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Mattapan, MA

Mattapan, MA

Mattapan, Massachusetts, is a vibrant community marked by its rich cultural diversity and strong sense of neighborhood solidarity. However, residents face significant social and economic challenges, including limited access to affordable housing, healthcare services, and job opportunities, which can adversely affect their well-being. The area grapples with high rates of obesity and other health disparities, leading to critical mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. Recognizing these issues, local organizations offer integrated healthcare solutions that address both physical and behavioral health needs. Accessible mental health resources are available, providing crucial support through counseling and education aimed at fostering resilience among individuals and families. Community members are encouraged to explore a comprehensive array of services that aim to enhance their overall quality of life and tackle the underlying factors contributing to mental health struggles.

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Terri Nelson

Terri Nelson

Mattapan, MA
LICSW
Terri Nelson, LICSW, is a dedicated therapist with 30 years of experience in the Behavioral and Mental Health field. She adopts a holistic approach to therapy, focusing on achieving harmony and balance across physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions. With expertise in both traditional and alternative health practices, Terri works compassionately with individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents across various stages of life. Her culturally competent practice is sought after by a diverse community, allowing her to provide support to a wide range of socio-economic and religious populations. Areas of focus include marital and premarital issues, trauma and PTSD, and behavioral challenges. Terri is certified in EMDR and utilizes modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Play Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand and regulate their thoughts and emotions. Through her engaging approach, she fosters character and spiritual development, guiding clients on their mindfulness and meditation journeys. Terri aims to restore alignment across all aspects of health, making her a remarkable resource for those seeking comprehensive support.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma Spirituality Teens
Felicia Rodney-osbourne

Felicia Rodney-osbourne

Mattapan, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Felicia Rodney-Osbourne is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with an MSW and LICSW, specializing in supporting teens and adults through life's challenges. She understands that seeking therapy can often seem intimidating, but she believes in the transformative power it holds to bring calmness and clarity into one's life. Felicia recognizes that each individual has unique reasons for seeking therapy, and she honors that step towards emotional health. Her warm and engaging approach encourages clients to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques including Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused methods, Felicia assists clients in achieving greater self-awareness, resilience, and self-acceptance. In her sessions, clients can expect a safe, non-judgmental environment where healing occurs at their own pace. Felicia is passionate about guiding individuals as they gain insight, learn effective strategies to manage their emotions, dispel negative thought patterns, and cultivate healthier relationships.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Grief PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress
Cleona Sylvain Lmhc

Cleona Sylvain Lmhc

Mattapan, MA
LMHC
Cleona Sylvain, LMHC, is a compassionate therapist who takes a multicultural approach in her practice, guiding her clients toward a personalized path to healing and resilience. Her methodology encompasses a rich blend of talk therapy and various effective techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to foster problem-solving, self-awareness, and self-esteem, creating the groundwork for meaningful and enduring change. Cleona specializes in working with children aged 6 to 10, adults, and elders over 65, addressing a range of concerns such as anxiety, overall health and well-being, trust, relationship dynamics, communication issues, troubling attachment styles, depression, major life transitions, suicidality, trauma, phobias, pain, and substance use. By employing both client-centered and psychodynamically informed therapy, Cleona supports her clients in identifying both general and specific symptoms, while illuminating the distinction between internal and external experiences on their journey toward self-actualization.
Specialties
Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress

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