I have been meaning to write this review for some time because I started seeing Kyle based on some searches I did for a therapist online. At the time I did not know anyone I could ask for a referral, and whilst it felt strange to look for a therapist online, taking the leap to make an appointment was a great step forward for me! I started seeing Kyle earlier this year, when things in my life became unmanageable. I really believe that if I did not begin therapy at that specific time, my life would have slowly started to spiral out of control and I would have become even more depressed. Kyle has enabled me to work through many of the issues I am facing, and while thinking of what I have learned from my sessions with her, it struck me that I might better express them in bullet format, so here goes: - Your therapist is like your cheerleader - the person who knows what you are capable of (and when) and helps you achieve it - that's how Kyle has helped me work through many issues. - She is highly skilled in pointing out to me (always in a gentle way) what my role in a situation might be, and if or how I may have contributed to the situation I find myself in. - She never offers "advice", but can suggest a different perspective or alternate way of handling problems. - She has a real talent for remembering details that were previously discussed. - I really like that she can be available if I need to reach her on occasion if I am having a rough day. - There are many practical things we can do to improve our life situation, and Kyle is great at helping me make these changes. Finally, having a therapist is one of life's greatest luxuries, too often in life people are insufficiently interested in each others' lives to care how they feel. Having a relationship with your therapist is very unique and different to any other relationship you will have, and the ability to speak freely about yourself only for 50 minutes (especially for someone like me who is quite uncomfortable being the centre of attention) has been profoundly liberating. read more

I was fortunate enough to find Kyle over a decade ago, when I was first beginning graduate school. I've seen her pretty steadily over the years. When I am going through difficult phases, such as major transitions in relationships or work, I see her more often. There have also been extended periods of time that I have not seen her regularly, but the through-line provided by her continued presence in my life has been a source of great strength and comfort. I don't know how many people see Kyle over such long stretches of time, but I can say from my experience that she is thoroughly committed to seeing her clients through the "long haul". She once told me that she is very interested in the longer-term transformations that individuals go through. I have seen other therapists in my life, and have not encountered anyone like Kyle. I've noticed that some therapists tend to create a professional distance between themselves and their clients, but Kyle is real, open, honest and direct. She comes across as another human being in the world, one who happens to be able to help. I've had doctors who sit there and stare at me, refusing to say anything until the mounting tension forces me to blurt something out. Kyle doesn't have to rely on these kinds of tactics - she is so good at what she does that she can easily afford to just be herself. Although there is nothing rigid about Kyle's style, you do sense a structure that she somehow - in a very subtle way - weaves beneath or around the conversation. All you have to do is go in there and talk, and with some sincere, direct questions, Kyle will gently guide the conversation towards productivity. I often end up working together with Kyle to devise very concrete, simple behavioral strategies that invariably produce successful results in my life. I believe I am a happier person and know myself better because of the work I do with Kyle. Also, she is very, very funny. read more

I've seen Kyle for over a decade, during which she has helped me work through a variety of issues including: divorce and remarriage; the birth of a child; relationship, career, and family concerns; and creative and academic endeavors. In recent years, Kyle has been a tremendous resource for parenting issues and support. Kyle's guidance has helped me immensely over the years, and I can't say enough good things about her. Kyle is extremely empathic and insightful. She helps me pinpoint and identify my emotions--validating them and helping me figure out a way to deal with them. Kyle is also very practical and down-to-earth. She is a great source of information on a wide range of topics. I find her casual and easy to talk to; she also has a terrific sense of humor that always lifts my mood. She has an amazing ability to remember everything I tell her, so each time I see her we can pick up right where we left off. During an extremely difficult period when my child was hospitalized, Kyle met with me in the hospital, since I was unable to make it to her office for appointments. The compassion, time, and support she gave me during this time, in particular, were invaluable--and also helped me during the recovery phase that followed. It's hard to imagine how I would have gotten through this time without her help. During easier times I've found it helpful to remain in contact with Kyle and have appointments on a less-frequent basis, in order to keep the lines of communication open. Kyle is very supportive of this approach. Kyle remains in contact between sessions and is always available by phone. This is another valuable facet of the support she provides. She's flexible and accommodating when scheduling appointments. I look forward to each session with Kyle and am very grateful for my relationship with her. read more

I found Kyle on yelp and am so glad that I took the time to check around and that there were people who took the time to write honest and very helpful reviews of therapists. I'd been feeling a fairly steady low for a number of months before coming to see Kyle. Like someone else reviewing noted, I felt better after the first visit. Not simply because I was spending an hour taking care of myself, but because when I walked out the door, I knew I had someone on my side, who was going to help me take care of myself during the times that I wasn't in her office. She's helped me see a number of things through--like more exercise, being decisive, etc--that I've had trouble in the past few months getting psyched up about. I've noticed a big difference in my ability to start doing those things for myself--which is hard when you're in a consistent funk because she holds me accountable to those things in a non-judgmental and caring way. I think Kyle's strength is understanding. She completely nailed my personality within the first two visits and has consistently been on target with both her comments in session and her suggestions for things for me to do between sessions. Though of course digging in to certain aspects of one's life can be difficult, messy and stressful, I can honestly say I've enjoyed that process with Kyle. And I very much enjoy feeling the weight I've been carrying around lessen a bit each week. read more

