Therapists in Berkshire County, MA
Susan Gesmer, MA Becoming-Your-True-Self.com
MA
Verified Verified
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Working from a foundation of feminist, psychological and psychosocial theories in my coaching practice, I draw from Humanist, Gestalt, Transpersonal, Jungian, Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Psychosynthesis, Ecopsychology, Buddhism, and Mind-Body Paradigms.
I’m entering the twenty-first century in my clinical practice. I’m very excited to be offering “Text Coaching”: Problem solving, working through creative blocks, dealing with difficult medical situation, facing family or relationships struggles, exploring your mind, spirit, soul and heart, all through text messaging. If you’re interested in knowing more and/or exploring this with me, please email. I am a 68 year old practitioner and have been in the helping field for much of my adult life. I was a psychotherapist for 20 years before shifting to coaching.
Working from a foundation of feminist, psychological and psychosocial theories in my coaching practice, I draw from Humanist, Gestalt, Transpersonal, Jungian, Psychodynamic, Family Systems, Psychosynthesis, Ecopsychology, Buddhism, and Mind-Body Paradigms.
I’m entering the twenty-first century in my clinical practice. I’m very excited to be offering “Text Coaching”: Problem solving, working through creative blocks, dealing with difficult medical situation, facing family or relationships struggles, exploring your mind, spirit, soul and heart, all through text messaging. If you’re interested in knowing more and/or exploring this with me, please email. I am a 68 year old practitioner and have been in the helping field for much of my adult life. I was a psychotherapist for 20 years before shifting to coaching.
Lisa Loustaunau
Not Verified Not Verified
Lenox, MA 01240 (Online Only)
"It is my intention to be of service in your journey, to support you in being all of who you are and live from your authenticity. To help you find the courage to know and express your real needs, to feel all of your feelings, and to let go of the defense patterns that limit your experience of aliveness and do not serve your higher purpose."
"It is my intention to be of service in your journey, to support you in being all of who you are and live from your authenticity. To help you find the courage to know and express your real needs, to feel all of your feelings, and to let go of the defense patterns that limit your experience of aliveness and do not serve your higher purpose."
Wren Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lee, MA 01238
I work extensively with mindfulness and guided meditation as a tools for greater self-knowledge and healing. Reactivity to the stressors of life is often based on limiting negative beliefs about self, others, and life itself. We unknowingly pick up such ideas in childhood and hold them as gospel truths, when actually they are lies that keep us stuck. The focus of therapy is to see beyond these false ideas, to loosen the energetic blocks that they cause, and to be free to live the truth of who you really are--beyond your anxiety, depression, compulsive thoughts, or habits. Change is much more possible than you may think!
I work extensively with mindfulness and guided meditation as a tools for greater self-knowledge and healing. Reactivity to the stressors of life is often based on limiting negative beliefs about self, others, and life itself. We unknowingly pick up such ideas in childhood and hold them as gospel truths, when actually they are lies that keep us stuck. The focus of therapy is to see beyond these false ideas, to loosen the energetic blocks that they cause, and to be free to live the truth of who you really are--beyond your anxiety, depression, compulsive thoughts, or habits. Change is much more possible than you may think!
Nina Pick
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Barrington, MA 01230
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like your needs don't matter or have trouble identifying what they might be? Do you feel stuck in states of self-judgement or guilt? Do you feel numb or disconnected, or overwhelmed by the stressors of daily life? I believe that it is absolutely possible to transform your relationship with yourself and others, and to move through the world with a greater sense of ease and belonging. Together we'll start with building a sense of safety and connection, then gently explore the old patterns and obstacles that hold you back from your full aliveness.
Do you feel like your needs don't matter or have trouble identifying what they might be? Do you feel stuck in states of self-judgement or guilt? Do you feel numb or disconnected, or overwhelmed by the stressors of daily life? I believe that it is absolutely possible to transform your relationship with yourself and others, and to move through the world with a greater sense of ease and belonging. Together we'll start with building a sense of safety and connection, then gently explore the old patterns and obstacles that hold you back from your full aliveness.
