Therapists in Essex County, MA
Iva Helena Gojanovic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LSAC, NLPP
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Are you wondering why you feel the way you feel? Are you noticing that your own thoughts, feelings, and actions are no longer serving you? Do you feel overwhelmed, depleted of energy, confused, lost? Are you losing interest in things you once found to be enjoyable? Do you want to feel more present and connected in your interactions with others? The premise of all of my work is that everyone is doing the best they can at any given moment. . If you have any questions, please reach out. You have five seconds before your brain tries to talk you out of it! :)
Are you wondering why you feel the way you feel? Are you noticing that your own thoughts, feelings, and actions are no longer serving you? Do you feel overwhelmed, depleted of energy, confused, lost? Are you losing interest in things you once found to be enjoyable? Do you want to feel more present and connected in your interactions with others? The premise of all of my work is that everyone is doing the best they can at any given moment. . If you have any questions, please reach out. You have five seconds before your brain tries to talk you out of it! :)
Online Therapists
LLC Carpe Diem
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, MLADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02118
I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is one the most important factors in successful outcomes in therapy.
Would you like to engage in pragmatic, common sense, tool based, practical approaches, and discussions of your daily struggles? Would you like to have a partner in finding the best solutions to what has been causing difficulties in your career, your relationships, and your overall wellness?
I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is one the most important factors in successful outcomes in therapy.
Would you like to engage in pragmatic, common sense, tool based, practical approaches, and discussions of your daily struggles? Would you like to have a partner in finding the best solutions to what has been causing difficulties in your career, your relationships, and your overall wellness?
Sandra Garfield
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkley, MA 02779 (Online Only)
My primary focus is building a genuine connection and individualizing my approach to each person’s specific needs. I have always believed that it is important to celebrate small and big wins in life. I work hard to meet clients where they are at and together, work to develop goals for best outcomes. I utilize many forms of therapy, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing all from a trauma informed lens. I enjoy working with all ages, especially those who identify as neurodivergent, those with disabilities, anxiety, depression and trauma.
My primary focus is building a genuine connection and individualizing my approach to each person’s specific needs. I have always believed that it is important to celebrate small and big wins in life. I work hard to meet clients where they are at and together, work to develop goals for best outcomes. I utilize many forms of therapy, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing all from a trauma informed lens. I enjoy working with all ages, especially those who identify as neurodivergent, those with disabilities, anxiety, depression and trauma.
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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.