
Amber McMahon

Amber McMahon

Arlington, MA
LMHC
Amber McMahon, LMHC, understands that many individuals face challenges in navigating life's complexities. She recognizes that feelings of anxiety, stress, and overwhelm can create uncertainty about the future. Through her holistic approach to therapy, Amber provides her clients with practical tools and guidance to foster self-awareness, discovery, and mastery. As both a therapist and a coach, she employs a solution-focused methodology, integrating mindfulness-based techniques, emotion-focused strategies, and cognitive behavioral approaches. Amber views mental health as a crucial interplay of mind, body, and spirit. She skillfully identifies the issues and blocks that may hinder progress, collaborating with her clients to create personalized plans aimed at successful movement forward. With Amber, individuals can work together to cultivate change, transformation, strength, confidence, and empowerment, taking meaningful steps toward realizing their life goals.
Specialties
Anxiety General Mental Health Spirituality
Alice Moses

Alice Moses

Arlington, MA
Counselor, MA
Alice Moses, a compassionate Counselor with an MA and LMHC, specializes in supporting adults navigating anxiety, racial identity issues, and self-esteem challenges. With her unique biracial perspective, she understands the intricacies of multicultural experiences and extends a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to discuss their concerns. Alice’s therapeutic approach is diverse, utilizing modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), and Person-Centered Therapy, all tailored to meet the individual needs of her clients. She is particularly attuned to the experiences of clients of color, especially those identifying as mixed-race or biracial. Her collaborative therapeutic process encourages clients to explore their feelings and foster self-compassion while addressing their sense of belonging and authenticity. Through her teamwork, Alice guides her clients toward a centered, empowered version of themselves, helping them navigate life’s overwhelm to discover greater fulfillment and happiness.
Specialties
Anxiety
Leah Nelson

Leah Nelson

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LICSW
Leah Nelson is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, holding an LICSW credential. She specializes in providing support for adolescents and their families, particularly those who may feel overwhelmed by treatment options. Leah works collaboratively with adults to foster self-understanding and growth. Her down-to-earth approach is anchored in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focusing on helping clients learn and practice practical coping skills essential for building a solid foundation for fulfilling lives. Leah recognizes the unprecedented challenges that have arisen during the Covid-19 pandemic, understanding the uncertainty many face today. Currently, she provides virtual therapy sessions, ensuring accessibility and support for all her clients during these challenging times.
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Caregivers Parenting Teens
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Alison Oconnell

Alison Oconnell

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LICSW
Alison Oconnell is a dedicated licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with over a decade of experience in the field. Since earning her master's degree in social work and beginning her practice in 2008, she has worked in various settings, including an eating disorder treatment center and a group psychotherapy practice. Alison's therapeutic style is characterized by honesty, engagement, and compassion. She often incorporates humor to foster connection and ease during sessions, creating a welcoming atmosphere for her clients. She has a passion for working with adolescents aged 16 and older, as well as adults facing challenges like stress, life transitions, and relationship issues. Additionally, Alison enjoys mentoring MSW students and new therapists, helping to guide the next generation in the field of social work.
Specialties
Eating Disorders General Mental Health Relationship Stress Teens
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Andrea Pelosi Winslow

Andrea Pelosi Winslow

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS
Andrea Pelosi Winslow, MS, MSW, LICSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who understands that clients seek change in their lives. Individuals come to her wishing to worry less, drink less, feel more motivated, and build deeper connections. Many have tried various remedies without success, often expressing feelings of being stuck or no longer feeling like themselves. In her initial sessions, Andrea recognizes the profound wisdom and courage it takes for clients to seek out help. With over 30 years of clinical experience, her background in social work emphasizes a strength-based model, where she actively looks for moments of bravery in her clients—whether it’s the courage to speak their truth, show vulnerability, or take risks. While rooted in traditional therapeutic methods, her approach is eclectic, incorporating mindfulness, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems among others. Andrea aims to support clients in navigating life’s challenges with a curious and compassionate heart. It is her privilege to provide a safe space for clients to share their innermost thoughts and feelings, and she continually learns from their journeys about the resilience required to meet life’s difficulties. Accompanying clients on their path towards healing is an honor she deeply cherishes.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Getting Unstuck Mindfulness Relationship Stress
Lore Peters

Lore Peters

Arlington, MA
Counselor, ATR
Lore Peters, a seasoned Counselor with over 30 years of experience, provides a warm and supportive environment for clients navigating challenging times. Her expertise extends to adults, teens, couples, and families seeking psychotherapy and clinical consulting services. Lore is known for her attentive presence during sessions, collaborating with clients to uncover what needs attention, recognizing overlooked wisdom, and exploring new perspectives that can be beneficial. With a deep commitment to combining clinical and creative practices, she helps people identify the truths in their lives, understand what is working, and address what is not. Lore’s therapeutic approach is solution-focused, compassionate, behavioral, and holistic, ensuring confidentiality and a non-judgmental atmosphere. She employs various methods, including traditional talk therapy, guided and creative processes, Internal Family Systems (IFS), ecopsychology, and coaching practices. Additionally, Lore has contributed to the academic field as adjunct faculty at Lesley University and as a clinical supervision instructor at the Muscular Therapy Institute of Cambridge, offering consultation and professional development for helping professionals across diverse settings.
Specialties
Grief Relationship Stress
Christina Peterson

