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I have worked as a therapist since 2017, when I graduated with a master’s degree in social work and am a LICSW. I am finishing up a PhD in Social Work, where I research various things, including exploring the trauma experience for women in patriarchal cultures relating to betrayal trauma, how using EMDR therapy modalities affects therapeutic outcomes with individuals with complex trauma, eating disorder policy development, and the variables that relate to individuals pursuing and obtaining higher education, among other research topics. I have worked in several residential treatment centers with substance abuse and eating disorders, outpatient therapy, and Emergency Room Crisis settings.

I specialize in complex trauma, trauma from narcissistic abuse, attachment trauma and complicated relationships with family, crisis interventions, substance abuse, post-divorce depression, betrayal trauma, and eating disorders. I use the therapeutic modalities of person-centered approach, EMDR, and talk therapy modalities such as CBT and DBT, that allow one to show up wherever they are in their healing journey. I enjoy implementing movement into therapy, such as walk-talk therapy, which works like a teletherapy functional EMDR as each foot hits the ground while walking and this creates emotional engagement and an REM cycle like neuroplasticity as the right and left sides of the brain unite emotion and logic to a stressor, as well as EMDR with eye movement, with telehealth technology if that is the preferred method of EMDR trauma processing.

I understand that it is painful to live with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, unhealthy coping skills, despair, and to cope with trauma memories and difficult people in your life, and everyone needs a safe space to process and talk about these complicated experiences and implement healthy coping while making sense and coming to peace with your stories and complex people in your life. I will hear your story and help you to come to your truth and ownership of your healing as you brave authenticity and assertive boundaries to prioritize your values.

Rebecca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience treating trauma-related conditions, anxiety disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She tailors care to each individual, utilizing a range of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, and EMDR.

A strong therapeutic alliance is at the heart of Rebecca’s practice, built on unconditional positive regard and the guiding principles of Kindness, Love, and Compassion (KLC). She is dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore challenges and move toward healing with authenticity and purpose.

Outside the therapy room, Rebecca lives in Maine with her husband and three mischievous dogs. She finds joy in outdoor work clearing land with her battery-powered chainsaw and in nurturing her flourishing rose gardens, a passion sparked during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Qays Munir graduated with academic distinction from Baqai Medical University in Karachi, Pakistan, in 2013. He completed his psychiatry residency training at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Boston, MA, in 2022, and subsequently joined Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA). As an early career psychiatrist, Dr. Munir strives to accommodate the wide spectrum of his patients' needs. He is a staunch proponent of patient advocacy and emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance.

Dr. Qays Munir graduated with academic distinction from Baqai Medical University in Karachi, Pakistan, in 2013. He completed his psychiatry residency training at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Boston, MA, in 2022, and subsequently joined Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA). As an early career psychiatrist, Dr. Munir strives to accommodate the wide spectrum of his patients' needs. He is a staunch proponent of patient advocacy and emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance.

Rebecca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience treating trauma-related conditions, anxiety disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She tailors care to each individual, utilizing a range of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, and EMDR.

A strong therapeutic alliance is at the heart of Rebecca’s practice, built on unconditional positive regard and the guiding principles of Kindness, Love, and Compassion (KLC). She is dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore challenges and move toward healing with authenticity and purpose.

Outside the therapy room, Rebecca lives in Maine with her husband and three mischievous dogs. She finds joy in outdoor work clearing land with her battery-powered chainsaw and in nurturing her flourishing rose gardens, a passion sparked during the COVID-19 pandemic.

I have worked as a therapist since 2017, when I graduated with a master’s degree in social work and am a LICSW. I am finishing up a PhD in Social Work, where I research various things, including exploring the trauma experience for women in patriarchal cultures relating to betrayal trauma, how using EMDR therapy modalities affects therapeutic outcomes with individuals with complex trauma, eating disorder policy development, and the variables that relate to individuals pursuing and obtaining higher education, among other research topics. I have worked in several residential treatment centers with substance abuse and eating disorders, outpatient therapy, and Emergency Room Crisis settings.

I specialize in complex trauma, trauma from narcissistic abuse, attachment trauma and complicated relationships with family, crisis interventions, substance abuse, post-divorce depression, betrayal trauma, and eating disorders. I use the therapeutic modalities of person-centered approach, EMDR, and talk therapy modalities such as CBT and DBT, that allow one to show up wherever they are in their healing journey. I enjoy implementing movement into therapy, such as walk-talk therapy, which works like a teletherapy functional EMDR as each foot hits the ground while walking and this creates emotional engagement and an REM cycle like neuroplasticity as the right and left sides of the brain unite emotion and logic to a stressor, as well as EMDR with eye movement, with telehealth technology if that is the preferred method of EMDR trauma processing.

