Therapists in 01545
I provide comfortable, compenent, confidential counseling. My ideal client is willing to engage in a holistic process which creates an awareness of how their physical, emotional, and spiritual health impacts their well being and their relationships on a daily basis. I strive to help develop a sense of understanding which facilates an experience of acceptance and personal growth. Personal growth where individuals learn how to quiet negativity by cultivating hope and optimism.
I provide comfortable, compenent, confidential counseling. My ideal client is willing to engage in a holistic process which creates an awareness of how their physical, emotional, and spiritual health impacts their well being and their relationships on a daily basis. I strive to help develop a sense of understanding which facilates an experience of acceptance and personal growth. Personal growth where individuals learn how to quiet negativity by cultivating hope and optimism.
When you're in a season of your life that feels darker, lonelier or more painful, when you feel tired and overwhelmed, when you lack direction or energy, or when your relationships are suffering, it's easy to forget that you possess everything you need to grow and change. I believe that we each have the answers we need within us and the capacity to improve our circumstances, but that sometimes we get off course. I also believe that what we focus on gets bigger, so when we focus on the good and beautiful in life, the weeds get crowded out. This isn't just my personal belief - it's actually rooted in science!
When you're in a season of your life that feels darker, lonelier or more painful, when you feel tired and overwhelmed, when you lack direction or energy, or when your relationships are suffering, it's easy to forget that you possess everything you need to grow and change. I believe that we each have the answers we need within us and the capacity to improve our circumstances, but that sometimes we get off course. I also believe that what we focus on gets bigger, so when we focus on the good and beautiful in life, the weeds get crowded out. This isn't just my personal belief - it's actually rooted in science!
Sometimes it can be hard to see life's hurdles as an opportunity to understand ourselves better, yet life is full of these painful, frustrating and uncomfortable experiences. Sometimes they are traumatic. Sometimes next steps are unclear or you've lost your voice and maybe you feel frozen or overwhelmed or uncertain. You want to speak up for yourself. You want to start moving through life again.
Sometimes it can be hard to see life's hurdles as an opportunity to understand ourselves better, yet life is full of these painful, frustrating and uncomfortable experiences. Sometimes they are traumatic. Sometimes next steps are unclear or you've lost your voice and maybe you feel frozen or overwhelmed or uncertain. You want to speak up for yourself. You want to start moving through life again.
Worcester Center for Expressive Therapies
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, MT-BC
Serves Area
At WCET, we are committed to engaging with the greater Worcester County community to promote accessible expressive therapy care. We strive for clinical excellence by thoughtfully matching each child with a clinician who best supports their unique needs. Through the therapeutic use of the arts, we aim to foster unity, advance social justice, and contribute to meaningful research. Our goal is to provide inclusive, impactful healthcare that enriches the lives of the children, families, and the communities we serve. Our primary location for outpatient individual services is located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.
At WCET, we are committed to engaging with the greater Worcester County community to promote accessible expressive therapy care. We strive for clinical excellence by thoughtfully matching each child with a clinician who best supports their unique needs. Through the therapeutic use of the arts, we aim to foster unity, advance social justice, and contribute to meaningful research. Our goal is to provide inclusive, impactful healthcare that enriches the lives of the children, families, and the communities we serve. Our primary location for outpatient individual services is located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.
You're not lazy. Motivation doesn't exist in a vacuum. For you to make a change, you have to be convinced it's worth your effort; you need to know that changing will help. A lot of problems that bring folks to therapy (drinking/smoking too much, doom scrolling, binge-eating, isolating, "lack of motivation") are strategic ways of avoiding a larger problem. We start doing these things to help or cope in the short-term, and sometimes it's at the cost of our long-term well-being. Counseling can help you find your balance. (I currently ONLY have consistent availability for morning and early afternoon appointments)
You're not lazy. Motivation doesn't exist in a vacuum. For you to make a change, you have to be convinced it's worth your effort; you need to know that changing will help. A lot of problems that bring folks to therapy (drinking/smoking too much, doom scrolling, binge-eating, isolating, "lack of motivation") are strategic ways of avoiding a larger problem. We start doing these things to help or cope in the short-term, and sometimes it's at the cost of our long-term well-being. Counseling can help you find your balance. (I currently ONLY have consistent availability for morning and early afternoon appointments)
At Mindwell Therapies, we believe true healing happens when the mind and body are supported together. Our team of licensed therapists and wellness practitioners provides compassionate, evidence-based care designed to help you navigate life’s challenges, rediscover balance, and build lasting resilience.
Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, or simply striving for greater well-being, we’re here to walk alongside you on your journey.
At Mindwell Therapies, we believe true healing happens when the mind and body are supported together. Our team of licensed therapists and wellness practitioners provides compassionate, evidence-based care designed to help you navigate life’s challenges, rediscover balance, and build lasting resilience.
Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, or simply striving for greater well-being, we’re here to walk alongside you on your journey.
Sonya Poulin is a Licensed Certified Social Worker who provides compassionate and individualized therapy to children, teens, and adults across Massachusetts. At LifeStance Health, she works collaboratively with clients to help them navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Whether supporting a child struggling with behavior challenges, a young adult adjusting to independence, or a woman experiencing emotional shifts during postpartum, Sonya creates a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore thoughts, build skills, and find lasting relief.
