Therapist in Newton, Massachusetts Marquise Laforest, Therapist

Marquise specializes in treating BIPOC-identified patients, looking to increase the level of treatment accessible to these communities. Young adults, Women, and Caregivers – of color, with a sense of humor are likely to benefit from counseling with Marquise. She enthusiastically supports her clients on their journey of diving deeper within to discover new ways to navigate through life challenges. Marquise applies modalities of motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy to therapy with individuals and groups. Her empathic approach considers the impact of culture, identity, and past experiences with a trauma-informed lens. Marquise will work with you in planting the seeds necessary to improve behaviors and work through symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, and trauma. Together you will work collaboratively to clarify the meaning behind internalized beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to enhance your sense of self-awareness, increase your ability to cope with stress, and strengthen your self-confidence.