Therapists in 01301

All of the relationships that we experience in our lifetime have an impact on our sense of self. Relationships can support healing and can facilitate growth. Using anti-oppression, anti-racist & feminist frameworks, we will enter into a supportive therapeutic relationship. Together we will explore how you have navigated different experiences in your life. What parts of you have shown up historically? What parts are helpful? Unhelpful? Awareness of the connection between yourself and the different parts of you will allow you to develop a trusting relationship with yourself as you learn what you truly need to feel safe and supported.

In my experience, most people seeking therapy are having a tough time, troubled by something. The reasons are as varied as people themselves, could be depression, anxiety, ADD, troubles with substances or addictions, struggles in recovery. Sometimes it's conflicts in the family, with children, or other relationships. Sometimes challenges from the world and workplace are too much. At times figuring out "what's wrong" is the first therapeutic task. I help by listening, observing, asking questions, understanding without judgement. In turn I help people learn to cope, to understand, and make changes. I often use humor and stories.

Having been in private practice and mental health services in the Pioneer Valley for 40 years, I offer an accepting, diverse and varied background. I provide individual, child, adolescent, and adult therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and outreach services to the home. My specialties include the following ; ADHD,Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Anger Mgt., Bi-Polar, Divorce and Separation, Adoption and Foster Care, Grief and Loss, Asperger's and Autism, and Parenting Concerns.

With empathy, deep listening and grounded humor, I help many people to overcome the difficulties they face. I begin with profound respect for how people have learned to cope. I work with people to continue their healing path in a way that makes sense for them by pulling on my understanding of Somatic Experiencing, trauma, psychodynamic, spirituality and play therapy frameworks. We will work together to understand the roots of your difficulties and your strengths, so we can know how to release you from what blocks you.

Reaching out for support is a powerful first step. It is so important to take time for yourself, to do things that soothe and empower you. I am here to listen, to learn about your goals, and to support you to access the tools to achieve them. I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore and grow.

I believe in the inherent worth of all life and strive to bring this to my work. In therapy, I support individuals in identifying the source of troubling emotional and behavioral patterns using a mindful, present-moment awareness as well as exploring past experiences and traumas – both individual and collective. While therapy is not the end-all-be all in addressing the challenges of the world, it can be a profound tool for navigating difficulties in an honest, compassionate way with the intention of seeing and feeling your value as well as the value of all life around us.