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Dr. Linda Shafer, MD

Psychiatry* Age 76
Dr. Linda Shafer, MD

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Dr. Linda Shafer, MD

Psychiatry* Age 76
Boston, MA
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Linda Shafer, MD is a Psychiatrist in Boston, MA.

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Dr. Shafer graduated from Tufts University. Dr. Linda Shafer, MD is a Psychiatrist in Boston, MA and has 51 years experience. Dr. Shafer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Shafer's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shafer is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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ADHD and-or ADD
Major Depressive Disorder
Panic Disorder
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
Adjustment Disorder
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Dissociative Disorder
Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Impulse Control Disorders
Marijuana Addiction
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Opioid Dependence
Personality Disorders
Phobia
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Prolonged Grief Disorder
Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Sexual Arousal Disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    15 Parkman St Ste 815, Boston, MA 02114
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 724-5600
  2. 2 Massachusetts General Hospital
    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (617) 724-7792
  3. 3 Office
    830 Chalkstone Ave Bldg 14, Providence, RI 02908
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 273-7100

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Specialties*
Psychiatry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tufts University
    1973
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Board Certifications

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  • Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Linda Shafer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shafer's profile.

Dr. Linda Shafer, MD is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Linda Shafer, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, Boston, MA