Sam Nesin-Perna, MS
Staff MMT Clinician
He/Him/His

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (617) 244-2700

Sam Nesin-Perna, MS
Staff MMT Clinician

Sam Nesin-Perna, MA, is a current Clinical Psychology PsyD student at Rivier University. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Art (BA) in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Boston. Continuing his academic journey at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, he earned a Master of Science (MS) in Autism Studies, graduating Magna Cum Laude. While there, Sam conducted a master’s thesis on the interaction of mental health and executive function among neurodiverse university students, earning him a Research Excellence Award. 

Training Background
During his time at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell, Sam served as a Lab Supervisor, overseeing undergraduate student mentors, and contributing to various research projects. Additionally, Sam actively contributed to a nationwide RO1 collaborative study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health at the University of Massachusetts at Boston, focusing on joint attention interventions for toddlers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These research experiences have helped enhance his ability to better understand and treat neurodiverse populations. 

Clinical Experience
Sam specializes in supporting populations with complex learning, executive function, social skills, and mental health profiles. His clinical journey is marked by a diverse range of experiences across various settings and populations. During his tenure at City Year-Boston, Sam served as an AmeriCorps Volunteer, where he engaged in both tutoring and supporting students in an after-school program. He provided academic assistance during tutoring sessions and contributed to the organization's outreach efforts through his involvement in the after-school program. Following this, he worked as a Residential Counselor at Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs, providing compassionate support to at-risk children with autism spectrum disorders and learning disabilities with emotional challenges. Currently, as a Psychology Intern at Copernican Clinical Services, Sam offers comprehensive services to children, adolescents, and young adults, including neuropsychological evaluations, clinical tutoring, and individual and group therapy, with a focus on serving neurodiverse populations.

​Approach:

  • Therapeutic​
  • Academic Support
  • Assistive Technology to help with challenges related to:
    • Academics
    • Executive function
    • Essay Writing (outlines, braindumps, how to revise)
    • Organizational skills for high school and college
  • Test Taking strategies for high school and college

​Modalities:

Clinical Expertise:

  • Assistive Technology
  • College Transition
  • College Application Process
  • College Disability Services Coordination
  • Executive Function
  • Autism
  • Dyslexia/Dysgraphia
  • ADHD
  • Central Auditory Processing Disorder
  • Academics Skills to Succeed with Complicated Learning Profiles
  • Executive Function Skills to Succeed with Complicated Learning Profiles
  • School-based Anxiety
  • School-based Mood challenges
  • Teacher and College Professor interpersonal relationships
  • Social Skills Related to School and College Staff​

​Locations:

Newton:
    44 Thornton Street
     Newton, MA 02458

Lexington:
    35 Bedford Street
     Suite #8, Courtyard Entrance
     Lexington, MA 02420

Insurance Options:

Sliding Fee Scale Available
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In-Network Insurance:
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield​​
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Out-of-Network Insurance:
  • Not Accepted