I understand that it is painful to live with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, unhealthy coping skills, despair, and to cope with trauma memories and difficult people in your life, and everyone needs a safe space to process and talk about these complicated experiences and implement healthy coping while making sense and coming to peace with your stories and complex people in your life. I will hear your story and help you to come to your truth and ownership of your healing as you brave authenticity and assertive boundaries to prioritize your values.

Madeline Burke, MHS, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant at Acton Urgent Care, with an office in Acton, Massachusetts. Madeline is passionate about delivering her insight into urgent care, acute care, internal medicine, and infectious disease, to help improve the health and lives of her patients. She uses a well-informed and thorough approach to diagnose and treat medical conditions.

Madeline earned her bachelor’s degree in health sciences, as well as her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is certified by NCCPA, and holds certifications in basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). 

Prior to joining Acton Urgent Care, Madeline practiced in the field of metabolic health and cared for patients with metabolic dysfunction. She has gained broad experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, behavioral health, obstetrics and gynecology, family medicine, and internal medicine to meet individual needs.

Her outside interests include visiting local and out-of-state destinations, such as Cape Cod and Lake Winnipesaukee, to swim and bicycle. She also enjoys reading a compelling book, running outdoors, traveling, and spending quality time with her friends and family.

Savitha Gowda, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine specialist at Norwood Medical Associates in Norwood, Massachusetts. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has decades of experience. 

Dr. Gowda has been practicing medicine in Norwood since 1998. She was raised in a large family in India, growing up with many family members who suffered from diabetes complications. Her mother donated a kidney to her father, but he eventually succumbed to his illness. All of this influenced Dr. Gowda’s decision to practice medicine. 

She earned her medical degree at Bangalore University in India and completed a residency in internal medicine at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Newton, Massachusetts, and St. Raphael Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. 

Dr. Gowda has been ranked a Top Doctor for the last 13 consecutive years. She also received the Boston Magazine Top Doctor Award, America’s Top Doctor Award, and Top Geriatrician. She is a member of the American Medical Association, Massachusetts Medical Society, and American College of Physicians.

Dr. Gowda enjoys helping her patients improve their lives through general health awareness, improved lifestyle habits, and convenient access to their medical provider. She’s constantly involved in optimizing primary care. Dr. Gowda is grateful to her patients for their respect and trust. 

She understands the importance of superior health care for improving the quality of life and preventing severe complications. She knows her patients well, makes them feel comfortable during their appointments, and treats them with respect and compassion. Dr. Gowda is thorough, providing comprehensive primary care services in a state-of-the-art facility. 

When not working with patients, Dr. Gowda enjoys traveling around the world, learning about different cultures, reading books, gardening, and watching movies. She supports numerous local charities that improve health care, hunger, and education. 

Dr. Gowda enjoys improving the lives of new and existing patients and welcomes them to Norwood Medical Associates.

Suruchi Kaul, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine and nephrology specialist at Norwood Medical Associates in Norwood, Massachusetts. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and highly trained in primary care. 

Dr. Kaul has been practicing medicine in Norwood since 2008, after moving to the area from Minnesota. She specializes in treating kidney diseases, particularly in managing chronic kidney disease due to hypertension and diabetes. 

She earned her medical degree at Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi University, in India. Dr. Kaul completed residencies at St. Luke’s Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri; the University of Minnesota VA Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota; and the University College of Medical Sciences Delhi University in Delhi, India.

Dr. Kaul also completed a fellowship in nephrology at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis and in immunology and uveitis at the University of Illinois in Chicago. She’s a member of the American College of Physicians, National Kidney Foundation, American Society of Nephrology, and Delhi Ophthalmological Society. During her residency, Dr. Kaul developed an interest in further studying kidney disease. 

She enjoys educating patients about disease complications to reduce their risk of experiencing severe medical problems. Dr. Kaul feels privileged to help her patients understand and gain control of their health and well-being.

In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her family, reading, and being involved in the PTO at her children’s school. She helps with various educational activities, including the Understanding Our Differences program, and volunteers at a local library.

Dr. Kaul welcomes existing and new patients to Norwood Medical Associates and enjoys caring for them.

I have worked as a therapist since 2017, when I graduated with a master’s degree in social work and am a LICSW. I am finishing up a PhD in Social Work, where I research various things, including exploring the trauma experience for women in patriarchal cultures relating to betrayal trauma, how using EMDR therapy modalities affects therapeutic outcomes with individuals with complex trauma, eating disorder policy development, and the variables that relate to individuals pursuing and obtaining higher education, among other research topics. I have worked in several residential treatment centers with substance abuse and eating disorders, outpatient therapy, and Emergency Room Crisis settings.

