I have been in private practice in Westfield since 1995 with an emphasis on adolescents and adults in need of help coping with life's stressors. These stressors include, but are certainly not limited to depression and anxiety, developmental issues,school anxiety and school refusal, women's issues, parenting difficulties and social issues to name a few. Women in particular often cope with a great deal of stress related to work, family,loss and from time to time, serious illness. These strains can become overwhelming and coping may become difficult and sometimes impossible to do alone.

If you are on this site, you are most probably experiencing some difficulty in your life. For the past 25 years, I have been helping people deal with the challenging issues that life can present and assisting them in living fuller, less stressful lives. I have almost three decades of experience in treating alcohol and drug addiction, grief and loss issues, depression and anxiety. I have seen individuals, couples and families throughout the life cycle as they struggle with being human and attempt to break destructive patterns and live more freely and with more peace of mind.

"Restore Harmony & Peace Within" We offer individual and family counseling and supportive services utilizing a strengths and empowerment approach that focuses on cognitive-behavioral therapeutic techniques. We counsel clients from pre-adolescence through adulthood. Our practice focuses in treating adults with depression/major depression, bi-polar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, anger and stress management difficulties, gay/lesbian factors and substance abuse issues. It is of utmost importance to assist the client in restructuring thought processes while stressing the power of positive thinking for positive results.

The path to parenthood is often bumpy. Whether you’re planning for a baby, coping with a loss, adjusting to parenthood, or have been trying for a while - you are not alone.  We provide evidence-based psychotherapy for all those involved in the parenthood journey - men, women, and couples. Our competent and nurturing therapists will team up with you to create an effective, cohesive plan to address your needs and reduce your stress.  We help treat all kinds of family-building challenges, from mild parenting stress and worry, severe perinatal depression and anxiety, traumatic birth experiences, to grieving the loss of a child.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker(psychotherapist), professor, life coach, consultant, trainer, author &motivational speaker with over 20 year's experience. My Team and I at Great Joy Counseling &Consulting Services are committed to providing specialized services in a variety of treatment modalites. When asked what sets me apart from others in the field, clients cite my keen insight, non-judgmental approach & depth of experience as the key factors that make the difference. I provide "just- in- time" services that assist individuals and organizations with refocusing their energy and getting back on track with their goals.

You thought you would be embracing your vision of motherhood. Instead, you may find yourself crippled by waves of anxiety and sadness. Thoughts about your baby getting hurt or not breathing keep intruding in your mind. You worry that you’re not feeling the love and connection you imagined. Exhausted, you feel detached and angry. You’re not. Perhaps, you’re struggling with a birth experience that did not go as expected. It may have been anything from an unexpected cesarean to a near death experience which continues to cause physical and emotional pain. This emotional pain does not have to last forever.

If you're considering psychotherapy you may feel sad, anxious, exhausted, stressed, angry, or alone. We can work to understand those feelings and the experiences which led to them or maintain them. Our work can help you to get back on track or find the strength to change directions.You may discover that you can change habits, improve relationships, and accept yourself as you are. Therapy can also help you to feel freer and more authentic, even in the face of difficult circumstances which cannot be changed. (Please click "website" tab on left for more information.)

Welcome. I specialize in the treatment of a variety of family issues. I treat children and teens struggling with emotional and/or behavioral issues and parents coping with these challenges, infertility and family-building through assisted reproduction or adoption and grief counseling for miscarriage and pregnancy loss. I offer a safe and supportive space to explore the many and often difficult choices and feelings associated with family building options such as IVF, donor sperm/egg, gestational carrier and adoption. I can help you manage the stress inherent in the process and help you work through couples and parenting issues.

*I am currently not accepting any new Patients*Depression and anxiety is not a sign of weakness, but can instead be a sign that you have been strong for too long. I am a supportive and compassionate therapist. The collaborative approach between therapist and client brings about the most successful outcomes. I have been told that I am extremely easy to relate to and am never judgmental. My goal in working with clients is to help them to identify what changes they would like to make and together form a plan to implement those changes. Additionally, I will assist you in developing healthier coping strategies.

