LICSW

Lynda Ketcham, LICSW

Experience33 years
LocationMassachusetts
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Lynda

Lynda Ketcham is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) who brings 33 years of practice to her work with adults navigating major life transitions and persistent emotional struggles.

Background and approach

She blends evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with a client-centered stance that emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and occasional humor. Her approach supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar mood concerns, and ADHD, as well as related issues like sleep disruption, anger, and addictions.

Working from Massachusetts, she also attends to aging and geriatric challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, family-of-origin dynamics, and end-of-life concerns. Sessions focus on exploring values, building coping skills, improving communication, and increasing emotional awareness so clients can face change with greater resilience.

Ketcham aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where practical strategies and personal insight come together to help clients move forward at their own pace.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and learn to take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts or emotions. It is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and adjusting to life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for mood, sleep, and anger management. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when intense emotions or relationship difficulties interfere with daily life.

Choosing the right method is collaborative; the therapist works with each person to explore which approaches best match their goals, values, and preferences. Sessions may combine elements from different models so that treatment is tailored rather than one-size-fits-all, and progress is reviewed regularly to refine the plan.

Online therapy with this clinician is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during transitions, and use brief check-ins or longer sessions as needed while working toward practical skills and emotional insight.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, sleep problems, anger, career and financial worries, and caregiver or geriatric issues.

How would you describe the therapeutic style and approach?

She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches, emphasizing empathy, practical skills, and collaborative goal-setting.

What is her background and level of experience?

The clinician has 33 years of professional experience working with adults through life transitions, chronic health concerns, family issues, and mood-related conditions.

What credentials and location should I know about?

The therapist practices in Massachusetts and holds an MA and the LICSW credential listed as MA LICSW LICSW1024618.

Are services available in languages other than English or to international clients?

Services are provided in English only, and international clients are not currently accepted.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for therapy with this clinician?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / loneliness Life purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)SomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

33+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts

Languages

English

What Lynda can help with

Lynda Ketcham works with clients on stress and anxiety, grief, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Lynda works with clients facing mid life challenges and clients facing challenges of growing older.

Lynda works with clients with chronic illness and clients experiencing loss of a job.

How Lynda approaches therapy

Lynda's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT).

Experience and training

Lynda is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Massachusetts, with 33 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Lynda aims to support & empower you in that journey.