Family Therapy in New Salem, MA
Many people who have experience in therapy remain puzzled as to why they find it so difficult to change even after learning about the dynamics of their emotional suffering. Thinking processes can only take us so far and often are unable to instigate a deep psychological shift.
Unconscious processes, even brought into the light, will resist attempts to think them away. Imagination and the body are the home of the subconscious. It is in that world, that real and lasting change can transpire. Together we will attempt to get close and "withstand" conflicts of the mind rather than "understand" them.
Many people who have experience in therapy remain puzzled as to why they find it so difficult to change even after learning about the dynamics of their emotional suffering. Thinking processes can only take us so far and often are unable to instigate a deep psychological shift.
Unconscious processes, even brought into the light, will resist attempts to think them away. Imagination and the body are the home of the subconscious. It is in that world, that real and lasting change can transpire. Together we will attempt to get close and "withstand" conflicts of the mind rather than "understand" them.
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We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
If you are looking to help yourself, your family and want to thrive from an adjustment in your life, grieving of a loved one, help with parenting or just overall stressed out.
I have been licensed (LMHC) for 9 years, my speciality is children, but I do work with adults too. I have been working with children for more then 30 years. I am trained in play therapy, CBT, Trauma-focused therapy, grief/loss, children of divorce, OCD, parent-child conflicts, relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, child adoption, IEP's, school related issues, couples therapy and existential therapy - focuses on free will, self-determination and the search for meaning. I believe blending elements from different approaches and tailor the treatment according to each patient's needs. I believe individuals have strengths.
If you are looking to help yourself, your family and want to thrive from an adjustment in your life, grieving of a loved one, help with parenting or just overall stressed out.
I have been licensed (LMHC) for 9 years, my speciality is children, but I do work with adults too. I have been working with children for more then 30 years. I am trained in play therapy, CBT, Trauma-focused therapy, grief/loss, children of divorce, OCD, parent-child conflicts, relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, child adoption, IEP's, school related issues, couples therapy and existential therapy - focuses on free will, self-determination and the search for meaning. I believe blending elements from different approaches and tailor the treatment according to each patient's needs. I believe individuals have strengths.
Calm in the middle of the storm; strength to overcome any obstacle; courage, resilience and determination - these are qualities I seek to cultivate in my clients. My goal is to not only offer my clients relief from disturbing emotional and cognitive symptoms but to support them in manifesting their highest potential. My clinical work has been described as "effective," "holistic", "multi-modal," "results oriented," blending the science of Western Psychology with the intuition of the Eastern spiritual traditions. I focus on root cause for powerful healing. Hardworking clients committed to their growth flourish in my care.
Calm in the middle of the storm; strength to overcome any obstacle; courage, resilience and determination - these are qualities I seek to cultivate in my clients. My goal is to not only offer my clients relief from disturbing emotional and cognitive symptoms but to support them in manifesting their highest potential. My clinical work has been described as "effective," "holistic", "multi-modal," "results oriented," blending the science of Western Psychology with the intuition of the Eastern spiritual traditions. I focus on root cause for powerful healing. Hardworking clients committed to their growth flourish in my care.
I am an LMHC that has worked in the field for 8 years, helping individuals and families identify and conquer challenges that interfere with their ability to achieve their goals and live their best lives. I have spent years working in clinical community settings with a wide variety of people, all ages, seeking help with anything from addiction and legal issues to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma, sleep and eating issues. I use a holistic and humanistic approach that includes CBT, psychodynamic methods, transpersonal work and strengths identification as well as hope building and psychoeducation.
I am an LMHC that has worked in the field for 8 years, helping individuals and families identify and conquer challenges that interfere with their ability to achieve their goals and live their best lives. I have spent years working in clinical community settings with a wide variety of people, all ages, seeking help with anything from addiction and legal issues to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma, sleep and eating issues. I use a holistic and humanistic approach that includes CBT, psychodynamic methods, transpersonal work and strengths identification as well as hope building and psychoeducation.
Susan Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, MA 01364 (Online Only)
Prioritizing your mental health by entering psychotherapy offers the opportunity to work on challenges in life and begin the process of self-discovery and healing. It is this process that allows you to get to the root of your emotional challenges through a therapeutic relationship where you can get help reaching solutions and learn new ways of problem-solving. I will help sort out and manage difficulty in relationships, feelings of depression and anxiety and identity issues. Many of my clients have issues with long term relationships and I offer the support they need to manage these situations.
