About Molly McCarthy (she/her), Holistic and somatic therapist
You don’t have to carry this all on your own.
I’m a Massachusetts-based therapist who specializes in holistic and somatic therapy to increase self-worth so that you can trust in your capability to stay grounded and connected to yourself no matter what storms life brings.
please Hear me when I say:
You don’t have to stay in that painful pattern.
I provide somatic and holistic therapy to people just like you. Despite being empathetic, self-aware and driven they feel stuck. I support them to connect to a deeper sense of trust in their capabilities, increase feelings of self-worth, and develop authentic relationships.
My clients walk away from therapy with the courage to move past the fears that hold them back and a greater trust in their worth and capabilities. My clients get clear on what is true from them and feel more authentically connected to themselves and others.
How I work
Working with me, we will integrate energetic, somatic and traditional forms of psychotherapy.
I believe in the importance of including the body (somatic therapy) in the healing process. I also believe words, beliefs and thoughts patterns matter and use psychodynamic (depth) talk therapy in sessions.
I blend somatics, mindfulness and psychodynamic frameworks to support you from a deep holistic level.
I am dedicated to helping people develop a deeper sense of trust in themself and their ability to be present and grounded in their life.
My training means I have the knowledge you need and deserve. But at the end of the day, you want to know you’re working with someone who “gets” what it means to be feel stuck.
I know how deep the pain hits. So when we work together, you won’t just get a trained therapist. You’ll get someone who truly understands what you’re going through.
My values: I support BIPOC, trans, and queer rights. I welcome all identities and abilities. I believe in Health at Every Size and body acceptance practices.
Therapy with me is…
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This is your space but I will not just smile and nod. I am human. You will see that when I make bad jokes, swear or fumble my words
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There is nothing off-limits in our talks. I believe it is healing to explore topics often connected to shame including sex, body, and identity issues.
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I have a background in the healing arts and spiritual growth. AND, I recognize the large amount of privilege the current healing community holds.
I don’t believe in spiritual by-passing and toxic positivity. I won’t tell you that you create your own reality, or that what you experienced was your fault, that everything happens for a reason, or that it is a test of your faith.
I actively educate myself on anti-oppression, anti-racist, and cultural humility practices. My practice is an LGBTQIA safe space.
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We will spend time building a strong relationship that will be able to hold in-depth, insight-oriented work to support your growth. At heart, I am a depth therapist and will support you to dig deep.
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I have training as a meditation instructor and will utilize this but I won’t suggest meditation 100 times if it’s not your thing.
If you gain strength from your connection to spirituality, let's bring that connection into the therapy room.
Does the word “spirituality” make you want to throw up? We won’t go there.
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My Training & Education
MA Licensed Mental Health Counselor License 13377.
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, William James College, Newton, MA.
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Certified Meditation Teacher, David Nichtern, Senior Buddhist Teacher
Certified Brennan Healing Science Practitioner. Practitioners using this healing modality have been through 4 years of rigorous training in the study of the human energy field, somatic healing, transpersonal psychology and spirituality.
Certified in Somatic Attachment Therapy