Michelle De Sedas(She/Her/Hers)
Psychologist, PsyD
Massachusetts
Anxiety - Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Trauma- Relationship issues- Depression-
Michelle De Sedas
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Professional statement
Dr. Michelle De Sedas is a licensed psychologist in Massachusetts who provides therapy for adults navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She often works with individuals moving through major life transitions, carrying the impact of painful past experiences, or struggling to balance personal and professional demands. With expertise in working with bilingual communities, she offers therapy in both English and Spanish.
Her approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Dr. De Sedas helps clients recognize how past experiences shape present patterns, while also providing concrete strategies to manage overwhelming emotions. Drawing on psychodynamic, relational, and skills-based therapies, she supports clients in building resilience, deepening self-understanding, and moving forward with greater clarity and self-compassion.
With years of experience in private practice and community settings, she brings cultural sensitivity and clinical expertise to create a safe, supportive space. Her treatment is tailored to each client, with the goal of fostering both immediate relief and lasting growth.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 8 years
MDS Counseling Services, Private Practice Psychologist, 2020 - Present
William James College, Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, 2018
Boston College, Masters in Mental Health Counseling, 2015
Licensure
Massachusetts: 11125Languages
English, SpanishSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Parents
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$220 (53min)
- Sliding scale:$150 - $220
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Every other month
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
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