Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Worcester, MA

Hello, I’m Nechama Rothkopf, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. With a strong clinical background and a passion for patient-centered treatment, I strive to support individuals through life’s challenges and help them achieve emotional wellness.

I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Wilkes University, graduating summa cum laude, and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from New Jersey City University, where I was inducted into Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society of Nursing.

Whether I’m working with individuals facing acute mental health crises or supporting patients through long-term healing journeys, I bring empathy, active listening, and a collaborative spirit to each session. I am especially dedicated to serving diverse populations and creating a therapeutic space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered.

If you’re looking for thoughtful, holistic mental health care tailored to your needs, I’d be honored to work with you on your path toward wellness.

I offer a warm, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are—no pressure, no judgment. As a therapist with a rich blend of personal and professional experience, I work with compassion and honesty to help you sort through anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, parenting stress, etc.

You might look like you have it together—but inside, your mind doesn’t slow down. You overthink conversations, second-guess decisions, and feel constant pressure to stay “on” at school, work, or in relationships. When things finally get quiet, your brain doesn’t—it gets louder. I work with adolescents and young adults who are tired of feeling stuck in that cycle. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but internally overwhelmed, anxious, or mentally exhausted. They don’t just want to “talk about feelings”—they want real tools that actually help.

I believe therapy works best when there is a strong connection between therapist and client. My style is warm, genuine, and direct. I'll offer compassion and support, but I'll also help you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.

As a trauma-informed therapist and EMDR specialist, I create a space where you can be yourself without judgment. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable with me quickly because I show up as a real person—not just a therapist.

I believe healing happens through both insight and action. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life.

I am an LICSW Clinical Social Worker with experience in helping those with depression, ADHD, anxiety, and trauma. I incorporate ACT, CBT, and DBT modalities into my work and am a trained EMDR therapist.

I am married and a father of two young adult sons. I love my work and hold it as an important value in my life. My focus for two decades plus has been on relationships.

I am an HBCU educated single mother of twins who is passionate about the work I do. I approach our sessions as your time to work through what you are ready to tackle in your life. I will follow your lead, while gently challenging you when necessary in order to help you reach the goals you have set for yourself. If you would like a faith-based approach, I can offer that as well.