Therapists in Barnstable County, MA

When one looks for a therapist to help, what are they really looking for? Someone who understands, someone who listens, someone who cares, and someone who can help one help oneself. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, creative, and compassionate professional to assist in your journey toward health, then I can help you. In addition to my training as a clinical mental health counselor, versed in traditional talk therapies as well as cognitive behavioral, I also offer expressive arts therapy. Psychology Today defines expressive therapy as combining "psychology and the creative process to promote emotional growth and healing."

The Art of Recovery is about drawing on one's own courage, sparking one's own natural curiosity and creativity, igniting personal passion, rediscovering enthusiasm, and ultimately living beyond recovery.

As a Child and Family Psychologist with over 40 years experience, I utilize a life-span developmental approach within a Positive Psychology framework for therapy and can provide specialized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to children, families, adolescents and adults. I offer treatment for a variety of psychological conditions and concerns, especially ADD, ASD & PTSD, and provide functional assessments and treatment sessions in my office. I do offer remote online sessions along with office sessions, but I don't do internet-only treatments. Leave a phone message if you want a return call, but email contacts get a quicker response.

I am an experienced licensed mental health counselor providing outpatient behavioral health treatment to children, adolescents and adults. With a compassionate approach, I assist with the development of strategies and coping mechanisms that will increase life satisfaction and functionality. Our appointments together are opportunities to share presenting concerns, establish a collaborative relationship, and identify specific and achievable goals.

The decision to seek therapy can be challenging, but once you begin, you may be surprised by the changes that unfold. Finding a therapist who makes you feel safe, supported and hopeful is central to this process. After reading about my approach to therapy, please feel free to reach out to me by phone or email so we can discuss your particular situation and whether I may be able to help.

I offer individual telehealth therapy to adults and seniors, through a user-friendly, HIPAA compliant platform. I accept Medicare and most commercial insurances as well as out-of-pocket payment. I have more than 19 years of experience collaborating with clients to successfully address a variety of behavioral, relationship and challenging life issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, life transitions, substance abuse and infidelity. I utilize a number of therapeutic modalities, depending on the issue to be addressed, including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, self psychology, motivational interviewing and EMDR.

I work with people suffering with substance use disorders, and persons with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I use a variety of approaches that are tailored to each individual, to assist them in reaching their full potential.

I like to think of our treatment connection as a journey and that I am your guide. I help others to gain a better understanding of their situation and to embrace change as a necessary part of life. Life does require us to listen in order to make these changes. My role is to help you listen in a new and different way.

Telehealth appointments only. If you are wanting to experience more inner peace, self awareness, connection and happiness I am here to help you on that path. If you are living with depression, anxiety, trauma, or struggling with difficult transitions in your life; relationships, work, stress, grief or loss I want to help. Your therapy is tailored to your specific emotional and mental health needs, focusing on the connection of mind, body and spirit. You will receive an integrative experience that looks at you as a whole person, not just a symptom. You will be given concrete tools to improve your life and experience increased joy.

You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience helping people deal with substance abuse disorder and other mental health issues. I have also, worked with people that are living with anxiety and depression. I believe that it is crucial to hold people accountable for their own recovery and we can work together to reach whatever goals you hope to achieve. I use a variety of approaches which include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution focused therapy. I can support you with creating attainable goals each week and develop a plan to take control of your life.

Leek Therapy, LLC, consists of 6 therapists: Amy Leek, LMHC; Meridith Wirtz, LICSW; Amy Griffin, LMHC; Emily Moore, LICSW; Charlene Flynn, LMHC; Shannon Devaney, LMHC. We all have a "True Compass" which represents our moral values, intuition, inner guidance, and our true authentic selves. We operate in relation to our true compass as it provides centeredness, & when we feel off-course, our compass needle will reorient and guide us back to our true selves. We can head east then west, accepting help from others along the way, and use our true compass to guide our journey to our ultimate destination."