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Teresa Dias, LMHC, LPC, RPT

Teresa Dias

Director of Clinical Training
LMHC (MA) LPC (VA) Registered Play Therapist

Teresa Dias works with children, families, and adults using expressive therapies including art, sand, and drama therapy. She has clinical experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and bipolar disorder, and specializes in attachment theory and healthy parent-child attachment.

Her therapeutic approach is "client centered, creative, and informed by attachment and trauma theories," drawing on play, art, sandtray, and mindfulness to support teens and adults working through anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Teresa also maintains a private practice (Diastherapy) and works part-time as a telehealth provider for the Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery and Education in Virginia. She resides in Boston with her family and performs with True Story Theater, a Playback theater company.

Book a Session with Teresa

New and returning clients can request Teresa directly through the clinical intake form or request a consultation to discuss fit and availability.

Education

  • B.A. in Expressive Therapies, Lesley University
  • M.A. in Mental Health Counseling, specialization in Drama Therapy, Lesley University

Additional Training

  • Certified Circle of Security Parent Educator
  • Theraplay Level 1 practitioner
  • EMDR basic training
  • Play therapy training

Specializations

  • Anxiety & depression
  • ADHD & bipolar disorder
  • Attachment & parent-child work
  • Play, art & sandtray therapy