Imposter Syndrome Therapy in Boston & NYC
Online Therapy for Boston, Manhattan & Brooklyn Professionals
You Work Hard and Look Successful, Yet Feeling Like a Fraud Never Stops.
If you’re in Boston or New York City, I provide specialized online therapy to help you quiet the inner critic, make clear decisions, and trust your expertise. Private, HIPAA-compliant video sessions. Licensed in MA & NY. Evening availability.
“WHO” I help in Boston & New York City
I support professionals in high-visibility roles across Boston, Manhattan, and Brooklyn who are ready to step out of the constant proving cycle. I offer online therapy across Massachusetts and New York.
Clients Include:
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You work in hospitals, finance, biotech, law, tech, or higher ed. We target imposter thoughts, decision fatigue, and conflict patterns so you lead with clarity
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High visibility. Few allies. We’ll quiet the fraud story, navigate bias, and protect your energy so you can speak up and be seen without burning out.
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You carry every decision and it shows up as second-guessing and overwork. Build self-trust, set clean boundaries, and run the business without the spiral.
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Promotions, board presentations, major interviews. We build a simple pre-performance plan, regulate nerves, and turn pressure into focus.
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New role. New city. High expectations. Learn practical tools to advocate for yourself, set realistic standards, and grow without grinding yourself down.
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Competitive programs in Boston and NYC can amplify imposter thoughts. We’ll reduce negative self-talk, manage advisor dynamics, and create a sustainable plan for exams, presentations, and publishing.
Clients come from Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Cambridge, Park Slope, Williamsburg, Midtown, and beyond.
What You Will Learn
✔ Identify and name the imposter pattern so it stops running the show
✔ Respond to the inner critic without spiraling
✔ Communicate your value clearly in meetings, interviews, and reviews
✔ Make decisions faster with less overthinking
✔ Lead with steadier confidence, personally and professionally
What Working Together Looks Like
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Say goodbye to stressful, time-consuming commutes! Receive imposter syndrome support from the comfort of your Boston office, Brooklyn apartment, or Cambridge home.
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Confidential, supportive, and structured around your imposter syndrome treatment goals
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We will work together to identify your goals, track progress, and adjust them as needed
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Evening availability that works with East Coast professional demands
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I provide Telehealth across Massachusetts & New York. There is no need to cancel appointments if you travel throughout these states for work.
How I Treat Imposter Syndrome
My approach is warm, direct, and strategy-forward, so you leave each session knowing what to practice and why it works. I utilize a unique combination of the following evidence-based practices:
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Turn thought traps into fair appraisals
Working in fast-paced, high-drive, high-pressure cities like NYC and Boston can fuel imposter thoughts.
I help you spot all-or-nothing, mind-reading, and catastrophizing, so you can rewrite them into balanced, evidence-based statements you’d offer a trusted colleague.
You will learn how to reshape unhelpful beliefs about your abilities, performance, and successes.
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Take values-aligned action (even with nerves)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can be a very helpful treatment approach for professionals navigating the intense academic, corporate, and cultural pressures of cities like NYC and Boston, where success is expected, yet internal thoughts say otherwise.
Together we make room for discomfort and move toward what matters, whether it’s submitting the proposal, asking for support, or taking the next step without waiting to “feel ready.”
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Work with parts (the critic, controller, fixer)
I’ll help you meet protective parts with curiosity so they can dial down the internal negative dialogue instead of taking over, freeing up clarity and steadiness.
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In-the-Moment Skills
You’ll be provided with mindfulness practices and techniques to quiet the inner critic and replace imposter thoughts. Present-moment awareness skills are especially helpful in the nonstop, high-stimulation environments of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Boston.
Whether you have a large presentation or a tough conversation on the horizon, you will be able to apply the tools you learned (grounding, paced breathing) to regulate your system and show up as yourself.
See my brief overview of imposter syndrome therapy for more context
Why Work with Wellcore Healing
Online in Boston & NYC
I lived in Boston for 7 years and understand the pace and pressure of high-performing environments.
My background as a former nonprofit Director who has worked in corporate and tech settings, I know how performance cultures feed imposter patterns.
I help clients in Boston, Manhattan, and Brooklyn build a healthier path to success that is grounded in resilience and increased confidence.
FAQs
Online Therapy for Imposter Syndrome in Boston & NYC
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Absolutely! Online therapy has proven highly effective for the type of cognitive and behavioral work that addresses imposter syndrome, with the added benefit of convenience that busy professionals need.
Living in a busy, fast-paced city like Boston, Manhattan, and Brooklyn causes enough stress. Your healing journey should be convenient and accessible, not another item adding to your overwhelm.
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I’m licensed at the highest level in Massachusetts (LICSW) and New York (LCSW) and provide online therapy to adult professionals located in those states.
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Most new clients located in Boston or NYC begin within 1–2 weeks, depending on schedule openings.
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Your first session is all about setting the stage for change. We’ll explore how imposter syndrome shows up in your daily life at work, in relationships, and in your own self-talk.
I’ll get to know your background and goals, complete an initial assessment, and introduce you to evidence-based strategies I use with Boston and NYC professionals.
By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear plan for moving forward and tools you can start applying right away.
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Yes! There are limited after-work telehealth slots (ET), plus select lunchtime options for Boston and NYC professionals.
Evening times fill quickly; the best next step is to book a consult for current availability.
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While specific regional statistics are limited, national data provides insight into the prevalence of imposter syndrome among high-achievers:
Approximately 25% to 30% of high achievers may experience imposter syndrome.
Around 70% of individuals will experience at least one episode of imposter syndrome in their lives.
A significant number of female executives report struggling with imposter feelings, affecting their confidence and career progression.
A powerful 2020 KPMG study shines a spotlight on just how widespread imposter syndrome is among high-achieving women, even those just steps away from the C-suite. Of the 750 executive women surveyed across industries, a staggering 75% reported experiencing imposter syndrome at some point in their careers. Despite reaching elite levels of success, many still privately wrestled with self-doubt and the fear of being “found out.”
In cities like New York and Boston, where the bar for success is set high and the pace is relentless, these feelings are not only common, they’re amplified by constant comparison, pressure to perform, and limited representation in leadership roles.
Here are some compelling takeaways that speak directly to the Boston & NYC experience:
85% of executive women believe imposter syndrome is common among women in corporate America.
74% feel their male counterparts experience significantly less self-doubt.
81% admit they place more pressure on themselves not to fail than men do.
47% say they never expected to achieve their current level of success, which fuels their imposter feelings.
56% worry they won’t meet expectations or that others won’t see them as competent enough.
72% turn to mentors or trusted advisors when self-doubt strikes.
Even at the top, imposter syndrome doesn’t vanish, it just gets lonelier. In fact, over half (54%) said success made them feel isolated from others who could relate to their challenges. And 32% shared that lacking a peer network contributed to their sense of not belonging.
This data underscores that imposter syndrome isn’t a reflection of inadequacy, it’s a reflection of the pressure, isolation, and invisible expectations many women navigate every day. If you’re feeling this in your career, therapy can help you reclaim your confidence and create a life that feels authentic and aligned.
Ready to Feel Solid in Your Success?
You've earned your place in Boston or New York City’s competitive landscape. Now let's help it feel that way. Whether you're in Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the Upper West Side, or Midtown, relief from imposter syndrome is Just a Click Away!
