Therapists in Dover, NH

Hello! If you are reading this and looking for help you are right where you need to be :) I like to think of myself as an "UNshrink" . I believe in helping to de-pathologize you and whatever it is that you are struggling w, and helping you to experience your self, situation, and LIFE in a whole new way. I'm usually a good fit for ppl that aren't into traditional "therapy" for whatever reason: anxiety, skepticism, bad or unsuccessful past experiences, if you think you, your family, everything is/are beyond hope, or if you are interested in something completely "outside the box", bc that is me.

I can see any client in Maine and NH via teletherapy but I am not credentialed with insurance companies in Maine, only NH. I help guide my clients to understand how their upbringing, worldview, culture, personality, and view of self affect how they are feeling, behaving, and thinking currently. One goal of mine is to help my clients maximize their wellbeing by better understanding themselves through the use of coping tools like mindfulness to slow and calm themselves enough to be able to assess their own thoughts and emotions in the moment so as to minimize regrets while reducing mood and behavioral symptoms.

Welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 17+ years of experience providing assessment and therapy to adolescents, young adults, and families who are seeking to process and heal from a variety of issues including: depression, anxiety, anger, suicide/self-harm, trauma, impulsivity, gender identity issues, and problematic sexual behavior. Adolescence is a period of significant development that presents major social and emotional challenges. My goal is to provide a nurturing and accepting environment where clients can grow to appreciate the therapeutic process and learn new skills necessary to reach their identified goals.

At Authentically You Counseling, I help amazing people, who are up for some serious growth, become the best version of themselves. Are you facing challenges like anxiety, relationship hiccups or sexual difficulties? If you're on a quest for authenticity, self-love, and living life to the fullest. I am here to help! We can have deep discussions without any judgment. Together, we'll use CBT, DBT, exposure therapy, and more to tackle your obstacles head-on. I've got your back through tough times like grief and end-of-life moments too. If you're ready to step into your own brilliance, reach out to us.

I am currently accepting new clients! Email is always ideal for communication. Currently I am only meeting individuals remotely at this time. We all struggle for short or long periods of time in our lives; however, everyone has the ability to learn new skills to overcome and succeed no matter the circumstances. Each and every person deserves the right to pursue their happiness and at times we all need a little help along the way. I allow for a serene, reflective, non-judgmental atmosphere.

My experience is in treating depressive and anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. I also particularly enjoy working with young adults and adults experiencing more complex and severe forms of mental illness (including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other forms of psychosis ). Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a collaborative process in which we’ll work together to identify what you hope to address and create a strategy to achieve your goals. Often it can be helpful to better understand the complex pattern of interactions between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors.

A few experiences in my life have positively impacted my connection with others. A majority of my experience has been working in dual diagnosis facilities, which has provided me with considerable insight into mental health and substance abuse. Secondly, I worked as a special education teacher, gaining insight from both the parent’s and child’s perspective. Lastly, as the spouse of an active duty and now veteran sailor, I am deeply connected to the veterans community.

At Counseling Associates we take a strengths-based counseling approach to assist you in moving toward your goals and opening doors to new possibilities. With multiple clinicians and areas of expertise, we are able to offer comprehensive, specialized services for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. It is common for those new to therapy to feel both eager to get going and uncomfortable about starting the process of therapy. Do not let some awkwardness keep you from beginning what you know will be in your long-term best interest. We look forward to working with you.

If you are going through something and need some support, it would be my honor to try to help you out. What you might face now may have something to do with the past, and may also impact the future for the worse if something isn't done now, in the present. I would enjoy working with you to consider the past and future while also focusing on the present as much as possible in order to glean what is most within your control, what are your resources and options, your abilities and limitations, how do we honor and validate these while also encouraging some change, and how do we tolerate what is outside of our control, etc.

I provide healing in wellness as you navigate your mental health issues. Whether you are someone who needs a lot of help or just someone who needs to process daily stressors, I am here to help. My focus is to help heal and build confidence within oneself and provide a positive experience where you see real change and real results. I focus on listening to my clients and what they believe they need and creating realistic goals you can achieve. Every client is different and I will help you create an individualized plan that works for you and your lifestyle. I help you by listening intently to your struggles while being there for you.

Accepting New Clients at James Foster & Associates. We understand that seeking counseling is an important decision to make. Our goal is to provide clients with a safe, comfortable and private setting to address those areas that are causing them pain, discomfort or unhappiness. Clinicians provide treatment in areas of depression, anxiety, domestic violence, anger management, marriage, parenting, drug and alcohol and trauma. We welcome you to visit COUNSELINGNH.COM and this profile's homepage for information about TREATMENTS available for your particular concern and the SIGNS and SYMPTOMS you may be experiencing.

I think the ideal client is someone who is motivated to change. I am a practitioner of positive psychology and believe that every person has tremendous resources and just needs to discover these gifts. I think the Psychologist must build upon assets and strengths. I think that humans can build pyramids or travel to the moon when given the right encouragement and belief.

At this point, I am seeking clients who want to work via online sessions. My practice includes providing psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. I provide individual, group, couples and conjoint therapy. I work primarily within the Internal Family Sytems (IFS) model. This includes working with your unique gifts and potentials, your deepest fears, conflicts and concerns, your past history, your present situations, your relationships, your future goals and dreams, and, if relevant to you, your spiritual self.