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Mark Spivak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I am a licensed psychotherapist bringing over 25 years experience working with individual adults, couples, and groups with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to attain the progress and growth that they are seeking.
I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's particular needs in a comfortable and supportive environment. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential to live a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
I am a licensed psychotherapist bringing over 25 years experience working with individual adults, couples, and groups with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to attain the progress and growth that they are seeking.
I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's particular needs in a comfortable and supportive environment. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential to live a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
(978) 965-2900 View (978) 965-2900
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Anthony M. Costello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
Waitlist for new clients
I offer therapy for couples, families, and individuals.
you are presumably looking to make some sort of change. You may be suffering from anxiety, depression, lingering events from your past, or dealing with current stressors from family, relationships, work, or life events. All too often people resort to unhealthy means or patterns to alleviate their pain, stress, or mood but the relief is often fleeting and our best attempts can often backfire leaving us overwhelmed and exhausted. Therapy can serve as a collaborative process in which you can work through the obstacles that stand in the way of a happy and fulfilling life.
I offer therapy for couples, families, and individuals.
you are presumably looking to make some sort of change. You may be suffering from anxiety, depression, lingering events from your past, or dealing with current stressors from family, relationships, work, or life events. All too often people resort to unhealthy means or patterns to alleviate their pain, stress, or mood but the relief is often fleeting and our best attempts can often backfire leaving us overwhelmed and exhausted. Therapy can serve as a collaborative process in which you can work through the obstacles that stand in the way of a happy and fulfilling life.
(978) 717-9377 View (978) 717-9377
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Cristina Curro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
Life is like the sea it's unpredictable, like the tides ever-changing. Therapy can help you sort through your feelings and options which will allow you to move forward with confidence as you face life's challenges. I work with teens-adults, couples and families dealing with challenging life issues from relationship stresses, family turmoil, grief and loss, sexual identity, substance abuse, anxiety and depression. I have worked in multiple settings including inpatient hospitals, detox and dual diagnosis facilities, outpatient and school systems.
Life is like the sea it's unpredictable, like the tides ever-changing. Therapy can help you sort through your feelings and options which will allow you to move forward with confidence as you face life's challenges. I work with teens-adults, couples and families dealing with challenging life issues from relationship stresses, family turmoil, grief and loss, sexual identity, substance abuse, anxiety and depression. I have worked in multiple settings including inpatient hospitals, detox and dual diagnosis facilities, outpatient and school systems.
(978) 478-7805 View (978) 478-7805
Stephen Keane
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, EdDABD
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I work with women/men, adolescents, couples/families.
I am pleased that you are taking a moment to read this . I have been practicing therapy for more than 30 years and I have found that people enter therapy because they are confused, upset, fearful, sad-- distressed. Distress signals the need for a change. You have begun to look toward changing. I want to work with you to help relieve your distress and create change. I want to work in partnership with you to change those feelings and thoughts and behaviors that interfere with fulfilled living, gratifying work, satisfying relationships.
I work with women/men, adolescents, couples/families.
I am pleased that you are taking a moment to read this . I have been practicing therapy for more than 30 years and I have found that people enter therapy because they are confused, upset, fearful, sad-- distressed. Distress signals the need for a change. You have begun to look toward changing. I want to work with you to help relieve your distress and create change. I want to work in partnership with you to change those feelings and thoughts and behaviors that interfere with fulfilled living, gratifying work, satisfying relationships.
(978) 712-4196 View (978) 712-4196
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Christine Flaherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I am a relationship specialist.
Being a therapist is a true privilege. In the relaxed and safe atmosphere of my office , clients feel free to explore their deepest feelings, dreams, and real lifechallenges. Together, in a spirit of honesty,we laugh,we cry and we problem solve. Most of us want things to change, but we often don't want to change anything. To choose trust not fear, we must first explore the past, not to linger there, but to explain some of our personal choices and current challenges with relationship. With the strength of new awareness and insight, clients move forward in a most positive way.
I am a relationship specialist.
Being a therapist is a true privilege. In the relaxed and safe atmosphere of my office , clients feel free to explore their deepest feelings, dreams, and real lifechallenges. Together, in a spirit of honesty,we laugh,we cry and we problem solve. Most of us want things to change, but we often don't want to change anything. To choose trust not fear, we must first explore the past, not to linger there, but to explain some of our personal choices and current challenges with relationship. With the strength of new awareness and insight, clients move forward in a most positive way.
(978) 631-2370 View (978) 631-2370
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Estella C Moriarty
Counselor, LMHC, CAGS
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
Have you ever found yourself wishing you could talk to someone about: relationship issues, "the bad thing that happened to you", managing expectations, feeling stuck and depressed, or grieving the loss of someone or something? Are you someone who wants a straight forward approach to finding solutions within a compassionate environment. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who find themselves in a transitional point in their lives. I have 10+ years experience in mental health in a myriad of settings: inpatient, outpatient, and crises evaluation.
