Attachment-based Therapists in Worcester, MA

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Perfect Harmony Relationship Solutions, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01602
Accepting new clients! Ashley Starzec, LMFT is the founder of Perfect Harmony Relationship Solutions, LLC. We are an attachment-focused psychotherapy practice that is dedicated to helping adult individuals and couples/relationships restore harmony and secure connection to their lives. We utilize relational, emotionally-focused, and attachment-based therapies to best support our clients with achieving harmony in mind, body, and spirit. We routinely treat issues such as poor communication, disconnection or dysfunction with partner or family members, infidelity and betrayal recovery, trust issues, blended family issues, and more.
Accepting new clients! Ashley Starzec, LMFT is the founder of Perfect Harmony Relationship Solutions, LLC. We are an attachment-focused psychotherapy practice that is dedicated to helping adult individuals and couples/relationships restore harmony and secure connection to their lives. We utilize relational, emotionally-focused, and attachment-based therapies to best support our clients with achieving harmony in mind, body, and spirit. We routinely treat issues such as poor communication, disconnection or dysfunction with partner or family members, infidelity and betrayal recovery, trust issues, blended family issues, and more.
(508) 921-7131 View (508) 921-7131
Enlightened Interventions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01608
Our practice offers clients a chance to collaborate to create a strength-based, client-centered, holistic treatment plan that will allow the client to achieve their goals through a wide variety of interventions. Our group practice has a variety of clinicians who have an extensive history working with a wide variety of presenting problems, including mood and adjustment disorders, trauma, and family and relational issues. We will work with you to find creative and plausible solutions to the problems you are facing. We believe wellness is achievable, manageable, and sustainable for all clients.
Our practice offers clients a chance to collaborate to create a strength-based, client-centered, holistic treatment plan that will allow the client to achieve their goals through a wide variety of interventions. Our group practice has a variety of clinicians who have an extensive history working with a wide variety of presenting problems, including mood and adjustment disorders, trauma, and family and relational issues. We will work with you to find creative and plausible solutions to the problems you are facing. We believe wellness is achievable, manageable, and sustainable for all clients.
(978) 404-7979 View (978) 404-7979
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Jeffrey White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605  (Online Only)
Jeffrey White is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience providing empathic listening and compassionate understanding to adults, couples, and families looking to increase their insight and understanding into how they function, and relate to themselves and others to improve their quality of life. Jeffrey utilizes a strength’s based, here and now approach, to address issues associated with depression, anxiety, PTSD, C-PTSD, relationship betrayal, stress management, self -esteem, co-dependency, life transition, anger management and grief/loss.
Jeffrey White is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience providing empathic listening and compassionate understanding to adults, couples, and families looking to increase their insight and understanding into how they function, and relate to themselves and others to improve their quality of life. Jeffrey utilizes a strength’s based, here and now approach, to address issues associated with depression, anxiety, PTSD, C-PTSD, relationship betrayal, stress management, self -esteem, co-dependency, life transition, anger management and grief/loss.
(508) 257-7304 View (508) 257-7304
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Justine Morgan Brown
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC-I, LAADC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01604  (Online Only)
Currently Accepting New Clients Addiction may be destroying your life, your family, and everything you have worked for. If you have sought help in the past, only to relapse again, you may feel helpless. Addiction is a serious problem that requires professional intervention. With a Master of Science degree in Addiction Therapy and over two decades in the field, I am uniquely prepared to offer you the help you need. When we work together, you will receive individually tailored treatment services that work with your circumstances and needs.
Currently Accepting New Clients Addiction may be destroying your life, your family, and everything you have worked for. If you have sought help in the past, only to relapse again, you may feel helpless. Addiction is a serious problem that requires professional intervention. With a Master of Science degree in Addiction Therapy and over two decades in the field, I am uniquely prepared to offer you the help you need. When we work together, you will receive individually tailored treatment services that work with your circumstances and needs.
(351) 200-8873 View (351) 200-8873
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Eve Stutsman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01602  (Online Only)
I am an LICSW working in Worcester, MA with over 10 years of experience in the teaching and social work fields. I use a collaborative, compassionate, proactive approach to help clients feel less alone and more confident and connected. My skills in using evidence-based practices, including CBT and a solutions-focused approach help clients build insight, make positive changes, strengthen relationships, and just generally feel happier. I'm especially passionate about working with adolescents and parents facing challenges related to trauma, mental health, and substance use.
I am an LICSW working in Worcester, MA with over 10 years of experience in the teaching and social work fields. I use a collaborative, compassionate, proactive approach to help clients feel less alone and more confident and connected. My skills in using evidence-based practices, including CBT and a solutions-focused approach help clients build insight, make positive changes, strengthen relationships, and just generally feel happier. I'm especially passionate about working with adolescents and parents facing challenges related to trauma, mental health, and substance use.
