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Sharon Dekel

Sharon Dekel

Charlestown, MA
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Sharon Dekel is an accomplished psychologist with a PhD and MPhil, serving as an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School. Her expertise lies in studying psychological growth, posttraumatic stress, and depression, which deeply informs her clinical practice. Sharon approaches therapy from a humanistic-existential orientation, guiding her clients to unlock their potential for growth. She attunes to the individual, relational, and cultural narratives presented by her clients, paying attention to the intricate layers within each story and her own responses. Her focus encompasses feelings, unfulfilled desires, maladaptive defenses, and unsatisfactory means of relating to past and present relationships, all of which contribute to anxiety. Through her integrative approach, clients gain profound affective knowledge, facilitating genuine change that extends beyond mere insight. Dr. Dekel adapts her methodology in line with each client's diagnosis, presenting concerns, and treatment objectives, ensuring a tailored therapeutic experience. Her work aims to empower clients to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and to embark on transformative life journeys. Additionally, her research on the biological and psychological mechanisms of adaptation to highly stressful events has been published in leading professional journals and featured in Psychology Today, reflecting her commitment to advancing mental health care and improving the well-being of her clients at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Robby Fuqua

Robby Fuqua

Charlestown, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Robby Fuqua is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of addictions and other life challenges. He understands the unique difficulties that clients may face during unsettling times, such as the current pandemic. Through a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment, Robby provides a valuable voice to guide clients through their struggles. With expertise in substance addictions and problem gambling behaviors, he offers targeted assistance to those who may be dealing with these specific issues. Robby employs motivational interviewing techniques alongside a comprehensive cognitive behavioral approach to foster meaningful change. He is also experienced in leading workshops on treating gambling disorders. Committed to the wellness of his clients, Robby ensures that if he is not the right therapeutic match, he will prioritize providing suitable referral options. He looks forward to helping individuals overcome barriers to live their lives to the fullest potential.
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Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use
Jenny Dunne

Jenny Dunne

Charlestown, MA
Counselor, MED
Jenny Dunne, MEd, LMHC is a person-centered, relationship-based therapist who believes that everyone is on a journey towards their best selves. Recognizing that this journey can sometimes require support, she creates a therapeutic environment focused on self-exploration, reflection, and care. Jenny's strengths-based and solution-focused approach integrates philosophies and tools from various major psychological methods. She works with teens, young adults, and adults navigating significant life transitions, including emerging adulthood, marriage, parenthood, and career changes. Her expertise extends to those facing challenges with acculturation, body image, disordered eating, relationship and family conflicts, trauma, grief, stress, anxiety, and depression. Committed to holistic wellness, Jenny tailors her strategies to meet her clients' unique needs, drawing on her background as a personal trainer and advocate for healthy lifestyles to help clients set and achieve their goals in mind, body, and spirit.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief PTSD/Trauma Perinatal Mood Disorder Relationship Stress Student Life
Strachan Leslie

Strachan Leslie

Charlestown, MA
CEAP
Strachan Leslie, CEAP, is deeply committed to empowering adults as they navigate the complexities of career transitions, substance use, and personal challenges. With a rich background that combines a master's degree in Clinical Social Work, over 20 years in the business world, and specialized training in executive and career coaching, Strachan excels in helping individuals clarify their career goals and manage the delicate balance between work and personal life. Strachan's coaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, curiosity, and growth, encouraging clients to explore their strengths and areas for development. By fostering a supportive partnership, Strachan is dedicated to guiding clients toward successful changes that align with their motivations, values, and relationships. Understanding the holistic nature of each individual, Strachan is honored to support clients on their journey to achieving their aspirations.
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Alexa Roe

Alexa Roe

Charlestown, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Alexa Roe, LICSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for her clients. With a background from Boston College School of Social Work, she specializes in providing individual therapy for young adults and professionals facing life transitions and relationship challenges, both with themselves and others. Alexa integrates mindfulness and a mind-body approach into her practice, enhancing her clients' journeys toward recovery and self-discovery. She skillfully helps clients navigate time demands that often lead to stress in their lives. Through her collaborative work, clients become empowered to find healthy solutions for balancing stress, work, relationships, and studies. Alexa's expertise includes eating disorders, anxiety, trauma, pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum issues. With a client-centered philosophy, she brings compassion and empathy to every session, believing firmly in the potential of each person to reach their change goals when provided with the right support. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness techniques, she meets clients where they are in their therapeutic journey, fostering a nonjudgmental setting for meaningful transformation.
Specialties
Eating Disorders General Mental Health Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma Perinatal Mood Disorder Relationship Stress Student Life Work Stress
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