Therapy for Women in Male-Dominated Fields
Online therapy for high-achieving women in Tech, STEM, Law, Business, and Leadership.
Navigate bias, overcome imposter syndrome, and lead with confidence without burning out. Serving professionals in Massachusetts, New York, Colorado, Vermont & Florida.
The Reality of Being the Only Woman in the Room
You have worked twice as hard to get where you are. But whether you are in a boardroom, a lab, or a startup, the pressure to be "perfect," "pleasant," and "productive" never seems to shut off.
The mix of high expectations, limited representation, and subtle bias takes a toll.
CAN YOU RELATE?
You may find yourself:
Replaying meetings in your head, worrying you sounded "too aggressive" or "not authoritative enough."
Over-preparing to ensure no one can question your competence.
Feeling isolated because you can’t show vulnerability to your male peers.
Exhausted from trying to excel at work while holding everything together at home. If this has been going on for a while, burnout therapy may be worth exploring.
You Don’t Have To Navigate This Alone.
Most therapists understand "stress." I understand your stress.
Hi, I’m Alexis Verbin, LCSW (NY, CO, VT, FL), LICSW (MA).
As a former non-profit director and tech consultant, I know the tight deadlines, the office politics, and the specific weight of gender bias from the inside.
My approach is collaborative, active, and tailored to the realities of your industry.
We move beyond generic "self-care" advice (because a bubble bath won't fix a toxic work culture) and focus on practical tools to protect your career and your peace.
Therapy Process
I combine evidence-based psychology with real-world executive coaching strategies.
The Challenge
Getting to the Bottom of:
"I feel like a fraud."
"I can't turn my brain off."
"I need to be perfect."
"They aren't listening."
“I feel stuck and don’t know what to do.”
“I’m exhausted and losing motivation.”
Tools & Treatment Goals
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During therapy for imposter syndrome, we challenge the anxious self-talk that tells you your success is "luck" and build a factual record of your competence.
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Learn to unhook from work stress and transition into your personal life without the "Sunday Scaries" ruining your weekend.
If anxious self-talk feels especially front and center, you can also explore specialized anxiety therapy online with me.
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We work with the part of you that drives perfectionism, helping you strive for excellence without the crushing self-criticism. If you're ready to break free from these cycles, specialized Perfectionism Therapy can help.
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We role-play high-stakes meetings, salary negotiations, and boundary-setting so you can speak up without spiraling.
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During your therapy session, we might:
De-brief difficult meetings, performance reviews, or microaggressions.
Practice language for speaking up, setting boundaries, or negotiating.
Map out work–life rhythms that support both your career and your health.
Build tools to regulate your nervous system before high-stakes moments, such as presentations or interviews.
Explore how past experiences shape how you show up in current roles and relationships.
This shows therapy is active, practical, and relevant to their actual workday.
You are juggling back-to-back meetings, travel, and a personal life. You don’t have time to commute to an office.
TOTAL PRIVACY
Join HIPAA-secure video sessions from your office, home, or while traveling.
EFFICIENCY
Fit a session into your lunch break or before the workday starts.
GEOGRAPHIC FREEDOM
I am licensed to work with you whether you are in Massachusetts, New York, Colorado, Vermont, or Florida.
Safe Space to Process Industry-Specific Challenges
From the Wellcore Healing Blog: Women in Male-Dominated Fields
You are often the only woman in the room. You have worked hard to get where you are, and the pressure to be excellent without being difficult can be exhausting. These articles address the self-doubt, overthinking, perfectionism, and boundary challenges that tend to surface in male-dominated spaces, and what actually helps.
Read all articles for women in male-dominated fields on the Wellcore Healing blog →
Ready to Feel Like the Best Version of Yourself at Home & Work?
You deserve to feel confident, grounded, and valued without running yourself into the ground to prove it. Let’s build a plan that works for your career and your mental health.