Ani (Anne) Nadler Grosser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lenox, MA 01240
In my 30 years as a therapist with individuals, couples and groups, I have been a sustaining presence and catalyst for people to open to new possibilities for themselves and make life-affirming choices. My specialties include couples counseling, relationship and women's issues, group facilitation. I am a Certified Imago Relationships therapist and a Safe Conversations Leader (safeconversations.com). I facilitate a bi-weekly Women's Healing and Empowerment Group. Currently I only see clients on zoom. At this time, I am only accepting new referrals for couples therapy.
In my 30 years as a therapist with individuals, couples and groups, I have been a sustaining presence and catalyst for people to open to new possibilities for themselves and make life-affirming choices. My specialties include couples counseling, relationship and women's issues, group facilitation. I am a Certified Imago Relationships therapist and a Safe Conversations Leader (safeconversations.com). I facilitate a bi-weekly Women's Healing and Empowerment Group. Currently I only see clients on zoom. At this time, I am only accepting new referrals for couples therapy.
Nancy Richards-Marcus
Counselor, LMHC, 200hYTT, PKT
Verified Verified
Great Barrington, MA 01230
Are you seeking Natural Ways to feel better? Alleviate depression, calm anxiety, center the mind, improve relationships.. Knowing your strengths and customizing resources are an essential part of this process. Together we establish personalized ways to find peace, that you can look forward to practicing. I listening for, and help you find skills that support lasting and effective positive change.
Are you seeking Natural Ways to feel better? Alleviate depression, calm anxiety, center the mind, improve relationships.. Knowing your strengths and customizing resources are an essential part of this process. Together we establish personalized ways to find peace, that you can look forward to practicing. I listening for, and help you find skills that support lasting and effective positive change.
Heart & Soul Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsfield, MA 01201
I create a safe, supportive space within which you can dare to fully be yourself and experience what you are really feeling. Life is challenging and it can be hard to thrive going it alone. I can help you to work through blocks and become more loving and whole. Loving yourself as you are releases your life energy and opens you to new opportunities and possibilities. Choices become clear and change then becomes a natural, nearly effortless flow. We live in a time of nearly constant distraction and disconnect - I help people focus on themselves and what they really need.
I create a safe, supportive space within which you can dare to fully be yourself and experience what you are really feeling. Life is challenging and it can be hard to thrive going it alone. I can help you to work through blocks and become more loving and whole. Loving yourself as you are releases your life energy and opens you to new opportunities and possibilities. Choices become clear and change then becomes a natural, nearly effortless flow. We live in a time of nearly constant distraction and disconnect - I help people focus on themselves and what they really need.
Louise Binette
Counselor, LMHC, SEP, ISP III, BC-DMT, C KMP
Verified Verified
Williamstown, MA 01267 (Online Only)
My focus is to provide a peaceful and welcoming environment, so you may feel at ease in your healing process. Together we can explore your challenges and beliefs, help you develop new ways of coping, and encourage greater awareness & insight, so you may reach your goals of wellness, balance, and greater joy & fulfillment in your life. As a seasoned integrative psychotherapist, I have years of experience accompanying diverse individuals who experienced issues such as stressful life challenges & transitions, grief/loss, self-esteem & body image issues, mood disorders, gender & sexual identity issues, creativity & relational problems.
My focus is to provide a peaceful and welcoming environment, so you may feel at ease in your healing process. Together we can explore your challenges and beliefs, help you develop new ways of coping, and encourage greater awareness & insight, so you may reach your goals of wellness, balance, and greater joy & fulfillment in your life. As a seasoned integrative psychotherapist, I have years of experience accompanying diverse individuals who experienced issues such as stressful life challenges & transitions, grief/loss, self-esteem & body image issues, mood disorders, gender & sexual identity issues, creativity & relational problems.
