Therapists in Hanover, MA

Do you feel depressed, hopeless, or anxious most of the time? Are you feeling overwhelmed with simple tasks in life? Are you wondering if you have what it takes to tackle life transitions? Do you need guidance in deciding what path you should take? Have you experienced suicidal ideation? You are not alone. At some time in our lives, we face difficult situations that seem to be impossible to overcome. True transformational healing occurs holistically through physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual balance. There’s not a one size fits all technique

HI-My name is Basile Bazina. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor with a vast experiencing in working with a diverse population of all ages, races, gender and sexual orientation. I am glad that your are reading my profile. If you are looking for an open minded and compassionate listener, I am that person. I am a strength based clinician. Despite the challenges you may be experiencing, I believe in your abilities to make your situation better. If you choose to work with me, we will form a partnership so together, we can achieve your desired goals.

Are you tired of seeing a clinician and still thinking, acting, and feeling the same way? If yes, a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is what is needed. At INWARDBOUNDPSYCH, LLC our focus is on the timely and accurate assessment and diagnosis of psychiatric, behavioral, neurodevelopmental, neuropsychological, and neurodegenerative disorders to facilitate the most efficacious treatment interventions and services. We provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations in a timely and efficient manner and ensure the highest of standards. We also provide Cognitive-Behavioral psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan. Diagnostic clarification, which facilitates accurate psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic treatment, is the primary focus and mission of our practice.

People enter therapy for a variety of reasons. Therapy can help relieve symptoms, which are interfering with your life, health, happiness and relationships. Therapy can focus on resolving difficulties in the here and now, with reasonable objectives and attainable goals. My style is open, candid, and profoundly non-judgmental.

I have been working with families and couples in various configurations and locations since 1972. In addition to being a Licensed Family Therapist, I am also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. I have taught courses in Ethics, Substance Abuse, Sexuality, and other subjects in the Graduate School Of Counseling at UMass/Boston. Primarily, my work is about family and couple relationships. In 2012, I was awarded the Schiller Prize for my work with fathers, daughters, and sexuality by AASECT. I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and train therapists.

When you improve your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, you are “on the path” to a happier, healthier life. I’d like to help you along that path. Together, we can explore a range of approaches: whatever works. But - so you know where I’m coming from - in the end, it’s always about relationships. I’d like to meet you.

Are you experiencing problems with drugs or alcohol? Are you caught up in a cycle of other addictive behaviors such as the Internet or gambling? I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: it takes effort to stop addictive behaviors, and to address the underlying emotional or trauma issues that compel you to relapse over and over again. There’s no magic wand, no Abracadabra. Now the good news. The cycle doesn’t have to be endless, and recovery is possible! I do individual, couples and family counseling.

What often compels people to seek therapy is some form of felt loss. It could be as transparent as an unsatisfying relationship or as subtle as lowered self-esteem. It could be a sense that something is missing and an uncertainty as to what that may be. One of the most important relationships in life is the one we foster with ourselves. And frequently, it is the one most ignored. I strive to help people see and understand themselves more clearly as I believe self awareness is an indispensable bridge to healthy change.

I use a blend of Therapy+Coaching with a clinical style leaning heavily toward Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. My practice with Riser+Tread centers around working with youth/male clients, and empowering them to "step up and move forward" using tools and strategies in-session and between sessions that maximize progress and momentum, while helping clients reach their full potential. Our work focuses on building confidence and social skills, reducing anxiety or depression if present, and managing ADHD.

The approach I take is a psychodynamic conversation with the individual(s) about what struggles and conflicts are present in their life. The goal of therapy is to identify the patterns of thinking and feeling, (positive and negative) that a person is using to manage the relationships in their life and to discover ways of adjusting those patterns to create a more positive experience of oneself and others. Therapist and client work together to understand and modify habits of thinking, feeling and behaving that create a stronger sense of self and happiness.

My focus is to help clients address and manage life's challenges and my therapy style is interactive, respectful, and responsive. I work with individuals to develop better coping skills, insight, and improved interpersonal communication, leading to increased emotional health and happiness. I provide a safe supportive environment in which to explore your concerns and help you use your strengths to make positive life changes. I tailor my approach to my clients' needs and have seen my clients with a wide array of challenges make tremendous growth in all areas of life.

I believe therapy is best treated with positive support and with a strong professional relationship. Therapy should consist of empathy and sensitivity for your needs and goals. I approach all of my clients in a strength based supportive modality. You will find me to be a passionate, motivated and educated therapist that will help to reach your goals.

As a therapist, my aim is to foster a secure, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals and families can delve into the challenges that are faced. Together we will strive to remove barriers, earn trust, and make you feel welcome. We will work together to examine the relationship between your thoughts, feelings and behaviors while identifying ways to improve coping skills, restore confidence, and make positive changes. With experience spanning community mental health centers, schools, homes, and remote settings, I employ a person-centered, psychodynamic therapeutic approach.

Ideal clients will be middle school and high school aged youths struggling with school adjustment, life circumstances, societal pressures, and those looking for support in other aspects of their lives. Such clients are hopefully open to developing rapport and engaging in mind shifts to improve negative thinking and focus on accomplishing goals to improve self esteem, confidence, and symptom management.

Have you found yourself spiraling lately in anxieties, doubts, &/or regret?: "I'm worried that things won't work out," "I feel overwhelmed," "Why do I sometimes avoid doing things that I know are good & healthy for me?" "I can't seem to find the motivation to do much of anything these days," "I'm tired," "There must be something wrong with me," "Will I ever be able to change & improve my situation?" "Can talking to a professional actually help?" Feeling stuck in these loops of anxieties & doubts can often feel exhausting, discouraging, & isolating.

Currently accepting weekend and evening clients. If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. My passion is helping individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have multiple years of professional and private practice experience helping teens, middle aged, senior adults, and couples navigate emotional difficulties and traumatic periods of their lives.

Are you looking for a change to increase your happiness? Whether it’s something specific— mental health, substance abuse, interactions with a particular person, a way in which you cope with stress, or feelings toward some life event. Or is it a larger transformation, looking to increase your self-awareness, or to achieve more truth and meaning in your relationships or career? Whatever your reason, finding the appropriate support is the most important step in your journey.

I provide Mental Health and Emotional Support Services to males. My identified clients are primarily Males, but I am willing to work with all other persons that are important and meaningful in this person's life. My work is to support males' emotional growth, mental stability, and personal development. My goal is to uplift boys, adolescent males, and men. Help these males to explore their humanities and abilities to be HEALTHY BOYS, HEALTHY MEN, HEALTHY PARTNERS, HEALTHY HUSBANDS, HEALTHY FATHERS, to be happy, successful human beings, and to help in Creating HEALTHY families and HEALTHY communities.

My goal is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment in which we can work together to explore the many life challenges that are overwhelming you. I customize my therapeutic approach and practices to best serve your individual needs. This may include individual therapy, parenting sessions, family/group meetings, or a combination of multiple modalities. I recognize that we each possess unique strengths and obstacles that we want to overcome. I will work collaboratively with you to build off of those strengths and experiences to develop goals that matter to you and solutions that fit who you are.