Have you ever found yourself wishing you could talk to someone about: relationship issues, "the bad thing that happened to you", managing expectations, feeling stuck and depressed, or grieving the loss of someone or something? Are you someone who wants a straight forward approach to finding solutions within a compassionate environment. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who find themselves in a transitional point in their lives. I have 10+ years experience in mental health in a myriad of settings: inpatient, outpatient, and crises evaluation.
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Sarah C. Walsh
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a practitioner my intention is to facilitate a setting that empowers individuals and couples in promoting healing and developing skills and strategies to cope with challenges.
Hello and welcome. If you have ever wondered if therapy is the right choice for you, you have come to the right place. Life can feel overwhelming at times causing us to doubt our ability to manage the pressures that we face. We may carry these doubts with us, leading to feelings of depression, anxiety, guilt and/or pain. Drawing from your strengths, I will help you find and incorporate the skills to manifest the life you want to live. My specialties include issues of depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationship conflict.
As a practitioner my intention is to facilitate a setting that empowers individuals and couples in promoting healing and developing skills and strategies to cope with challenges.
Hello and welcome. If you have ever wondered if therapy is the right choice for you, you have come to the right place. Life can feel overwhelming at times causing us to doubt our ability to manage the pressures that we face. We may carry these doubts with us, leading to feelings of depression, anxiety, guilt and/or pain. Drawing from your strengths, I will help you find and incorporate the skills to manifest the life you want to live. My specialties include issues of depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationship conflict.
(978) 737-7226 View (978) 737-7226
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Teddy Peterson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC-1
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I see the therapeutic relationship as an equal partnership and we will collaborate often.
I am a licensed Dual diagnosis therapist who has over 12 years of experience in treating individuals ages 11-65 suffering from past, present, or a loved one's issues of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders such as substance Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Gambling, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, and Anxiety. I operate using a strengths based framework, and strive to help clients achieve self love. My clients find that they greatly increase practical coping skills and are better able to understand and manage triggers. I work to create an environment, free of judgement or shame, and am affirming of all humans and experiences.
I see the therapeutic relationship as an equal partnership and we will collaborate often.
I am a licensed Dual diagnosis therapist who has over 12 years of experience in treating individuals ages 11-65 suffering from past, present, or a loved one's issues of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders such as substance Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Gambling, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, and Anxiety. I operate using a strengths based framework, and strive to help clients achieve self love. My clients find that they greatly increase practical coping skills and are better able to understand and manage triggers. I work to create an environment, free of judgement or shame, and am affirming of all humans and experiences.
(978) 306-4573 View (978) 306-4573
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Kendra Murphy- Newburyport Office of Wellness, LLC
LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
As a Licensed Therapist, I have dedicated my career to empowering individuals, helping them to recognize their full potential. I believe therapy to be an investment in your own happiness and aim to create an environment that will make you enthusiastic about therapy and the commitment to developing a more authentic relationship with yourself and others. Therapy can be a powerful and exciting experience. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Together, we will identify problematic beliefs/behaviors/feelings and work towards surrendering destructive habits/thoughts/feelings that no longer serve you, causing emotional difficulties and/or personal problems.
As a Licensed Therapist, I have dedicated my career to empowering individuals, helping them to recognize their full potential. I believe therapy to be an investment in your own happiness and aim to create an environment that will make you enthusiastic about therapy and the commitment to developing a more authentic relationship with yourself and others. Therapy can be a powerful and exciting experience. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Together, we will identify problematic beliefs/behaviors/feelings and work towards surrendering destructive habits/thoughts/feelings that no longer serve you, causing emotional difficulties and/or personal problems.
(617) 858-4194 View (617) 858-4194
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Daniel 'Skip' Parks
Counselor, LCSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I have been in private practice since 2000. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, parenting struggles and many other diagnostic entities. I currently work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. As a former member of the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce, I hold strong ties to the Amesbury Community. I am also a founding member of River Valley Counseling Services. Many insurance plans are accepted. Call me today for a free consult!
I have been in private practice since 2000. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, parenting struggles and many other diagnostic entities. I currently work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. As a former member of the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce, I hold strong ties to the Amesbury Community. I am also a founding member of River Valley Counseling Services. Many insurance plans are accepted. Call me today for a free consult!