Sometimes life throws at us challenges that seem insurmountable. A loved child diagnosed with autism, a spouse that seems out of sync with us, problems with school or work, worries about our future or the future of our loved ones... I have more than 20 years experience working with children, teens and adults, and helping them improve the quality of their lives. My apprach is rooted on psychodynamic psychotherapy, and I strive to provide a warm and caring environment that promotes growth and emotional fulfillment, allows for authenticity, empathy, playfulness and honesty.

I love helping others assess and overcome their challenges while embracing their strengths; physical, emotional, social and spiritual. You deserve to grow and embrace a full and abundant life. My diversified vocational ( nursing, business, writing, counseling and pastoral) background allows me to work and walk with my clients as they heal from their past and move forward to maximize their strengths and accomplish their goals.) If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a broken marriage, family dysfunction, career challenges or so many other things that hold us back from a life of joy, hope and peace...please call me.

If you are troubled by anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, panic, or relationship issues, you may want to try cognitive behavior therapy. I'm a psychologist who has been practicing CBT for over 25 years, and I know how to help people change distressing emotions, self-defeating thoughts, and all kinds of negative behavior patterns. If you come to see me, I'll explain your difficulty in plain English and you and I will develop a treatment plan that will help.

What in your life is not working for you? What if you could identify it, explore it? change it? How would you be leading the life you seek? There is a gross misconception that therapy is for people who are chronically mentally ill. That is not my philosophy. I believe that anyone can be metaphorically driving their car on the road of life and end up off the road, maybe in a ditch. I believe in partnering with my clients to understand the struggle, whether a present challenge, an unresolved past issue, or facing an uncertain future. Together, we can put the car back on the road, or find an entirely new road to follow.

Life is FULL of stress and challenges, starting counseling shouldn't be one of them. We offer outstanding counseling services in a highly confidential environment. Our trained professionals work with individuals of all ages, families, athletes, and organizations to improve quality of life issues, relationships, and productivity. Sessions are custom-tailored to meet your needs on or off-site, in person and via telecommunications. Our goal is to help you develop the tools needed to create positive changes in your life. Let us help you become the happy, confident, successful person you were meant to be!

Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and their are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.

(Unfortunately, I am unable to take on new clients at this time). I believe that therapy is a way of better understanding one's thoughts, feelings and actions, allowing a person to elicit change and ultimately become the best version of themselves. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in work with both Individuals and Couples. I treat adults of all ages, who may be dealing with stress and anxiety, depression, low self-esteem/confidence, relationship related issues, maternal mental health issues (such as infertility, loss, postpartum depression and/or anxiety), as well as, new stage of life stressors and transitions.

I believe that healthy people participate in counseling to become healthier. Sometimes we need some support and assistance along the way to heal from our childhood, let go and move on from some challenges that we have faced or deal with some current difficult issues or losses. I would like to be the person who guides you through this growth process that counseling will provide. It is wonderful to have someone listen just to you and to reflect and understand how you are feeling. I will celebrate with you as you grow and meet your goals. Call today for a free phone consultation.

At Supportive Space Counseling Center we strive to provide the highest possible quality group & individual mental health care services at affordable rates for all, entirely online. At SSCC we believe that no teen or adult should be barred from accessing the exceptional quality mental health care needed to establish & to continue to maintain a life of wellness. We work with children 10-years & up as well as with adults of all ages. SSCC believes that at the heart of sadness there is something missing in one's life. We are here to help you find your purpose & to get back on track to living the life you have always wanted to live.

You have come to a safe, non-judgmental and positive place! I will be there to provide you with support and practical tools to help you cope more effectively, experience personal growth and enjoy life. My style is interactive, positive and warm. I utilize tools from a variety of modalities customized for YOU - drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, psychodynamic therapy and expressive arts (music, performance and writing). I work with people from all walks of life - from judges and attorneys to students and professors, to homemakers, business people, artists and many more.

Seeking help when it is needed is the best way to end feelings of helplessness. I will help you to sort out your problems and discover ways to address them in a gentle, non-judgemental setting. I have been helping people sort through difficult issues for over 20 years. I use my experience and skills, post-graduate training and humor to help my clients identify and utilize ways to get through life's difficult periods.