Therapists in Sunapee, NH

Personal crisis recovery, whether due to divorce, child/family disruption, death of loved one(s) ; personal identity development, pastoral counseling and spiritual development. Interpersonal relationship concerns : man to woman, parent to child, parent about child, man to man, woman to woman. I will walk the woods with you until a clearing is gained. It's all about the journey. Certified training as a life/ career coach at UNH, the only university based coaching training in the country. Coaching inquiries are welcomed.

Do you find it difficult to enjoy life the way you used to? To savor every moment as it occurs? Or do you get caught up in past conversations and regrets, or conversely tomorrow's conversations and plans? Are you your own worst critic? Do you need to enjoy just letting go and savoring every minute?

I offer an interactive, skills building approach to assist clients with managing emotions, anxiety, impulsivity, low-energy, distractibility, anger, binging/purging, grief/loss, depression, parenting, interpersonal and relationship dynamics, achieving goals, and moving through a variety of life challenges. I can help you come to know and recognize your strengths moving you toward healing and building inner joy. I provide individual and couples therapy. I also work with parents and their child assisting to enhance their positive connection.

I offer couples guidance and tools to figure out what's not working in your relationship and how to stop your pain. I can help you discover untapped personal power you didn't even know you had, to change your experience of your relationship from helpless dissatisfaction to purposeful enjoyment. Can I wave a magic wand over your partner and transform him or her into the "perfect mate"? Of course not. but I can teach you how to develop and use your own personal strengths and resources in ways you've never imagined, to invite positive change from both of you.

I have been a practicing social worker for 40 years, and a clinician in the Seacoast area for over 28 years with 20 years in hospice. It's not just about death and dying, it's also about living...living the best possible life, and because everyone dies, every human issue can surface. What is on your mind today and what is getting in your way for living that best possible life?

**Availability may be limited** Most people experience challenges in life and painful moments that can seem difficult to understand and get through. However, I believe with the right supports, we are capable and worthy of healing and resiliency. I knew from an early age I was passionate about helping people find ways to recover from adversity and develop a stronger sense of self, meaning, and happiness. I firmly believe feeling comfortable and understood is essential to the outcome of therapy. I take a compassionate yet direct stance, and strive to act as a coach and active partner in helping individuals reach their goals.

I utilize evidence based practices that emphasize changing maladaptive ways of thinking and behaving as key factors in reducing stress, anxiety, depression and self-defeating behavior patterns. I am dually licensed as an Independent Clinical Social Worker and Masters Level Alcohol and other Drug Counselor. I am an approved Clinical Supervisor for individuals seeking licensure through the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health and the NH Board of Alcohol and other Drug Use Professionals for LADC/MLADC licensure.

I am an MLADC. And LCMHC. I specialize in substance abuse issues with co-occurring disorders disabilities. I am also a certified holistic life coach. I majored in Community Mental Health Counseling. Your well-being is of utmost concern to me. Please call for an intake and we can talk. I am available 7 days a week. I am doing mostly telehealth these days and I am Telehealth certified. I no longer run groups. Whether it's a substance use issue, or a behavioral issue, I can usually fit you in.