Many of the clients we work with are navigating significant transitions in life—whether it’s stepping into adulthood, healing from past trauma, managing anxiety or OCD, or exploring their identity. They often feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or like they have to “do it all” perfectly. They want space to feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. In our practice, clients value real connection, honesty, and a therapist who feels present and engaged. They’re not looking for someone ...
Priti Patel, M.A. (she/her), is a masters-level mental health clinician on the path to becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience from Regis College and recently earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College. Priti brings experience providing outpatient mental health services to adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her current practice is primarily women-centered, focusing on cultura...
Feeling anxious, disconnected, burnt out, unmotivated, or numb? I believe that good therapy doesn’t just end the struggle—it helps you create a life full of meaning, purpose, and enjoyment. I take a holistic approach to therapy that integrates an understanding of the connectedness of your physical, mental, and spiritual health, and emphasizes the priceless value of healthy relationships. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I will work with you to feel more present and alive in your daily li...
Katie is a thoughtful and dedicated clinician (LCSW) with a background in school social work and outpatient therapy. She has experience working with individuals of all ages, addressing a range of challenges including eating disorders, PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, borderline personality disorder, and more. With a foundation in trauma-informed care, Katie’s warm and supportive approach creates a safe space for clients to process their emotions, reflect on their experiences, and gain new insight...
Katie is a master’s level counselor who is dedicated to working holistically with each client to reach their personal goals. Her approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and respect, meeting clients where they are and creating a space where they feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. Katie centers her work around the idea that the client is the expert of their life. Her role is to offer support, evidence-based tools, and a collaborative relationship. Katie brings both clinical...
My name is Emily Lochran. I graduated from Quinnipiac University with my bachelors degree and Bay Path University for my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Helping others is my passion, but most importantly I strive to be approachable and encourage my clients to explore their existing skills and strengths to help support and work through their current struggles. I adopt a systemic and strength-based approach to therapy, recognizing the importance of understanding the culture, syst...
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University, Massachusetts. I am fluent in English, Portuguese, and Cape Verdean Creole, and semi-fluent in Spanish. I have experience working with young adults, the elderly, and children, specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma-informed care, and stress. My therapeutic approach focuses on strength-based, solution-focused, CBT, and trauma-focused therapy. My inviting approach creates a ...
Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference. Making the decision to seek out counseling is difficult enough. Crooked Tree Counseling is a group of psychotherapists who are committed to making the counseling experience a satisfying and successful one. From your first contact with us through your psychotherapy, we focus on creating positive working relationships from which healthy change can arise. We offer counseling, consultation and supervision. Located in Central Square Cambridg...
Hello, I am Mandy Read at Crooked Tree Counseling. I am able to create a warm, comfortable space through active listening along with genuine curiosity to establish a feeling of ease within the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a collaborative environment in which you are the expert of your own experiences. My presence in the room offers warmth and safety in a therapeutic space designed for meaningful exploration of past, present, and preferred future. Please note that an intake coordin...
Sascha is a master's level clinician on the path to becoming a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She holds a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Connecticut and a master's degree in counseling from Boston University. Sascha brings clinical experience providing counseling to individuals navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder. She also has experience working with both clients and their families. Sascha is committe...
Tara is committed to creating safe, nurturing therapeutic spaces where clients can explore their emotions and develop the skills they need to thrive. She takes an individualized approach to therapy, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused techniques, narrative therapy, and play and expressive modalities to meet each client’s unique needs. Tara is skilled in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults as they navigate self-esteem issues, social challenges, chan...
Hi! I’m Caroline, a mental health clinician with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling and a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from William James College. I also hold a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Women’s & Gender Studies from Providence College. I support young children, adolescents, families, and caregivers navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach is warm, client-centered, and trauma-informed, integrating play, attachment-based, person-centered, and somatic...
I have a passion for supporting children and adolescents through life’s challenges. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, adjustment-related issues, and the complexities of family dynamics; offering a compassionate and collaborative space where young clients feel safe, valued, and understood. My therapeutic style is client-centered and strength-based, incorporating mindfulness techniques and principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I strive to meet each person where they are...
My name is Jennifer Berfield. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from Bridgewater State University. I have over 13 years experience providing therapy services working in outpatient, school based, in home, and treatment facility settings. I utilize a variety of evidence-based strategies (including but not limited to CBT, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma Focused CBT) with extensive experience and training in DBT. I work with all ages treating a broad...
Susan Chamandy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). She primarily uses a psychodynamic approach in her counseling work to help clients gain a better understanding of themselves – their feelings, thoughts, behaviors and priorities – and to help clients identify and harness their personal strengths to make lasting change.She includes other approaches in her work, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems therapy, and mindfulness, when needed. Her priority i...
Lilian is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). She provides psychotherapy with a trauma-informed psychodynamic orientation. Lilian has worked with a diverse population and is interested in building a long-term relationship with her clients. In her practice, she offers a space to listen and explore thoughts and symptoms with a curious lens. This practice of analyses supports the client in moving towards diminishing inhibitions and symptoms, and increasing creativity, curiosity, self-nourish...
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As a psychotherapist, my role is to help patients understand the trouble in their lives and make significant changes. I believe it takes time to get to know the nuances of one's story. My approach is both collaborative and challenging. Therapy can involve helping people look at parts of themselves that are painful, or hard to see clearly. Some people find short-term therapy is enough for ameliorating current troubles, while many engage in long-term intensive therapy to uncover the roots of their...
Whether you’re navigating interpersonal challenges, past trauma, identity exploration, or managing anxiety or depression, my goal is to provide a space where you can truly feel seen and supported. I am a trauma-informed, relational therapist who works from an attachment-based and gender-affirming lens. I hold a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and have experience working with individuals, couples, and family systems. With empathy and humor, I encourage accountability while co...
“Therapy can be many things: a space for unpacking, for healing, for curiosity, for laughter, for saying things you’ve never said out loud. My goal is to co-create a space where you can bring your full self, including the parts still in process. I work with adults navigating questions of identity, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, race-based stress, relationship challenges, and that deep sense of “something needs to shift.” As a Black woman, I’m particularly drawn to working with those whose...