(508) 290-8114 View (508) 290-8114
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Sarah Wintman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RPT, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609
Waitlist for new 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.
“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.
(508) 374-9035 View (508) 374-9035
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Shana Simkin Shwachman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
My practice focuses on treating adolescents, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, depression, and family conflict. I provide a supportive environment where each client learns they do not have to navigate their challenges alone, while instilling confidence in them and their ability to face them head-on. I help individuals and families develop insight, understanding, and compassion for themselves and others. My goal is to equip my clients with skills to become more resilient and successful.
My practice focuses on treating adolescents, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, depression, and family conflict. I provide a supportive environment where each client learns they do not have to navigate their challenges alone, while instilling confidence in them and their ability to face them head-on. I help individuals and families develop insight, understanding, and compassion for themselves and others. My goal is to equip my clients with skills to become more resilient and successful.
(978) 344-6248 View (978) 344-6248
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Megan Yeo
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
Megan Yeo is a mental health professional in the process of becoming a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). She has 4 years of experience working with clients who are suffering from anxiety, depression, and trauma, As a therapist, she'll help you find the answers that are already within yourself.
Megan Yeo is a mental health professional in the process of becoming a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC). She has 4 years of experience working with clients who are suffering from anxiety, depression, and trauma, As a therapist, she'll help you find the answers that are already within yourself.
(508) 500-1639 View (508) 500-1639
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Christina Wertz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01602  (Online Only)
Sometimes on our life’s journey we encounter obstacles or situations that are difficult to handle on our own. A listening ear and alternative perspective can help find solutions, insights, and ways of coping that address these obstacles and lighten the load. People have the inner resources to make it through challenging situations and emotions, to grow, learn, thrive, and find happiness. I endeavor to support them as they build on their strengths and insights, and to provide helpful techniques.
Sometimes on our life’s journey we encounter obstacles or situations that are difficult to handle on our own. A listening ear and alternative perspective can help find solutions, insights, and ways of coping that address these obstacles and lighten the load. People have the inner resources to make it through challenging situations and emotions, to grow, learn, thrive, and find happiness. I endeavor to support them as they build on their strengths and insights, and to provide helpful techniques.
(508) 906-7345 View (508) 906-7345
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Paul Harris Sandman
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
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.
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.
(774) 768-0617 View (774) 768-0617
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Serenity Coaching and Counseling, LLC -
Counselor, LMHC, LICSW, LADAC, CADAC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
We are finally coming off a wait list! We have a high rate of success with a low turn over of clients. Spots will fill up fast - contact us today! We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.
We are finally coming off a wait list! We have a high rate of success with a low turn over of clients. Spots will fill up fast - contact us today! We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.
(508) 436-2608 View (508) 436-2608
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W Rachel Krenis
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01603  (Online Only)
Are you looking for culturally sensitive, creative therapy? I provide culturally sensitive support to individuals seeking virtual counseling for depression, anxiety, transitions, inner peace-finding, and life coaching and planning. I help my clients feel more comfortable within their own bodies and life. I specialize in women's issues, stress and relationship issues. I also support art therapy and helping clients create safe comfortable spaces for everyday living through home design planning. I also provide support to other mental health LMHC professionals who need supervision towards licensure.
Are you looking for culturally sensitive, creative therapy? I provide culturally sensitive support to individuals seeking virtual counseling for depression, anxiety, transitions, inner peace-finding, and life coaching and planning. I help my clients feel more comfortable within their own bodies and life. I specialize in women's issues, stress and relationship issues. I also support art therapy and helping clients create safe comfortable spaces for everyday living through home design planning. I also provide support to other mental health LMHC professionals who need supervision towards licensure.
(774) 479-4199 View (774) 479-4199
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Jaclyn Wallen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
People often seek out therapy because they feel stuck. Many reach a point where what has worked in the past isn't working anymore. It is truly my honor to walk alongside people who want to improve their life, be able to be more present for their loved ones and live more authentically.
People often seek out therapy because they feel stuck. Many reach a point where what has worked in the past isn't working anymore. It is truly my honor to walk alongside people who want to improve their life, be able to be more present for their loved ones and live more authentically.
(508) 205-8305 View (508) 205-8305
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Dr. Jennifer James
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609
Life can often times make us feel like a crab without a shell, being thrown around by the waves into the rocks of the jetty. For many of us, there was never a "before" period - rather, the struggle has been all one has known. Individuals born into dysfunctional family systems often find that vulnerabilities from childhood not only fail to leave us as we become adults, but often make frequent and unwelcome appearances in the form of insecurity, shame, misplaced guilt and difficulty in relationships, to name a few.
