Culturally Sensitive Therapists in 02339

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Whitney Palma
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, perinatal struggles, and relationship conflict. Through a culturally sensitive lens, I use a therapeutic approach that blends relational, humanistic and psychodynamic theories, while incorporating DBT skills, CBT techniques, and psychoeducation when appropriate.
I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, perinatal struggles, and relationship conflict. Through a culturally sensitive lens, I use a therapeutic approach that blends relational, humanistic and psychodynamic theories, while incorporating DBT skills, CBT techniques, and psychoeducation when appropriate.
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Courtney Flanagan-Faber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Waitlist for new clients
Are concerns about unhappiness causing stress for you? Do you feel like you cannot obtain a healthy work/life balance? Has stress/change left you feeling uncertain for the future? I have over fifteen years experience and offer treatment/support for substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and mood disorders. These services are provided in individual therapy using treatment approaches including solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and CBT. Incorporation of stress management, holistic approaches, mindfulness, and gentle reprocessing performed in a non-judgmental, safe environment.
Are concerns about unhappiness causing stress for you? Do you feel like you cannot obtain a healthy work/life balance? Has stress/change left you feeling uncertain for the future? I have over fifteen years experience and offer treatment/support for substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and mood disorders. These services are provided in individual therapy using treatment approaches including solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and CBT. Incorporation of stress management, holistic approaches, mindfulness, and gentle reprocessing performed in a non-judgmental, safe environment.
(508) 500-1014 View (508) 500-1014
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Nicole Ormerod
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
“Discovering the truth about ourselves is a lifetime's work, but it's worth the effort” - Fred Rogers. Are you struggling to cope with current life stressors? Do you find yourself worrying about past events and experiencing anxious thoughts or depressive symptoms? Please know you are not alone and there is hope.
“Discovering the truth about ourselves is a lifetime's work, but it's worth the effort” - Fred Rogers. Are you struggling to cope with current life stressors? Do you find yourself worrying about past events and experiencing anxious thoughts or depressive symptoms? Please know you are not alone and there is hope.
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Elizabeth Hofmann
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing personalized care and treatment for adults and adolescents using a variety of therapeutic and evidence-based approaches.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing personalized care and treatment for adults and adolescents using a variety of therapeutic and evidence-based approaches.
(339) 218-4675 View (339) 218-4675
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Brave Minds Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Brave Minds Therapy clinician, Kyle Mackay, cares deeply about the human experience and how she can aid in creating a safer, healthier space for clients to thrive. As an LICSW, who works with individuals from various backgrounds, Kyle believes the well-being of her clients is paramount in the specialized treatment she provides.
Brave Minds Therapy clinician, Kyle Mackay, cares deeply about the human experience and how she can aid in creating a safer, healthier space for clients to thrive. As an LICSW, who works with individuals from various backgrounds, Kyle believes the well-being of her clients is paramount in the specialized treatment she provides.
(339) 232-2081 View (339) 232-2081
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Heather Colangelo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Warm Greetings! Through individual and group therapy, the goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and assist to find the patterns in your life that have hindered your ability to imagine and achieve the life you desire. I rely on a client-centered approach to therapy and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Didactic individual and group work, and Mindfulness-based therapies.
Warm Greetings! Through individual and group therapy, the goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and assist to find the patterns in your life that have hindered your ability to imagine and achieve the life you desire. I rely on a client-centered approach to therapy and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Didactic individual and group work, and Mindfulness-based therapies.
(339) 900-3684 View (339) 900-3684
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Eva Gonzalez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Are you here because you want to feel like yourself again? Do you constantly have that feeling that nothing will ever change? Perhaps you feel like nothing you do is right or ever enough, or maybe life seems better when you’re in bed sleeping than when you're out there living it. You feel on edge, shaky, tired, and you can’t stop thinking about everything that may be wrong. I am here to help you find hope, take some of that weight off your shoulders, and help you take your life back. You are not alone.
Are you here because you want to feel like yourself again? Do you constantly have that feeling that nothing will ever change? Perhaps you feel like nothing you do is right or ever enough, or maybe life seems better when you’re in bed sleeping than when you're out there living it. You feel on edge, shaky, tired, and you can’t stop thinking about everything that may be wrong. I am here to help you find hope, take some of that weight off your shoulders, and help you take your life back. You are not alone.
(781) 546-4971 View (781) 546-4971
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Nicole Schick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals in various stages of their parenting journey. I believe we all have different strengths and needs, so each person will have unique goals. We identify goals by talking about things you want to work on. Needs can change quickly, so sessions are flexible to meet you with what you're needing most at that time, while still addressing ongoing goals. My goal is to provide you a space where you feel safe, seen and heard so you can work on personal growth and self-care. I believe you have what it takes to have the life you want and need. I am here to provide support and guidance on your journey.
