Online Therapy for Emotionally Unsafe Relationships in Massachusetts
Many adults begin therapy because they no longer trust themselves.
They question their memories, minimize their own needs, or wonder whether they're overreacting after years of emotional neglect, childhood emotional abuse, narcissistic abuse, or other emotionally unsafe relationships.
Although these experiences have different names, they often share one thing in common: they develop within emotionally unsafe relationships that gradually undermine your ability to trust yourself.
These experiences often leave people feeling anxious, emotionally disconnected, or constantly second-guessing themselves, even long after the relationship has ended.
I provide online therapy throughout Massachusetts for adults recovering from emotionally unsafe relationships, including childhood emotional abuse, emotional neglect, narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, and coercive control.
Together, we work to rebuild self-trust, understand these protective patterns, and create relationships that feel emotionally safe.
Who This Work Is For
Many of the people I work with spent years believing they were "too sensitive" or "too emotional."
Others don't identify with the word trauma at all. They simply know that relationships leave them feeling confused, guilty, responsible for everyone else, or disconnected from themselves.
Therapy may be a good fit if you...
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Grew up with emotional neglect or childhood emotional abuse
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Experienced narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, or coercive control
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Were raised by emotionally unavailable or highly critical caregivers
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Took on adult responsibilities through parentification
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Struggle to trust your own perceptions or maintain healthy boundaries
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Feel anxious, emotionally shut down, or constantly on guard in relationships
You do not need certainty about how to label what you experienced to begin.
Although every person's story is different, the emotional consequences often look surprisingly similar.
How These Patterns Show Up
You might notice that you:
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Apologize even when you've done nothing wrong
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Replay conversations trying to determine whether you were unfair
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Feel guilty for having needs
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Ignore your own intuition
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Feel calmer when you're alone than in close relationships
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Struggle to identify what you want
These patterns once served a protective role. They can be worked with carefully so they begin to shift.
If this feels familiar, you can schedule a free 15-minute consultation here.
A Depth-Oriented Approach
My approach combines relational therapy with nervous system-informed work.
Rather than trying to eliminate symptoms as quickly as possible, therapy focuses on understanding why those protective responses developed and helping them become less necessary.
The goal isn't simply to talk about the past. It's to experience yourself differently in the present.
As your nervous system begins to feel safer, many of the strategies that once felt automatic become less necessary, allowing for greater flexibility, confidence, and connection.
If you want a broader overview of my work, you can start here.
Telehealth in Massachusetts
Because therapy is provided online, adults throughout Massachusetts can access specialized treatment without needing a therapist in their immediate community.
Many people choose online therapy because they're looking for a therapist who specializes in emotionally unsafe relationships, including childhood emotional abuse, emotional neglect, narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, and coercive control.
I work with adults throughout Massachusetts who are recovering from emotionally unsafe relationships, including those living in:
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Boston
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Cambridge
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Somerville
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Worcester
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Newton
Sessions are 55 minutes and are held via a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.
Who This May Not Be a Fit For
This practice is not designed for crisis stabilization or high-risk situations.
It is best suited for adults seeking depth-oriented therapy that moves at a careful, regulated pace rather than rapid intervention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is emotional neglect considered trauma?
Yes. Ongoing emotional neglect or invalidation can have lasting effects on the nervous system, especially when it occurs over time.
What if there wasn’t one specific traumatic event?
This work is often especially relevant for cumulative, relational experiences rather than single incidents.
What if I’m not sure this qualifies as trauma?
You do not need a label to begin. Many people start with a general sense that something feels off, confusing, or internally unstable.
Do I need to live near Scottsdale to work with you?
No. I provide secure online therapy for adults located anywhere in Massachusetts. Because sessions are held via Telehealth, you can work with me whether you live in Boston, Worcester, Cambridge, or elsewhere in the state.
Questions and uncertainty are welcome here. We can take this at your pace.
How to get started
The first step is a free 15-minute consultation call.
This is a brief, low-pressure conversation to ask questions, talk through what you are noticing, and see whether this work feels like a fit.
If you decide to move forward, we’ll discuss scheduling, fees, and next steps. There is no expectation to commit during the consultation.
You do not need to prepare anything in advance.
Learn more about these related topics:
Emotionally Unsafe Relationships
Narcissistic & Coercive Relationships
CPTSD Therapy for the Lasting Impact of Emotionally Unsafe Relationships