Dr. Leora Borek, MD

Dr. Leora Borek, MD

Psychiatrist
2 Executive Park Dr, Ste 200, Newton, MA
"Leora Borek helps adults and older adults throughout Massachusetts navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental health concerns with a thoughtful, personalized approach that integrates both psychotherapy and medication management. As a physician at LifeStance Health, she partners with patients to better understand the connection between mental and physical well-being, offering care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and grief. Her goal is to help individuals develop effective coping strategies, improve daily functioning, and move toward a greater sense of balance and fulfillment. Leora has a particular interest in supporting individuals facing midlife and later-life transitions. Whether a patient is adjusting to retirement, caregiving responsibilities, changes in identity, health-related challenges, or the loss of a loved one, she provides a compassionate space to process these experiences and build resilience. She recognizes that major life changes can affect emotional health in profound ways and works collaboratively with patients to promote growth, adaptation, and renewed purpose. Her clinical approach incorporates evidence-based interventions such as mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). In addition to treating anxiety and depression, she works with individuals experiencing sleep difficulties and the psychological impact of medical conditions. Leora tailors treatment plans to each person's unique needs and may combine therapeutic techniques with medication management when appropriate. She also provides support for a wide range of additional mental health concerns. Leora values developing strong therapeutic relationships built on trust, respect, and curiosity. She believes that every person's story is shaped by a unique combination of experiences, relationships, culture, and personal strengths, and she strives to provide care that reflects those individual factors.
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About Dr. Leora Borek

Focus areas

Anxiety
Life Transition
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Women's Issues Therapy
Depression

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Leora Borek

"Leora Borek helps adults and older adults throughout Massachusetts navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental health concerns with a thoughtful, personalized approach that integrates both psychotherapy and medication management. As a physician at LifeStance Health, she partners with patients to better understand the connection between mental and physical well-being, offering care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and grief. Her goal is to help individuals develop effective coping strategies, improve daily functioning, and move toward a greater sense of balance and fulfillment. Leora has a particular interest in supporting individuals facing midlife and later-life transitions. Whether a patient is adjusting to retirement, caregiving responsibilities, changes in identity, health-related challenges, or the loss of a loved one, she provides a compassionate space to process these experiences and build resilience. She recognizes that major life changes can affect emotional health in profound ways and works collaboratively with patients to promote growth, adaptation, and renewed purpose. Her clinical approach incorporates evidence-based interventions such as mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). In addition to treating anxiety and depression, she works with individuals experiencing sleep difficulties and the psychological impact of medical conditions. Leora tailors treatment plans to each person's unique needs and may combine therapeutic techniques with medication management when appropriate. She also provides support for a wide range of additional mental health concerns. Leora values developing strong therapeutic relationships built on trust, respect, and curiosity. She believes that every person's story is shaped by a unique combination of experiences, relationships, culture, and personal strengths, and she strives to provide care that reflects those individual factors.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Insomnia
Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Insomnia

Office location

Dr. Leora Borek, MD also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Massachusetts
2 Executive Park Dr, Ste 200, Newton, MA 02462

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
  • Geriatric Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Brown University, Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry
  • University of Wisconsin, Bachelor's

NPI number

1134115553

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Dr. Leora Borek has 2 office locations in Newton, view full addresses on Dr. Borek's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Leora Borek have?

Dr. Leora Borek is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Geriatric Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Leora Borek?

Dr. Leora Borek frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Leora Borek on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Leora Borek speak?

Dr. Leora Borek speaks English.

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