Yasmeen Abu-Alsaoud
Yasmeen Abu-Alsaoud
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Yasmeen Abu-Alsaoud(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Arts, MA
Massachusetts
Anxiety -Chronic illness-Cultural adjustment- Depression-Self-esteem-Loneliness-
Resilience Lab

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$175

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Yasmeen Abu-Alsaoud

Professional statement

Yasmeen holds a master's degree in mental health counseling and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support her clients. She combines this approach with psychoeducation to empower individuals to make meaningful changes in both their thinking patterns and their lives. Yasmeen’s therapeutic style is deeply client-centered, focusing on creating a nonjudgmental and supportive space where clients feel comfortable exploring their challenges. She believes in the transformative power of understanding and changing thought patterns, equipping her clients with the tools needed to navigate life’s complexities. Through this process, Yasmeen guides clients toward healing, helping them develop lasting skills to improve their emotional well-being and make proactive changes in their lives.

Message to clients

When you work with me, you can expect a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to your needs. I listen without judgment, providing a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we’ll identify challenges and create a path forward.

I use therapeutic techniques like psychoeducation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to guide our work, helping you gain insight, build coping skills, and make lasting changes. I also adapt my approach to what resonates with you and supports your growth.

My focus is on empowering you to take meaningful steps toward positive change. Whether you need help managing stress, improving relationships, or making decisions, I will walk alongside you, providing guidance and tools to thrive. My goal is to meet you where you are and support you in moving forward in a way that feels right for you.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 2 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist, 2025 - Present

Cambridge University, Masters, 2023

Licensure

Massachusetts: 13290

Supervisor: Kassie McCune(LMHC 13290)

Languages

English

Specialties

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

Chronic illness - Receiving a diagnosis; adjusting to lifestyle and medication changes; coping with related changes in mood, emotions, and relationships; managing symptoms and stress

Cultural adjustment - Acclimating to a new environment; managing stress and coping with feelings of loss and separation from familiar people and places

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

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Loneliness - Developing an understanding of one’s loneliness, including its origins and how it impacts daily life; decreasing the occurrence of loneliness by addressing barriers to social connection and practicing coping skills

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Locations & Hours

Please note that at this time, I am unable to accept Medicare, Medicaid, or Marketplace plans.

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • AllWays Health Partners (formerly Neighborhood Health)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Harvard Student Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO)
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)