Strength-Based Therapists in 01523
Alicia Rapson
Counselor, MEd , LMHC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, MA 01523
I am the owner of Water Bear Counseling, LLC; and am a one woman private practice. Colleagues and clients say I am "down to earth" and "develop great rapport quickly." This is because of my laid back style of having a therapeutic conversation. I ask questions, reflect what I hear, and offer observations. I also keep clients informed about the process so they understand what is happening. I teach the skills and strategies that may be helpful to creating change and improved quality of life. I also am available for clinical training and supervision for employees from all disciplines.
I am the owner of Water Bear Counseling, LLC; and am a one woman private practice. Colleagues and clients say I am "down to earth" and "develop great rapport quickly." This is because of my laid back style of having a therapeutic conversation. I ask questions, reflect what I hear, and offer observations. I also keep clients informed about the process so they understand what is happening. I teach the skills and strategies that may be helpful to creating change and improved quality of life. I also am available for clinical training and supervision for employees from all disciplines.
Karen Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, MA 01523
Waitlist for new clients
I have been a social worker for over 23 years and have worked in a number of different settings, which allowed me to gain knowledge and experience to address any presenting concerns you may have. In my practice, I will guide, nurture, and work together with you on your concerns. I will work with you using a solution-based approach based upon your own individual situation. I am here to help you transform your life through awareness, support, and insight. You are not in this alone, I am here to help you!
I have been a social worker for over 23 years and have worked in a number of different settings, which allowed me to gain knowledge and experience to address any presenting concerns you may have. In my practice, I will guide, nurture, and work together with you on your concerns. I will work with you using a solution-based approach based upon your own individual situation. I am here to help you transform your life through awareness, support, and insight. You are not in this alone, I am here to help you!
Natalie Toth
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lancaster, MA 01523
I enjoy working with people of all ages who are interested in finding meaning in and making peace with their lives. My high school English teacher left two indelible ideas in my head, a quote from Socrates "The unexamined life is not worth living" and the Latin question "Quo Vadis?" or "Where are you going?". Since then, I have not only held this sense of curiosity for my own journey but practiced the profession in which I get to be present with other people as they embrace curiosity for their own lives, face their challenges, losses and changes, heal their wounds, and find their directions.
I enjoy working with people of all ages who are interested in finding meaning in and making peace with their lives. My high school English teacher left two indelible ideas in my head, a quote from Socrates "The unexamined life is not worth living" and the Latin question "Quo Vadis?" or "Where are you going?". Since then, I have not only held this sense of curiosity for my own journey but practiced the profession in which I get to be present with other people as they embrace curiosity for their own lives, face their challenges, losses and changes, heal their wounds, and find their directions.
John Beland, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lancaster, MA 01523
Not accepting new clients
Looking for a therapist can feel daunting when you already feel sad, hopeless or lost. It takes courage to consider that something in your life is not working, that you could use help. Psychotherapy allows you to get acquainted with yourself and the world you inhabit in a new way. Through this expanded field of view, you are better equipped to make choices that will help you achieve your goals. It is also not uncommon to have difficulty identifying goals, desires and feelings. Together, we can help you to discover, develop, and integrate these many different parts of you.
Looking for a therapist can feel daunting when you already feel sad, hopeless or lost. It takes courage to consider that something in your life is not working, that you could use help. Psychotherapy allows you to get acquainted with yourself and the world you inhabit in a new way. Through this expanded field of view, you are better equipped to make choices that will help you achieve your goals. It is also not uncommon to have difficulty identifying goals, desires and feelings. Together, we can help you to discover, develop, and integrate these many different parts of you.
Andrea Wolloff
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Lancaster, MA 01523
Not accepting new clients
Please note: Appointments before 3pm only. Feeling good is possible with the right treatment. Often times mental health challenges can leave you feeling like you aren’t yourself anymore or that you are no longer in control. Trauma, anxiety, stress, and emotional pain can make it very difficult to live the life you want or reach your goals. Taking the step into making change is scary and I want to help. I will work with you to determine what solutions best fit your needs. I'm passionate about helping survivors of trauma, parents with perinatal mood issues, anxiety, and anyone looking for help managing daily stress.
Please note: Appointments before 3pm only. Feeling good is possible with the right treatment. Often times mental health challenges can leave you feeling like you aren’t yourself anymore or that you are no longer in control. Trauma, anxiety, stress, and emotional pain can make it very difficult to live the life you want or reach your goals. Taking the step into making change is scary and I want to help. I will work with you to determine what solutions best fit your needs. I'm passionate about helping survivors of trauma, parents with perinatal mood issues, anxiety, and anyone looking for help managing daily stress.
Tamara Perini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lancaster, MA 01523
Not accepting new clients
Providing confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families ranging from adolescents to older adults. Specializing in treatment for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, adjustment disorders and stress in both a cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic approach. I am here to help you through difficult times, such as a divorce, loss of a loved one, or just getting through a rough patch in your life. We will focus on empowerment and self-change to help motivate a more positive, stable, and meaningful life.
Providing confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families ranging from adolescents to older adults. Specializing in treatment for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, adjustment disorders and stress in both a cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic approach. I am here to help you through difficult times, such as a divorce, loss of a loved one, or just getting through a rough patch in your life. We will focus on empowerment and self-change to help motivate a more positive, stable, and meaningful life.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.