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Paula Esther Johnson
Counselor, MEd, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01902  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling unmotivated, inadequate; experiencing difficulty focusing, and/or feeling self-conscious and depressed? If so, you may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD or other MH condition. As you may already know, these difficulties make it hard to function in your daily roles including work, family social and/or academic progress.
Have you been feeling unmotivated, inadequate; experiencing difficulty focusing, and/or feeling self-conscious and depressed? If so, you may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD or other MH condition. As you may already know, these difficulties make it hard to function in your daily roles including work, family social and/or academic progress.
(978) 733-7680 View (978) 733-7680
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Jeannette L. Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01902
I weave together traditional talk therapy and holistic healing techniques, including energy healing, to address trauma symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression & interpersonal/family conflict.
The path to healing takes courage, strength and perseverance. I believe every person has the ability to heal from traumatic experiences, overcome life challenges, and effectively manage stress. As a seasoned clinician, Reiki Master/Teacher, with a focus on social justice, I incorporate holistic, mind-body integration techniques into my practice with you. As you embark on this healing journey, together as a team, we will develop goals tailored specifically to your needs.
I weave together traditional talk therapy and holistic healing techniques, including energy healing, to address trauma symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression & interpersonal/family conflict.
The path to healing takes courage, strength and perseverance. I believe every person has the ability to heal from traumatic experiences, overcome life challenges, and effectively manage stress. As a seasoned clinician, Reiki Master/Teacher, with a focus on social justice, I incorporate holistic, mind-body integration techniques into my practice with you. As you embark on this healing journey, together as a team, we will develop goals tailored specifically to your needs.
(978) 219-6624 View (978) 219-6624
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Jay Nakhai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01902
I am the founding executive director/owner of Aeon Counseling & Consulting, a company that empowers individuals and organizations to achieve their missions. I have nurtured my clinical practice independently with Spanish speaking populations for more than a decade and I believe in an approach that is ruthlessly compassionate.
I am the founding executive director/owner of Aeon Counseling & Consulting, a company that empowers individuals and organizations to achieve their missions. I have nurtured my clinical practice independently with Spanish speaking populations for more than a decade and I believe in an approach that is ruthlessly compassionate.
(781) 516-6351 View (781) 516-6351
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.