Life can often times make us feel like a crab without a shell, being thrown around by the waves into the rocks of the jetty. For many of us, there was never a "before" period - rather, the struggle has been all one has known. Individuals born into dysfunctional family systems often find that vulnerabilities from childhood not only fail to leave us as we become adults, but often make frequent and unwelcome appearances in the form of insecurity, shame, misplaced guilt and difficulty in relationships, to name a few.
(508) 456-9370 View (508) 456-9370
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Sarah Baillie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
Therapy is a special, intimate process through which individuals may heal, evolve, and flourish. Clients who work with me are eager to invest in their wellbeing, growth, and quality of life and relationships.
Therapy is a special, intimate process through which individuals may heal, evolve, and flourish. Clients who work with me are eager to invest in their wellbeing, growth, and quality of life and relationships.
(508) 715-8101 View (508) 715-8101
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Julie Orozco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01603
Sometimes, the bravery it takes to step into the life you want for yourself can be shaken by the allure of familiarity- old patterns of behavior and thinking can be both maddening and comforting simultaneously. When the desire to change begins to outweigh the comfort associated with the ways you've always done things, knowing how to show up in the world in new ways is daunting. Helping you decipher the functions of unhelpful behavior patterns, release what is no longer serving you, and enhance the areas of your life that align with your ideal self are core to the work we will do together.
Sometimes, the bravery it takes to step into the life you want for yourself can be shaken by the allure of familiarity- old patterns of behavior and thinking can be both maddening and comforting simultaneously. When the desire to change begins to outweigh the comfort associated with the ways you've always done things, knowing how to show up in the world in new ways is daunting. Helping you decipher the functions of unhelpful behavior patterns, release what is no longer serving you, and enhance the areas of your life that align with your ideal self are core to the work we will do together.
(774) 450-7377 View (774) 450-7377
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Blanca Alicia Calderon
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual (Español/English), bicultural, Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working in both private practice and community health centers with diverse client population and multi-stressed families. I am specialized in treating anxiety, depression and post traumatic stress symptoms in which I often use the newer techniques such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) where the resolution is sometimes rapid and symptoms no longer dominate your life.
I am a bilingual (Español/English), bicultural, Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working in both private practice and community health centers with diverse client population and multi-stressed families. I am specialized in treating anxiety, depression and post traumatic stress symptoms in which I often use the newer techniques such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) where the resolution is sometimes rapid and symptoms no longer dominate your life.
(774) 670-5719 View (774) 670-5719
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James J Butrym
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609
Specializing in individual & couples counseling (e.g. those struggling with infidelity, addiction, high levels of conflict, dissatisfaction, inability to communicate or "stage of life" changes). My clients are typically professionals, first responders (fire, police, EMT, hospital staff), couples, trauma survivors, those in addiction recovery & those struggling with grief and loss. For over three decades, I have worked effectively with individuals & families of all types and persuasions. I employ both evidence-based & observation-based practices but believe a therapist's life-long experience is always the best predictor of success.
Specializing in individual & couples counseling (e.g. those struggling with infidelity, addiction, high levels of conflict, dissatisfaction, inability to communicate or "stage of life" changes). My clients are typically professionals, first responders (fire, police, EMT, hospital staff), couples, trauma survivors, those in addiction recovery & those struggling with grief and loss. For over three decades, I have worked effectively with individuals & families of all types and persuasions. I employ both evidence-based & observation-based practices but believe a therapist's life-long experience is always the best predictor of success.
(978) 543-5616 View (978) 543-5616
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Carly Brownell
Counselor, CAGS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
I have several after-school appointments available
I have several after-school appointments available
(508) 474-7965 View (508) 474-7965
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Cathy A Boisvert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605  (Online Only)
I work best with people who have survived adverse childhood experiences, loss, abuse and trauma, and want to continue in their recovery from trauma. Learning about the nervous system and how it adapts/reacts to cues to alert us of potential danger which can assist in regaining control of ourselves and the capacity to tolerate overwhelming emotions and develop skills to cope and self regulate. I bring to the therapeutic alliance academic training and lived experience recovering from childhood trauma, sexual abuse, food addiction, substance use and cooccurring disorders such as PTSD and depression.
I work best with people who have survived adverse childhood experiences, loss, abuse and trauma, and want to continue in their recovery from trauma. Learning about the nervous system and how it adapts/reacts to cues to alert us of potential danger which can assist in regaining control of ourselves and the capacity to tolerate overwhelming emotions and develop skills to cope and self regulate. I bring to the therapeutic alliance academic training and lived experience recovering from childhood trauma, sexual abuse, food addiction, substance use and cooccurring disorders such as PTSD and depression.
(774) 633-2293 View (774) 633-2293
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.