Shannon Mackey is an experienced Clinical Social Worker and Therapist (LICSW) committed to supporting individuals across all stages of life, from adolescents to older adults. She specializes in addressing pressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Shannon adeptly navigates the complexities of life transitions, grief, identity exploration, and family dynamics, assisting her clients in uncovering and addressing their specific concerns through tailored therapeutic goals. Her practice is rooted in a collaborative relationship, emphasizing the belief that meaningful change can occur at any life stage. Shannon provides support for individuals and couples, along with guidance for parents, ensuring a comprehensive approach to therapy that honors both personal and relational growth. While she does not participate in-network with insurance plans, she offers necessary documentation for clients wishing to utilize out-of-network benefits. Her dedication to fostering a nurturing environment enables her clients to explore deeper self-understanding and create the change they seek.

Sharon Manning, LICSW, understands that life is often marked by challenging events that push individuals beyond their limits. These moments can either lead to personal growth or leave one feeling stuck and disconnected from their true self. With over 16 years of clinical experience, Sharon provides the guidance needed to help clients regain their footing, build resilience, and tap into their inner healing capacity during difficult times. Known for her deep listening skills, honesty, and sense of humor, she creates a supportive atmosphere where clients can express themselves freely. Sharon believes that understanding each individual’s unique story is crucial to identifying effective interventions. Her clinical role at Mass General Brigham, a teaching hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School, complements her private practice by incorporating evidence-based, research-supported methods into her approach. In Sharon’s view, pain isn't a dead end; it can be the starting point of profound growth and healing.

Gail Marsh is a warm, accepting, and accomplished therapist with over 30 years of experience in clinical social work. Clients often seek her guidance when dealing with recent losses or feeling trapped in unproductive patterns. With an objective perspective, she helps individuals gain a clearer understanding of the obstacles standing in the way of their life goals. Gail collaborates with clients to explore new strategies that foster lasting change and welcomes their feedback to enhance the therapeutic process. She stays informed on the latest methods and research to better serve her clients. With specialized training in addressing anxiety, phobias, attention deficit disorder, addictions, depression, trauma, family therapy, couples therapy, LGBTQ+ issues, and relationship challenges, Gail employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities. Her expertise includes EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness techniques, Family Systems Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Additionally, she is well-versed in 12 Step programs and Smart Recovery approaches. Gail provides essential tools such as stress management techniques, time management strategies, and relaxation exercises to support her clients' journeys toward healing and fulfillment.

Lacey McClure, LCMHC, understands that being a young adult can be incredibly challenging, often filled with pressures to make pivotal life decisions. Many individuals may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected, grappling with issues such as food struggles, body image dissatisfaction, or simply feeling lost. Having worked with clients from a variety of backgrounds, Lacey has honed a specialty in addressing anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, while also guiding individuals toward clarity in purpose, self-love, and sexuality. Her inclusive therapeutic environment allows clients to express themselves freely, providing a much-needed space to discuss their feelings with someone who offers a fresh perspective. Lacey is dedicated to helping her clients reclaim their lives from anxiety, eating disorders, and the exhausting cycle of comparison. In her practice, she fosters a safe haven for bravery, awareness, and transformative change, utilizing various forms of communication and expression, including breathwork, art therapy, and brainspotting as appropriate.

Dr. Alison McGrath is a compassionate and skilled therapist who believes that psychotherapy is most effective when individuals feel authentically connected to their therapist. She creates a safe, trusting, and supportive atmosphere that empowers clients to develop the understanding and skills necessary for positive life changes. Whether clients seek therapy for alleviating symptoms, enhancing self-awareness, or navigating a specific crisis, Dr. McGrath facilitates personal growth and learning, helping individuals lead more fulfilling and enjoyable lives. Her clients often describe her as genuine, thoughtful, warm, and easy to talk to. Understanding that each individual is unique, Dr. McGrath listens deeply, connects meaningfully, and collaborates actively with clients to achieve their goals. She enjoys working with older adolescents, adults, and couples from diverse professional, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. With experience addressing a wide array of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, marital discord, family conflict, work and academic difficulties, grief and loss, trauma, and life transitions, Dr. Alison McGrath is dedicated to supporting her clients on their journey to well-being.

Kristen Mclaughlin, LCSW, is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist who utilizes a strength-based approach in her practice with children, adolescents, and adults. With extensive experience assisting individuals, couples, and families, she collaborates closely with clients to establish goals aimed at achieving a healthier lifestyle and alleviating mental health symptoms. Kristen's expertise encompasses a diverse range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, women's issues, family stressors, and loss and grief. She employs a variety of treatment modalities, integrating relational techniques with cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused strategies, strength-based approaches, and psychodynamic principles. The therapeutic relationship is paramount to Kristen; she prioritizes building a satisfactory bond with clients to foster a safe and trusting environment. Additionally, she offers clinical supervision for those pursuing their MSW, LCSW, LICSW, and LMHC credentials.

