Specialized Psychological Solutions, PLLC is a CBT-oriented therapy practice specializing in adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, panic, stress, attentional difficulty and chronic medical conditions.
In addition to traditional CBT, Dr. Kesselman offers a unique service utilizing Biofeedback to enhance Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Biofeedback offers real-time physiological feedback that standard talk therapy simply cannot replicate. Clients often find that this innovative and interactive approach leads to improvement in fewer sessions, with sustained, lasting outcomes.
Sessions are conveniently offered in-person at our Southborough, MA office or virtually.
Schedule a complimentary 10-minute consultation using the button below, or call our office at 508-205-9444.
For over two decades, our practice has supported clients in living more fulfilling and balanced lives by addressing how stress and anxiety affect both psychological and physical wellbeing.
We strive to understand each person unique experiences and provide personalized support tailored to your specific needs.
Excessive worry/fear/ nervousness/, difficulty concentrating, avoidance, somatic complaints (general anxiety); intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety)
Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
Brief, intense periods of overwhelming fear
Intense fear related to specific triggers, such as heights or crowded spaces, specific animals, driving, flying, medical procedures or blood draws, etc
Healing from painful, threatening or scary events and memories
Help for those who have trouble managing emotions or focusing
This specialized area of practice focuses on helping clients who are dealing with medical diagnoses and chronic health conditions. This can include issues like headaches, asthma, hypertension, Raynaud's disease, tinnitus, IBS, and other chronic pains and illnesses.
Experience a proven approach that can help you break fee from stress and anxiety. The central concept of Cognitive Therapy asserts that psychological and emotional distress is often shaped by our perceptions of events, not the events themselves. Learn how to more accurately identify and evaluate unhelpful thought patterns, then shifting them to a more healthy and adaptive perspective.
Alive Biofeedback uses visual displays of your stress levels to calm the "fight or flight" response. It coaches us to control our biology, and thus our stress levels. enhances awareness and control over physiological functions. Sensors monitor metrics like heart rate and muscle tension, providing real-time feedback. Complementary breathing, mindfulness, guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation strategies are taught to help regulate your nervous system and build emotional resilience. This builds body awareness and understanding of your physiological responses during therapy. Clients can even play games engineered to help them better manage stress, train for peak performance, and achieve better emotional and mental balance
Biofeedback enhances Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by creating a safe and immersive environment utilizing real time feedback of physiological arousal. This allows for increased self awareness and the potential for performance improvement in high stress situations. You are welcome to view the following Youtube video for a demonstration and further detail about biofeedback:
Dr. Kesselman is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a private practice in Southborough, MA. He received his Doctorate in Social Work from University of Tennessee/ Knoxville and Masters in Social Work from Boston College. He has advanced training in cognitive therapy, biofeedback and behavioral medicine.
Dr. Kesselman has over 20+ years of experience in a variety of behavioral health and primary care settings providing clinical services, supervising, mentoring, teaching, program development and curriculum building.
Dr. Kesselman has held senior clinical and leadership positions at Lifestance Health and UMASS/Health Alliance Hospital. He held the faculty rank of Instructor at UMASS Medical School where he taught and supervised medical students, residents and psychology/clinical social work students. Presently, Dr. Kesselman is a Clinical Adjunct Instructor at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
Starting therapy is a courageous step. Understanding the process can help you feel more comfortable as you begin your healing journey with us.
Schedule a free 10 minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and determine if we are a good fit for your concerns.
Complete intake paperwork from the comfort of your own home.
Meet in person or virtually to explore your concerns, the context of your situation, history and therapy goals. Start the process of developing a personalized treatment plan addressing your specific needs and objectives.
Attend sessions in person or virtually at the agreed upon cadence.
Everything you need to know about our office and policies.
Our office is conveniently located at 118 Turnpike Road (Route 9 East), Southborough, easily accessible from Route 9, Route 495, and the Mass Pike.
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Limited evening sessions available upon request between 5 to 6 PM)
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Payment is expected at the time of service. We welcome out-of-network and self-pay clients. We are happy to provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance company. This often allows for reimbursement of 50-80% of the cost
Initial assessment $200 (50 min)
Individual sessions $200 (50 min) or $175 (30 min)
Form completion or collateral contact $50 per 15-minute increment.
118 Turnpike Rd.
Suite 200, Office 10
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 205-9444
Davidkesselman@spsma.net
Dr. David Kesselman
Specialized Psychological Solutions
PO Box 110
Southborough, MA 01772
www.spsma.net
Specialized Psychological Solutions, PLLC