Therapists in Salem, MA
Elizabeth (Bizzy) Lucey-Lenahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT200, RPYT80
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, couples therapy, attachment-based approaches and embodied practices.
My practice, Rooted Life Therapy, is grounded in the belief that effective therapy is meant to help us bloom and thrive wherever our roots were planted. I work with both individuals and couples looking for growth and change in their lives. I have specific training and experience working with young adults in times of transition, identity formation, anxiety, grief & loss, depression, family planning, relational conflicts, and premarital preparation. I believe that therapy is meant to be a collaborative and empowering process of understanding one's self or relationship more deeply to create a life that is fulfilling and flourishes.
I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, couples therapy, attachment-based approaches and embodied practices.
My practice, Rooted Life Therapy, is grounded in the belief that effective therapy is meant to help us bloom and thrive wherever our roots were planted. I work with both individuals and couples looking for growth and change in their lives. I have specific training and experience working with young adults in times of transition, identity formation, anxiety, grief & loss, depression, family planning, relational conflicts, and premarital preparation. I believe that therapy is meant to be a collaborative and empowering process of understanding one's self or relationship more deeply to create a life that is fulfilling and flourishes.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to understand your own story. In therapy with me I prioritize our therapeutic alliance, while we work on your goals, as I understand how vulnerable and unique the therapy relationship is. I do this by using a warm and empathetic approach and honoring that trust gets built slowly over time. I also try to bring in humor when appropriate and further allow my clients to feel like an equal partner in their treatment. I know there is no one size fits all to therapy and I want to make sure you and your unique needs are at the forefront of our work together.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to understand your own story. In therapy with me I prioritize our therapeutic alliance, while we work on your goals, as I understand how vulnerable and unique the therapy relationship is. I do this by using a warm and empathetic approach and honoring that trust gets built slowly over time. I also try to bring in humor when appropriate and further allow my clients to feel like an equal partner in their treatment. I know there is no one size fits all to therapy and I want to make sure you and your unique needs are at the forefront of our work together.
Brenda Kissane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
Brenda Kissane is a Clinical Social Worker who believes that the mind, body, and spirit are naturally inclined to healing if given the right space and support. Brenda studied social work at the University of Chicago and believes that social justice is a fundamental part of being a social worker. Brenda is trained in and incorporates DBT, somatic counseling, mindfulness, emotionally focused therapy, and narrative therapy into her work with individuals and couples.
Brenda Kissane is a Clinical Social Worker who believes that the mind, body, and spirit are naturally inclined to healing if given the right space and support. Brenda studied social work at the University of Chicago and believes that social justice is a fundamental part of being a social worker. Brenda is trained in and incorporates DBT, somatic counseling, mindfulness, emotionally focused therapy, and narrative therapy into her work with individuals and couples.
Emily Kulkarni
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, MS
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are struggling with sadness, anger, worry, or feeling alone and overwhelmed, reaching out for help is courageous. I create a nonjudgmental space that is warm, genuine, and collaborative to help you find relief and feel seen. Through compassion and a sense of humor, clients have shared that they feel they could authentically be themselves with me. Together, we'll use various evidence-based techniques to help you explore, heal, and make changes in your life that are important to you.
Whether you are struggling with sadness, anger, worry, or feeling alone and overwhelmed, reaching out for help is courageous. I create a nonjudgmental space that is warm, genuine, and collaborative to help you find relief and feel seen. Through compassion and a sense of humor, clients have shared that they feel they could authentically be themselves with me. Together, we'll use various evidence-based techniques to help you explore, heal, and make changes in your life that are important to you.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and existential issues. I love working with adults and couples on finding solutions and mindful ways out of oppressive painful patterns, toward freer, fuller, and more authentic ways of being. My approach to therapy is person-centered, systemic, and humanistic. I am always excited to meet new people, learn about their lives, and help them move toward their goals. I also have an alternate life as a professor and social theorist
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and existential issues. I love working with adults and couples on finding solutions and mindful ways out of oppressive painful patterns, toward freer, fuller, and more authentic ways of being. My approach to therapy is person-centered, systemic, and humanistic. I am always excited to meet new people, learn about their lives, and help them move toward their goals. I also have an alternate life as a professor and social theorist
Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.
Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.
It can take tremendous courage and vulnerability to ask for help. If you're reading this, we'd like to take a moment to honor your strength in taking this first step in pursuing something better for yourself or your family. We promise: you're worth it!
It can take tremendous courage and vulnerability to ask for help. If you're reading this, we'd like to take a moment to honor your strength in taking this first step in pursuing something better for yourself or your family. We promise: you're worth it!
