Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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Thank you for your interest in my practice. I enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives by helping them uncover and work through the obstacles on their path to healing. My style of counseling is compassionate, direct and interactive. I use different approaches and tailor counseling to your specific situation and needs. My main goal, with my varied background, is to bring all my...
I am accepting new patients. Has the Covid-19 caused difficulties in your life. Well we are here to help. Are you anxious, feeling stuck, or depressed? Do you have family conflict or parent-child issues? There is hope for a more peaceful productive life. It is my goal to provide a safe nonjudgmental place to empower people with the insight and skills needed to move forward. I have experience an...
I believe that where we came from inevitably affects who we are, but does not need to define or constrain us in perpetuity. I want to understand from where you’re coming from and where you want to go. My job is to listen, to try to understand how you see the world, and help you understand what patterns may hold you back. I am warm, humorous, thoughtful and patient. Our time together is yours an...
My focus is to assist individuals, couples, families, and children with navigating everyday life stressors in order to find renewed pleasure and enjoyment in their relationships. Life can be tough and stressors sometimes interfere in our most meaningful relationships. No matter how overwhelming these stressors can feel, there are healthy coping strategies that can not only restore hope, but can...
I have experience with mental health and substance use therapy including working with teens and adults. I use a cognitive behavioral focus to help you reach self actualization and navigate specific challenges . I see each you as a unique individual and work to create a unique treatment plan with you. Together we can work through anxiety, depression or other life issues; focusing on your goals. ...
Partnering with individuals who are open to learning and practice. Wellness is achievable through consistent practices. Thought management is the foundation....
Is your mind at peace? Has stress led to emotional and physical consequences that have become unbearable? Maybe you "manage" your stress with addictive substances or behaviors. Or maybe a family member has an addiction that's turning your world upside down and you have no idea what to do. Stress is not a fact of life you have to accept. Neither are addictions. Using a mindful, compassionate and...
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker specializing in trauma and child welfare. I have over 10 years (starting in 2007) of experience working in many different settings including: children services, coordination of mental health/substance abuse care, juvenile detention, juvenile rehabilitation, truancy court, school-based therapy, outpatient trauma care, and therapeutic visitation. I enjoy...
I love what I do and it shows! You will feel how much I care about you. I listen and find out what is important to you and then we collaborate together to best meet your goals. I use evidence based treatments as those are shown to work best. My years of experience also help to guide working with you and your care. I look forward to connecting with you to help you reach your goals! I offer early...
You're a highly sensitive person. Things that don't seem to bother others hurt you to your core. Big transitions can bring this on, or you may have a long-standing struggle with depression or anxiety. Your emotions are intense and sometimes they overwhelm you. Your nervous system is running on overdrive. I can help you learn how to calm yourself and allow your nervous system to settle so you ca...
When life's journeys takes an unexpected shift, many of us hold on to what is familiar, routine and predictable. Our lives can become stagnant, and growth can seem like a distant dream. I can guide you as you navigate through these overwhelming experiences, and find the courage to move forward with life's goals and journey. I am great at creating a warm, respectful and safe environment that gen...
Is it difficult for you to maintain relationships? Marriage or relationship in trouble? Have you noticed control issues in your life? Perfectionism tendencies? Infertility/pregnancy issues? Are you struggling to make decisions that you feel should be simple? Have you been conflicted by your beliefs? Managing these concerns can lead to confusion, feeling unsettled and hurting emotionally. Workin...
Welcome! We look forward to working with you and showing you just how possible it is for you to overcome any challenge in your life. We find that many people choose not to improve or create the lives they truly desire because they are so fixated on all of the problems and what caused those problems. The reason why our clients see such remarkable improvements quickly is because, from day 1, we h...
Since the age of eight, I have regularly attended counseling, and it saved me. Decades later, counseling has become my calling--my desire to share the techniques that help us cope with the forces in our lives we cannot control. As a natural advocate of mental, physical, and spiritual health, I also teach yoga regularly. I believe that we reach a state of peace, when we take our lives into our o...
I believe that finding and connecting with the right therapist, is one of the most important steps to making an effective therapeutic process. I am a licensed cognitive behavioral therapist with 12 years of experience in the Western Massachusetts area and I provide an understanding, collaborative, and safe environment for my clients. As a therapist, I seek to help you obtain appropriate tools t...