Prioritizing your mental health by entering psychotherapy offers the opportunity to work on challenges in life and begin the process of self-discovery and healing. It is this process that allows you to get to the root of your emotional challenges through a therapeutic relationship where you can get help reaching solutions and learn new ways of problem-solving. I will help sort out and manage difficulty in relationships, feelings of depression and anxiety and identity issues. Many of my clients have issues with long term relationships and I offer the support they need to manage these situations.
I believe that psychotherapy is a collaborative process in which a safe and welcoming space is co-created. This space allows room to supportively explore-with curiosity and self-compassion-the patterns of interaction, behavior, and thoughts that might no longer serve their purpose. I am an accomplished clinician with over 15 years of direct experience. I began my professional career in San Francisco and have since relocated back to my roots in central Massachusetts. I have worked successfully with many clients with a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, strengths, challenges, and coping strategies.
I believe that psychotherapy is a collaborative process in which a safe and welcoming space is co-created. This space allows room to supportively explore-with curiosity and self-compassion-the patterns of interaction, behavior, and thoughts that might no longer serve their purpose. I am an accomplished clinician with over 15 years of direct experience. I began my professional career in San Francisco and have since relocated back to my roots in central Massachusetts. I have worked successfully with many clients with a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, strengths, challenges, and coping strategies.
I have a great deal of experience working with clients who struggle to regulate their emotions in many contexts. I have a broad array of experience working successfully with clients struggling with relationships, trauma, as well as anger, depression and anxiety.
I have a great deal of experience working with clients who struggle to regulate their emotions in many contexts. I have a broad array of experience working successfully with clients struggling with relationships, trauma, as well as anger, depression and anxiety.
Do you sometimes feel like you’re stuck in a loop? Are you running into the same obstacles over and over? Do your interpersonal relationships seem to repeat the same scripts, or echo each other? Are you ready to look at the underlying feelings that you’ve been reacting to and try some new behaviors to shift these patterns? We can diffuse these reactions, take your energy back, and explore new paths toward the life you were meant to live, and we will find tools to address these barriers that leverage your strengths!
Do you sometimes feel like you’re stuck in a loop? Are you running into the same obstacles over and over? Do your interpersonal relationships seem to repeat the same scripts, or echo each other? Are you ready to look at the underlying feelings that you’ve been reacting to and try some new behaviors to shift these patterns? We can diffuse these reactions, take your energy back, and explore new paths toward the life you were meant to live, and we will find tools to address these barriers that leverage your strengths!
The first goal I have in my work is to care about, deeply listen to, and accept the person sitting with me. The second goal is to help my clients reach the goals they’re coming to me with, sometimes after helping them figure out what they are. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy in sessions, working to identify the thoughts and behaviors that are contributing to what is bringing each person in and then finding ways to integrate new ones. I seek to find a counseling style that works for each client, using their strengths and preferences to create a space that is comfortable and effective for anyone coming to see me.
The first goal I have in my work is to care about, deeply listen to, and accept the person sitting with me. The second goal is to help my clients reach the goals they’re coming to me with, sometimes after helping them figure out what they are. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy in sessions, working to identify the thoughts and behaviors that are contributing to what is bringing each person in and then finding ways to integrate new ones. I seek to find a counseling style that works for each client, using their strengths and preferences to create a space that is comfortable and effective for anyone coming to see me.
Carolyn McGill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Leverett, MA 01054 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adult clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress and adjustment issues related to life stressors. I have extensive experience working with individuals impacted by trauma,issues of loss, disability, chronic illness and pain. My work includes assisting individuals who have survived trauma and abuse, as well as those who struggle with addiction. I blend introspective exploration of one self with cognitive, behavioral, supportive and problem-solving approaches. My goal is to create a safe setting where one is able to explore and create a path towards healing and growth.
I work with adult clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress and adjustment issues related to life stressors. I have extensive experience working with individuals impacted by trauma,issues of loss, disability, chronic illness and pain. My work includes assisting individuals who have survived trauma and abuse, as well as those who struggle with addiction. I blend introspective exploration of one self with cognitive, behavioral, supportive and problem-solving approaches. My goal is to create a safe setting where one is able to explore and create a path towards healing and growth.