My goal is to expand the notion of what some may think therapy to be. I don’t have a cure or magic wand to change you, but I have the knowledge, expertise, and experience to help you grow on your life journey. This can be accomplished by reviewing the intersectionality of your circumstances and utilizing therapeutic methods such as person-centered, multicultural, mindfulness-based, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, expressive art, emotional, compassion-focused, strengths-based, interpersonal, cognitive processing, and solution-focused. I acknowledge the systemic disparities and am strongly committed to providing culturally
My goal is to expand the notion of what some may think therapy to be. I don’t have a cure or magic wand to change you, but I have the knowledge, expertise, and experience to help you grow on your life journey. This can be accomplished by reviewing the intersectionality of your circumstances and utilizing therapeutic methods such as person-centered, multicultural, mindfulness-based, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, expressive art, emotional, compassion-focused, strengths-based, interpersonal, cognitive processing, and solution-focused. I acknowledge the systemic disparities and am strongly committed to providing culturally
Danielle Van Alst
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
Danielle is a Pre-Licensed Psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Second Master’s in Gerontology, Danielle is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and families. In addition to treating mood disorders and anxiety disorders, Danielle has received specialized training in various areas including eating disorders, body image challenges, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, women’s issues, challenges around aging, chronic illness, chronic pain, disability, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
Danielle is a Pre-Licensed Psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Second Master’s in Gerontology, Danielle is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and families. In addition to treating mood disorders and anxiety disorders, Danielle has received specialized training in various areas including eating disorders, body image challenges, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, women’s issues, challenges around aging, chronic illness, chronic pain, disability, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
Emily S Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Waitlist for new clients
The therapeutic relationship can be transformative in the process of growth and healing, and taking that first step demonstrates courageousness and vulnerability. I have a passion for joining individuals on this journey and helping them move towards a fuller life of understanding, joy, and value. I have over 10 years experience with youth, adults, and families in a variety of settings. I have worked with clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also have a special interest in the areas of pregnancy/postpartum, family dynamics, navigating relationships, life transitions, and issues around identity.
The therapeutic relationship can be transformative in the process of growth and healing, and taking that first step demonstrates courageousness and vulnerability. I have a passion for joining individuals on this journey and helping them move towards a fuller life of understanding, joy, and value. I have over 10 years experience with youth, adults, and families in a variety of settings. I have worked with clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also have a special interest in the areas of pregnancy/postpartum, family dynamics, navigating relationships, life transitions, and issues around identity.
Matthew Sidler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970 (Online Only)
Is shame or fear of vulnerability getting in the way of connection or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to be on the same page emotionally or sexually? Despite being hardwired for connection, self-doubt, anxiety, depression, and other everyday obstacles tend to get in the way. Struggles related to sexual desire, performance, or physical functioning are so often burdened by shame or embarrassment. As a sex and relationship therapist, I work with clients to develop greater comfort around these topics. While my practice is inclusive of all people, I aim to provide a safe space for LGBTQIA+ clients.
Is shame or fear of vulnerability getting in the way of connection or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to be on the same page emotionally or sexually? Despite being hardwired for connection, self-doubt, anxiety, depression, and other everyday obstacles tend to get in the way. Struggles related to sexual desire, performance, or physical functioning are so often burdened by shame or embarrassment. As a sex and relationship therapist, I work with clients to develop greater comfort around these topics. While my practice is inclusive of all people, I aim to provide a safe space for LGBTQIA+ clients.
Life can be painful. Life can be beautiful. Life can be a million in-between things. I like to meet clients where they are at to collaborate on ways to effectively manage and handle all that life brings.
Life can be painful. Life can be beautiful. Life can be a million in-between things. I like to meet clients where they are at to collaborate on ways to effectively manage and handle all that life brings.
I foster a supportive non-judgmental atmosphere where clients can feel they are heard. While I practice a CBT, talk therapy approach, I also pull from a variety of modalities based on your therapeutic goals. I specialize in teens and adults who are working through symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma or stress related life events.
I foster a supportive non-judgmental atmosphere where clients can feel they are heard. While I practice a CBT, talk therapy approach, I also pull from a variety of modalities based on your therapeutic goals. I specialize in teens and adults who are working through symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma or stress related life events.
Maryellen Collamore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Not accepting new clients
I offer virtal sessions for clients located in MA, NC, and CA. I work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and adjustment to life transitions. I also have specialized training in helping individuals dealing with cancer, chronic illness, and prenatal/postpartum issues. I want to offer a safe environment where we can build trust & relationship, highlight and expand strengths you already have, and enhance self-awareness and coping skills. Deciding to seek therapy is a big step in the process to healing, and I hope to accompany you along the journey.
