Megan Russis , LICSW

Megan Russis is a licensed independent clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and struggles with self-esteem. She speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Her approach centers on the person in front of her and on building momentum toward better days.

Megan sees therapy as a collaborative process. She believes clients are the experts on their own lives and brings methods that match what each person needs. Sessions aim to identify small changes that add up into clearer thinking and stronger coping skills.

Her work includes support for people dealing with trauma, grief, relationship strain, mood concerns such as bipolar disorder, and life transitions like pregnancy and postpartum challenges. She also addresses eating and sleeping problems, isolation and loneliness, and issues around codependency and communication problems.

Megan uses practical tools from cognitive behavioral strategies and solution-focused work to break problems down into manageable parts. She also draws on client-centered values and motivational interviewing to help people find their reasons for change and to build confidence.

She brings nine years of experience in clinical work in Massachusetts as an MA LICSW. Clients can expect straightforward talk, clear goals, and an emphasis on skills they can practice between sessions.

How Megan Uses Practical Approaches Online

Client-centered therapy puts the person at the center and focuses on listening and understanding. This approach helps people feel heard while they decide what change looks like for them. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors to find practical ways to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, or manage mood swings.

Megan also uses motivational interviewing to help people clarify their reasons for change and to build internal motivation. Together these methods are chosen based on what the person needs and what feels most helpful. The therapist and client work collaboratively to try approaches, track what helps, and adjust plans over time.

Online therapy with Megan is offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls let people use gestures and facial cues during longer sessions. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging work well for quick check-ins, brief skill practice, or when someone needs flexible timing. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while using the same therapeutic tools as in-person care.