My husband and I started seeing Kyle last December as we felt we had some communication skills we needed to work on. Within just a few sessions Kyle had helped us to identify some key common sense solutions and 'items of business' that we could introduce into our routine and lives that immediately helped to improve on skills we already had AND helped us to resolve the same irritating fight that we felt had been coming up again and again in our relationship. She was thoughtful and smart about helping us to realize we had less of a communication issue and more of a life balance issue - which was completely correct. Since that time, I have been seeing Kyle individually to help me work on some reservations I am having about starting a business. She has helped immensely by offering alternative ways to look at my questions and perspectives with regard to this business, helping me to build confidence around this issue, and has given me tools to handle work-life balance along the way. She has helped me to learn to take pressure off of myself and to focus on being productive and successful - not necessarily to expect perfection. Kyle is supportive, smart, and wonderful at her profession She treats her clients with the up most respect and provides a nonjudgmental and very pleasant atmosphere in which to work. I would recommend her to anyone- whether hesitant or not - who may be considering seeing a therapist. read more

I started seeing Kyle about a month ago, and it was my first time ever going to see a therapist. I didn't know what I was getting myself into, but was of course familiar with all the stereotypes. I must say that Kyle has defied any and all negative notions one might have about therapy. During our first appointment, she told me that her goal was to understand me. That statement stuck with me, and over the past month she has undoubtedly followed through with that goal. My sessions with Kyle usually consist of me doing most of the talking (which is the way I prefer it), but I am always fully confident that she is listening to me and fully engaged in everything I am saying. When she interjects a response, it is always genuine, relevant, and thought-provoking. I leave my sessions with Kyle with a huge smile on my face, carefully reflecting on everything we discussed. She helps me put things into perspective, which can be a daunting task to tackle alone as a young woman. I never feel like I have to hold back, and I never fear that she will judge me. She has a comforting and engaging disposition, and is clearly very intelligent and empathetic. Her responses are never trite or forced. I truly value her insight, and look forward to seeing her each week. read more

I started counseling with Kyle when I was working in Cambridge over ten years ago. I was stuck in a job that I hated. Within a year of working with Kyle, I had left my job and started a career in an entirely new field--one that I had wanted to join for years; I then went to graduate school, found a new job and started a new relationship. With her help, I feel like I have been able to transcend the issues in my life that used to hold me back. How was this possible? To begin with, Kyle is an incredible listener. I marvel in her powers of concentration and her laser-like focus. I always feel like she is on my side. She has figured out what I need in terms of support, given my family dynamics. She is also a firm believer in behavior-based therapy, so I typically leave her office with an action plan. She has taught me to look at my behavior on my own to see patterns that I can change if they're not producing the results I want. I honestly don't think I'd be where I am today, personally or professionally, if I hadn't had the great fortune to meet and work with Kyle. I can't recommend her enough. read more

I met Kyle during a particularly rough patch of anxiety and depression. I was having a number of problems with some medication I had been taking and was having some relationship issues as well. I feel so fortunate to have found her. During our first session, she was extremely kind and understanding, but very proactive about helping me feel better. She put me in touch with a top psychopharmacology researcher to help me get my medication issues sorted out and, in the months since our first meeting, has helped me deal with family problems and one very huge life transition. Talking with Kyle really is like talking to a wise friend. She remembers everything (I can't imagine how hard that must be) and always seems engaged and interested. Her insights always help me look at matters in a different light or different perspective. She is honest and thoughtful and, I really believe, she cares about her patients and their lives. read more

I was in counseling when I was younger, and had not been in any form of counseling or therapy for nearly 4 years. Finding myself with a tremendous amount of stress of school full time, work full time, and my boyfriend overseas, I began to suffer from panic attacks and thought it might be best to go back into counseling. I read reviews on Mt. Auburn, and with the combination of it's convenient location to me, it seemed like the best place for me. I called to set up an appointment, and got a phone call back not even twenty minutes later. Even from the first phone call to set up my first appointment, Kyle was caring and concerned. I have been seeing Kyle for over a year now, and having someone to offer me a professional, unbiased opinion was the best thing for me. When I have been at my lowest, she is constantly there for me, from e-mails, to daily phone calls; she goes above and beyond to help me anyway possible. read more

Kyle is an outstanding counseling professional in every sense of the word. When I met her about 9months ago, I had never been in regular therapy, and to be honest I was a little skeptical that such a thing could really improve my life...but now I look back and wish I had found Kyle years ago. She is particularly skilled at helping me unearth the deeper meanings behind my current struggles with family and other relationships. She also gives me guidance that is at once practical and manageable- it is of great comfort to know that I cannot, nor does anyone expect me to, change overnight. After our sessions, I always feel better equipped to face the challenges of my life, whether it's dealing with a sometimes emotionally demanding job or raising young children, or simply setting clearer boundaries with myself and others. In short, Kyle is a gem, and I feel fortunate to have found her! read more