Melanie Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Somerville, MA 02143 (Online Only)
Has it been hard to maintain healthy relationships? Are you often consumed with worry or sadness? Do past traumas weigh on you and negatively impact your present experiences? I am experienced in supporting adults of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. Many people I have worked with have tried to find ways of coping by numbing feelings with substance abuse, or by avoiding parts of themselves that are hard to face. I am here to support as people work toward healing emotional wounds, deepening self-awareness, self-compassion, and developing healthy, effective coping skills.
Has it been hard to maintain healthy relationships? Are you often consumed with worry or sadness? Do past traumas weigh on you and negatively impact your present experiences? I am experienced in supporting adults of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. Many people I have worked with have tried to find ways of coping by numbing feelings with substance abuse, or by avoiding parts of themselves that are hard to face. I am here to support as people work toward healing emotional wounds, deepening self-awareness, self-compassion, and developing healthy, effective coping skills.
I provide traditional, holistic and transpersonal psychotherapy, empowering people with hope, skills for positive change and a path for total well being. I help Individuals feeling stuck, discontent,and desiring greater fulfillment. Clients love my work. I provide a natural approach to mental health. Working together, blocks and struggles are transformed, unlocking inner wisdom and personal power. For over 30+ years, I offer a compassionate, intuitive presence, healing the root cause of the problem. Clients express feeling greater clarity, integration, self acceptance and inner strength. I also teach inner skills of mindfulness, meditation and spiritual development.
I provide traditional, holistic and transpersonal psychotherapy, empowering people with hope, skills for positive change and a path for total well being. I help Individuals feeling stuck, discontent,and desiring greater fulfillment. Clients love my work. I provide a natural approach to mental health. Working together, blocks and struggles are transformed, unlocking inner wisdom and personal power. For over 30+ years, I offer a compassionate, intuitive presence, healing the root cause of the problem. Clients express feeling greater clarity, integration, self acceptance and inner strength. I also teach inner skills of mindfulness, meditation and spiritual development.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 7 years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds in acute care and outpatient settings. Effective therapy requires a relationship between patient and provider founded on trust and mutual understanding. I am supportive, non-judgmental, trustworthy, optimistic, and understanding. I believe in meeting people where they are in order to guide them towards self-awareness so they can develop their full potential.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 7 years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds in acute care and outpatient settings. Effective therapy requires a relationship between patient and provider founded on trust and mutual understanding. I am supportive, non-judgmental, trustworthy, optimistic, and understanding. I believe in meeting people where they are in order to guide them towards self-awareness so they can develop their full potential.
J Cori Chandler, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wendell, MA 01379
Not accepting new clients
I have specific training in TIC (Trauma Informed Care), CBT (Cogntive Behavior Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and Mindfulness Practices.
I’m a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in helping people of all ages and identities move beyond conditioned habits of thinking and behaving through the development of self awareness, self acceptance and self-nurturing behaviors. I enjoy supporting people overcome issues related to anxiety, depression, self-confidence, trauma, grief, obsessive thinking, impulsivity and addiction.
I have specific training in TIC (Trauma Informed Care), CBT (Cogntive Behavior Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and Mindfulness Practices.
I’m a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in helping people of all ages and identities move beyond conditioned habits of thinking and behaving through the development of self awareness, self acceptance and self-nurturing behaviors. I enjoy supporting people overcome issues related to anxiety, depression, self-confidence, trauma, grief, obsessive thinking, impulsivity and addiction.
Paul Doud
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wendell, MA 01379 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Intimate life partnerships are incredibly important to us. They provide a solid base for all that we do in life, from raising children, to doing our work in the world, to simply enjoying life. When that relationship becomes less than safe and secure, it can throw us into deep distress. We get into arguing, misunderstanding, distancing, emotional pain, fear, confusion, hopelessness, or numbing out. Our best attempts to regain a loving connection may not work, or make things worse. This is not uncommon. Couples caught up in repeating patterns of distress and disconnection often need help to get unstuck and reconnected in love.