I enjoy working with individuals in various stages of their parenting journey. I believe we all have different strengths and needs, so each person will have unique goals. We identify goals by talking about things you want to work on. Needs can change quickly, so sessions are flexible to meet you with what you're needing most at that time, while still addressing ongoing goals. My goal is to provide you a space where you feel safe, seen and heard so you can work on personal growth and self-care. I believe you have what it takes to have the life you want and need. I am here to provide support and guidance on your journey.
(781) 358-5918 View (781) 358-5918
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Dr. LeShelle Woodard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
01/16/2023: I have just expanded my clinical schedule. I have a limited number of openings for new clients. I believe in the importance of understanding your unique set of life circumstances as well as your personal strengths and challenges. I understand that you are looking for positive, lasting change. My emphasis is on partnering with you to identify a specific plan that works for you. Ultimately we will work together to increase your sense of inner peace and to resolve painful sources of stress.
01/16/2023: I have just expanded my clinical schedule. I have a limited number of openings for new clients. I believe in the importance of understanding your unique set of life circumstances as well as your personal strengths and challenges. I understand that you are looking for positive, lasting change. My emphasis is on partnering with you to identify a specific plan that works for you. Ultimately we will work together to increase your sense of inner peace and to resolve painful sources of stress.
(720) 864-1590 x1 View (720) 864-1590 x1
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Keith Lombard
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADCII
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Keith Lombard is a graduate of Umass Boston with a BA in psychology and attended the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counseling course in 2010. Keith has worked in the field of substance abuse for over 8 years and was employed by the Boston Public Health Commission before joining NEATC. Mr. Lombard has experience with individual and family counseling with the understanding that addiction is a family disease. Keith has received numerous awards for his devotion to helping those in recovery from city and state officials.
Keith Lombard is a graduate of Umass Boston with a BA in psychology and attended the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counseling course in 2010. Keith has worked in the field of substance abuse for over 8 years and was employed by the Boston Public Health Commission before joining NEATC. Mr. Lombard has experience with individual and family counseling with the understanding that addiction is a family disease. Keith has received numerous awards for his devotion to helping those in recovery from city and state officials.
(781) 808-3635 View (781) 808-3635
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Tethered Feathers Wellness, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
Have you been struggling to improve your self-care, reduce your stress and anxiety, and increase your emotional well-being? Allow me to stand with you on this journey as your joyful, bubbly and eclectic trauma-informed guide. Sometimes we'll laugh, sometimes we'll cry, no matter what you'll always have someone by your side. Reach out today for a complimentary consultation and start down the path you truly deserve. Currently accepting new clients with BCBS and Tufts insurance or private pay. Virtual sessions only.
Have you been struggling to improve your self-care, reduce your stress and anxiety, and increase your emotional well-being? Allow me to stand with you on this journey as your joyful, bubbly and eclectic trauma-informed guide. Sometimes we'll laugh, sometimes we'll cry, no matter what you'll always have someone by your side. Reach out today for a complimentary consultation and start down the path you truly deserve. Currently accepting new clients with BCBS and Tufts insurance or private pay. Virtual sessions only.
(339) 201-9799 View (339) 201-9799
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Kelly O'Gara
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Waitlist for new clients
Often my clients come to therapy when they are at the point of exhaustion, feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, uncertain of how to make positive changes in their lives, and needing some additional support. We work together to explore their strengths, resources and coping skills that work for their unique needs and life circumstances.
Often my clients come to therapy when they are at the point of exhaustion, feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, uncertain of how to make positive changes in their lives, and needing some additional support. We work together to explore their strengths, resources and coping skills that work for their unique needs and life circumstances.
(781) 243-5446 View (781) 243-5446
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Dana Nasser-Tobin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I hope to teach you to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings and to take actions that align with your values despite them. I see myself as an active participant in the therapy process and I use a strengths-based, holistic approach to meet you where you are on your own unique life's journey and to help you get unstuck. I take value and joy in being my authentic self and strive to help my clients feel the same, moving away from the internal and external noise of shoulds/shouldnts, societal prescriptions/timelines, judgements and criticisms, and into living a life based on your own unique strengths and values.
I hope to teach you to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings and to take actions that align with your values despite them. I see myself as an active participant in the therapy process and I use a strengths-based, holistic approach to meet you where you are on your own unique life's journey and to help you get unstuck. I take value and joy in being my authentic self and strive to help my clients feel the same, moving away from the internal and external noise of shoulds/shouldnts, societal prescriptions/timelines, judgements and criticisms, and into living a life based on your own unique strengths and values.
