Therapists in Dover, NH

Anxiety and depression can make it virtually impossible to experience joy and contentment. We might imagine a catastrophic future or constantly relive a difficult past. Problems don't get solved and we feel stuck. Therapy can help us think about our lives more clearly and align our actions with our intentions.

My view of therapy is an opportunity to engage in a collaborative process by which the therapist and client work together towards enriching lifestyle, and enhancing overall well-being. Additional treatment modalities I draw from include cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques aimed to help reframe and replace negative thought patterns leading to healthier responses in challenging situations. Furthermore, I work from a strengths based perspective that amplifies each individual's unique qualities through the process of self-discovery, healing, acceptance and forgiveness of self and others.

Welcome! Have you noticed more feelings of sadness or irritability, worry about your future, or trouble keeping up with the demands of everyday life? Are you struggling with the stress and uncertainty you've experienced over the past few years? I would be honored to help support you through this period in your life, while offering a safe space to process your concerns and encourage emotional growth and healing. I have a special interest in working with marginalized and diverse populations, including those in the LGBTQIA+ community. I believe every client has inherent strengths and the ability to find peace and joy in their lives.

I have extensive experience working with people experiencing substance use disorders and mental illness. I specialize in the collaborative treatment of anxiety and depression, the promotion of overall health, happiness and self-worth. I utilize motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.

My interests lie in the area of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience treating anger and problematic behavioral challenges. I specialize in the use of cognitive behavioral interventions and will use alternative interventions when appropriate. I offer appointment times throughout the day including early morning and early evening times. I look forward to hearing from you and how I may be of help to you. If you contact me and I do not respond it is only because my schedule is completely full, and I have no available appointment times to offer. Respectfully, Tom

Intelligent. Holistic. CBT and The Work are the foundation of my practice. Intelligent because they are evidence based and universal. Holistic because they incorporate the western medical model and the eastern spiritual model of health. You will begin to understand your own mind, your own unconscious habits, and a way out of confusion. You will see what is causing your suffering and how to heal. I offer walking-and-talking sessions outside in Hope Woods, sessions in the office, or Telehealth.

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.

Welcome to my practice. With over 18 years as a practitioner in the mental health field, I have learned that at the heart of every successful clinical relationship is a strong therapeutic connection between the therapist and client. I consider it my responsibility to create a safe and nonjudgmental space that allows you to openly explore your thoughts and feelings. My approach is collaborative, present-focused, and solution-oriented. I also believe strongly in the connection between the mind and body and support a holistic approach to emotional health and wellness.

A Yale, Dartmouth and Lehigh trained Psychologist, I run a full-time private practice and hold an appointment as a Lecturer in Extension at Harvard University. I am licensed in New Hampshire, Vermont and New York. I completed my Doctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology at Yale University (2015) where I won a Leadership Award for Outstanding Contributions. I then completed my Post-Doctoral Fellowships at Harvard University (Research) and Dartmouth-Hitchcock (Clinical). Prior to starting my private practice, I was an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Dartmouth.

TRUST Peer reviewed articles published in recent years regarding and quantifying the importance of trust between a client and his or her mental health clinician indicate that the professional’s education or credentials have less to do with positive therapeutic outcomes than trust between the client and clinician. Finding a clinician you might trust can be a time consuming proposition. However, a relatively quick and totally free phone call may give you an initial indication of whether the professional on the other end of the phone may be suited to help you with the present difficult situation at hand.

I help clients address anxiety and depression, but primarily examine how those symptoms developed, why they persist, and how to create lasting changes. We pay attention to thoughts and emotions, but also to somatic symptoms, learning from our bodies. Targeting both helps change how we think, feel, and experience ourselves and others. I have been practicing therapy for over 10 years, working with diverse clients who struggle with significant trauma histories, challenging relationships, and disordered eating patterns. All of this work is in the context of an affirming, respectful, and connected therapeutic relationship.

I'm dedicated to working with folks ages 5+ experiencing a wide range of emotional distress including but not limited to trauma, ADHD, conduct concerns, and emotional regulation concerns. Embracing the transformative power of a client-centered therapeutic relationship, I encourage active client involvement in guiding therapy toward each client's unique set of goals. Core to my practice is emphasizing sensitivity, safety, trust, and empowerment.