Psychologist and Therapist in Newton Center, Massachusetts,
Suzanne R Merlis, PsyD
Provider Type: Psychologist
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 18-26, 41-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Suzanne R Merlis, PsyD
Dr. Merlis provides evidenced based for adolescents (16 and up) and adults/older adults. Her areas of specialty include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, reproductive challenges ( infertility, miscarriage, high-risk or premature birth, and postpartum depression), stress-related disorders (e.g. headache, chronic pain, IBS, insomnia, hypertension), health-behavior/life style changes, geriatrics, substance abuse, and trauma/PTSD. Dr. Merlis utilizes a variety of modalities depending on clients needs including cognitive- behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Committment Therapy ( ACT), stress-management /relaxation techniques, mindfulness based interventions, somatic therapy, biofeedback, Dialetical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and motivational interviewing. Dr. Merlis also conducts ADHD and ADD evaluations for adults.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol and Drug Use Issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Later Life Transitions
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Midlife Transitions
- Pain Management
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- PTSD/Trauma
- Reproductive Challenges
- Somatoform Disorders
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- BCBS
- Beacon
- Cigna
- ComPsych
- Optum
- Tufts
Interventions
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Biofeedback
- CBT for Insomnia
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
Populations
- Women
Languages
- English
Locations
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781-551-0999
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Suzanne Merlis. You can also call 781-551-0999 to have someone assist you.
Suzanne Merlis generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 781-551-0999 to find out Suzanne Merlis's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Suzanne Merlis:
- Aetna
- BCBS
- Beacon
- Cigna
- ComPsych
- Optum
- Tufts
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 781-551-0999 to see how we can help.
Suzanne Merlis is a psychologist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Suzanne Merlis works at:
Yes, Suzanne Merlis does offer both Telehealth and In-office visits.
Yes, Suzanne Merlis is currently offering In-office visits.
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