Specialized Psychological Solutions, PLLC is a CBT-oriented therapy practice specializing in adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, panic, stress, attentional difficulty, chronic medical conditions and pain.
In addition to offering traditional CBT, Dr. Kesselman also provides a unique service utilizing Biofeedback to enhance Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Biofeedback offers real-time physiological feedback that standard talk therapy simply cannot replicate. Clients often find that this innovative and interactive approach leads to improvement in fewer sessions, with sustained, lasting outcomes.
Sessions are conveniently offered in-person at our Southborough, MA office or virtually.
Schedule a complimentary 10-minute consultation using the button below, or call our office at 508-205-9444.
For over two decades, our practice has supported clients to live more fulfilling and balanced lives by addressing how stress and anxiety affect both psychological and physical wellbeing.
At Specialized Psychological Solutions, PLLC, we strive to understand the unique struggles each person experiences and provide personalized support tailored to your specific needs.
Life Challenges
Demanding work environments
Complex family dynamics
Academic pressures
Competitive athletic performance expectations
Recovery from illness or injury
Recovery from traumatic events or experiences
Navigating other significant life changes and difficult transitions
What We Treat
Anxiety
Excessive worry/fear/ nervousness/, difficulty concentrating, avoidance, somatic complaints (general anxiety); intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety)
Stress and Burnout
Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
Panic and Agoraphobia
Brief, intense periods of overwhelming fear
Phobias
Intense fear related to specific triggers, such as heights or crowded spaces, specific animals, driving, flying, medical procedures or blood draws, etc
Trauma and Hyperarousal
Healing from painful, threatening or scary events and memories
ADHD
Help for those who have trouble managing emotions or focusing
Chronic Pain, Injury and Health Conditions (Behavioral Medicine)
This specialized area of practice focuses on helping clients who are dealing with medical diagnoses and chronic health conditions. This can include issues like headaches, jaw pain, hypertension, Raynaud's disease, tinnitus, IBS, and other chronic pains and illnesses.
Social Anxiety
Health Anxiety
Performance Improvement
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
and Biofeedback?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Experience a proven approach that can help you break fee from stress and anxiety. The central concept of Cognitive Therapy asserts that psychological and emotional distress is often shaped by our perceptions of events, not the events themselves. Learn how to more accurately identify and evaluate unhelpful thought patterns, then shifting them to a more healthy and adaptive perspective.
Biofeedback
Alive Biofeedback uses visual displays of your stress levels to calm the "fight or flight" response. It coaches us to control our biology, and thus our stress levels. enhances awareness and control over physiological functions. Sensors monitor metrics like heart rate and muscle tension, providing real-time feedback. Complementary breathing, mindfulness, guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation strategies are taught to help regulate your nervous system and build emotional resilience. This builds body awareness and understanding of your physiological responses during therapy. Clients can even play games engineered to help them better manage stress, train for peak performance, and achieve better emotional and mental balance
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Enhanced by Biofeedback
Biofeedback enhances Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by creating a safe and immersive environment utilizing real time feedback of physiological arousal. This allows for increased self awareness and the potential for performance improvement in high stress situations. You are welcome to view the following Youtube video for a demonstration and further detail about biofeedback:
Dr. Kesselman is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a private practice in Southborough, MA. He received his Doctorate in Social Work from University of Tennessee/ Knoxville and Masters in Social Work from Boston College. He has advanced training in cognitive therapy, biofeedback and behavioral medicine.
Experience
Dr. Kesselman has over 25+ years of experience in a variety of behavioral health and primary care settings providing clinical services, supervising, mentoring, teaching, program development and curriculum building.
Professional Positions
Dr. Kesselman has held senior clinical and leadership positions at Lifestance Health and UMASS/Health Alliance Hospital. He held the faculty rank of Instructor at UMASS Medical School where he taught and supervised medical students, residents and psychology/clinical social work students on psychological treatment approaches associated with psychiatric and medical diagnoses. Presently, Dr. Kesselman is an Clinical Adjunct Instructor at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
What to Expect
Starting therapy is a courageous step. Understanding the process can help you feel more comfortable as you begin your healing journey with us.
Initial Contact
Schedule a free 10 minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and determine if we are a good fit for your concerns.
Invitation To The Practice Portal (Headway)
Complete intake paperwork from the comfort of your own home.
First Session
Meet in person or virtually to explore your concerns, the context of your situation, history and therapy goals. Start the process of developing a personalized treatment plan addressing your specific needs and objectives.
Ongoing Sessions
Attend sessions in person or virtually at the agreed upon cadence.
Practice Information
Everything you need to know about our office and policies.
Practice Location
Our office is conveniently located at 118 Turnpike Road (Route 9 East), Southborough, easily accessible from Route 9, Route 495, and the Mass Pike.
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Limited evening sessions available upon request between 5 to 6 PM)
Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Cancellation Policy
Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you. To support consistency of care and respect for all clients’ time, the following cancellation policy applies:
More than 48 hours’ notice: No fee
24–48 hours’ notice: $50 cancellation fee
Less than 24 hours’ notice or missed appointments: $100 fee
Late cancellation and no-show fees are the client’s responsibility and are not covered by insurance.
Exceptions may be considered for emergencies or extenuating circumstances .
Payment Options and Insurance
Payment is expected at the time of service. We welcome out-of-network and self-pay clients. We are happy to provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance company. This often allows for a potential reimbursement of 50-80% of the cost
Private pay rates:
Initial assessment $200 (50 min)
Individual sessions $200 (50 min) or $175 (30 min)
Form completion or collateral contact $50 per 15-minute increment.
Specialized Psychological Solutions, PLLC is not a crisis facility and does not provide emergency services. If you are experiencing an urgent mental health situation, please contact or call 988 for the crisis hotline. If you are experiencing an emergent mental health crisis or require immediate assistance, please call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency department.