Sonya Poulin is a Licensed Certified Social Worker who provides compassionate and individualized therapy to children, teens, and adults across Massachusetts. At LifeStance Health, she works collaboratively with clients to help them navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Whether supporting a child struggling with behavior challenges, a young adult adjusting to independence, or a woman experiencing emotional shifts during postpartum, Sonya creates a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore thoughts, build skills, and find lasting relief.
My practice is adult based, with a wide variety of cliental from those with a mental health diagnosis to those working on life transitions or self esteem. My personal philosophy of therapy as I am here as a support person for you in whatever capacity you need me to be. If you need someone to process your past, to bounce ideas off of, to cheerlead behind you, I do it all. I want want you to have family and friends in your support system but your decisions affect them, affecting what they say. I am here just for you. I want to work with you to have the full filling and rewarding life that you want.
My practice is adult based, with a wide variety of cliental from those with a mental health diagnosis to those working on life transitions or self esteem. My personal philosophy of therapy as I am here as a support person for you in whatever capacity you need me to be. If you need someone to process your past, to bounce ideas off of, to cheerlead behind you, I do it all. I want want you to have family and friends in your support system but your decisions affect them, affecting what they say. I am here just for you. I want to work with you to have the full filling and rewarding life that you want.
When anxiety, stress, or the same relationship struggles keep resurfacing, it can feel exhausting and isolating. Many people find themselves walking on eggshells, avoiding conflict, or feeling disconnected from their partner or from themselves. Even when life looks “fine” on the outside, something underneath doesn’t feel settled. I help individuals and couples understand these patterns and find their way back to connection, clarity, and emotional safety.
When anxiety, stress, or the same relationship struggles keep resurfacing, it can feel exhausting and isolating. Many people find themselves walking on eggshells, avoiding conflict, or feeling disconnected from their partner or from themselves. Even when life looks “fine” on the outside, something underneath doesn’t feel settled. I help individuals and couples understand these patterns and find their way back to connection, clarity, and emotional safety.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by your emotions or circumstances? Have you been feeling frustrated or dissatisfied with how things are currently going in your life? Are you hopeful that therapy can offer relief and support in navigating your difficulties? Or a little uncertain? Maybe you're feeling ready to engage in the therapeutic process, open to exploring new perspectives and strategies, and committed to improving your mental well-being. It's natural to have mixed emotions when thinking about change, and I'm here to hold space for you to begin your journey toward healing and growth.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by your emotions or circumstances? Have you been feeling frustrated or dissatisfied with how things are currently going in your life? Are you hopeful that therapy can offer relief and support in navigating your difficulties? Or a little uncertain? Maybe you're feeling ready to engage in the therapeutic process, open to exploring new perspectives and strategies, and committed to improving your mental well-being. It's natural to have mixed emotions when thinking about change, and I'm here to hold space for you to begin your journey toward healing and growth.
At A Balanced Self, we’re not your average therapy practice. We believe meaningful healing happens when the mind, body, emotions, and spirit are all supported. Our mission is to provide a compassionate, empowering space where you feel safe to heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself - at your own pace and in your own way.
At A Balanced Self, we’re not your average therapy practice. We believe meaningful healing happens when the mind, body, emotions, and spirit are all supported. Our mission is to provide a compassionate, empowering space where you feel safe to heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself - at your own pace and in your own way.
Emily Van Ness-Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in human services. I work with individuals, children, and families and treat a range of issues or concerns. My main focus is to help you reach your own self-directed goals. My style is eclectic, warm, and authentic. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation to successful treatment. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you have access to a clinician that fits your needs. I utilize mindfulness, heart centered dialog, and compassion to aide in your journey.
I am a clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in human services. I work with individuals, children, and families and treat a range of issues or concerns. My main focus is to help you reach your own self-directed goals. My style is eclectic, warm, and authentic. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation to successful treatment. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you have access to a clinician that fits your needs. I utilize mindfulness, heart centered dialog, and compassion to aide in your journey.
I'm passionate about working with people who are finding life to be overwhelming and exhausting. Maybe you're heartbroken over loss, burdened with guilt, feeling you'll never be good enough, are scared, or at wits' end. Or maybe something happened to you, and it sticks with you giving you no rest. When we feel this way, we tend to isolate, berate ourselves, and spiral in our thinking or distract ourselves from these debilitating feelings. You're not alone. These feelings and responses are common, and there are evidence-based treatments to help you take the helm and steer your own ship in life.
I'm passionate about working with people who are finding life to be overwhelming and exhausting. Maybe you're heartbroken over loss, burdened with guilt, feeling you'll never be good enough, are scared, or at wits' end. Or maybe something happened to you, and it sticks with you giving you no rest. When we feel this way, we tend to isolate, berate ourselves, and spiral in our thinking or distract ourselves from these debilitating feelings. You're not alone. These feelings and responses are common, and there are evidence-based treatments to help you take the helm and steer your own ship in life.