Amanda McCall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsfield, MA 01201 (Online Only)
Life in our modern world can feel both overwhelming and isolating. It takes a lot to simply survive; working, raising a family, navigating relationships of all kinds, and expectations of instant communication with others. As we go through the motions of daily life, we can become disconnected from our-selves; the part of self that feels excited about life, that dreams, and feels wonder. When we are disconnected from ourselves, it is difficult to be connected to others in a way that feels fulfilling. This feeling of separateness can exacerbate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Life in our modern world can feel both overwhelming and isolating. It takes a lot to simply survive; working, raising a family, navigating relationships of all kinds, and expectations of instant communication with others. As we go through the motions of daily life, we can become disconnected from our-selves; the part of self that feels excited about life, that dreams, and feels wonder. When we are disconnected from ourselves, it is difficult to be connected to others in a way that feels fulfilling. This feeling of separateness can exacerbate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Cate Wolff
MEd , TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
Pittsfield, MA 01201
It is possible for all people to affect change in their lives, and to feel more contentment and empowerment, no matter your age or how long you have been struggling. Congratulations on having the courage to reach out. We all need support in navigating life and asking for help is the first step in that direction. The individuals and couples that are seeking my services are looking for guidance in communicating with family members and significant others, decision-making, coping with depression and anxiety, challenging patterns due to past trauma, and support in making changes in any area of life.
It is possible for all people to affect change in their lives, and to feel more contentment and empowerment, no matter your age or how long you have been struggling. Congratulations on having the courage to reach out. We all need support in navigating life and asking for help is the first step in that direction. The individuals and couples that are seeking my services are looking for guidance in communicating with family members and significant others, decision-making, coping with depression and anxiety, challenging patterns due to past trauma, and support in making changes in any area of life.
Nyack Holistic Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Not Verified Not Verified
Sheffield, MA 01257
* DEPRESSION- ANXIETY- STRESS- TRAUMA- RELATIONSHIPS- MIDLIFE- LIFE TRANSITION - GRIEF AND LOSS - PHYSICAL ILLNESS - LIFE-PATH AND PURPOSE * I work with many individuals who feel that they have come to a crossroad, that their life situation is troubled or unfulfilling. Issues of low self esteem, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck or various stress related symptoms are common. Many tools are offered to assist the journey towards self empowerment and mastery, increased happiness and fulfillment. My approach include: in depth heart centered dialogue; mindfulness techniques, cognitive-behavioral , emotional healing; meditation and expressive arts.
* DEPRESSION- ANXIETY- STRESS- TRAUMA- RELATIONSHIPS- MIDLIFE- LIFE TRANSITION - GRIEF AND LOSS - PHYSICAL ILLNESS - LIFE-PATH AND PURPOSE * I work with many individuals who feel that they have come to a crossroad, that their life situation is troubled or unfulfilling. Issues of low self esteem, anxiety, depression, feeling stuck or various stress related symptoms are common. Many tools are offered to assist the journey towards self empowerment and mastery, increased happiness and fulfillment. My approach include: in depth heart centered dialogue; mindfulness techniques, cognitive-behavioral , emotional healing; meditation and expressive arts.
Beth Newman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Williamstown, MA 01267
To be a compassionate companion in the process of healing is an honor I hold as sacred. Wherever you may find yourself on your journey, I will witness, listen, ask deep questions, and offer support without judgement. My goal is to provide a safe space that allows you to remember and know who you are. I will support you to learn to understand your lived and embodied experience with a spacious sense of connectedness. Combining expressive and creative techniques with mindfulness-based practices, we will work together towards integration and wholeness based on your chosen goals.
To be a compassionate companion in the process of healing is an honor I hold as sacred. Wherever you may find yourself on your journey, I will witness, listen, ask deep questions, and offer support without judgement. My goal is to provide a safe space that allows you to remember and know who you are. I will support you to learn to understand your lived and embodied experience with a spacious sense of connectedness. Combining expressive and creative techniques with mindfulness-based practices, we will work together towards integration and wholeness based on your chosen goals.
Online Therapists
Sharon Manning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742 (Online Only)
Life is filled with challenging events that can push us beyond our limits. These moments can either propel us toward growth or leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected from ourselves. I bring 17 years of experience in the field and specialize in helping people navigate these challenges. I am well-versed in various therapeutic modalities, primarily utilizing a combination of IFS, EMDR, and transpersonal approaches. The goal is to help you regain your balance, foster resilience, and learn how to tap into your innate inner healing capacity during difficult times.