I specialize in complex trauma, trauma from narcissistic abuse, attachment trauma and complicated relationships with family, crisis interventions, substance abuse, post-divorce depression, betrayal trauma, and eating disorders. I use the therapeutic modalities of person-centered approach, EMDR, and talk therapy modalities such as CBT and DBT, that allow one to show up wherever they are in their healing journey. I enjoy implementing movement into therapy, such as walk-talk therapy, which works like a teletherapy functional EMDR as each foot hits the ground while walking and this creates emotional engagement and an REM cycle like neuroplasticity as the right and left sides of the brain unite emotion and logic to a stressor, as well as EMDR with eye movement, with telehealth technology if that is the preferred method of EMDR trauma processing.

I understand that it is painful to live with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, unhealthy coping skills, despair, and to cope with trauma memories and difficult people in your life, and everyone needs a safe space to process and talk about these complicated experiences and implement healthy coping while making sense and coming to peace with your stories and complex people in your life. I will hear your story and help you to come to your truth and ownership of your healing as you brave authenticity and assertive boundaries to prioritize your values.

Dr. Qays Munir graduated with academic distinction from Baqai Medical University in Karachi, Pakistan, in 2013. He completed his psychiatry residency training at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Boston, MA, in 2022, and subsequently joined Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA). As an early career psychiatrist, Dr. Munir strives to accommodate the wide spectrum of his patients' needs. He is a staunch proponent of patient advocacy and emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance.

Rebecca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience treating trauma-related conditions, anxiety disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She tailors care to each individual, utilizing a range of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, and EMDR.

A strong therapeutic alliance is at the heart of Rebecca’s practice, built on unconditional positive regard and the guiding principles of Kindness, Love, and Compassion (KLC). She is dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore challenges and move toward healing with authenticity and purpose.

Outside the therapy room, Rebecca lives in Maine with her husband and three mischievous dogs. She finds joy in outdoor work clearing land with her battery-powered chainsaw and in nurturing her flourishing rose gardens, a passion sparked during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rebecca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience treating trauma-related conditions, anxiety disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She tailors care to each individual, utilizing a range of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, and EMDR.

A strong therapeutic alliance is at the heart of Rebecca’s practice, built on unconditional positive regard and the guiding principles of Kindness, Love, and Compassion (KLC). She is dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore challenges and move toward healing with authenticity and purpose.

Outside the therapy room, Rebecca lives in Maine with her husband and three mischievous dogs. She finds joy in outdoor work clearing land with her battery-powered chainsaw and in nurturing her flourishing rose gardens, a passion sparked during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Qays Munir graduated with academic distinction from Baqai Medical University in Karachi, Pakistan, in 2013. He completed his psychiatry residency training at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Boston, MA, in 2022, and subsequently joined Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA). As an early career psychiatrist, Dr. Munir strives to accommodate the wide spectrum of his patients' needs. He is a staunch proponent of patient advocacy and emphasizes the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance.

I have worked as a therapist since 2017, when I graduated with a master’s degree in social work and am a LICSW. I am finishing up a PhD in Social Work, where I research various things, including exploring the trauma experience for women in patriarchal cultures relating to betrayal trauma, how using EMDR therapy modalities affects therapeutic outcomes with individuals with complex trauma, eating disorder policy development, and the variables that relate to individuals pursuing and obtaining higher education, among other research topics. I have worked in several residential treatment centers with substance abuse and eating disorders, outpatient therapy, and Emergency Room Crisis settings.

I specialize in complex trauma, trauma from narcissistic abuse, attachment trauma and complicated relationships with family, crisis interventions, substance abuse, post-divorce depression, betrayal trauma, and eating disorders. I use the therapeutic modalities of person-centered approach, EMDR, and talk therapy modalities such as CBT and DBT, that allow one to show up wherever they are in their healing journey. I enjoy implementing movement into therapy, such as walk-talk therapy, which works like a teletherapy functional EMDR as each foot hits the ground while walking and this creates emotional engagement and an REM cycle like neuroplasticity as the right and left sides of the brain unite emotion and logic to a stressor, as well as EMDR with eye movement, with telehealth technology if that is the preferred method of EMDR trauma processing.

I understand that it is painful to live with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, unhealthy coping skills, despair, and to cope with trauma memories and difficult people in your life, and everyone needs a safe space to process and talk about these complicated experiences and implement healthy coping while making sense and coming to peace with your stories and complex people in your life. I will hear your story and help you to come to your truth and ownership of your healing as you brave authenticity and assertive boundaries to prioritize your values.

Dr. Muhammad Bajwa is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician licensed to practice medicine in Massachusetts. He strives to provide compassionate patient care in a comprehensive and effective way.

Dr. Bajwa spent 3 years in Harvard-associated hospitals (Mass General Hospital, Joslin Diabetes Center, and Beth Israel Medical Center) doing clinical research in Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes. He obtained his Research Fellowship from Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston MA in 2011.

He continued his career with internal medicine training at Good Samaritan Hospital, University of Cincinnati, OH. He completed his residency in 2015 and moved to Rhode Island Hospital as a teaching attending in the Department of Medicine at Brown University.