Therapists in New Hampshire

Rick is a Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor and Trauma-informed Clinician who takes an authentic approach with his clients. He is licensed in Indiana and Illinois and is currently accepting virtual clients. Rick is a yoga instructor and a veteran with years of trauma and addiction management experience. He is trained in ACT, DBT, EMDR, TF-CBT, IFS, and Mindfulness. Rick has also completed Dr. Karyl McBride's WIEBGE therapist training and can be found on the WIEBGE therapist registry. this is geared for adult children of narcissistic parents.

I have been working in the field of mental health since 1987. I moved to VT in 2002 from CT where I had worked for 14 years as a therapist in state facilities for the Department of Children and Families, the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Corrections. I have treated people with all forms of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD ,eating disorders and employment issues. I believe that people can feel better emotionally and I work with them to be the best that they can be.

Have you been feeling overwhelmed and under-appreciated, whether in personal relationships or at work? Do you feel emotionally exhausted often? Do you find yourself overthinking and ruminating, especially at night or in the morning? Have you been the 'go-to person' for everyone and now you struggle with prioritizing your own needs first? Have you struggled with relationships which leave you feeling hopeless? Do you feel like your not your best self and just need someone to

Please note: presently, I have openings for telehealth clients on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I am drawn to working with individuals who are navigating symptoms that may stem from anxiety, stress, depression, parenting challenges, gender identity, sexual identity, trauma, and harmful self-criticism. I help clients find greater clarity, confidence, connection, and love for themselves.

Late teens, Adults and Elders who are experiencing anything from life stressors, to complex and overlapping diagnoses, and who want evidence-based treatment in a relaxed and supportive environment are a great fit for us. Years of earning certifications in a variety of evidence based modalities craft a variety of tools to help most any situation. Are you seeking support for a sensitive issue or just don't feel like you are living the life you are meant to be? Please know we will be glad to hear from you and have confidence we can work toward wellness together.

Are you navigating a difficult life transition? Experiencing anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Feeling disconnected from your work and family? Together we will identify and utilize your inner resources to help cultivate a mindset of awareness and self-compassion. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore how your current life circumstances can act as a vehicle for learning. Reach out today!

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?

Our life can leave residual effects, based on experiences, leaving us feeling wounded, unheard and alienated from others and ourselves. Therapy is a private space to explore these effects and develop skills to move toward connection and fulfilment in our life. I am motivated by being witness to transformation and recovery. I have had the privilege of being part of someone’s journey of exploring experiences which have created distress in their life. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I graduated from Boise State University with a Masters of Social Work.

GateHouse Treatment is a private substance abuse center providing intervention and treatment services to those struggling with substance use disorders and individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment. Also, GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational programs in Nashua, New Hampshire. At GateHouse, our evidence-based practice is applied along with creative interventions. We provide extraordinary individualized care and enable our clients to gain insight into their underlying factors driving addictive behaviors.

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 work with clients to understand their own thinking processes and belief systems, to develop new coping strategies and learn new skills to interact with family and others interpersonally, and to make lifestyle adjustments to bolster internal psychological and coping resources. Making targeted changes in these areas leads to improvements in overall mood and well-being for families and individuals. I work with children and adolescents using tools that are engaging and interactive and take their developmental needs and abilities into account.

I feel I am a different kind of counselor, because there is not a sense of separation between client and counselor. Clients are often impressed with how quickly times goes in session, they explain, "it's like talking to a good friend", "you make me feel so comfortable and not judged". We still get the work done just as effectively, but prepare to feel more relaxed....our offices are homey and comfortable. We kick our feet up on a coffee table, and chat in a way that allows people to feel more like talking to a friend than a stranger.

I am a clinical social worker with 28 years of professional work experience in the mental health field working in hospitals, clinics and private practice. In my practice I utilize various therapeutic modalities to help people struggling with past trauma, grief and loss, caregiver burnout, parenting issues and managing day-to-day life stressors. I create an open and safe environment where thoughts, behaviors and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage and I would like to help support you in that process.

*The best way to reach me is email. I am currently accepting clients for telehealth sessions. I am a master’s level therapist, providing counseling for adults with a variety of mental health concerns. I utilize a client-centered approach, because it is important that you feel understood and heard when dealing with stressors including depression, anxiety, loss, addiction, chronic pain, life transitions, trauma, depression, interpersonal concerns, and self-esteem.

GH Recovery Solutions is a private drug and alcohol rehab providing intervention and treatment services to those suffering from substance use, and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment. Also, GH Recovery offers one of the only comprehensive vocational programs in New England. At GH Recovery, evidence-based practice is applied along with creative and cutting-edge interventions. We provide extraordinary individualized care and enable our clients to gain insight into their underlying factors driving addictive behaviors and unhealthy coping skills.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sad, struggling to make sense of these complex and challenging times? Do you need help moving forward to create more joy, meaning, and purpose in your life? Do you recognize the need for change, but struggle to follow through with necessary steps that would enhance your well-being? I believe that we all have what we need inside of us to realize our dreams and make the desired changes to become the person we want to be. However, sometimes we need a compassionate guide to help us navigate the path.

I have worked as a personal counselor since 1986 and as a licensed clinical social worker since 2004. I am a solution-focused therapist who listens deeply to my clients, then engages each in a true two-way conversation. Whether I'm seeing adults, older adolescents, or couples, I treat my clients respectfully. We focus on the issue at hand, work to understand the history and causes behind it, then together implement steps to bring change quickly. Most clients see me for six to eight weekly sessions, moving to less and less frequent sessions as their confidence and life satisfaction increases. I look forward to working with you.

I enjoy working with adolescents, adults and groups. I believe therapy is about developing a supportive, collaborative relationship, as the therapeutic relationship guides everything. I help people identify patterns of thinking and acting that are getting in their way. We explore how these patterns emerged and work towards healthy solutions and positive life changes. I have training working with individuals who have experienced trauma and suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. I also assist people in identifying thinking patterns and behaviors that have led to the use of drugs and alcohol to self medicate difficult feelings and emotions.

Email is the best way to reach me. Hi, I’m Brecon. My therapeutic approach is trauma focused and strengths based. I use a gentle, yet direct approach with clients to work on the goals we have created together. I have found that this style allows me to work holistically with you, so we can bring you from where you are to where you would like to be in your wellness journey.