It's ok to ask for help. It's true that I can't erase your past or instantly take away your pain (although I wish I could). However, I can help you carry your burdens more lightly, whether that means adjusting to major life transitions, learning new ways of coping with anxiety or managing the emotional strain of living with cancer (as a patient or caregiver). Additionally, I have expertise in health-related issues and enjoy working with clients around chronic illness, prenatal/postpartum mental health, and eating concerns. Therapy is your time to feel supported and understood.
It's ok to ask for help. It's true that I can't erase your past or instantly take away your pain (although I wish I could). However, I can help you carry your burdens more lightly, whether that means adjusting to major life transitions, learning new ways of coping with anxiety or managing the emotional strain of living with cancer (as a patient or caregiver). Additionally, I have expertise in health-related issues and enjoy working with clients around chronic illness, prenatal/postpartum mental health, and eating concerns. Therapy is your time to feel supported and understood.
If you are experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with relationship and/or marital issues, reproductive and postpartum challenges, difficulty with depression, anxiety, and communication issues then I can be a support to you. If you have experienced trauma I am here to help you. I work very effectively with individuals while utilizing the perspective of the individual within a relational system. I have a special interest in working with first responders and their families. I believe most people are searching for a a feeling of peace and harmony in their lives.
If you are experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with relationship and/or marital issues, reproductive and postpartum challenges, difficulty with depression, anxiety, and communication issues then I can be a support to you. If you have experienced trauma I am here to help you. I work very effectively with individuals while utilizing the perspective of the individual within a relational system. I have a special interest in working with first responders and their families. I believe most people are searching for a a feeling of peace and harmony in their lives.
I am a licensed psychologist and have worked within the behavioral health field for the past 20 years. I seek to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment in which adult clients (18+) can better understand and overcome their struggles, recognize their strengths, and work toward attaining their goals. I have a special interest in the treatment of anxiety disorders (panic, phobias, OCD, GAD), depression, and trauma/PTSD using cognitive behavioral therapy and interventions demonstrated by research to reduce debilitating symptoms.
I am a licensed psychologist and have worked within the behavioral health field for the past 20 years. I seek to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment in which adult clients (18+) can better understand and overcome their struggles, recognize their strengths, and work toward attaining their goals. I have a special interest in the treatment of anxiety disorders (panic, phobias, OCD, GAD), depression, and trauma/PTSD using cognitive behavioral therapy and interventions demonstrated by research to reduce debilitating symptoms.
I am a queer trauma-informed licensed mental health counselor with years of experience working with children, adolescents, teenagers, college-aged, and older adults as they navigate life's stressors. Together, we would build, strengthen, and use the therapeutic relationship to explore various coping strategies and interventions to deal with everyday challenges, as well as challenges related to anxiety, depression, C-PTSD, and other mental health disorders.
I am a queer trauma-informed licensed mental health counselor with years of experience working with children, adolescents, teenagers, college-aged, and older adults as they navigate life's stressors. Together, we would build, strengthen, and use the therapeutic relationship to explore various coping strategies and interventions to deal with everyday challenges, as well as challenges related to anxiety, depression, C-PTSD, and other mental health disorders.
Welcome! I have openings today for online counseling. I have 11+ years of experience in the mental health field working mostly with children and adolescents who have mental health struggles and severe emotional/behavioral challenges including symptoms related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, conflict resolution, issues with social media, self-advocacy, school issues and social skill deficits.
Welcome! I have openings today for online counseling. I have 11+ years of experience in the mental health field working mostly with children and adolescents who have mental health struggles and severe emotional/behavioral challenges including symptoms related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, conflict resolution, issues with social media, self-advocacy, school issues and social skill deficits.
*SEE WEBSITE FOR CURRENT OPENINGS* As a licensed mental health counselor, I believe that emotional health and well-being deserve more attention than they receive. We learn how important it is to develop skills in so many areas of our lives, yet few people teach us how to improve the way we experience life. My goal is to provide you with techniques to improve the quality of your experience.
*SEE WEBSITE FOR CURRENT OPENINGS* As a licensed mental health counselor, I believe that emotional health and well-being deserve more attention than they receive. We learn how important it is to develop skills in so many areas of our lives, yet few people teach us how to improve the way we experience life. My goal is to provide you with techniques to improve the quality of your experience.
I'm accepting new clients for individual psychotherapy for issues related to ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety/OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image/Body Positivity, Maternal Mental Health (PPA/PPD), Relational Conflict, and life transitions. If you've been trying to gain as much control over your life as possible due to other chronic mental illness, I am here for you!
I'm accepting new clients for individual psychotherapy for issues related to ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety/OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image/Body Positivity, Maternal Mental Health (PPA/PPD), Relational Conflict, and life transitions. If you've been trying to gain as much control over your life as possible due to other chronic mental illness, I am here for you!
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Number of Therapists in 01545
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 01545 who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Depression |
| 73% | Stress |
| 70% | Self Esteem |
| 66% | Relationship Issues |
| 65% | Coping Skills |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 91% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 69% | Harvard Pilgrim |
| 67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 01545 see their clients
| 61% | In Person and Online | |
| 39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |