Therapists in Berkshire County, MA

I provide individual therapy for adults who want to gain self awareness and improve their overall quality of life. I work with people on issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships and intimacy, work-related stress, family conflicts, self-esteem, grief and loss, as well as aging and navigating major life transitions. I adapt my work to the client's unique needs, strengths and goals.

When stress & anxiety keep you from feeling like yourself, it makes everything harder. I can help you change the ways you deal with stress, tension and struggle, and improve your relationships. Anxiety and stress can be related to trauma in your past, difficulty managing demands and day to day problems, or the challenge of big life changes. I use somatic psychotherapy, mind-body, and creative approaches to help my clients make profound change. You can have less tension, worry, self-doubt, and feelings of isolation and feel more energy, joy, connection and support.

If you’re reading this, it’s because you have the bravery to acknowledge that things are tough right now, and you may need some help. I want to acknowledge you for doing that. Everybody needs someone to talk to sometimes. If you choose me as your therapist, I promise to be in your corner. Listening deeply to others with care has always come naturally to me. I believe that in every person there is a power deep within that is working to help them to flourish and be free. As a therapist, it’s my job to help you find that part of you and to follow where it leads. It’s hard work, but it’s worth it.

Men and women who appear to benefit the most from working with me are those who arrive via their own motivation. They are clear that something is not working for them and they are open to investigating what might move them forward. Having curiosity as well as a willingness to expand their "comfort zone" contributes to a successful outcome. It is my intention to assist a client in expanding their understanding of their situation, others and themselves. Being "mindful" is more than a slogan; learning to be with things as they are or make changes adds greatly to well-being.

You are exhausted from worry and "keeping it together." You need relief. Somehow, you're getting through each day. On the surface you seem fine, but beneath that you're questioning everything about yourself. You're struggling with friendships, your identity and changes in your life that feel impossible to deal with. You're ready for relief. You’re ready to drop the struggle of needing to do everything "right." You’re ready to have someone help you figure this all out. Most of all, you’re ready to feel peace about who you are and the decisions you make.

Oftentimes when struggling with addiction, it is easy to feel stuck, lost, and alone. We have all faced obstacles that seem challenging to overcome but are necessary to live our lives to the fullest, and addiction recovery is no different. Together, we will work on understanding the “why” behind your substance use and create treatment goals to cope with any trauma or mental illness you may have, and help get you back to living life to the fullest.

I primarily work with teens and young adults; I appreciate and have profound compassion for the challenges presented by this time of life and the concurrent challenges for families. I can see wisdom, potential and ingenuity where young adults and their families may only see obstacles, faults or blame, and my goal is to help clients find that same trust in themselves. I help my clients access and bring forth the qualities they need to achieve their goals, whether that is addressing anxiety, emerging from depression, or exploring things that seem to be blocking forward movement in school, work, relationships, and creativity.

Although I have worked with all age groups with varying types and degrees of problem, my current focus has been in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, the elderly, life coaching and sports psychology. My orientation is humanistic with a strong background in dynamic psychology and ego theory. My approach is spiritual without being particularly religious, based on Christian and Eastern philosophies.

I work with individuals who want to improve the quality of their lives and couples who are having difficulty with communication or resolving conflict. I also teach a mindfulness group to help people gain access to their inner wisdom and resources. My work is to understand the difficulties in the context of the whole person . Together we identify and remove the obstacles that interfere with having a more meaningful life.

I have worked in a variety settings serving a diverse population of clients. Among these are, young adults , chronic illness patients , Veterans and the LGBTQ community. Life is often filled with challenges , transitions and change. Psychotherapy can help weather these storms in a way that is healthy and promotes individual growth. In my work, I assist clients in their personal quests for greater self acceptance and understanding . At times, this work can focus on changes in thought patterns and behaviors as well improving coping skills. When trauma and loss are creating obstacles to living a fulfilling life, I provide a trauma -informed and compassionate approach to care.

I work primarily with individuals who struggle to feel satisfied in their relationships with others as well as in their relationships to themselves, to their core values and aspirations. I find that relationships, to both ourselves and to others, lie at the root of our psychological distress. If our relationships are strained or absent, then we can easily begin to feel anxious and depressed and fall prey to addictive and compulsive behavior. I work best with clients who want to get a bit below the surface and explore other ways of relating.

I will guide you towards FEELING better and DOING better in your life–especially in your relationships! My belief and my experience shows me that we have within us deep wells of strengths, and the capacity to heal and move forward in our lives. But it sure helps to have someone in your corner: Together, we will understand your patterns (your internal patterns, and the patterns in your relationships). With my support, with new insights, and perhaps some new skills, you'll be read to make some positive changes: ...real progress, that lasts!

Email to inquire. Being human is wild. We forget that fact when in the midst of our struggles and problems, so having someone help us find perspective can make all the difference. I have helped folks gain such perspective with issues around anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, trauma processing, who are LGBTQ folks (including transgender folks at any point of their transition), and struggling with postpartum. No matter your struggle, though, what I offer is support and a offer to access the rest of who you are, so you are not defined by your struggle. I work with folks 18 years or older.