Kyle has been an amazing source of support for me. I began seeing her after a breakup with a long-term boyfriend because I wanted to speak with someone who had a more objective perspective than my family and friends. The first time I met with Kyle, she had a very calming presence that immediately put me at ease. I felt comfortable speaking openly and honestly with her about my life and the feelings with which I was struggling. I have continued seeing Kyle ever since. She is not only nonjudgmental and understanding but also incredibly perceptive and insightful. She has an amazing grasp of people and their behavior, and I really trust her. Beyond simply listening, Kyle works with me to confront, understand, and overcome some of the issues I face in my life. Kyle is wonderful, and I feel very thankful to have her as a counselor. read more

Just about a year ago I found Mount Auburn Counseling Center though none other than this humble website. For me, it was a long time coming to seek counseling in my life. Having thought about it for years, it finally took a failing relationship with my girlfriend and my complete unhappiness at work to finally do me in. So, I began to see Kyle, and she simply listened, and guided me through what was (in retrospect) a very emotional time. Its difficult to describe, but after each session I felt as though a cloud had been lifted. Kyle listens to the problems in your life, offers you practical advice on how to remedy these problems, and guides you on the right path. So glad I decided to swallow my pride and get help. I see a tremendous difference in my life since first starting my sessions one year ago. read more

I saw Kyle for several years and she was very helpful; I highly recommend her as a therapist. She is fully engaged with you, is a very good listener, remembers your story from session to session, gives you guidance in language that is both precise, easy to understand and jargon-free. Kyle is also warm and empathetic. Because she has had many years of experience, she was able to relate my problem with other similar cases that she has seen. That in itself is comforting, as you feel that you're not the only one going through your particular affliction. Also Kyle can give you anecdotal evidence on how these other previous patients progressed, which I found very reassuring. Kyle has helped me enormously to go through a difficult period; it would have been much harder without her help. read more

Kyle is fantastic-fit into a busy work schedule, quick to return phone calls or emails, and the best therapist I have found! Having grown up in a difficult house that progressively got worse, I had tried to seek counseling several times before finding Kyle. Each time I was severely discouraged by the approach the therapist took. Upon informing Kyle of this, she assured me that I could direct our meetings or alter our discussions as I saw fit. Within a few visits, I was extremely comfortable and could already tell some of the weight was being lifted off my shoulders. Kyle not only worked on issues from my past, but helped me to navigate the bubble of 'recent college graduate' that I was hesitant to relinquish entirely. read more

I started seeing Kyle in October 2010 after my dad passed away. I cannot even begin to describe how much Kyle has helped me deal with the loss of my dad and help me find my way back to being happy again. She helped me realize how to take care of myself and celebrate the little things. With Kyle, I finally understood that I didn't have to have my whole life figured out overnight. The thing I love about talking to Kyle is that she never judges me, she just listens and helps me find the way to the right decision. She is such a source of comfort and guidance for me. I could not have gotten through this past year without her. I truly feel that I am in a much better place in my life because of Kyle. read more

I never thought I would end up needing a therapist to deal with emotions or breakups, but a recent break up was the most painful I've been through. I was in enough of a mental fog (and wasn't using my support network like I should) that I felt I needed to talk with someone. Kyle struck the right balance between listening and giving me advice, and after only a few sessions with her, I feel like I am back on my feet. In my case, she took the ways I was thinking about my problems and distilled them down into simple, focused things I should be doing to get back on track. It was her gently outside advice that gave me the perspective to be me again. I highly recommend her. read more

I first started seeing Kyle 20 years ago. I was having a very difficult transition to adulthood and Kyle helped me get there, consistently listening when I needed to vent, guiding me when I needed guidance, and helping me to see a different, happier way to live my life. While I am not an active patient now, Kyle has been there for me over the years whether I need a quick check-in or a couple sessions to work out a more difficult spot in my life. I value Kyle's calm and accepting manner. She seems to know when to let me decide where we're going and when she needs to lead. She manages to get that perfect balance of give and take that we all look for in a therapist. read more

I started getting counseling with Kyle about 7 months ago (I found her in yelp) as I needed help dealing with relationship problems. She is a great listener and makes you feel safe and makes you feel that you have a strong ally who has been through the tough relationship issues before and can carry the burdens and heartaches with you. She is highly intuitive and intelligent and can quickly and accurately pinpoint what's not working. What I love the most is that she not only listens to your problems but gives very concrete next steps to take, and does so in a way that instills much confidence. Highly recommended. read more

I've been seeing Kyle for about 6 months now, and I feel very fortunate to have both met her and been working with her in that time. She's helped me navigate and deal with stresses around relationship issues, anxiety, and the overload of working full-time plus being a graduate student. I can't say enough good things - she's obviously very good at what she does, and offers a ton of insights that the average person might not see on their own. Her professional advice is balanced by a friendly demeanor and a great sense of humor that have me looking forward to my sessions with her each time. Highly recommended. read more