(978) 894-2024 View (978) 894-2024
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Jerry Duberstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMHT
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I am a licensed mental health counselor and licensed marriage and therapy therapist. I have counseled individuals and couples for 40 years. I bring a great depth and breadth of expertise to my work and a practical approach. I help clients learn about themselves and practice radical self-acceptance. I received a Ph.D. in Psychology at Saybrook Institute in San Francisco and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology at Antioch New England University. I wrote Relationship Transformation: How to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too with my wife, Mary Ellen.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and licensed marriage and therapy therapist. I have counseled individuals and couples for 40 years. I bring a great depth and breadth of expertise to my work and a practical approach. I help clients learn about themselves and practice radical self-acceptance. I received a Ph.D. in Psychology at Saybrook Institute in San Francisco and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology at Antioch New England University. I wrote Relationship Transformation: How to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too with my wife, Mary Ellen.
(603) 828-4195 View (603) 828-4195
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Dick Flaherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
MARITAL SURVIVAL KIT: TEN THINGS CHEAPER THAN A LAWYER (copyright 8/5/15) - tools/skills for a healthy relationship - in 44 yrs i have developed a realistic effective model for helping PEOPLE with relationship problems - especially committed conjugal couples - EMOTIONALLY FOCUSED THERPAY - to develop greater intimacy + couples are my primary focus - KIT IS IDEAL FOR PREMARITAL COUPLES - please visit my website http://www.salisburypsychological.com/
MARITAL SURVIVAL KIT: TEN THINGS CHEAPER THAN A LAWYER (copyright 8/5/15) - tools/skills for a healthy relationship - in 44 yrs i have developed a realistic effective model for helping PEOPLE with relationship problems - especially committed conjugal couples - EMOTIONALLY FOCUSED THERPAY - to develop greater intimacy + couples are my primary focus - KIT IS IDEAL FOR PREMARITAL COUPLES - please visit my website http://www.salisburypsychological.com/
(978) 910-0521 View (978) 910-0521
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Kathleen Lovell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RPSGT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
I have several years' experience working with individuals, adolescents, and couples in changing maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors.
We all encounter challenges in our lives and sometimes require assistance in getting through a rough patch. I am honored to work with individuals seeking a compassionate, interactive and empathetic psychotherapist. By using a collaborative approach, we work together to identify limiting thoughts and beliefs and to reframe them allowing you to create a more empowering and enriching approach to life. With couples, I provide the safe, judgement-free- environment needed to resolve difficult relationship issues and enhance communication skills for you and your partner to use beyond the completion of therapy.
I have several years' experience working with individuals, adolescents, and couples in changing maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors.
We all encounter challenges in our lives and sometimes require assistance in getting through a rough patch. I am honored to work with individuals seeking a compassionate, interactive and empathetic psychotherapist. By using a collaborative approach, we work together to identify limiting thoughts and beliefs and to reframe them allowing you to create a more empowering and enriching approach to life. With couples, I provide the safe, judgement-free- environment needed to resolve difficult relationship issues and enhance communication skills for you and your partner to use beyond the completion of therapy.
(978) 819-4208 View (978) 819-4208
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Mark Bezanson, Licsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950  (Online Only)
I especially love helping teens/ young adults (and their parents) with developing their independence. I'm excited to help individuals and families enjoy their lives more either by improving relationships, better managing their stage of life tasks, and also while dealing with difficult problems including Relationship/ Marital issues, Family Conflicts, Affairs, Sex addiction, Co-parenting, "Growing Up" issues, Adjusting to Divorce, Gay & Lesbian & Gender (Transgender) issues, Substance Abuse, Grief, Violence and Anger Management including Probation & Diversion involvement.
I especially love helping teens/ young adults (and their parents) with developing their independence. I'm excited to help individuals and families enjoy their lives more either by improving relationships, better managing their stage of life tasks, and also while dealing with difficult problems including Relationship/ Marital issues, Family Conflicts, Affairs, Sex addiction, Co-parenting, "Growing Up" issues, Adjusting to Divorce, Gay & Lesbian & Gender (Transgender) issues, Substance Abuse, Grief, Violence and Anger Management including Probation & Diversion involvement.
(978) 705-6097 View (978) 705-6097
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Kelley Griffin
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950  (Online Only)
The therapeutic relationship has a profound effect on people's lives.
I have openings on Thursday and Friday via telehealth. Are you feeling discouraged? Stressed out all the time? Dreading the day ahead before it begins? You know something has to change, but change is difficult. I help people discover what is standing in their way of getting what they want out of life. Therapy works to help people realize their authentic selves and empowers them to make the choices that lead to a more satisfying life. Haven't you suffered long enough? Let's get started.
The therapeutic relationship has a profound effect on people's lives.
I have openings on Thursday and Friday via telehealth. Are you feeling discouraged? Stressed out all the time? Dreading the day ahead before it begins? You know something has to change, but change is difficult. I help people discover what is standing in their way of getting what they want out of life. Therapy works to help people realize their authentic selves and empowers them to make the choices that lead to a more satisfying life. Haven't you suffered long enough? Let's get started.