Christina Peterson

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Christina Peterson, MSW, LICSW, is a co-founder of Mountain View Therapy and has dedicated 15 years to the field of social work. Together with Bailey Schendell, she established this telehealth practice grounded in the principles of Narrative Therapy. Their mission is to empower individuals by helping them uncover the stories that enrich their lives, relationships, and communities. Although Christina is not currently accepting new clients, Mountain View Therapy has expanded, offering immediate availability with several dedicated therapists who possess a wide array of clinical experience and passion for providing support. The practice emphasizes LGBTQ+ and polyamory-affirming services, ensuring that all clinicians receive extensive training and supervision in Narrative Therapy tailored for LGBTQ+ individuals and polyamorous/ENM communities. Clinicians working under Christina's supervision all aim to foster a safe, understanding environment to navigate diverse issues including trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. Mountain View Therapy is committed to delivering culturally sensitive and person-centered care to teens, adults, and elders alike.
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Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Aleksandra Pezel

Aleksandra Pezel

Arlington, MA
Counselor, LMHC
Aleksandra Pezel is a compassionate Counselor, LMHC who dedicates her practice to helping adults, adolescents, families, and couples navigate their emotional journeys. She understands that struggles with feelings, relationships, and everyday overwhelming situations can lead to challenges such as depression and anxiety. With a commitment to mental health, Aleksandra conducts thorough clinical assessments to establish personalized treatment plans focused on each client's therapeutic goals. Utilizing Expressive Arts, Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she effectively addresses issues related to trauma, emotional distress, grief, and more. Her therapeutic approach centers on building a trusting relationship with clients, creating a safe space for open dialogue about their core issues. With practical techniques and a focus on changing thought and behavioral patterns, Aleksandra empowers individuals to achieve mental health balance and develop coping skills for future challenges.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Anxiety Breakups Depression Disabilities Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Spirituality Student Life Weight Management
Bailey Schendell

Bailey Schendell

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Bailey Schendell is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, licensed in the field for over 14 years. As a co-founder of Mountain View Therapy, alongside Christina Peterson, Bailey is passionate about the principles of Narrative Therapy. This innovative approach highlights the transformative power of storytelling in shaping lives, relationships, and communities. By helping clients uncover and understand their narratives, Bailey aims to support them on their journey toward preferred lives. With a keen focus on Family Conflict, Parenting, and Relationship Issues, Bailey particularly enjoys working with families, parents, couples, and individuals transitioning into adulthood. The practice has seen recent expansion, welcoming three new clinicians, Abolee Montanari, Hannah Vasconcellos Hastings, and Heather Pert, who are ready to assist clients seeking support. Notably, Christina Peterson is devoted to working with LGBTQ+ individuals and those identifying as gender non-conforming or engaged in polyamorous/non-monogamous lifestyles.
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Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress
Kim Fonseca

Kim Fonseca

Arlington, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Kim Fonseca is a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals, couples, families, adolescents, adults, and children navigate life's challenges. Having graduated from Simmons College of Social Work with a master's degree, Kim passionately assists clients in creating sustainable, meaningful change. She believes that looking within oneself is essential to understanding one's situation; this self-exploration leads to the development of comprehensive plans and attainable goals. Recognizing the importance of collaboration, she cultivates a partnership in which clients are empowered to be their primary resource for solutions. Kim utilizes a wide array of evidence-based treatments, including mindfulness-based therapies, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy, while maintaining a culturally sensitive and strength-based approach. With a commitment to service excellence, she provides new perspectives that enrich the therapeutic experience without imposing her views, focusing instead on uncovering the unique strengths and potential of each client.
Specialties
Anxiety Bipolar Depression General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality
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Teri Freeman

Teri Freeman

Arlington, MA
Counselor, MED
Teri Freeman is an experienced counselor with a MEd and is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) dedicated to supporting adults in overcoming life's challenges. With a focus on issues like depression, addiction, and anxiety, Teri employs an eclectic and humanistic approach to therapy. She adeptly facilitates healing in a variety of settings, including couples, individuals, and group sessions. Teri’s warm and insightful nature fosters a safe space where clients can explore their feelings and work toward meaningful change in their lives.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression
Robert Ross

Robert Ross

Arlington, MA
Counselor, MA
Robert Ross, MA, LMHC, is a compassionate counselor who excels in guiding adults and elders, including those in creative professions and adult children of alcoholics, toward restoring their poietic capacity. Drawing from the ancient Greek term poiesis, meaning to make or bring forth, he emphasizes the importance of one’s creative abilities in shaping life experiences—whether through art, craftsmanship, relationships, mindfulness practices, careers, or gardening. When individuals find themselves overwhelmed, it can significantly impact their mental health, leading to feelings of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other challenges. Robert is dedicated to helping clients overcome these obstacles, utilizing EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Expressive Arts Therapy to meet them where they feel blocked. With 15 years of experience in Mental Health, he has successfully empowered many clients through his diverse therapeutic modalities. Understanding that the journey to find the right therapist can be daunting, Robert respects the courage it takes to reach out for help.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Getting Unstuck Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma

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