Blog for Better Living

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Melissa Kae

By: Melissa Kae, Psy.D. | September 11, 2026

I am honored and deeply grateful to join the Therapy Changes team and work alongside such a skilled group of psychologists! I believe that collaboration with colleagues leads to the best care for my clients, and I’m excited to be part of a practice that shares this commitment. When difficult experiences remain unprocessed, the mind […]

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Anxiety, Depression, Introduction, LGBTQ+, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Heidi Kraft

By: Heidi Kraft, Ph.D., ABPP | August 14, 2026

“Why did you become a psychologist?” I have been doing this for a long time, and over the years I have been asked that question quite often. At first, my answer was simple: I wanted to help people. After all, I am blessed with natural empathy that I inherited – and learned – from my […]

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Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Depression, Grief, Introduction, Perinatal, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Shanni Tal

By: Shanni Tal, Psy.D. | September 22, 2023

I am very excited to join the Therapy Changes team and work alongside such caring, thoughtful, and professional therapists! I place a high value on creating meaningful connections, which has guided my journey to become a psychologist. My passion to help others learn more about themselves, cultivate tools to navigate life’s most difficult transitions, and […]

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Anxiety, Introduction, Perinatal, Personal Improvement, Therapy, Trauma

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Sheila Allameh

By: Sheila Allameh, Psy.D. | July 28, 2023

What an honor it is to be welcomed to the Therapy Changes family! I am delighted to join such a talented team and share a strong commitment to help others live authentic lives as they strive to reach their full potential. My interest in psychology began in high school, shortly after my grandfather was diagnosed […]

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Anxiety, Introduction, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Therapy

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Ashley Malooly

By: Ashley Malooly, Ph.D. | May 26, 2023

I am so excited to join the Therapy Changes family! My passion is helping clients live full, meaningful lives and feel empowered when faced with difficult life challenges. If you are considering therapy, you may feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or stressed. You are tired of feeling the way you do and are ready to start […]

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Anxiety, Introduction, Personal Improvement, Stress, Therapy

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Niyatee Sukumaran

By: Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | January 27, 2023

I am happy to join the Therapy Changes family, and I look forward to providing care to clients seeking psychological help and support. I consider it both an honor and a privilege when my clients share their stories with me. In turn, it is my pleasure to introduce myself and share my story with you, […]

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Anxiety, Depression, Introduction, Therapy, Trauma

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Stephanie Salo

By: Other | April 16, 2021

Written by Stephanie Salo, Psy.D. Are you one of those folks who “fake it ‘til you make it” as if gritting your teeth and forcing a smile is the formula to get through the toughest times? While faking anything might work temporarily, increasing awareness of your emotions and learning to use them along with your […]

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Anxiety, Grief, Introduction, Relationships, Sleep/Relaxation, Therapy

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Gregory Koch

By: Gregory E. Koch, Psy.D. | December 26, 2020

In our era of “snapshot appearances” and social media, being yourself can be hard. It isn’t easy to keep up appearances, and this takes a toll on our self-esteem and self-identity. That is why having a place where you can be yourself, let your guard down, be vulnerable, and be seen is so important. Holding […]

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Introduction, LGBTQ+, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma

Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Kristen Lipari

By: Kristen Lipari, Ph.D. | September 18, 2020

I am thrilled to join the Therapy Changes family and look forward to serving our diverse and resilient clients. I understand that in your own family you might have received the message that therapy signals weakness, especially for those who really struggle. I received similar messages growing up as an Armenian American ethnic minority. However, […]

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Introduction, Parenting, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress, Therapy, Trauma