Therapists in Massachusetts

Accepting only weekday/daytime/telehealth clients at this time. Please contact me if you would like to be placed on an in-person waitlist. YOU deserve happiness and sometimes life events interfere with that pursuit. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience working in several child and adolescent residential treatment facilities, emergency services, community hospitals and Hospice agencies. A holistic, non-judgmental and strengths-based approach will be used to support you through your presenting concerns and the pursuit of the happiness that you deserve.

My treatment approach is integrative and personalized to my clients’ needs, focused on building a foundation of trust. I work with clients to identify underlying roots of problems and elicit existing and new strengths and resources. I prefer a holistic approach to treatment which, while based in a psychodynamic framework, draws from my specialized training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, attachment based, trauma-informed and mindfulness modalities. I work with adults ranging from young adulthood through end of life, using a culturally-sensitive approach.

Are there times when you feel anxious, sad, or uncertain? Do you have difficulty coping with your stressors and find that you often push or run away from unwanted thoughts and feelings? You have taken the brave first step to search for a clinician who may fit your needs. Clients who come to me can expect a trusting, compassionate, respectful therapeutic environment that fosters creating positive solutions. We will work together to address your unique needs and challenges in a non-judgmental, safe environment.

Hi and thanks for visiting my profile. It's a huge step to reach out to a therapist for help. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially since most of us are doing so during a time of stress or crisis. Whether you are coping with loss, depression, anxiety, trauma or adjusting to changes in health, school or career, I can help. I can help you develop a plan to implement positive changes for the quality of life you deserve.

What is your preferred future? Have you allowed yourself to consider your best hopes and believe that your life can be different? Therapy is an opportunity for you to create and realize your preferred future. There is no one size fits all approach as all individuals have their own specific wants, needs, strengths and barriers. I strive to ensure focus on YOUR specific wants and needs and instill confidence in your capacity to meet them.

My approach is curious, warm, collaborative, and pragmatic. I provide feedback to facilitate looking at problems from varied perspectives. I help clients feel safe while also challenging them to engage in new behavior. My approach utilizes mindfulness based, cognitive behavioral therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have practiced psychotherapy since 2005. In my work I provide treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship issues, grief, parenting stress, and career change.

I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.

Therapy is a wonderful opportunity for personal growth, self-discovery, and positive change. It can be scary to ask for help, but with a therapist who is the right fit, real improvements can be achieved. I work from a trauma-informed approach, and believe that looking at both our past and our present circumstances can provide a lot of insight into times we're feeling stuck. Utilizing warmth, empathy, humor, and tangible practices to affect change, I look forward to each session with each client to assist them on their journey to self-discovery.

ACCEPTING clients. TELEMEDICINE ONLY; Days vary. 21+ only. Short-term therapy (6-18 mos generally). Offering traditional counseling (insurance & private pay) & spiritual guidance (private pay). Therapy provided through HIPAA-secure portal online (VSee) or phone (if insurance allows audio-only). All sessions conducted virtually (distance). Admitting paperwork is mailed & must be received prior to scheduling intake (2-wk average on admit). Deadlines apply. Send e-mail for specific office details to gauge if this part-time practice may be a match for your situation. Visit www.moonhollowsalem.com/energywork for spiritual guidance info.

Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.

I offer nonjudgemental, client-centered practice and have experience working with adults struggling with a variety of complex challenges including: anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use disorder, co-occuring disorders, stress, legal issues, chronic illness, and interpersonal conflict. My goal is to join with you the client, in a whole-person and solutions-focused framework to address short and long term goals. I enjoy meeting people "where they are at" with a warm therapeutic style that encourages curiosity in a safe, but brave space. My style allows for client to lead, with my clinical lens to challenge, and support new ideas.

I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.

You feel anxious and it’s hard to shut your brain off. People tell you to relax, but it’s not that easy. Your life is going well, but there’s always a new worry on the horizon. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but it’s hard to sit back and enjoy it. Your standards for yourself feel too high. You tend to doubt yourself and your abilities and look to other people to reassure you. You invest a lot of time and energy into how other people feel, but end up in one-sided relationships. It’s hard to take up space, feel confident, and speak your truth. I can help anxious overachievers rest, relax, and find balance in their lives.

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.

Being a therapist is a true privilege. In the relaxed and safe atmosphere of my office , clients feel free to explore their deepest feelings, dreams, and real lifechallenges. Together, in a spirit of honesty,we laugh,we cry and we problem solve. Most of us want things to change, but we often don't want to change anything. To choose trust not fear, we must first explore the past, not to linger there, but to explain some of our personal choices and current challenges with relationship. With the strength of new awareness and insight, clients move forward in a most positive way.

**Currently Accepting Clients!** In the current environment, it is more important than ever to prioritize your mental and emotional well-being. Regardless of the challenges you are facing in your life, positive change is possible. Using curiosity and compassion to create a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space, I assist my clients in gaining insight into the underlying issues that are causing their current symptoms. I help my clients identify personal strengths and resources that can help facilitate the change they desire.

Individuals who seek help are incredibly courageous, and I am grateful to be a small piece of their journey along the way. My approach uses various modalities that are both, structured, and unstructured, depending on the needs of those I'm serving. Everyone deserves to have an opportunity to feel relief, joy, grounding, and security. This looks different for all, and I'm happy to adapt as needed while supporting in reaching the ultimate goals outlined. I offer the most experience with individuals who have experienced trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, relationship issues, ADHD, and addiction.

Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.

About Louisa Gould, LICSW: People seem to find me when they are supposed to in life. Clients who come to see me, often feel as though they need support with something in life. Mainly I find that most of us experience some sort of interruption in our lives. These interruptions can be addictions, losses, toxic relationships, difficult decisions, traumatic situations or can take many other shapes and forms throughout life. It is my belief that it is through these interruptions, that people often seek counseling and support. No one should have to travel through life alone.