I offer virtal sessions for clients located in MA, NC, and CA. I work with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and adjustment to life transitions. I also have specialized training in helping individuals dealing with cancer, chronic illness, and prenatal/postpartum issues. I want to offer a safe environment where we can build trust & relationship, highlight and expand strengths you already have, and enhance self-awareness and coping skills. Deciding to seek therapy is a big step in the process to healing, and I hope to accompany you along the journey.
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Sarah Rumeau
Counselor, LMHC, MFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly, MA 01915 (Online Only)
If you have come here to find a counselor, please know I consider it an honor and privilege to hear your story. As a licensed mental health counselor, I bring experience with college age, adult and senior populations in order to provide a supportive, encouraging and safe confidential space. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, relationship conflict, grief, infertility, separation/divorce, codependency, boundaries work, life transitions, career development, work-place challenges, sport-related issues, obsessive thoughts, unwanted ruminating thoughts, peer relationships, spirituality and more.
If you have come here to find a counselor, please know I consider it an honor and privilege to hear your story. As a licensed mental health counselor, I bring experience with college age, adult and senior populations in order to provide a supportive, encouraging and safe confidential space. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, relationship conflict, grief, infertility, separation/divorce, codependency, boundaries work, life transitions, career development, work-place challenges, sport-related issues, obsessive thoughts, unwanted ruminating thoughts, peer relationships, spirituality and more.
Nicholas Esposito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Many clients I've seen have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have also provided support to loved ones as well. I like to provide a safe & nurturing space for you to explore your past and help develop your future. I use a strength's based and developmental approach to understand your needs and skills. I hope to be a space in your week for you to recharge, analyze yourself, and continue positive coping skills. I have over a decade's worth experience working with adolescents, students, and adults.
Many clients I've seen have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ issues. I have also provided support to loved ones as well. I like to provide a safe & nurturing space for you to explore your past and help develop your future. I use a strength's based and developmental approach to understand your needs and skills. I hope to be a space in your week for you to recharge, analyze yourself, and continue positive coping skills. I have over a decade's worth experience working with adolescents, students, and adults.
Devlin Jackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beverly, MA 01915
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my practice! I'm Dr. Devlin Jackson, a compassionate and dedicated clinical psychologist with a focus on supporting individuals of all ages through life's challenges. With a deep understanding of human behavior and emotions, I specialize in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and learning differences, such as attention deficit disorder.
Welcome to my practice! I'm Dr. Devlin Jackson, a compassionate and dedicated clinical psychologist with a focus on supporting individuals of all ages through life's challenges. With a deep understanding of human behavior and emotions, I specialize in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and learning differences, such as attention deficit disorder.
Lauran DiCarlo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping individuals who are striving to reach their full potential but feel stuck. With a focus on empowering you to break through barriers, I work with young adults, adults, and couples who are ready to invest in themselves and achieve their goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or navigating significant life transitions, I provide a supportive and empathetic environment to facilitate growth and healing.
I am passionate about helping individuals who are striving to reach their full potential but feel stuck. With a focus on empowering you to break through barriers, I work with young adults, adults, and couples who are ready to invest in themselves and achieve their goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or navigating significant life transitions, I provide a supportive and empathetic environment to facilitate growth and healing.
Telehealth Only - Licensed in MA, NH, and VT. I am passionate about helping people overcome and grow from life's difficulties. I work with young adults and women to discover their strength and resiliency. I am committed to bringing authenticity and compassion to each moment through mindfulness and empathy. I offer a nonjudgmental flexible approach that will not rush you in the process of growth. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with concrete solutions and coping strategies, equipping my clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.
Telehealth Only - Licensed in MA, NH, and VT. I am passionate about helping people overcome and grow from life's difficulties. I work with young adults and women to discover their strength and resiliency. I am committed to bringing authenticity and compassion to each moment through mindfulness and empathy. I offer a nonjudgmental flexible approach that will not rush you in the process of growth. My therapeutic approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with concrete solutions and coping strategies, equipping my clients with practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.
I believe we're all naturally inclined toward growth and success—each with our own strengths, desires, and goals that would lead us in the direction of contentment and happiness under optimal conditions. But we don’t live in a perfect world, and in an effort to adapt, we sometimes develop strategies that make sense in the short term, but aren't, in a lasting way, effective in moving us forward. We get stuck, leading to anxiety, frustration, and conflict, which leads in turn to us feeling bad about ourselves and our relationships.
I believe we're all naturally inclined toward growth and success—each with our own strengths, desires, and goals that would lead us in the direction of contentment and happiness under optimal conditions. But we don’t live in a perfect world, and in an effort to adapt, we sometimes develop strategies that make sense in the short term, but aren't, in a lasting way, effective in moving us forward. We get stuck, leading to anxiety, frustration, and conflict, which leads in turn to us feeling bad about ourselves and our relationships.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.