Therapists in Conway, MA

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving individuals and groups in Franklin County Massachusetts. I have 15 years experience training and practice in using action-based methods for engaging the mind, emotions, and the body. Effective for use with individuals and in a group setting, together we address issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, anger, suicidal ideation and self-harm impulses, social anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse, bullying, and issues related to emotional and physical abuse, abandonment and neglect. Supporting children, youth, adults and elders restoring creativity and spontaneity.

Many who have worked with me have said that I provide a warm, safe, and understanding healing presence. I believe it is a privilege to work with those who are willing to work at healing their emotional selves. I call myself a mind, body, spirit therapist as I believe it is important to explore all parts of the "self" in order to heal into wholeness. I team with the person I am working with to arrive at the best possible course of treatment for cognitive, emotional and spiritual imbalance. My specialties are: Addictions (dual-diagnosis); PTSD; Relationship Issues; Anxiety disorders; Bereavement; Spiritual Development.

It is strange and often hard to be a human being. I walk alongside my clients amidst life's chaos to demystify each client's unique inner world. I encourage clients to get curious about their symptoms rather than to judge or condemn them. I am passionate about couples work in particular, as this is my current specialty/focus. I earned my MA in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, CA, where I studied dream/imaginal work & unconscious processes. My work is primarily psychodynamic & depth-oriented - striving to uncover what has been forgotten, digging deep, & viewing all parts of self as valuable

Relationship issues, work/life stress, minor substance-related disturbances, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, anger management, and career counseling are a few issues I help resolve with my clients. Emotional disturbance (anxiety, depression, confusion, etc) manifests when you fail to confidently and honestly live your life with meaningful purpose and positive action. Low esteem, lack of confidence, little motivation, and chronic worry all negatively impact your relationship to self and others creating symptoms that can spiral downward. We will arrest potential spiral and redirect its energy upward toward wellness.

All of the time, I see insightful people struggle with unconscious patterns that keep them from being their best selves. If you are not sure why you feel conflicted, stuck, or why you engage in self-sabotaging behaviors, understanding how unconscious patterns operate can be the key to a happier life. Therapy can help people get clear about the changes they would like to see. I work with people to develop the courage and vision they need to create change.

Finding the right "fit" for therapy is one of the most important tasks for a client. Therapy that is grounded in a positive therapeutic relationship works. I strive to help build this type of relationship with clients.

“I don’t want to talk about it!” “You wouldn't understand!”...sound familiar? Sometimes your children don’t understand what may be happening either, and communicating that can feel impossible. As a Registered Play Therapist, I help children, teens, and adults ages 3-25 explore, understand, and gain confidence around who they are, how they feel, and what they think. I am a hearing therapist fluent in ASL and also specialize in working with deaf youth using play. Play therapy utilizes a variety of interventions, including playing with toys and miniatures or using more expressive art and movement.

Have you been feeling unmotivated, inadequate; experiencing difficulty focusing, and/or feeling self-conscious and depressed? If so, you may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD or other MH condition. As you may already know, these difficulties make it hard to function in your daily roles including work, family social and/or academic progress.

With life becoming increasingly demanding, it can feel like we are always battling on a new frontier. We do not, however, have to power through it alone! Whether it’s with relationships, family, jobs, college, new cultural environments or even ourselves, I aim to support my clients with recognizing and managing the emotional impact that life’s torrent of changes has on us all. My therapeutic approach is to create an accepting relationship so sessions can be a comfortable and judgment free zone.

With over 2 decades of experience, my practice falls into two main categories. The first is with children, adolescents, and adults who face challenges specifically around anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders, which are negatively impacting their functioning at home, school, and/or other activities/environments. The second is in adoption and non-parental event experiences. As an adoption therapist and domestic adoption program director, I have worked with all members of the adoption constellation dealing with pre and post adoption related issues, transracial adoption, late discovery adoptees, as well as NPE/MPE individuals.

My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.

Experienced in relational trauma, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and anxiety in youth and young adults, I also work extensively with parents battling a loss of identity, mood changes, and increased worry. I aim to shift focus and help parents celebrate their children, creating an opportunity for connection. Parents learn to acknowledge their past traumas and patterns to address inherited dynamics and identify successes they can reflect on. I assist in identifying what is working and building on strengths. The end goal is a renewed parental sense of identity and clarity and a more united and understanding family unit.

Asking for help can be daunting, even looking for help can show that you are ready for change. As a therapist I believe that a healthy therapeutic relationship is one of the biggest tools when searching for change. So let's do the heavy lifting together by using a client-centered approach and creating a safe space for you to be authentically yourself. Life has a series of changes that we don't often get a crash course in, let's make sure you are well supported during that change.

I help adults learn to stop sabotaging their happiness, by identifying negative patterns in relationships, behavior, and thinking. As a Holistically trained therapist, I offer a variety of therapeutic techniques. I believe individuals are experts on themselves and emphasize the importance of the individual choosing what approach seems most beneficial for them. I work with adults struggling with a variety of issues: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem issues, and more. I utilize techniques from CBT, DBT, Logotherapy, Relational, and PCT.

I am looking forward to working with clients who are self-aware or interested in learning how to be more open to building up their self-interest. I'm happy to help clients recognize their struggles and the importance of seeking support. I am seeking clients who are motivated to improve their lives and understand that therapy and a willingness to change can lead to growth and improvement in their mental health. With these foundations in place, we can develop clear goals centered around reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health issues.

Welcome to At Your Pace Counseling where we believe that Clients are in charge of the pace of their journey and our job as Clinician, is to journey alongside them. Deciding to come to counseling and choosing a Counselor are the first large steps on the path to change, recovery and healing and it’s my honor to be of service along the way.

AWC does currently have a waitlist, we are working hard to add new clinicians to be able to provide the support that's needed. Life can take us down unexpected paths, and the change that must occur can be difficult, especially to do alone. We believe that every person is unique and experiences the world in their own way and that every person has internal motivation to reach their full potential. We are here to help you navigate your journey in a safe and nurturing environment.

We have immediate availability at our practice, Verge Therapy, for telehealth or appointments before 2pm. Please reach out to get connected with a provider today. I am a Master’s-level clinician committed to helping adolescents and young adults foster greater awareness of the self and the mind. I have worked with young people of all ages as a school counselor and as a community based clinician. I have experience working with individuals who are living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, experiencing life transitions or relationship and family concerns, and those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

I am providing individual & family counseling and group therapy both online & in person. If you are experiencing OCD, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Relationship and Self Esteem difficulties, I am here to support you! I gained extensive clinical and teaching experiences while helping multicultural families and international college/grad students in the area. While motivating you to gain new tools and skill-sets you need to thrive, I create a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you are empowered and also challenged to increase self awareness to create positive changes in your lives.