Therapy for High-Achieving Mothers in Massachusetts

Specialized Support for Women at the Intersection of Career Success & Motherhood

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Are you a high-achieving professional questioning your career path since becoming a parent?

Do you feel torn between the intellectual drive that fueled your success and your desire to be present for your family?

It's time to find clarity and balance without sacrificing the career excellence you've worked so hard to achieve.

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The Career-Parenthood Dilemma: You're not alone in questioning your path

As an excellence-driven professional in Massachusetts, you've spent years building expertise and innovation in your field. Now, as a parent, everything feels different. The career satisfaction you once experienced has shifted, and you're questioning what comes next. If you're experiencing any of the following, specialized therapy that focuses both on your role as a parent and a professional:

Your professional identity was clear before children. Now, you're questioning if you should stay in your current role, pivot to a new specialty, or make a significant career change. The mental load of balancing intellectual ambition with family responsibilities feels overwhelming.
This isn't just normal tiredness. You're experiencing a deeper exhaustion that stems from constantly toggling between high-stakes professional demands and the equally important needs of your family. Your mental bandwidth feels completely depleted.
Whether you're on tenure track, building a medical practice, or leading business innovation, the guilt is persistent. You feel like you're always shortchanging someone—your research, your patients, your team, your children, or yourself.
Since having children, your partnership feels different. With both of you navigating demanding careers, conversations have become superficial, intimacy is rare, and you're sensing an increasing disconnection impacted by the stresses of balancing professional excellence with parenting.

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Hi! I’m Dr. Stephanie Thrower and I can help.

I'm Stephanie Thrower, a licensed psychologist specializing in mental health at the intersection of career and parenting for high-achieving parents throughout Massachusetts. As a mother of three, I understand the unique challenges you're facing.

My approach is specifically designed to address the complex dynamics of being both a dedicated professional and a present parent, offering a path to fulfillment that honors both your career ambitions and your family life.

Why My Approach Works for You

I understand that your career and your family are both integral parts of your identity. Together, we'll release the grip of perfectionism while preserving your commitment to excellence, helping you prioritize what truly matters in both spheres of your life.
Your complex life requires sophisticated solutions. I provide actionable strategies drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you manage career uncertainty, strengthen boundaries, and make decisions aligned with your core values—all customized to your unique professional and personal demands.
My clients—physicians, researchers, and business professionals—often tell me, "you understand the nuances of my world." I bring both clinical expertise and authentic compassion to our sessions, creating a space where your career questions and parenting challenges can be explored with depth and clarity.
As a mental health clinician, I'm dedicated to addressing healthcare inequity. I have researched & trained other white clinicians to understand the importance of racial identity development and to provide anti-racist services. I work toward developing a therapeutic environment that's respectful, inclusive, and attuned to your unique cultural experiences.

How Therapy Can Help

Overcome Parent Guilt & Reclaim Confidence

Release the burden of constant second-guessing and perfectionism. Together, we'll develop strategies to quiet self-criticism and embrace your unique strengths as both a professional and parent, allowing you to make decisions with clarity rather than guilt.
Create Meaningful Support Systems

High-achieving professionals often struggle to ask for help. Learn to identify, build, and nurture the specific support network you need—personally and professionally—to thrive in both your career and family life without burning out.
Revitalize Your Relationship

Reconnect with your partner beyond logistics and schedules. Discover communication techniques specifically designed for dual-career couples, helping you rebuild intimacy and shared purpose amid the demands of professional ambition and family responsibilities.
Redesign Your Career Path With Purpose

Whether you're considering staying in your field, pivoting to a new specialty, or making a significant transition, we'll clarify your core values and create an actionable roadmap that honors both your professional expertise and your family priorities.
Establish Boundaries That Protect What Matters Most

Learn practical strategies to set boundaries at work and home that align with your values. Develop the confidence to say "no" to demands that drain your energy and "yes" to opportunities that fuel your sense of purpose and connection.

Specializing In

Career Support

Gain clarity on your career goals and values, and implement an action plan for development that aligns with your role as a parent.

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Pre-Pregnancy, Pregnancy & Postpartum

Support through pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and postpartum, addressing the mental health challenges that arise during this transformative time.

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Therapy for Mothers

Overcome the pressure of being the "perfect parent," build authentic connections with your children, and navigate complicated educational and medical systems with confidence.

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Virtual Therapy for Your Convenience

I offer virtual therapy throughout Massachusetts, making it easier for busy parents to prioritize their mental health. Whether you're at home during your child's nap, on a lunch break, or folding laundry, therapy can fit into your life.

Ready to Get Started?

Brief Phone Call

Let's start with a short phone conversation. This is your opportunity to ask me any questions you might have and get a sense of my personality. I believe it's crucial for you to feel at ease talking with me, as our connection plays a vital role in the success of therapy.
Assess Our Match

During our call, take the time to evaluate if I'm the right fit for what you're looking for. A strong therapeutic relationship is key to achieving your goals, so it's important that you feel confident in your choice.
Choose Your Session Format

Weekly or Biweekly Sessions: We can meet regularly to provide consistent support and progress.
Intensive Sessions: For couples therapy or career clarity, I offer focused options: 3-hour intensive, Full-day intensive, Two-day intensive These intensives allow for deep, concentrated work on specific issues.
Check your Benefits

Most of my clients use out of network benefits and get 60-80% of their sessions covered. You are welcome to use this calculator to estimate your out of network costs.
Let's Get Started

Once we've established our working relationship, we'll start our sessions. Whether you choose regular meetings or an intensive format, we'll work together to address your concerns and move towards your goals.
Remember, this is your journey. My role is to provide support, insights, and strategies tailored to your unique situation as a working parent. Together, we'll work on transforming challenges into strengths and helping you create a more balanced, fulfilling life.