Sandra was awarded Massachusetts "Counselor of the Year " for 2016 and "National Counselor of the Year" at the annual NAADAC convention . A trained therapist that can help with relationships, which include couples and marriage counseling and couples co-dependency. I enjoy helping people with stress and anxiety issues as well as relapse prevention and drug and alcohol recovery counseling. Being in recovery for alcohol and drugs for over 20 years, I can relate well with the pain, losses, and chaos resulting from an addiction to substances. I have had good and bad times in recovery but a clean and sober life beats "using" any day !

Everyone, at some point in their lives, will experience some type of mental health symptom, be it depression, anxiety, loss/grief, addictions to substances or behaviors, and adjustment to major life changes.The good news is that most of us have been using coping skills that we may not even know that we have. Depending on the situation or severity of symptoms, sometimes seeking help to learn new, or healthier coping skills, as well as having someone listen and help prioritize stressors can make a huge difference in our lives and help no longer feel so frustrated, alone and overwhelmed.

The decision to seek therapy can be challenging, but once you begin, you may be surprised by the changes that unfold. Finding a therapist who makes you feel safe, supported and hopeful is central to this process. After reading about my approach to therapy, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or email so we can discuss your particular situation and whether I may be able to help.

** Not accepting new clients at this time. Please email if you would like to be placed on a waiting list** There are a variety of reasons that bring people to counseling. Whatever is motivating you to seek services at this time, know that you are taking a powerful first step towards improving your situation. Therapy is your time for self-care; a time to process and work through difficult thoughts and feelings in collaboration with an objective and empathetic partner, in a welcoming and supportive environment.

My name is Dea Butcher and I am a licensed mental health counselor in the State of Massachusetts. I believe that every individual can achieve an optimum state of health and growth leading towards a sense of wholeness and well being. Individuals, families, and communities are part of a whole and each has an influence on the other. Problems may come from experiences during developmental stages, interactions with others or one’s environment, stress that may be internal or from our relationships with others, and differences between the self and gender or cultural norms.

Ready to better understand how your brain function or learning impacts your day-to-day life? Ready to move forward in your life? I offer Psychological and Neuropsychological Evaluation and Therapy Services. My testing clients may have a neurological disorder or difficulties with attention, focus, organization, and/or memory, neurodevelopmental disorders, medical conditions, and comorbid psychiatric disorders. My therapy clients may have Anxiety related disorders, depression and/or stress which can cause an upheaval in life. I often work with complex families including those with a member who has ASD, disability or dementia.

My name is Aimee Facchini and I am private practioner on Cape Cod, Ma. I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and my Masters in Social work. I am a LICSW with more than 25years of experience. My work experience is diverse and extensive from nonprofit agencies to grass root programs to crisis management to private practice. I have worked with individuals and families struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, identity issues and more. My approach to therapy is to be where the person is at. I take a nonjudgmental stance. I use different therapeutic methods to achieve goals set. I am dedicated to my passion of helping people.

All people are innately good and have the ability to heal themselves. Stressors are ever present in our everyday lives and are manifested through multiple ways. While these stressors can be the genesis of our problems, they are also the catalyst to starting the healing process. After making the decision to seek counseling and wellness care, the second most critical step is who will provide this care. At Westwind Counseling & Wellness we operate from a strong multicultural perspective providing time honored psychotherapy but with a focus on your whole health guided by the core values of Resiliency, Empowerment and Restoration.

I have been a therapist for many years. Therapy, I feel, begins with a relationship, and before someone leaves my office for the first time, I would like them to feel that they are understood and cared for. Very often, people feel overwhelmed in their marriage, , their other relationships, or their life at work. I try to tune in to their current discomfort quickly and give them the idea that we can work together to improve their life.

Above all, my over three decades of professional experience has taught me that central to one's sense of happiness and well being is the nature and quality of her or his human relationships. As a psychologist and psychotherapist, I am guided by this truth as I work with my clients.

** Not currently taking new clients** I believe that if you are seeking help now, then you have made the first step onto the road of recovery. The process of change can be very different for everyone, and I tailor my approach to wherever you are in your journey. My approach is goal directed, yet patient and empathic. I strive to help those motivated for change begin to find their true path in life.

People seem to find me when they are supposed to in life. Clients who come to see me, often feel as though they need support with something in life. They may feel as though they don't know what to do, or need help figuring that out. Mainly I find that most of us experience some sort of interruption in our lives. These interruptions can be addictions, losses, toxic relationships, difficult decisions, traumatic situations or can take many other shapes and forms throughout life. It is my belief that it is through these interruptions, that people often seek counseling and support. No one should have to travel through life alone.

**Currently not taking new clients** It can be scary to ask for help, my primary goal is to meet you where you are without any judgment offering freedom for discovery, hope, and fulfillment with establishing healthy thinking, healthy feeling, and healthy behaving. I am an LMHC and LADC-1, working with individuals to create their best lives and selves.

As a therapist, I feel strongly that trust and open honest communication are vital to establishing the necessary bond that needs to form between therapist and client. This trusting bond makes our work time a safe space to comfortably express your feelings and work on exploration of ways to feel stronger, healthier, more confident and WHOLE! I work hard to accommodate your expectations. I have extensive experience working with those struggling with anxiety and depression. I specialize in couples/marriage counseling.

Has life become overwhelming,stressful,filled with anxiety or depression? My approach is empathetic, compassionate listening in a safe, supportive, judgement-free environment that fosters a sense of self and personal growth. Together we will seek to discover coping strategies to face and overcome life's challenges. Together we will seek to move forward and heal.

Are you feeling stuck, confused, overwhelmed, angry, frustrated, or sad? I am interested in getting to know you and help you solve your problems. We all innately have our own answers, it is just a matter of finding them. I can provide you with the guidance to gain the skills necessary to improve your emotional and physical well being.

No one needs to suffer alone. If you are struggling with difficult life changes, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or addiction - treatment is available. Therapy should be a mutual collaboration towards positive change. Your therapy will be problem focused with understanding and empathy, always working for personal growth.

*** Currently not accepting new clients*** I use a variety of approaches to meet the unique and individual goals of my clients. I strive to help my clients work through the challenges of their past, integrate their present and strive towards their future. I believe relationships form the foundation for healing and encourage my clients to explore a variety of holistic healing practices in addition to traditional psychotherapy.

Things can get better. Are you looking for a respectful, compassionate and confidential setting where your voice will be heard? If you have been struggling with issues such as increased sadness, anxiety or the inability to process emotional events, counseling may help. I use integrated methods such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy and EFT/ Tapping to foster emotional, psychological, interpersonal growth and wellness. My hope is that each client will share a willingness to work together toward a more fulfilling life. Challenges that interfere with life balance can be addressed in therapy.

There is nothing harder than starting every day with the hopeless feeling that nothing is ever going to change and what's the use in trying? Whether caused by addiction to substances or behaviors, you can recover. Together we can do what you can't do alone or with the well meant advice of your friends and relatives. I would like to meet you and help you get started on the rest of your life with an understanding of how you came to the place you feel stuck in and how to move on to a better tomorrow. The hardest step in recovery is admitting you need help and making the call. You never have to be where you are again.