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Mahesh Balan

Therapist(He, His, Him)
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Family therapy, Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, and their families, providing a safe and supportive environment to uncover and address the root causes of their challenges. With over 30 years of experience as a Juvenile Probation Officer, High School Dean of Students, School Adjustment Counselor, and now as a Therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise to help you navigate these difficulties. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, anger management, or are a parent seeking guidance to support your child, I’m here to help you develop effective coping strategies and regain control over your life.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative. I work alongside you to identify and address the underlying issues causing stress, anger, depression, or any other challenges. Together, we’ll set goals to move you away from pain and toward a life that feels supported and within your control. Growing up today is challenging not only for teenagers but also for their families.

What you can expect from me

My goal is to help my clients feel that they are in a safe place to discuss whatever it is they are struggling with and to work as partners in identifying the appropriate coping strategies, interventions and solutions to address the problems they are facing.

About me

  • I identify as
    South Asian, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at Cambridge College
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Stress management
  • Therapy methods
    Strategic Family Therapy, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Parent Management Training (PMT), Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Structural Family, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English