(781) 653-7609 View (781) 653-7609
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Kelley L Tanzie
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
As a therapist, I come alongside and help you to define your personal goals and develop strategies for the changes you desire. We will work together to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others. Whether you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As a therapist, I come alongside and help you to define your personal goals and develop strategies for the changes you desire. We will work together to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others. Whether you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(978) 716-2236 View (978) 716-2236
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Lauren Martino
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients. Deciding to pursue therapy is a very personal decision. It is important that those I work with feel safe, guided, and able to share openly at their own therapeutic pace. I use a strengths-based approach along with evidenced based practices. I promote mindfulness and self-reflection. We will work together to explore patterns and consider what changes feel necessary. I will support you in the process of managing pervasive symptoms that impact your daily functioning. As we work towards improved mental health we will take into account all aspects of wellness.
I am accepting new clients. Deciding to pursue therapy is a very personal decision. It is important that those I work with feel safe, guided, and able to share openly at their own therapeutic pace. I use a strengths-based approach along with evidenced based practices. I promote mindfulness and self-reflection. We will work together to explore patterns and consider what changes feel necessary. I will support you in the process of managing pervasive symptoms that impact your daily functioning. As we work towards improved mental health we will take into account all aspects of wellness.
(781) 544-6486 View (781) 544-6486
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Lynn Roy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients: Do you find yourself struggling, unsure of yourself, not knowing which way to turn for help? Life can be difficult at times, be it related to the impact of daily stressors, changes in health, work, loss, or relationship issues. These changes can create feelings that can leave you anxious, overwhelmed, or even saddened by your life circumstances. Because I believe that one’s path is unique to the individual, beginning "where you are at" allows us to focus on how we can work together in a safe and trusting environment to help you recognize your own strengths.
Accepting New Clients: Do you find yourself struggling, unsure of yourself, not knowing which way to turn for help? Life can be difficult at times, be it related to the impact of daily stressors, changes in health, work, loss, or relationship issues. These changes can create feelings that can leave you anxious, overwhelmed, or even saddened by your life circumstances. Because I believe that one’s path is unique to the individual, beginning "where you are at" allows us to focus on how we can work together in a safe and trusting environment to help you recognize your own strengths.
(781) 499-6034 View (781) 499-6034
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Cathleen M Mason
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
Not accepting new clients
Hello; thanks for viewing my profile. Everyone has an interesting story to tell of how they got to where they are now. Therapy can help change the plot and perhaps develop new chapters. I have been a psychologist for over 25 years- initially in a medical setting and then in private practice. I have expertise working with people with medical conditions as well as with depression and anxiety. I treat couples and individuals ranging from 18 years through the lifespan.
Hello; thanks for viewing my profile. Everyone has an interesting story to tell of how they got to where they are now. Therapy can help change the plot and perhaps develop new chapters. I have been a psychologist for over 25 years- initially in a medical setting and then in private practice. I have expertise working with people with medical conditions as well as with depression and anxiety. I treat couples and individuals ranging from 18 years through the lifespan.
(781) 916-8839 View (781) 916-8839
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Elizabeth (Ellie) K. Handleman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
Not accepting new clients
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychologist with more than 30 years of experience. A clear and healthy professional relationship can be a source of support and growth as clients grapple with the difficulties that arise in their lives. I offer support, feedback, and a new perspective as well as provide information on psychological functioning as well as skills and techniques to cope with problems. I teach clients energy psychology techniques (including EFT) that they can use on their own with very good results. I often work with mood and anxiety disorders, as well as trauma, using EMDR when appropriate.
I am a compassionate and knowledgeable psychologist with more than 30 years of experience. A clear and healthy professional relationship can be a source of support and growth as clients grapple with the difficulties that arise in their lives. I offer support, feedback, and a new perspective as well as provide information on psychological functioning as well as skills and techniques to cope with problems. I teach clients energy psychology techniques (including EFT) that they can use on their own with very good results. I often work with mood and anxiety disorders, as well as trauma, using EMDR when appropriate.
(781) 691-5824 View (781) 691-5824
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Lillian Kelmelis
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I believe that the journey to growth and healing is a very personal one. My aim is to guide you to your goals with a therapeutic plan that works best for you. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for clients to work on a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, life changes, improving communication, and more. I am ready to help and lend a listening ear. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I offer individual therapy as well as parent guidance and coaching. I am currently accepting new clients.
As a therapist, I believe that the journey to growth and healing is a very personal one. My aim is to guide you to your goals with a therapeutic plan that works best for you. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for clients to work on a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, life changes, improving communication, and more. I am ready to help and lend a listening ear. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I offer individual therapy as well as parent guidance and coaching. I am currently accepting new clients.
(339) 444-2360 View (339) 444-2360

Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.