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Shon Oren(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Massachusetts
Anxiety -Autism spectrum disorder- Depression- Stress management-Life purpose & meaning-
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Professional statement

Shon Oren, MSW, LCSW, specializes in working with young men who feel invisible, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns of emotional numbness. Many of his clients struggle with expressing their feelings, often masking pain through sarcasm, social media immersion, or emotional outbursts. He provides a safe space for those experiencing unexplained physical symptoms, racing thoughts, self-harm behaviors, or a profound sense that something isn't right—even when they can't quite name what's wrong.

Shon approaches therapy with a fundamentally humanistic perspective. He believes that healing goes beyond symptom management to address deeper questions of identity and meaning. His therapeutic style is adaptive and client-centered, consistently checking in about what's working and adjusting his approach based on individual needs. Rather than imposing a rigid methodology, he collaborates with clients to develop meaningful paths forward.

Clients and colleagues describe Shon as warm, attuned, and patient—particularly skilled at connecting with young men who may be reluctant to engage in therapy. His background as a Jewish, Israeli, and disabled therapist brings a unique cultural perspective to his practice, informing his understanding of identity formation and resilience.

Shon offers sessions as an associate with Healing with Hannah, LLC, a small group practice in Central Square in Cambridge, MA. Shon also provides secure telehealth options for clients throughout Massachusetts. He understands that reaching out takes courage. He offers free 20-minute consultations where potential clients can determine if his approach feels right for them. Flexible scheduling is available, including evening appointments for students and working professionals.


Message to clients

If you're a young guy who feels invisible, I get you. You might find yourself scrolling through social media, using humor to deflect from what's really going on. You might even hurt yourself—scratching, hitting walls, or cutting—because sometimes physical pain helps with what's happening in your mind. Maybe you're pretending everything's fine just to make it through the day—when inside, you're angry, numb, or wondering if life is supposed to feel this empty.

Whether you're dealing with stomach pain that doctors can't explain, a racing mind that won't shut off when you're trying to sleep, or questions about what you're even doing here—I'm here to help. Our work together isn't just about making feelings disappear—it's about diving into the deeper questions that often hide beneath the surface.

I approach therapy from a humanistic perspective, which means your experience right now matters most. When we work together, I check what's working for you and adjust my approach to fit what you need.

Taking that first step to reach out takes guts. This is especially true when you don't have the words to explain what's wrong—or when someone else, like your mom or girlfriend, suggested you see me. Previous clients describe me as someone who listens without judgment, who gets it, and who doesn't rush the process. If something needs to change but you're not sure what or how, reach out for a free consultation. You decide if working with me feels right for you.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 1 year



Licensure

Massachusetts: LCSW2121253

Supervisor: Hannah Kanter(LICSW LICSW127712)


Languages

English, Hebrew

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Autism spectrum disorder - Support understanding the diagnosis and related challenges and strengths; skill-building in areas of daily routine, transitions, coping with overwhelming sensory experiences, social skills, and emotion identification and regulation

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Life purpose & meaning - Exploring one’s beliefs and values around life purpose, meaning, and spirituality; addressing the barriers to living a life that feels fulfilling, including instigating change or developing new habits




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Shon Oren is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (45min)