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Darcy Woods
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northborough, MA 01532  (Online Only)
I would love the opportunity to work with you and/or your family!.
The present is the ever moving shadow that divides yesterday from tomorrow. In that lies hope. - Frank Lloyd Wright. One of my main goals in the therapeutic relationship is to be a guide for people to have a safe space to develop what they already hold and have within to create the change they are seeking. Having hope and being able to tolerate the present moment are key components to coping with change and distress.
I would love the opportunity to work with you and/or your family!.
The present is the ever moving shadow that divides yesterday from tomorrow. In that lies hope. - Frank Lloyd Wright. One of my main goals in the therapeutic relationship is to be a guide for people to have a safe space to develop what they already hold and have within to create the change they are seeking. Having hope and being able to tolerate the present moment are key components to coping with change and distress.
(508) 794-3544 View (508) 794-3544
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Phyllis Louise Belcher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Northborough, MA 01532
It is hard to make an appointment with a therapist - to realize that there are aspects of your life that just "aren't working". My goal is to offer a safe supportive space where you feel heard and understood. I work with people who are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, and anger: people who are dealing with difficult relationships; people who want to learn better communication skills; people who are struggling to cope with trauma and stressful life events; and people who don't really know what they feel or need but just want to feel better.
It is hard to make an appointment with a therapist - to realize that there are aspects of your life that just "aren't working". My goal is to offer a safe supportive space where you feel heard and understood. I work with people who are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, and anger: people who are dealing with difficult relationships; people who want to learn better communication skills; people who are struggling to cope with trauma and stressful life events; and people who don't really know what they feel or need but just want to feel better.
(978) 634-3034 View (978) 634-3034
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Kate Roy Sullivan, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Northborough, MA 01532
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in cognitive behavioral and psychoanalytic treatment modalities and consider psychotherapy as both an opportunity to address and reduce suffering, and to engage in a process of personal education. My practice focuses on patients who are seeking an alliance in addressing their concerns and suffering as well as patients who are seeking and willing to re-learn and engage in self-exploration toward the ends of better adjustment, understanding and awareness.
I am trained in cognitive behavioral and psychoanalytic treatment modalities and consider psychotherapy as both an opportunity to address and reduce suffering, and to engage in a process of personal education. My practice focuses on patients who are seeking an alliance in addressing their concerns and suffering as well as patients who are seeking and willing to re-learn and engage in self-exploration toward the ends of better adjustment, understanding and awareness.
(508) 281-9747 View (508) 281-9747
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Barbara Lord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northborough, MA 01532
Not accepting new clients
As a licensed therapist I enjoy helping a wide range of individuals facing a variety of challenges make meaningful life changes. I have worked with a culturally diverse population of all ages and most enjoy working with adults, ages 19-90. My style combines empathy, warmth, humor and compassion in a judgment-free, strengths-based environment. I believe a strong and collaborative client-therapist relationship is essential in creating a safe space for change.
As a licensed therapist I enjoy helping a wide range of individuals facing a variety of challenges make meaningful life changes. I have worked with a culturally diverse population of all ages and most enjoy working with adults, ages 19-90. My style combines empathy, warmth, humor and compassion in a judgment-free, strengths-based environment. I believe a strong and collaborative client-therapist relationship is essential in creating a safe space for change.
(508) 709-7118 View (508) 709-7118

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Randy Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
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Mohamed Alsaidy
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Verified Verified
Southborough, MA 01772  (Online Only)
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Kevin Wicker
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
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John 'Jack' Bonina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609
My specialty is family work, but have extensive experience in treating issues of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
My approach with clients recognizes that most people are looking for tangible help, don't have a lot of time between work and family, and want to feel like they are moving toward a better understanding of solutions to address their difficulties. My work with clients acknowledges these issues. I take a very active role in counseling to explore the options with my clients, provide new knowlege of issues where relevant, and help an individual to reach their potential. Issues related to marital/partner, parenting/child, family,work,school,stress, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse are all areas I work with.
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Colorful Resilience LLC
Counselor, LMHC, LICSW
Verified Verified
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Worcester, MA 01601
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Greyson F Houle
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Verified Verified
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I have experience in assisting clients with stress and anxiety, depression, concerns around identity, family roles & conflicts, coping and adjustment to significant life changes, trauma & healing, etc.
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William Craft
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Verified Verified
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Christina Dono
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
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Kerry Lavallee
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Verified Verified
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My trauma-informed practice draws from solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and family systems theories, and therapy is tailored to the individual growth of those with whom I work.
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Christina Costa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
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Sylvia Mignon
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Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
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Mary Fierro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01610  (Online Only)
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Justine Stohl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
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I work with a broad range of issues such as depression, grief, anxiety, trauma/abuse, family and marriage concerns, and much more.
I exclusively devote my practice to the Deaf community, focusing on identifying and responding to the unique needs of Deaf, hard-of-hearing, deaf-blind, and late-deafened individuals; members of the cochlear implant community; and their families.
I work with a broad range of issues such as depression, grief, anxiety, trauma/abuse, family and marriage concerns, and much more.
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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.