In Person Therapists in Billerica, MA
Everyone faces stressors and challenges in their daily life. In the world today anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and addiction are common issues. Engaging in therapy is a way for a person to start to take back control of their life. Starting therapy is taking a deep dive into issues that are negatively impacting a person's life and figuring out realistic plans forward.
Everyone faces stressors and challenges in their daily life. In the world today anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and addiction are common issues. Engaging in therapy is a way for a person to start to take back control of their life. Starting therapy is taking a deep dive into issues that are negatively impacting a person's life and figuring out realistic plans forward.
Substance use disorder can take on a life of its own if left untreated. Mental health issues can prevent a person from realizing their full potential. I welcome you to take the first step in your healing process. I specialize in utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to confront whatever negative beliefs you may have developed over the years. You have the ability to break the cycle.
Substance use disorder can take on a life of its own if left untreated. Mental health issues can prevent a person from realizing their full potential. I welcome you to take the first step in your healing process. I specialize in utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to confront whatever negative beliefs you may have developed over the years. You have the ability to break the cycle.
You: "I can't deal with how I feel any longer. I am not myself, and I don't know what else to do!" Me: I am here to help you feel good again. I will help you find your way back to the path that highlights your strengths, encourages your desires, and pushes you to be the best version of yourself. We will work together to move you from surviving to thriving. We will focus on understanding what obstacles are holding you back from doing the things you want to do and developing strategies that use your strengths to keep you on the path toward feeling good.
You: "I can't deal with how I feel any longer. I am not myself, and I don't know what else to do!" Me: I am here to help you feel good again. I will help you find your way back to the path that highlights your strengths, encourages your desires, and pushes you to be the best version of yourself. We will work together to move you from surviving to thriving. We will focus on understanding what obstacles are holding you back from doing the things you want to do and developing strategies that use your strengths to keep you on the path toward feeling good.
I believe in meeting you where you are and helping you find your path to healing. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or seeking a deeper connection to your spiritual self, I am here to support you every step of the way.
I believe in meeting you where you are and helping you find your path to healing. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or seeking a deeper connection to your spiritual self, I am here to support you every step of the way.
I am a strengths based therapist who works with adults, adolescents and children. I enjoy working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression and stress. I am solution focused and utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness skills to help my clients with regulating their emotional ups and downs as well as slowing down the stream of thoughts they often experience due to busy, hectic lives.
I am a strengths based therapist who works with adults, adolescents and children. I enjoy working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression and stress. I am solution focused and utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness skills to help my clients with regulating their emotional ups and downs as well as slowing down the stream of thoughts they often experience due to busy, hectic lives.
Hi, I'm Brad, an LMHC intern with a passion for helping individuals like you discover joy and healing through personalized therapy. With 2 years in the field, I bring a unique blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), art therapy, and play therapy to our sessions.
Hi, I'm Brad, an LMHC intern with a passion for helping individuals like you discover joy and healing through personalized therapy. With 2 years in the field, I bring a unique blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), art therapy, and play therapy to our sessions.
I have a special passion for helping my clients eliminate phrases like “I can’t” and "I'm not good enough." I truly believe that we are wired to overcome so much more than we give ourselves credit for, and I want to be the one to support you on you journey. I will always be open to your point of view, welcoming of our differences, and supportive of your needs.Your peace is my priority. We will work together to develop a clear picture of you- your feelings, behaviors, thoughts, and goals- in order to move you into a positive mindset and feeling like you are in control of your future.
I have a special passion for helping my clients eliminate phrases like “I can’t” and "I'm not good enough." I truly believe that we are wired to overcome so much more than we give ourselves credit for, and I want to be the one to support you on you journey. I will always be open to your point of view, welcoming of our differences, and supportive of your needs.Your peace is my priority. We will work together to develop a clear picture of you- your feelings, behaviors, thoughts, and goals- in order to move you into a positive mindset and feeling like you are in control of your future.
Melissa O'Meara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Billerica, MA 01821
For over two decades, I've been a guiding light in the field of clinical social work, specializing in empowering individuals, couples, and families to overcome life's toughest challenges. With a wealth of experience working within the adoption and foster care system, I've honed my skills in navigating complex issues such as trauma, attachment, grief, and family dynamics.
