Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Lexington, MA

Rhiannon Leigh is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with experience working with adolescents and young adults with diverse needs and challenges. Rhiannon has experience working with neurodivergent populations and treating autism spectrum disorder, down syndrome, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She loves helping individuals build confidence, connections with others, and a positive sense of self. Rhiannon completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Simmons University and has experience working in special education at the high school level, which has given her the opportunity to work with diverse populations in a variety of settings.

Rhiannon utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. Additionally, Rhiannon uses a strength-based approach and finds joy in helping others build confidence by focusing on their abilities—what they can do rather than what they can't.

Rhiannon seeks to create flexible working relationships with clients built upon collaboration, client strengths, and warmth within sessions. Rhiannon currently has telehealth appointments available and is looking forward to connecting with you!

Sue Gillis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 40 years of experience supporting adults and seniors. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, and family or parenting challenges. Sue has worked in hospitals, outpatient clinics, residential care, and community health settings. Her clinical background includes service with the U.S. Army and the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Brockton, MA. Her approach is grounded in compassion, trust, and collaboration.

Sue holds 2 Master’s degrees in Public Health and Guidance and Counseling from Boston University. She uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and acceptance and commitment therapy to meet clients where they are.

Sue values the therapeutic relationship and considers walking alongside her clients an honor. She focuses on building trust and helping individuals enhance their quality of life. Sue believes counseling can support both large and small goals, empowering clients through each step of the healing process.

Esther Schwartz is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 7 years of experience working closely with teens, adults, and seniors who are faced with grief, anxiety depression, chronic stress, anger issues, dysfunctional relationships, family conflict, and much more. 

Esther attended Simmons University and received her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work. Esther is passionate about helping people live a life full of authenticity and confidence; holding steadfast to the belief that all people deserve a safe and supportive place to feel heard, move through challenges, and develop insight. Throughout the therapeutic journey, Esther guides her clients in the process of identifying, embracing, and integrating new skills and self-understanding. She focuses her treatment on maintaining a collaborative, respectful, and mindful relationship with her clients.

Esther will work closely with you to achieve freedom, space, and objectivity from pain and suffering; central to her practice is the belief that each person has within them a profound and innate ability to heal. Esther uses a collaborative, evidence-based, holistic, and strengths-based approach to treatment. In doing so, she is able to guide her clients to achieve their clinical goals. Esther is also a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and brings this into her practice as an ally and advocate. Additionally, as a first-generation immigrant, she draws upon these experiences to inform compassionate, personalized, and culturally competent care.