Therapists in South Orleans, MA

I specialize in treating women who present with mental health challenges related to self-esteem, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, health, and wellness. My goal for those I work with is to empower and guide them through whatever transition or obstacle they are facing. I have had the privilege of providing therapeutic services for over 25 years to varying populations and in my experience I have found that treatment is most successful when there is a positive fit between the therapist and client.

If your struggling with self, others or maladaptive behaviors I can assist in developing a personalized treatment plan and goals. Utilizing various trainings, beliefs and tested modalities, together we can move towards the life you want, accept the situations that we may not be able to change and weave an eclectic, psychoeducational approach designed to provide tools and develop skills to address many of your stated concerns. Using supportive language, a belief that change is possible and the inherent power of the human spirit, I will walk with you though the changes you seek.

Welcome. I work primarily with women of all ages, throughout the lifespan, helping them to be their best selves, finding strengths and answers to create the life they desire. My style is interactive and eclectic, meaning my tool box is deep to allow various approaches to meet you where you are. The client sets the pace and timeframe. Sometimes we work together a short time, other times for longer periods. I have many clients who return for short "tune ups" as life challenges arise.

My practice stems from a warm, kind, empathetic approach. I practice with a strength based perspective with individual attunement and collaboration, starting where the client is. I work with adolescence, adults and families. My experience in the field is extensive, working at Gosnold with clients in recovery, with families in Crisis at MSPCC, with students as a High School Social Worker, and with adults who are experiencing life challenges. I am very proud of the work I do and am honored to share in the experiences and stories of others.

I have enjoyed my private practice for over 50 years - full-time since 1979. Although I consider myself a generalist, I have concentrated working with individuals, couples, families, adult children of alcoholics, substance abuse, codependence, grieving, gay and lesbian, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence. As a member of the Association of Christian Counselors, I serve Christian clients. I accept most health insurances.

Currently Full I am a caring, dedicated professional with many years of experience in working with individuals, families, and groups. I have worked with individuals from early childhood to older adults to provide guidance regarding many different diagnoses, life events, and family stressors. Personal and professional experiences allow me to work with people in a genuine, judgment and pressure free manner that makes people feel very comfortable. Others have described me as compassionate, thoughtful, and with an appropriate, fun sense of humor. I have been told that I am easy to talk to and am very understanding.

Danielle offers counseling for individuals who are looking for support in navigating difficult relationships, rebuilding self-confidence, and accepting their unique role in the world. She often works with those who have experienced bullying, traumatic events, self-harm, codependency in relationships, and postpartum anxiety/depression. Throughout her career, she has developed a strong understanding of what it takes to re-establish healthy attachments to loved ones & previously offered support/education to families through parenting programs.

We are accepting New Patients. We provide comprehensive integrated group and individual counseling services for individuals seeking treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health Counseling.

New Directions Counseling Center provides a welcoming, comfortable, confidential atmosphere. Our team consists of 8 therapists with various specialties and many years of collective experience. We offer traditional and Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Issues addressed include: depression, anxiety, stress management, elder issues, loss and grief, addiction (including substance, exercise, and computer) relapse prevention, codependency, ACOA, parenting issues, child growth and development, pregnancy loss, infertility, postpartum depression, trauma, loss of vision, men's issues, job loss and more.

I enjoy working with all ages, and bring a calming presence to the issues brought by children and their parents, as well as to the problems and concerns of adults. I specialize in working with people in their relationships. I an eager to work with couples, and also work with individuals on relationship issues. With adults, particularly men, I facilitate addressing the many barriers that undermine healthy relationships such as unmanaged anger, domestic violence and controlling behavior, substance abuse, and codependency. I encourage and help all my clients to utilize effective stress management strategies, including mindfulness meditation.

Breaking free from emotional and psychological wounds can be harder to heal than physical wounds! Predators come in many forms...some are covert, sneaky and manipulative, while others are bold, in your face and irrefutable! My trauma-informed care & psychoed approach will support you in understanding and processing your trauma and struggles. This, while educating and coaching you on selfcare, selflove and self compassion, as you heal. I'll help you command the boundary boss living within, to emerge. Life gets stressful -I get it! Need help in striking that delicate balance in a world of uncertainties! You're in the right place.

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.

I specialize in addiction treatment and trauma, and treat Individuals, Couples, and Families. My clients struggle in relationships to create boundaries for healthy partnerships, and I treat their symptoms of anxiety, depression, and codependency. Post-traumatic stress disorder is an issue for many of my clients, and I specialize in processing trauma in a safe environment, having earned a Certificate in Trauma from JRI’s Trauma Center in Boston. I am trained in all areas of addiction treatment and can offer medication management by a prescribing nurse.

I provide support to adolescents, young adults and adults who may struggle with substance use, codependency concerns or allies of those who struggle with substance use. Those who eventually make their way to see me are usually experiencing a difficult time within their life, which will be met within a judgment free zone with compassion and best clinical practices.

I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.

Daphne (ella/she) is passionate about community and is committed to decolonization. She speaks both English and Spanish. She comes from Borinken (Puerto Rico) born and raised. Her decolonization work is deeply tied to her identity as a Boricua. Her awareness of the island’s continued colonization at the hands of the US informs how she relates to her work as a therapist, as her goal is to help support, uplift, and work alongside Black and brown women in the mental health field. She’s worked in the mental health field for almost a decade and recently obtained her Masters in Social Work from Boston College.

Immediate openings, book an appointment 24/7. Your house and children are a disaster. There are constant arguments between you and your partner. Your world is chaotic and uncertain. You are rendered clueless between the temper tantrums from your children and the negative behaviors. You thought you and your partner were supposed to be a team, but communication between the two of you has broken down. You say, “No,” but your partner says, “Yes” and the children get the spoils. The happy dynamic you used to have with your partner and your children has turned to ruin. “What is happening to our family?” you ask yourself in bewilderment.

I am interested in sex-positive and inclusive sex-education, overdose awareness and prevention, supporting survivors of IPV/trafficking, immigration rights, and the advocacy for person-centered terminology and equal treatment access for substance use and mental health. I have experience working with adults with co-occurring substance use diagnoses and utilizes a relational, trauma-informed, mind-body approach with an emphasis on increasing self-motivation and self-esteem collaboratively with clients.

I have a client-centered treatment approach for all clients. My goal is to provide a warm and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. I specialize in treating Addiction, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Self Esteem Issues and Depression. Everybody has a time in their lives when they need additional support. I understand asking for help is a very difficult. However, making the decision that you will not live in emotional pain for another day is the best decision you can make for yourself. I can help you learning the skills you need to free yourself from this pain.