EMDR Therapists in Worthington, MA

I work with individuals, couples and families looking for understanding, safety and connection in their lives. Whether the difficulty and pain you experience comes from trauma, neglect, abandonment or relationship conflict I believe you have the capacity and right to heal, feel good and live a good life; and that you can! I've worked with people recovering from childhood neglect, sexual and emotional abuse and the lack of connection that comes from preoccupied, distant, disconnected and or self absorbed parents. I'm constantly amazed at the power of this work.

I have spent the last 20 years focusing on helping adults become more comfortable within themselves. I work with my clients to develop balance through compassionate exploration of what has created difficulties for them. My focus is helping the client find the resources within themselves to manage the discomfort created by emotional dysregulation.

I specialize in helping people cope with the internal and external stressors of life. I do so by creating a safe space in order to build a strong therapeutic relationship. It is then that we can explore your personal experience while working to discover and strengthen coping skills to promote resiliency. My work is heavily trauma informed with roots in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Psychodynamic Therapy.

I work in a very collaborative way to help you to achieve your personal goals. The fit is essential and so I invite you to meet with me to see if the match feels right. In our initial meetings I will want to get an understanding of what is working well in your life as well as what is not working well. I will also obtain a history and after a couple of sesions I will share with you my assessment of you and your problems and will recommend a treatment approach that I think will be helpful.

I work with adolescents and with adults at all stages of life who are seeking a collaborative approach to navigating life stressors, deepening self-awareness and insight, and processing trauma. I work from an anti-oppressive lens, with the understanding that systemic harm and inequity impact and are often the root cause of mental health challenges. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, races, gender identities, cultures.

Kenny is a proud US Navy Veteran (Corpsman/Medic) and therapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, self-sabotaging behaviors, and performance improvement. Are you genuinely curious about unhelpful patterns that seem to keep showing up in your life and relationships? Do you ask why you can't let things go, have trust issues, or the inability to relax? You keep putting other's needs first, have trouble setting boundaries or communicating your needs? Unable to see your purpose? Real change can only occur when you are genuinely curious about uncovering recurring patterns and are motivated to try out new strategies to break them.

I create a safe,supportive and nurturing environment for change to take place.I guide you in making changes that allow you to feel more successful,satisfied and empowered in your life. Along with this comes fulfilling relationships and work, enhanced self-esteem, physical well-being and more connection to yourself.I assist you in learning to interrupt negative patterns and self-defeating behaviors and help you replace them with positive feelings,new beliefs and life affirming behaviors.In the process you discover inner resources and develop self-acceptance and self compassion.I bring warmth,humor,compassion and wisdom to the process.

Do you struggle with living in a state of overwhelm that affects your work, home life, or relationships? Are you finding yourself strongly reacting to seemingly small things, and wondering, “what’s wrong with me?” Do you feel out of touch with yourself, outside of yourself, shutting down mentally & emotionally? Are you feeling lost, unheard, or betrayed in your relationship? If you can answer "yes" to any of these questions, then you have come to the right place, and there is hope for you. In the work we do together, you will be able to have more moments of contentment, assuredness, and power over your own wellness.

As a licensed mental health clinician, I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma related disorders. I work with families to improve relationships and individuals of all ages who suffer from traumatic experiences.

Life can be extraordinarily challenging and finding a therapist that "fits" can be intimidating. I enjoy working with diverse clients from varied backgrounds. My passion is working with motivated clients to address trauma, anxiety, and various life transitions. I also enjoy working with teenagers navigating the road to adulthood. My role as a therapist is to nurture the innate healing process by teaching the needed skills and utilizing tailored interventions so clients may achieve goals related to improved emotional coping, satisfying relationships, and better quality of life.

I specialize in helping people who have experienced trauma or are going through a life transition. I work with children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. Many of my clients come to me because they are experiencing things like trouble sleeping, anxiety, depression, or stress in their relationships. While I have specific training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I also have expertise in helping people who may be going through big life changes such as going to college, moving to a new city, getting married, or going through a divorce or break up.

Together we can help you become the best version of yourself. I specialize in working with Children, Teens, Young Adults, Adults & Families. Through insight and awareness into thoughts, emotions, and relationships patterns; You will begin to experience profound growth. This is a warm & empathetic space for you to identify concerns, manage emotions, and create realistic, achievable goals.

I am a Social Worker (licensed in both Massachusetts, LICSW and Pennsylvania, LCSW) who earned my Master’s Degree from the University of Chicago. I work with adolescents and adults who are impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, grief, and conflict. I have experience working in a variety of settings, including residential programs, sexual assault crisis centers, and community health centers. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and anti-oppressive frameworks and I utilize a person-centered approach that is welcoming of intersecting identities and experiences.

I specialize in helping people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, low-self-esteem, or who are coping with behaviors such as disordered eating, self-harm, or substance use. I take a warm, collaborative and holistic approach to help you better understand yourself, un-learn old ways of being, and develop the capacity to manage all that life brings. Together, at a pace you are comfortable with, we can explore places in your life where you feel stuck, and move towards the life you want to live. My goal is to help you find peace with yourself and with your body.

I think it is extremely courageous to admit we need help. I believe one of the most important criteria for successful treatment is to have a trusting, open, "therapeutic rapport" with a client. Without trust and a good connection, the therapeutic process cannot begin. With that in mind, I believe the first step is creating an environment safe from judgement and rich in support. My focus is to enable clients to acquire insight, skills, and motivation for emotional, cognitive, and behavioral transitions.I specialize in older adolescent and adult individual therapy as well as family and couples counseling.

Therapy can be a space for growth, understanding, and fulfillment. People seek therapy for many different reasons. You may be looking for support navigating a big life change, making sense of a traumatic experience, working through anxiety or fears that are impacting your life, or figuring out what exactly is holding you back from feeling like your best self. Whatever you are hoping to achieve with therapy, you are not alone.

The choice to prioritize your wellbeing is not always easy. We're glad you’re here. We provide a collaborative, honest and authentic approach. We hold space in a supportive, fluid and comfortable place where we can laugh, cry, swear or whatever you need. You’re the expert of your life and are the driver of your sessions-we help you navigate on your journey to healing and self-discovery. We, as humans, are ever-evolving, and so is our growth. When you’re ready, we can build an authentic, honest and supportive relationship with one another to explore, navigate and identify to create and empower you to lead the life you want to live!