Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Braintree, MA

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, providing comprehensive mental health care across diverse populations. My background includes extensive work in behavioral health emergency settings, partial hospitalizations, IOP, recovery care, community psychiatric care. I also have experience supporting dually diagnosed patients with co-occurring medical conditions, giving me a broad perspective on the complex interplay between mental and physical health.

I earned my PMHNP degree from Post University and hold PMHNP licensure in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to evidence-based care, while continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and growth in the mental health field.

I have been in human services for over 30 years. I am see individuals over 21 years of age. I am an LICSW and accept most insurances. Most of my experience is in trauma, substance abuse, anxiety and relational issues

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 20 years of experience helping individuals restore balance, build resilience, and reconnect with purpose. My approach blends evidence-based therapy with a compassionate, person-centered style that supports clients in navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

As a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural therapist, I provide a space where every client feels seen, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.

Kokoro—a Japanese word meaning “mind, heart, and spirit”—reflects my belief that healing begins when the whole self is engaged with authenticity and intention.

I am Sam Vaccaro, Integrative Therapist from the Berkshires. I am passionate about helping women reach their mental health and wellness goals. You are a whole person & your care should include all parts of you. Many mental health treatments focus on the mind or emotional health. My approach focuses on emotional, physical, spiritual, social health & more.

Welcome! I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating life's most painful or complex challenges. My practice focuses heavily on helping people heal from trauma, manage stress and anxiety, work through depression, and navigate difficult relationship or family dynamics. I have a deep passion for supporting women's unique experiences—including maternal, pregnancy, and postpartum mental health—as well as helping individuals explore identity, cope with chronic health conditions, and process grief or life transitions. No matter who you are or what background you come from, my goal is to provide an inclusive, open-minded space where you feel genuinely seen, respected, and heard.

Are you the "go-to" person who has it all together on the outside, while quietly drowning on the inside? From the boardroom to your family gatherings, you are a master at delivering results, keeping the peace, and anticipating everyone else’s needs. But the pressure to maintain this flawless veneer is taking a heavy toll. If you are struggling with deep exhaustion, an inability to say no, or finding that your relationships feel more like obligations than safe harbors, you are not alone. Many high-functioning professionals secretly navigate this exact spiral, often turning to alcohol, substances, or workaholism just to push through.

I'm here to help you untangle the roots of chronic burnout. Together, we will unpack the hidden origins of your people-pleasing habits and family dynamics that taught you your worth is tied solely to your productivity. We will work to establish firm, guilt-free boundaries, heal relationship fractures, and address the coping mechanisms that no longer work.

Whether you're trying to change your relationship with substances, working a high stress job or just generally feeling burnt out, I can work with that. Therapy can be serious without being painfully serious- and yes, you're allowed to swear.