Intimate life partnerships are incredibly important to us. They provide a solid base for all that we do in life, from raising children, to doing our work in the world, to simply enjoying life. When that relationship becomes less than safe and secure, it can throw us into deep distress. We get into arguing, misunderstanding, distancing, emotional pain, fear, confusion, hopelessness, or numbing out. Our best attempts to regain a loving connection may not work, or make things worse. This is not uncommon. Couples caught up in repeating patterns of distress and disconnection often need help to get unstuck and reconnected in love.
Evangeliah Tsui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orange, MA 01364 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Imagine how different your experience in the world would be if you could tap into all your talents and abilities. You have strengths that you may not even realize. Some of these strengths may be affected by traumatic events, environmental stressors, internal/external conflicts (identity and personal beliefs), mental health and medical challenges. My style consists of providing a compassionate, person-centered, trauma-informed lens that allows my clients the ability to identify their goals and restore a sense of control back in their lives.
Imagine how different your experience in the world would be if you could tap into all your talents and abilities. You have strengths that you may not even realize. Some of these strengths may be affected by traumatic events, environmental stressors, internal/external conflicts (identity and personal beliefs), mental health and medical challenges. My style consists of providing a compassionate, person-centered, trauma-informed lens that allows my clients the ability to identify their goals and restore a sense of control back in their lives.
Online Therapists
I am a spiritually oriented psychologist who has been practicing psychotherapy with individual adults and couples in the Greater Lowell community for 40 years and am certified as a marriage and family therapist (AAMFT) and pastoral counselor as well as a psychologist. I have practiced contemplative prayer/meditation in the Christian and Buddhist traditions for many years and integrate mind/body/spirit approaches to healing with counseling. Weaving strands from psychology, psychotherapy, and holistic healing continues to be my passion and I welcome persons of all faith persuasions or none.
I am a spiritually oriented psychologist who has been practicing psychotherapy with individual adults and couples in the Greater Lowell community for 40 years and am certified as a marriage and family therapist (AAMFT) and pastoral counselor as well as a psychologist. I have practiced contemplative prayer/meditation in the Christian and Buddhist traditions for many years and integrate mind/body/spirit approaches to healing with counseling. Weaving strands from psychology, psychotherapy, and holistic healing continues to be my passion and I welcome persons of all faith persuasions or none.
Life is a journey, and from time to time, we all face challenges that we would benefit from discussing with a thoughtful and compassionate listener. I am such a person, plus I own this practice. While I believe therapy is a collaborative enterprise, I also believe when successful, therapy requires an active and experienced guide. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a variety of personal, family, and mental health issues. I have more than 20 years experience working as a therapist. My therapy orientation is eclectic though my foundation is psychodynamic and strengths based.
Life is a journey, and from time to time, we all face challenges that we would benefit from discussing with a thoughtful and compassionate listener. I am such a person, plus I own this practice. While I believe therapy is a collaborative enterprise, I also believe when successful, therapy requires an active and experienced guide. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a variety of personal, family, and mental health issues. I have more than 20 years experience working as a therapist. My therapy orientation is eclectic though my foundation is psychodynamic and strengths based.
I have also completed Postgraduate Fellowships in Adult psychotherapy at the Boston Institute for Psychotherapy and the Massachusetts Institute for Psychoanalysis, and obtained Advanced Training in Couples Therapy at the Psychoanalytic Couple and Family Institute of New England.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a special interest in Adult and Couple psychotherapy. I work with individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, loss or grief, life transitions, trauma, and relationship and marital difficulties. I offer a safe and respectful exploratory space within which I strive to get to know and understand my clients. My approach is collaborative and empowering. Together we discover what the client needs and how best to respond to those needs. The client's experience of finding what is needed within the therapeutic relationship contributes towards personal growth and change.
I have also completed Postgraduate Fellowships in Adult psychotherapy at the Boston Institute for Psychotherapy and the Massachusetts Institute for Psychoanalysis, and obtained Advanced Training in Couples Therapy at the Psychoanalytic Couple and Family Institute of New England.
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a special interest in Adult and Couple psychotherapy. I work with individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, loss or grief, life transitions, trauma, and relationship and marital difficulties. I offer a safe and respectful exploratory space within which I strive to get to know and understand my clients. My approach is collaborative and empowering. Together we discover what the client needs and how best to respond to those needs. The client's experience of finding what is needed within the therapeutic relationship contributes towards personal growth and change.
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.