Sharon Dekel

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.