Therapists in Longmeadow, MA

Please Email to reach me. I offer therapy for those who are feeling stuck, helpless, and alone whether that is due to anxiety, grief, past trauma, or physical/medical conditions. I also work with elders and caregivers dealing with aging process. You may also be experiencing one or more of the following symptoms: irritability, breathlessness, distracted, insomnia, nightmares, shame, flashbacks, digestive issues and unhealthy eating habits. You may have read self-help books but not satisfied with the outcome. Are you are ready to create lasting changes? Together, we will aim to help you feel hopeful & for a felt sense of relief.

Kimika is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 15+ years of clinical experience partnering with adults, children, families and couples seeking help with a wide variety of issues. She specializes particularly in treating individuals impacted by trauma including but not limited to attachment issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sociocultural issues, addiction, emotion regulation issues, loss, and life transition.

Dr. Sumio Shinohara is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Massachusetts who has more than 15 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, men’s issues, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, grief and loss, and relationship issues. Dr. Shinohara received a master of science in counseling psychology from Abilene Christian University in TX, and completed his doctor of psychology in clinical psychology at William James College in MA. He also received his psychoanalytic training at the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis.

Do you feel overwhelmed when facing the obstacles in your life? Have you tried to find ways to help yourself, but no matter what you do, things are not getting better? Therapy can help you find new ways of dealing with the challenges in life that have become too much to handle alone. Every person has a reservoir of strength inside. Through compassionate, supportive therapy, you can connect to your strengths to develop new ways of dealing with problems and difficult feelings, relationships, and transitions.

I provide client-centered psychotherapy services that are tailored to the needs of each client. I draw from a variety of theoretical orientations including Psychodynamic (insight oriented) and behavioral (skills oriented) treatment approaches.

I have had the privilege of serving people of all ages and of various backgrounds since 2005. I particularly enjoy working with youth who are excited to learn how to manage their emotions and behaviors. I also find the joy of working with individuals who would like to untangle their thoughts, heal from their old wounds, and/or feel understood and supported. You may be diagnosed with depression, anxiety, PTSD or you may be experiencing daily life struggles. I will walk with you while you go through your journey.

I consider that answers are within clients, not in therapists, and I am here to help you find your own answers. My approach is truly eclectic, since I have deeply studied each of various methods, including psychodynamic, humanistic, person-centered, relational focused, Jungian, and cognitive & behavioral approaches. The approach is chosen based on my client's conditions, needs, and the stage of changes at that time. I also sometimes provide information about the connections among the brain, the nervous system, body conditions, and thoughts/emotions/behaviors.

I have been working as a therapist since 1997. As a marriage and family therapist, I work with couples, families, as well as individuals.

I accept health Insurances (Not Self-Pay). Have you been going through a difficult time lately and looking for extra support and guidance? Have you been seeking positive changes in your life? Have you been searching for genuine healing for your suffering? Welcome! I will walk beside you as you take steps toward the life that you desire. My clinical focuses are: Stress Management, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Unwanted Behavior, Emotional Eating, repetitive negative Thoughts, Lack of confidence, and Loneliness.