Mary Atala Lessard

I have been an LCSW for over 25 + years. I went into this field because my life changed for the better after working with a therapist. I had been an Adult Educator helping people get their GED. But they struggled with their complicated lives. I wanted to help people enjoy life, no matter what the challenges were. It is important that you feel safe in my space; that you feel listened to; that you leave after each appointment understanding more about yourself. As you gain insight, you feel more hopeful, you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I have worked with all ages, but at this time I am focusing on teens and adults. How does therapy work? You hear yourself talking about your life (what’s good, what is not working, and what you want it to look like.) I ask questions that expands your information and helps you to understand yourself and your choices. I offer information, sometimes in the form of facts, sometimes ideas. You take what fits for you. It is all about you. How do you find a good match for you? I often meet for 1/2 hr. , no charge to give you a chance to see if we are a good fit. You ask me questions and if you feel like I can help, we make our first appointment.