Dance Movement Therapy in Littleton, MA

The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.

Kate's area of expertise is in working with children, teens, young adults and parents, including a specialty in developing and elite performing artists and athletes. Kate's background as a former professional ballet and modern dancer make her uniquely qualified to work with artists of all ages. She enjoys working with young adults as they navigate life transitions, relationships and identity expansion. She draws on influences from Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Expressive Therapies in a holistic approach to help affect positive growth and change for her clients.

My ideal client would be someone who seeks to find meaning in their lives. They feel lost, as though they need direction. They often feel like their point of view is different and seek to understand themselves and others. Their needs are to feel safe, heard, and validated. Goals would include finding meaning in life and building a life based on that meaning, whether it be continuing their path with a renewed sense of purpose, starting a new job or going to school; ultimately identifying and channeling their inner beliefs into something that is productive and/or satisfies their needs.

Taking the first step and searching for a therapist can sometimes be a little overwhelming. Our Tyngsboro practice consists of 5 dedicated therapists, all with different specialities and approaches that we can match to best fit your needs. Please check out our website and bios for more information. If you, or a loved one is struggling, or if you need some support and guidance, please contact us to learn more about our services. We create individualized treatment plans based on your unique qualities, strengths, and challenges.

My therapeutic style is warm, open and supportive; and my hope is to create a safe, non-judgmental space. I am an eclectic clinician, but tend to borrow heavily from humanistic, person-centered, strengths-based work. I share these styles through the expressive art therapies. It is my fundamental ethic and value to view my clients as whole, and who are made up of a multitude of gifts, talents and strengths. I have many years experience working with adults, young adults and teens.. Is your child having difficulty with self-esteem, mental health, and coping abilities? I am here to help you.

I specialize in using mindfulness, meditation, movement, nutrition, supplementation, and holistic modalities. I enjoy working with people seeking to make a change in their health and discover their inner-potential. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, elderly, couples and families.

Krystal Elizabeth Garcia Deras (she/they) M.A., R-DMT is a bilingual/bicultural queer first-generation daughter of immigrants native to Honduras and Nicaragua, and a student of opening her heart wider to herself, life, and all their relations in spirit and in flesh. They are the first college graduate of their Garcia family, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology from Bryn Mawr College in 2013 and Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling Specializing in Dance/Movement Therapy from Lesley University in 2020.

I offer knowledgeable and affirming relationship and identity support to queer, trans, kinky, and polyamorous clients. I'm a nonbinary lesbian who is passionate about serving LGBTQIA+ clients. I come from a sex-positive, trauma-informed, and pleasure-focused perspective. I value the mind-body connection and can use a body-oriented approach to help you navigate how mental health symptoms manifest in the body, how trauma shows up in a dysregulated nervous system, and how we can cultivate relationships with our bodies to reconnect with the present through mindfulness, imagination, and play.

Life is everchanging, and we go through different seasons and transitions, often being asked to access our resilience and coping skills to navigate our path in the moment. Having to face life transitions can sometimes feel anxiety provoking and scary, but also can be transformational and exciting. Starting from where you are, and looking forward, we can craft your next chapter of your life, while challenging thoughts or unproductive coping mechanisms that you’ve become accustomed to and past narratives or stories that might keep you stuck or feeling undeserving of a joyful peaceful life.

Nikki works with children and adults of all backgrounds, specializing in children with special needs, parenting/co-parenting, couples' therapy and polyamory, international students, and Asian mental health. She has experience with a wide range of issues including anxiety, communication, self-image, personal growth, relational issues, boundary setting, neurodivergent and queer experiences, racial trauma, etc. Her therapeutic approach is creative and relational, and she provides language-specific care in both English and Mandarin Chinese.

I am passionate about supporting and guiding women through major life transitions using somatic movement therapy. I have a specific interest in how through supportive, compassionate connection; a person’s nervous system can be re-wired to feel safe and grounded through various forms of expressive arts. My intention is to create a gentle space for you to experience your own voice openly and honestly by assisting the development and expression of your unique strength and resilience within the therapeutic relationship and most importantly within your personal relationships.

I invite all ages into the therapeutic relationship and will work with individuals, families, couples and groups. My background supports a variety of modalities, populations and identified disorders; I have a particular skill set to work with folks affected by Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Grief and/or Addictions. With my background in Fine Arts and Expressive Therapies using creative approaches is of particular interest.

I am a warm, compassionate, and caring clinician. My training is in talk therapy, dance/movement therapy, and Ketamine Assisted Therapy. I believe in the connection between the body and mind and help individuals heal mentally, physically and emotionally. I integrate expressive arts in addition to CBT and DBT. I take a person-centered approach to therapy!

I believe that your own creative process is the arena for greater self-awareness. I am transparent and authentic in my responses and find this to be the cornerstone of my practice. I currently provide individual and group therapy. My work is rooted in body centered psychotherapy, bridging support networks specifically between clients and families, building skills for greater coping and supporting individuals on their journey towards personal growth.

The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.

Juliana (she/her) is a clinician who has experience providing therapy to young adults (16+), LGBTQIA+ folks and adults of any and all genders and ages. Juliana provides care for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, personality disorders and trauma as well as those navigating difficult life events and transitions. Juliana uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness-based practices and expressive therapies with her clients and aims to take a person-centered and strengths-based approach.

When stress & anxiety keep you from feeling like yourself, it makes everything harder. I can help you change the ways you deal with stress, tension and struggle, and improve your relationships. Anxiety and stress can be related to trauma in your past, difficulty managing demands and day to day problems, or the challenge of big life changes. I use somatic psychotherapy, mind-body, and creative approaches to help my clients make profound change. You can have less tension, worry, self-doubt, and feelings of isolation and feel more energy, joy, connection and support.

I am a strong believer in human potentiality and using the uniqueness of each client to achieve transformational growth through a person-centered, strength-based, and empowerment driven approach. You will receive a holistic approach through strengthening one’s mind (psyche), body (movement), and spirit (meditation) as well as traditional modalities. I work with all ages and genders in order to empower my clients to transcend to your highest potential, live life well, and achieve a life of excitement. Don't just get better...THRIVE! Together, we will re-align your body, mind and energy (vibe) to achieve your best filfulling life.

We just hired a new clinician - Immediate Openings! As the owner of Modern Soul Therapy LLC, we strive to cultivate a deep sense of empathy and non-judgment to build a safe, collaborative, and empowering environment for clients to explore their greatest potential. My belief in the power of human resilience drives my work with clients, resulting in an eclectic, creative, and client-centered approach. I have extensive knowledge in trauma informed care, evidenced based practices such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, creative arts therapies, narrative therapy techniques, existential therapy, positive psychology, somatic therapy and mindfulness.