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- CBT
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing
About Lynda
LMHC Lynda Harkins has 14 years of clinical experience working in Massachusetts with adults concerned about stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and depression. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy in her work. Sessions focus on practical steps and conversations that help people cope and move forward.
Harkins begins by learning what matters most to each person. She and the client map current problems and set clear, manageable goals. Conversations often include looking at thought patterns, practicing mindfulness skills, and identifying motivations for change around substance or process addictions.
She uses narrative techniques to help people reframe past events and see alternative stories about themselves. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or ambivalent about making changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors to reduce distress.
Therapy sessions may include structured exercises, guided reflection, and practical homework between meetings. Harkins sometimes brings written exercises or role-based practice into sessions to test new ways of responding. The aim is steady progress through short, actionable steps.
People contact her when they want help with panic, mood difficulties, relationship communication, feelings of abandonment, or struggles with drug, alcohol, or process addictions. She works in English and provides care within Massachusetts. To begin, clients use the site workflow to match and schedule a first session.
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How these approaches guide online work
CBT focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Online sessions using CBT often include setting specific goals, tracking patterns between meetings, and trying small behavior experiments to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and awareness skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. In remote sessions this can mean short guided practices and simple daily exercises to notice stress and calm the body and mind.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels unsure about change. It uses focused conversation to clarify values and strengthen personal reasons for change, which is useful for substance and process addictions.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist and client review goals, try methods, and adjust the plan together based on what helps most. Early sessions are often about assessing needs and deciding which mix of techniques fits the person’s situation.
The site biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals use the same core therapeutic skills remotely as in person, focused on practical steps and measurable progress.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and depression, plus related areas such as panic, trauma, and social anxiety.
What methods does she use in sessions?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy to guide work on thinking, behavior, motivation, and personal stories.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working in mental health and substance use counseling.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an MA and practices as an LMHC in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.