Therapists in 02632

I specialize in work with young children and teens using play therapy as my primary modality. Children dealing with developmental challenges including behavior problems, trauma, foster care and adoption are also a focus. I have had a lot of success supporting parents through coaching and consultation as well as working with teachers and educators to encourage success for the client and for the client's family.

As a therapist, I understand the importance of providing individualized, holistic care to those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. My goal is to empower my clients to overcome these challenges and improve their overall well-being. To achieve this, I utilize a combination of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and an eclectic approach that takes into account each client's unique circumstances and needs. CBT is a highly effective therapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.

Welcome and thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years experience working with people struggling with a wide range of issues including, but not limited to social/emotional distress, developmental delays, learning disabilities, as well as issues related to chronic mental illness. Although I consider myself to be an eclectic, my primary therapeutic modalities are Client-Centered Therapy and CBT infused with the psycho-educational component of DBT focusing on Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness.

I've been a practicing LICSW, for 28 years specializing in Life Coaching, Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Hypnosis, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for stress-related conditions, such as Migraines, Anxiety, Hypertension,Chronic pain, Weight loss, Insomnia and Tinnitus. Most people are unaware of ways in which our bodies react to thoughts and emotions.Your response to stress compromises your health and interferes with reaching personal goals.There is no need to suffer. I can help you to stop using ineffective coping skills and begin learning successful skills to achieve your full potential in all aspects of your life: Family, career, finances, relationships, and health.

I will listen to your concerns, help you identify your goals, and recognize and utilize your strengths. While exploring new perspectives and healthy coping skills, we will work together to help alleviate stress, anxiety, and depressed mood that can accompany difficult times in your life.

I like to think of our treatment connection as a journey and that I am your guide. I help others to gain a better understanding of their situation and to embrace change as a necessary part of life. Life does require us to listen in order to make these changes. My role is to help you listen in a new and different way.

I have been in practice for the last 21 years. I see primarily adult individuals (that is persons 17 years or older). Trauma and PTSD represent the major focus of my practice. Trauma is a dysregulation of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Such dysregulation is represented by the diagnoses of PTSD, Acute Stress Disorder, Depression and Anxiety among other disorders.

I currently have a waitlist for after school or weekend appointments.

I am a solutions-focused therapist who stresses that therapy does not have to be grueling. Think of it as being on an adventure, it can be hard work but there can be fun and laughter along the way. I utilize an honest, open, skill building approach to therapy. For those wanting to gain a deeper understanding of self, I also enjoy offering the opportunity to explore a spiritual and psychoanalytical perspective. In addition to counseling, I provide life coaching services which offer in the moment solutions for those needing support problem solving and skill building in a specific area.