Life is filled with challenging events that can push us beyond our limits. These moments can either propel us toward growth or leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected from ourselves. I bring 17 years of experience in the field and specialize in helping people navigate these challenges. I am well-versed in various therapeutic modalities, primarily utilizing a combination of IFS, EMDR, and transpersonal approaches. The goal is to help you regain your balance, foster resilience, and learn how to tap into your innate inner healing capacity during difficult times.
Rosemary P. Christoph
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 (Online Only)
I utilize IFS, Jungian and Transpersonal modalities, to tap into the Invisible World, that reservoir of meaning and healing within.
I am a lively, caring, dynamic feminist psychotherapist located in Shelburne Falls, Mass. with over 40 years of experience with counseling and therapy. I have openings for individual clients, teenagers, people under personal stress or in a relationship crisis. couples. LGBTQ clients are also very welcome. I have particular experience with trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, shame, debt crises, abusive family patterns that need to be changed. My goal in our sessions is to nurture your capacity for decision-making, for healing, for life change, and to explore impasses until they shift into turning points...
I utilize IFS, Jungian and Transpersonal modalities, to tap into the Invisible World, that reservoir of meaning and healing within.
I am a lively, caring, dynamic feminist psychotherapist located in Shelburne Falls, Mass. with over 40 years of experience with counseling and therapy. I have openings for individual clients, teenagers, people under personal stress or in a relationship crisis. couples. LGBTQ clients are also very welcome. I have particular experience with trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, shame, debt crises, abusive family patterns that need to be changed. My goal in our sessions is to nurture your capacity for decision-making, for healing, for life change, and to explore impasses until they shift into turning points...
Laura Silva
Counselor, MA, LicMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609 (Online Only)
I provide traditional, holistic and transpersonal psychotherapy, empowering people with hope, skills for positive change and a path for total well being. I help Individuals feeling stuck, discontent,and desiring greater fulfillment. Clients love my work. I provide a natural approach to mental health. Working together, blocks and struggles are transformed, unlocking inner wisdom and personal power. For over 30+ years, I offer a compassionate, intuitive presence, healing the root cause of the problem. Clients express feeling greater clarity, integration, self acceptance and inner strength. I also teach inner skills of mindfulness, meditation and spiritual development.
I provide traditional, holistic and transpersonal psychotherapy, empowering people with hope, skills for positive change and a path for total well being. I help Individuals feeling stuck, discontent,and desiring greater fulfillment. Clients love my work. I provide a natural approach to mental health. Working together, blocks and struggles are transformed, unlocking inner wisdom and personal power. For over 30+ years, I offer a compassionate, intuitive presence, healing the root cause of the problem. Clients express feeling greater clarity, integration, self acceptance and inner strength. I also teach inner skills of mindfulness, meditation and spiritual development.
Ashley Butler
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Athol, MA 01331 (Online Only)
I am an LMHC that has worked in the field for 8 years, helping individuals and families identify and conquer challenges that interfere with their ability to achieve their goals and live their best lives. I have spent years working in clinical community settings with a wide variety of people, all ages, seeking help with anything from addiction and legal issues to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma, sleep and eating issues. I use a holistic and humanistic approach that includes CBT, psychodynamic methods, transpersonal work and strengths identification as well as hope building and psychoeducation.
I am an LMHC that has worked in the field for 8 years, helping individuals and families identify and conquer challenges that interfere with their ability to achieve their goals and live their best lives. I have spent years working in clinical community settings with a wide variety of people, all ages, seeking help with anything from addiction and legal issues to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma, sleep and eating issues. I use a holistic and humanistic approach that includes CBT, psychodynamic methods, transpersonal work and strengths identification as well as hope building and psychoeducation.
