Therapists in West Barnstable, MA

Are there days where you feel like your life is completely unmanageable? Sometimes it feels like if we could just change one thing, or start one thing, then we could finally start living the life we want. This could be a short term goal such as finally organizing your home or longer term goals such as developing self confidence, or starting a weight loss journey. If you can relate to feeling stuck and needing a push to move forward, Bel Lavi Coaching is here for you.

All people are innately good & have the ability to heal themselves. Stressors are ever present in our everyday lives & are manifested in multiple ways. While these stressors can be the genesis of our problems, they are also the catalyst to starting the healing process. With a focus on life transitions, relationship distresses, traumatic experiences & other psychological concerns, we will in our collaborative work improve resiliency, empower, & restore. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, & a sense of humor with a down-to-earth approach to counseling in treating the whole person.

Bottom line, I believe we are all here to learn all we can during our time here in the Earth school. I seek to serve couples, families and individuals addressing life adjustment issues including relationship conflict, developmental concerns, functional issues related to head or brain injury and efforts to increase self-actualization. I have been practicing as a licensed psychologist for more than thirty-five years; I have provided care and supervised services in mental health and psychiatric hospitals as well as correctional settings and hold specializations in forensic psychology and neuropsychology.

As women, we often do not prioritize self care. And what we think is "self care" might actually be "self soothing". My person-centered approach focuses on helping women to accept themselves–while also changing how they respond to stress. With a specialty in generalized anxiety disorder, I will support you in recognizing your triggers, practicing healthier coping skills, and feeling more empowered in your life.

All people are innately good and have the ability to heal themselves. Stressors are ever present in our everyday lives and are manifested through multiple ways. While these stressors can be the genesis of our problems, they are also the catalyst to starting the healing process. After making the decision to seek counseling and wellness care, the second most critical step is who will provide this care. At Westwind Counseling & Wellness we operate from a strong multicultural perspective providing time honored psychotherapy but with a focus on your whole health guided by the core values of Resiliency, Empowerment and Restoration.

I offer a non-judgmental approach to what brings you to seek out therapy. I have an approach to therapy that is grounded in a foundation that all behavior has meaning. Therapy is a collaborative process undertaken between you and a therapist, designed to empower you to accomplish mental health and wellness goals. I provide services to individuals. For counseling to be most effective, it is important that you take an active role in the process.

If you are wondering about meeting with a therapist, you likely have some areas of your life that you would like to explore with someone’s support. While this process can feel challenging, I am committed to working with you to achieve your identified goals. From managing the anxiety of daily stressors to dealing with a significant loss, transition and/or managing past traumas. Through a collaborative process we will identify the areas of your life causing increased stress or concern and create solutions to manage or resolve the issues until you feel our work together is complete.

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.

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.

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.

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.

My goal is to help you understand who you are; the skills and strengths you possess; and to build on them to improve the quality of your life. While we can't change situations of the past, we can work together to resolve those feelings and issues that continue to effect your present. Through therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will unearth behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful existence.

It has not been an easy step for you to come to counseling. It may take months, or even years, to get up the courage to call for an appointment. For many, coming to counseling can feel both frightening and yet a relief. I do not have a waiting list, and can get you in to see me fairly quickly. My unique style is to educate, motivate and inspire you, providing a solid foundation for a healthy life. I am a down to earth, "regular" person with a style that puts most people at ease. I also now offer hourly supervisory services to masters level students in a social work or mental health counseling programs.

It is my belief that taking that first step towards change can be the most challenging, yet the most important. We all deserve a safe place in which to heal and grow as we navigate through some of life's challenges and difficult times. I offer CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness practices and Trauma Informed Care.

As a licensed mental health counselor, Marie Doubleday offers therapeutic guidance and support services that combines a blend of psychotherapy and counseling styles as a means to allow individuals or couples to discover inner strength to overcome some of life's most difficult challenges. As individuals, or couples, actively participate in the journey of positive change, problem solving and healing takes place. Marie utilizes different therapeutic approaches to best meet client's individual needs to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rogerian, Addiction, DBT, Coaching, and Trauma Treatments. Marie has counseling experience of over sixteen years including private practice of seven years.

I am currently offering supervision for clinicians. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor my work has largely revolved around trauma recovery and I am very passionate about working with transitional age youth, families, and couples, as well as the LGBTQIA+ community. I have been working with adolescents, families, and adults for over 10 years in a multitude of settings. I have experience working with the foster care system, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ organizations as well as in high schools as a school-based counselor, integrated healthcare and as a clinical director and supervisor.

I have found at the core of most behavioral, emotional, and mental discomfort is pain associated with earlier trauma or loss. What I offer clients is a safe space to create a healing of the past for both the mind and the body so that we can be more alive in the present moment. I will foster a supportive and non-judgmental environment to encourage healthy development in learning to relate differently to one's emotions and parts of self while becoming aware of conditioning from childhood that no longer serves you and creates self sabotage. This process is to help with all levels of disconnectedness so that healing can take place.

“There is no standard normal. Normal is subjective. There are seven billion versions of normal on this planet.” (Matt Haig) I am a Registered nurse and psychotherapist that provides an empathic trauma-informed, gender affirming and anti-racist style to my relationship with my clients. We will work in a Brave Space, which encourages a trusting relationship and empowers you to become your authentic self. I am a meet you where you are at in your life’s journey psychotherapist. This is accomplished by providing an eclectic style of therapies that is non-judgmental and accepting to your personal needs.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a dedicated focus on the intersection between physical health and mental well-being, my approach to therapy is rooted in the understanding that the mind and body are intricately connected. Through a holistic lens, I strive to empower individuals to achieve optimal health by addressing the interplay between their emotional, mental, and physical states.