Wesleigh McMahon is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with a thriving private practice in Brookline, MA, alongside a notable role at the Harvard-affiliated McLean Hospital. She embodies a warm, collaborative, and compassionate approach, utilizing evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), including DBT + Prolonged Exposure for anxiety disorders and trauma. Specializing in individualized care, Wesleigh effectively supports teenagers, young adults, and adults grappling with emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. Her extensive experience encompasses work with both children and adults across outpatient, residential, and hospital environments, adeptly treating conditions like depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma/PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder. In addition to her private practice, Wesleigh serves as a per diem DBT clinician at McLean Hospital's 3East Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Program. Having received intensive training in DBT from Behavioral Tech, LLC, and in DBT Prolonged Exposure Therapy from Melanie Harned, PhD, she offers highly specialized services, including individual and family therapy as well as parent skills training. For clients engaged in DBT treatment, she provides 24/7 phone coaching aimed at skill generalization. Additionally, Wesleigh is an integral member of a weekly fully adherent DBT consultation team. With a passion for helping others, she looks forward to connecting with those seeking support.

Bruce Mermelstein, Psychologist with an EdD, has dedicated over 30 years to helping individuals, couples, and families enhance their well-being and strengthen their relationships. Graduating from Boston University in 1983, Bruce specializes in guiding clients through challenges related to depression, anxiety, and marital issues. He provides a nurturing and trusting environment that encourages clients to articulate their feelings and develop more effective coping strategies. Whether working with children, teens, adults, or elders, Bruce employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Play Therapy, Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. His collaborative approach ensures that treatment plans align with clients' goals, continually adapting to maximize success and promote a better quality of life. With his wealth of experience, Bruce has empowered countless individuals and families to navigate their challenges and improve communication, taking the crucial first step toward growth and healing.

Helen Michael, LICSW, CerPsya, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist dedicated to helping individuals lead more fulfilling lives. With her extensive experience, she works with both adults and adolescents facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Helen employs a variety of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and humanistic modalities, to tailor her sessions to the unique needs of her clients. She provides individual therapy, couples counseling, and group sessions, with a particular focus on relationship dynamics. Additionally, Helen has facilitated groups that support writers encountering creative blocks and aids students in overcoming obstacles to achieve their academic goals. Her commitment lies in fostering emotional growth, resilience, and self-fulfillment, making her practice a nurturing space for personal development.

Laura Michelle Fisher is a dedicated psychologist holding a PsyD, who understands that life can be difficult at times. She believes creating lasting and meaningful change often requires support. With a focus on adolescents, adults, and elders, she provides evidence-based psychotherapy that helps restore balance in everyday relationships. Laura specializes in grief and loss issues, trauma resolution, and navigating life transitions, and she approaches each session as a collaborative and client-centered journey. Though challenges may arise, Laura empowers her clients to renew their purpose, reconnect, and rebuild trust in themselves and their relationships. She prioritizes accessibility to her services, offering evening and Saturday morning appointments to accommodate varying schedules. Sessions take place in a serene environment that is easily reachable by public transportation. A certified yoga instructor, Laura completed her 500-hour yoga certification with Barbara Benagh in Boston, integrating meditation and yoga into her life and therapeutic approach. Clients are encouraged to explore these practices in their sessions.

Shel Miller, PhD, is dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families towards healing and personal growth. With a compassionate approach, Shel specializes in navigating the complexities of grief, relationship issues, and career counseling. Utilizing a blend of evidence-based therapies like Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Bowen family systems, along with humanistic and psychodynamic practices, Shel creates a safe space for exploration and understanding. Whether working with teens, adults, or elders, Shel approaches each session with warmth and attentiveness, committed to empowering clients to achieve their desired transformations. Through family and marital therapy, coaching, and individual sessions, Shel fosters a supportive environment where clients can find clarity, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Melissa Morgan is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist, known for her expertise in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Specializing in supporting adults facing challenges with anxiety, self-esteem, and coping skills, she designs targeted 4-6 session CBT programs aimed at alleviating anxiety related to relationships, social situations, work, chronic health issues, and chronic depression. CBT is a therapeutic approach that empowers clients to modify dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts, emphasizing solutions rather than merely exploring root causes. In her practice, Melissa begins with an initial evaluation to pinpoint the emotional, physiological, and behavioral responses of her clients to anxiety. She then collaborates with clients to create a tailored series of exercises to work on in sessions and at home, with progress assessed throughout the journey. As part of the Boston Evening Therapy Associates, Melissa brings decades of collective experience in psychological counseling, dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental space for clients to achieve their treatment goals.

John Moynihan is a clinical social worker and therapist, passionate about therapy as an exploration that unveils new possibilities. He is dedicated to assisting individuals in overcoming challenges, enhancing self-understanding, fostering intimacy in relationships, and embracing more joy in life. His collaborative approach is characterized by active and open dialogue, creating a supportive environment that gently challenges clients when beneficial, all while sharing a sense of humor. With a specialization in helping clients craft their desired lives, John understands that many difficulties stem from being stuck in outdated patterns that obstruct life's enjoyment. No matter the circumstances, he is expertly qualified to guide individuals through their obstacles. In addition to his private practice, John teaches clinicians-in-training at esteemed institutions such as Boston College, the Massachusetts Institute for Psychoanalysis, and the Institute for Clinical Social Work. He is also a sought-after national presenter on clinical issues related to non-binary gender and sexuality.