Miriam Mackay
Licensed Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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I know what it’s like to feel stuck in patterns of fear, doubt, or overwhelm—and how powerful it is to find a way through. As your OCD therapist, I'll help you break free from shame and silence and reclaim your life. My approach is collaborative and practical: We’ll move at your pace, concentrate on your real-life goals, and celebrate each step toward freedom. I also focus on anxiety, perfectionism, and cycles that feel hard to break. I aim to help people feel less alone and find healthier, kinder ways of being with themselves and others.
I know what it’s like to feel stuck in patterns of fear, doubt, or overwhelm—and how powerful it is to find a way through. As your OCD therapist, I'll help you break free from shame and silence and reclaim your life. My approach is collaborative and practical: We’ll move at your pace, concentrate on your real-life goals, and celebrate each step toward freedom. I also focus on anxiety, perfectionism, and cycles that feel hard to break. I aim to help people feel less alone and find healthier, kinder ways of being with themselves and others.
Location
Licensed in Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
Education
Fordham University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Miriam
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Care Network HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Empire, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Tufts Health Plan, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Shared Services,
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Get to know Miriam
My personal connection to OCD and mental health
I've struggled with OCD. I've had to put in a lot of work to get to where I am today, and I'm still a work in progress. I also have family members with OCD. My journey has had a strong influence in me becoming a therapist—I wanted to help other people through these experiences.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
For me, what's most important is creating a space that is judgment-free, where you can feel like yourself. I provide a listening ear and help you get to a place where you feel comfortable and open to sharing what you're going through.
What I want to help you see in yourself
I want you to be able to find your true self amidst all the chaos that OCD can bring, so you can be in touch with yourself in a way that feels authentic and growth-oriented.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
I'm not going to say it's always easy—the journey is definitely a journey. But once you get there, the feeling of empowerment and success can be amazing.
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