Guy Sapirstein, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Boston MA
I meet with clients virtually and in person. Virtual meetings are useful when time/convenience is an issue. In person meetings are typically used for more experiential work: working on being present, dealing with intense emotions and experiences through movement, meditation, and other body awareness exercises.
People come to see me when they feel stuck and have had enough. I help parents help their children; help couples and families get closer and happier; and in general help people successfully resolve issues such as: stress, anxiety, adjustment to new life circumstances (relocation, family changes, retirement), relationship issues (affairs, conflict, divorce), and dealing with difficult family members. Typical 50 minute sessions don't work for everyone, so I offer longer sessions when appropriate (up to 4 hours), where we use experiential techniques (meditation, sound, and movement) to go deeper and facilitate transformation.
Many people pursue psychedelics to address anxiety, depression, addictions, or PTSD. The main difference between recreational and healing uses is the preparation for- and integration of the experience. I have extensive experience in helping people prepare for (readiness, intention setting), and integrate the long term changes these experiences enable.
I offer occasional active meditation groups, and body awareness groups.