Question 1

Does Dr. Liz Spitzer offer in-person or online therapy?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Spitzer offers telehealth therapy only, conducted via HIPAA-compliant, secure video. She sees clients throughout Massachusetts, from Boston and Metrowest Boston to the North Shore, South Shore, Cape Cod, and the Berkshires.

Question 2

What does Dr. Spitzer specialize in?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Spitzer specializes in trauma and PTSD therapy (including Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure). She works with individuals struggling with infertility, perinatal and postpartum mental health, and NICU experiences. She also works with parent caregivers for their disabled children. She often sees adults who have cancer and are struggling with changes in their lifestyle, identity, and values.

Question 3

What therapy approaches does Dr. Spitzer use?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Spitzer uses evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Written Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Question 4

Is Dr. Spitzer accepting new clients?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can request a consultation through the contact form at lizspitzerphd.com, by emailing LizSpitzerPhD@gmail.com, or by calling (617) 682-0463 to inquire about availability.

Question 5

What are Dr. Spitzer's qualifications?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Spitzer holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University and completed her internship and fellowship at the Boston VA Healthcare System PTSD Clinic. She holds a Massachusetts psychologist license (#11953), is listed in the National Register of Health Service Psychologists, and holds a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) from Postpartum Support International. She is an expert in trauma therapy.

Question 6

Where is Dr. Spitzer located?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Spitzer is a Massachusetts-based licensed clinical psychologist offering telehealth therapy to adults throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Question 7

What is Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is an evidence-based treatment for PTSD that helps clients understand and change unhelpful thoughts related to their trauma. Dr. Spitzer has advanced certification in CPT and uses it with clients experiencing PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.

Question 8

Does Dr. Spitzer work with postpartum depression and anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Dr. Spitzer has advanced certification in perinatal mental health (PMH-C) and specializes in supporting individuals from trying to conceive through the postpartum period, including postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, infertility, pregnancy loss, and NICU experiences.

Question 9

How do I get started with therapy with Dr. Spitzer?

Accepted Answer

You can request an appointment or consultation through the contact form at lizspitzerphd.com, by emailing LizSpitzerPhD@gmail.com, or by calling (617) 682-0463.