Erin Battistoni
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
I incorporate practical skills from DBT, systems theory, parts work, and solution focused therapy as well as existential and transpersonal approach to work with the spiritual aspects of your development and soul purpose (if that is meaningful for you).
I am passionate about creating space for clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures, to share freely who you are, being able to explore your values, feelings, and thoughts within an authentic and accepting environment. I believe that we each have many layers that influence how we experience the world and our lives. My areas of expertise include addressing depression/anxiety, adjustment to college, grief, life transitions & stress related issues, finding existential meaning/life purpose, academic performance, and LGBTQIA+ together with related issues of marginalization and familial expectations.
I incorporate practical skills from DBT, systems theory, parts work, and solution focused therapy as well as existential and transpersonal approach to work with the spiritual aspects of your development and soul purpose (if that is meaningful for you).
I am passionate about creating space for clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures, to share freely who you are, being able to explore your values, feelings, and thoughts within an authentic and accepting environment. I believe that we each have many layers that influence how we experience the world and our lives. My areas of expertise include addressing depression/anxiety, adjustment to college, grief, life transitions & stress related issues, finding existential meaning/life purpose, academic performance, and LGBTQIA+ together with related issues of marginalization and familial expectations.
Dori Dittmer
MA, PLC
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
Are you an artist who is surrendering to life's challenges that prevent you from what's possible inside of your craft? Like: up all night worrying, constantly at loggerheads with your partner, have a lot to say to the world but don't know where to start, or you've reached a block or dead end in your creativity. You want time and energy to create your jaw-dropping art! And to have happy relationships with your partner and your kids, sleep well at night, contribute something to society, and have time to fully enjoy your life.
Are you an artist who is surrendering to life's challenges that prevent you from what's possible inside of your craft? Like: up all night worrying, constantly at loggerheads with your partner, have a lot to say to the world but don't know where to start, or you've reached a block or dead end in your creativity. You want time and energy to create your jaw-dropping art! And to have happy relationships with your partner and your kids, sleep well at night, contribute something to society, and have time to fully enjoy your life.
M. Sarah Carr
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
I am a somatic psychotherapist specializing in body-based healing. I enjoy working with clients who want to step out of disempowering narratives and embrace their own capacity. I have 20+ years of experience working with many populations and conditions. Recently I have specialized in couples therapy using the Developmental Model and Attachment work. I only work with a limited number of couples at this time, but these approaches deeply inform my work, even with individuals. I have recently narrowed my practice to focus on clients in acute need or looking to do more focused chapters of work or growth vs ongoing maintenance therapy.
I am a somatic psychotherapist specializing in body-based healing. I enjoy working with clients who want to step out of disempowering narratives and embrace their own capacity. I have 20+ years of experience working with many populations and conditions. Recently I have specialized in couples therapy using the Developmental Model and Attachment work. I only work with a limited number of couples at this time, but these approaches deeply inform my work, even with individuals. I have recently narrowed my practice to focus on clients in acute need or looking to do more focused chapters of work or growth vs ongoing maintenance therapy.
Zaida Govan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01151
I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.
I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.
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Transpersonal Therapists
How does transpersonal therapy work?
Transpersonal therapy focuses on a patient’s spirituality and meaning in life. Transpersonal therapists might borrow from Eastern traditions as well as Western psychology. They may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork to produce altered states of consciousness. The therapist helps the patient to access their consciousness and spirituality to work through difficult mental states.
How long does transpersonal therapy last?
Because the goal is to understand a person as a whole, including their spirituality, treatment can range from months to a year or beyond. While patients learn the philosophy behind transpersonal therapy during treatment, they can also practice its principles throughout life after therapy sessions have ended.
Is transpersonal therapy effective?
Patients have found success with transpersonal therapy; this method is useful in improving anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, fears, relationship problems, and other concerns. Improvements in problem areas can continue even after transpersonal therapy ends, as individuals can utilize the tools they’ve learned during treatment sessions.
What are the limitations of transpersonal therapy?
There is some research on the effectiveness of transpersonal therapy, but empirical support for this therapy approach is sparse. It does not have the robust evidence base of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy.