Dr. Elina Tochilnikova, MSW, LCSW, PhD, MA

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Dr. Elina Tochilnikova

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Hoarding Disorder

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Life Transition

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Eating Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Groups

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Integrative

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Intervention

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Elina Tochilnikova

Elina Tochilnikova, LCSW, helps adults across Massachusetts navigate life’s complexities with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care. She provides individual and group therapy to help clients manage emotional challenges, improve relationships, and foster resilience through life’s transitions. Elina works collaboratively with each person to understand their unique experiences and guide them toward lasting emotional balance and well-being. Elina has extensive experience supporting adults facing depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as individuals navigating significant life transitions such as immigration, career changes, or loss. She draws on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients build self-awareness, reduce distress, and create meaningful change. Her warm, direct, and thoughtful style empowers individuals to reconnect with their strengths and live more intentionally. Elina is especially passionate about helping clients heal from complex trauma, including sexual abuse and war-related experiences. She also specializes in treating eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, as well as body dysmorphic disorder. Her approach integrates compassion with clinical precision, offering a supportive and safe therapeutic environment for deep emotional repair and self-acceptance. Her work in these areas reflects her commitment to helping individuals reclaim agency, confidence, and connection after experiences of profound disruption or shame. In addition to her trauma and eating disorder expertise, Elina provides culturally responsive care for diverse populations, including immigrants, expatriates, and individuals exploring cultural or identity-related challenges. She is fluent in Russian and offers therapy to Russian-speaking clients seeking treatment in their native language.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Massachusetts

Education and training

Boston University, PhD in Sociology
Boston College, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1679933410

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Elina Tochilnikova?

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Is Dr. Elina Tochilnikova accepting new patients?

Dr. Elina Tochilnikova generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Tochilnikova's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Elina Tochilnikova accept my insurance?

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What practice does Dr. Elina Tochilnikova work with?

Dr. Elina Tochilnikova works with LifeStance Health - Massachusetts.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Elina Tochilnikova?

Dr. Elina Tochilnikova frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Elina Tochilnikova on their profile.