Leela Haghanizadeh, LICSW

Leela Haghanizadeh, LICSW is an experienced clinician who provides mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Child Life from Wheelock College and her Master of Clinical Social Work from Boston College.

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Leela has worked across a range of settings, including outpatient, emergency services, inpatient, and medical environments, supporting both children and adults. Her approach is grounded in a client-centered, family systems perspective, utilizing evidence-based practices to help clients achieve their therapeutic and personal goals.

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She views therapy as a collaborative and empowering process, working closely with clients, families, and other supports when appropriate. Leela is trained in a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Therapy. She also integrates her background as a fitness instructor to support overall wellness.

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Leela works with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns, including OCD, severe anxiety, depression, trauma, eating-related challenges, and life stressors. She is a proud LGBTQ+ ally and offers individual therapy, family therapy, parent support, couples therapy, and autism assessments (ADOS) for both children and adults.