(978) 631-2551 View (978) 631-2551
Catherine Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, LADC, I
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
I provide both traditional and equine psychotherapy on a small farm in Kensington NH. My farm provides a peaceful non traditional setting. With the Equine facilitated treatment, I co-facilitate sessions with my two horses and two donkeys and a therapy dog. I treat individuals, couples, families and groups . I am a warm and compassionate person who tailors your treatment to your needs and goals. It is my belief most of my clients are unrecognized heroes and I am honored and grateful to be a part of their journeys of healing, growth and change.
I provide both traditional and equine psychotherapy on a small farm in Kensington NH. My farm provides a peaceful non traditional setting. With the Equine facilitated treatment, I co-facilitate sessions with my two horses and two donkeys and a therapy dog. I treat individuals, couples, families and groups . I am a warm and compassionate person who tailors your treatment to your needs and goals. It is my belief most of my clients are unrecognized heroes and I am honored and grateful to be a part of their journeys of healing, growth and change.
(508) 213-8107 View (508) 213-8107
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Markus (Marco) D Brucher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950  (Online Only)
As a therapist I see each individual I work with as unique and special, and as such, I seek to develop a therapeutic relationship which first and foremost provides each client, the opportunity to clearly and effectively formulate and then work on their own personal goals and objectives.
My guiding principle as a therapist is that we are put on this Earth to fully enjoy and participate in life. I have several years experience working as a social worker and educator in several different capacities and contexts. My practice focuses on how family of origin paradigms as well as other life experiences, can keep us from reaching our full potential in life and how becoming aware of these can free us to become more fulfilled human beings.
As a therapist I see each individual I work with as unique and special, and as such, I seek to develop a therapeutic relationship which first and foremost provides each client, the opportunity to clearly and effectively formulate and then work on their own personal goals and objectives.
My guiding principle as a therapist is that we are put on this Earth to fully enjoy and participate in life. I have several years experience working as a social worker and educator in several different capacities and contexts. My practice focuses on how family of origin paradigms as well as other life experiences, can keep us from reaching our full potential in life and how becoming aware of these can free us to become more fulfilled human beings.
(351) 444-5524 View (351) 444-5524
Anne Converse Avery
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
Relief comes with being understood and with workable options that feel right to you. I do therapy with individuals and couples. Currently, the practice is limited to adult women aged 25 and older, individuals who feel stress, anxiety, or depression.
Relief comes with being understood and with workable options that feel right to you. I do therapy with individuals and couples. Currently, the practice is limited to adult women aged 25 and older, individuals who feel stress, anxiety, or depression.
(603) 729-3615 View (603) 729-3615
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Danielle A Haynes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950  (Online Only)
Whether working with a family, individual, and/or couples, I believe in a relational process in which finding a therapist that is a "good fit" as the groundwork for a supportive, transformative process. I believe that every individual has the ability to examine their life's journey and own their story; all while strengthening self compassion and working to navigate who and how to be in relationships. This along with growing to know, understand and accept oneself. Stepping into the therapeutic process is the first movement towards self discovery and growth.
Whether working with a family, individual, and/or couples, I believe in a relational process in which finding a therapist that is a "good fit" as the groundwork for a supportive, transformative process. I believe that every individual has the ability to examine their life's journey and own their story; all while strengthening self compassion and working to navigate who and how to be in relationships. This along with growing to know, understand and accept oneself. Stepping into the therapeutic process is the first movement towards self discovery and growth.
(339) 201-9785 View (339) 201-9785
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Henry Zapata
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newburyport, MA 01950
Hello and welcome. Collaborative therapies approach the therapeutic process from a place of open-minded curiosity. These methods are powerful techniques that explore alternatives to conventional treatment; working side by side we overcome the barriers that keep a person stuck. As a practitioner my intention is to facilitate a setting that empowers individuals and families in promoting healing and finding new meaning in life. This setting allows for deep exploration that can bring balance and integration to your physical, mental, emotional and transcendent selves. It is holistic health as an outlook to creating health and wellness.
Hello and welcome. Collaborative therapies approach the therapeutic process from a place of open-minded curiosity. These methods are powerful techniques that explore alternatives to conventional treatment; working side by side we overcome the barriers that keep a person stuck. As a practitioner my intention is to facilitate a setting that empowers individuals and families in promoting healing and finding new meaning in life. This setting allows for deep exploration that can bring balance and integration to your physical, mental, emotional and transcendent selves. It is holistic health as an outlook to creating health and wellness.
(978) 233-1543 View (978) 233-1543

Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.