For over two decades, I've been a guiding light in the field of clinical social work, specializing in empowering individuals, couples, and families to overcome life's toughest challenges. With a wealth of experience working within the adoption and foster care system, I've honed my skills in navigating complex issues such as trauma, attachment, grief, and family dynamics.
You know that something needs to change, but you don’t know what it is, or how to start. You have been told that you are “too sensitive" or "too emotional” and feel like no one else experiences the world the way you do. You find yourself feeling overwhelmed by everyone and everything much of the time. If you can relate to this, I am here to help. My goal is to work with you in a way that is empowering, compassionate and collaborative. I meet you where you are. I strive to help you identify and use your inner resources to turn your perceived “flaws” into strengths.
You know that something needs to change, but you don’t know what it is, or how to start. You have been told that you are “too sensitive" or "too emotional” and feel like no one else experiences the world the way you do. You find yourself feeling overwhelmed by everyone and everything much of the time. If you can relate to this, I am here to help. My goal is to work with you in a way that is empowering, compassionate and collaborative. I meet you where you are. I strive to help you identify and use your inner resources to turn your perceived “flaws” into strengths.
Everyone has a time in their life when they need help. I have been helping people understand their difficulties and develop strategies and skills to overcome those struggles for over 15 years. As a clinical Social Worker I have worked in many different therapeutic settings aiding individuals with various problems including depression, anxiety, family and couples issues, academic difficulties, and health and wellness struggles. I believe that once you learn how to focus on what is going on inside of you and become more accepting of it; you will have the power to heal yourself.
Everyone has a time in their life when they need help. I have been helping people understand their difficulties and develop strategies and skills to overcome those struggles for over 15 years. As a clinical Social Worker I have worked in many different therapeutic settings aiding individuals with various problems including depression, anxiety, family and couples issues, academic difficulties, and health and wellness struggles. I believe that once you learn how to focus on what is going on inside of you and become more accepting of it; you will have the power to heal yourself.
Discover a path to happier and healthier living with me. I am a warm and dedicated licensed clinical psychologist. I can work with you to create the life that you want.
Discover a path to happier and healthier living with me. I am a warm and dedicated licensed clinical psychologist. I can work with you to create the life that you want.
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For over 25 years, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults in residential, community, home-based, outpatient, farm and nature based settings. My passion for helping in partnership with my love of horses led me to psychotherapy with equine interaction and EMDR with equine interaction. Although I value, respect and integrate a variety of techniques, I find myself astounded by the horses' ability to ground us in the moment and reflect we need to see. Within this reflection emerges a powerful awareness that can promote new opportunities for insight, understanding and freedom from burdens and traumas previously inaccessible.
For over 25 years, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults in residential, community, home-based, outpatient, farm and nature based settings. My passion for helping in partnership with my love of horses led me to psychotherapy with equine interaction and EMDR with equine interaction. Although I value, respect and integrate a variety of techniques, I find myself astounded by the horses' ability to ground us in the moment and reflect we need to see. Within this reflection emerges a powerful awareness that can promote new opportunities for insight, understanding and freedom from burdens and traumas previously inaccessible.
When you are struggling with life's challenges, you want to get to the heart of the issues so that you can overcome the anxiety, depression, trauma, fears, anger, and other emotions that are preventing you from experiencing joy, peace, and freedom. There is hope that you can enjoy life, healthy friendships and relationships, and heal the ones that are troubled. Whether your struggles stem from primary/early family dynamics, or more recent developments, together we can build a strong, healthy therapeutic alliance to identify and achieve your needs and goals. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
When you are struggling with life's challenges, you want to get to the heart of the issues so that you can overcome the anxiety, depression, trauma, fears, anger, and other emotions that are preventing you from experiencing joy, peace, and freedom. There is hope that you can enjoy life, healthy friendships and relationships, and heal the ones that are troubled. Whether your struggles stem from primary/early family dynamics, or more recent developments, together we can build a strong, healthy therapeutic alliance to identify and achieve your needs and goals. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
At North Star Guidance Center, is a virtual behavioral group practice. We maintain an unwavering commitment to building strong, healthy relationships between caretakers, supportive community resources and service providers. Our group provides individual, group, couples, family therapy. We work collaboratively to provide a comprehensive continuum of care that will best serve both individuals and families. As a group, we encourage integrated approaches to healing and offer a variety of trauma informed services to match particular needs.
At North Star Guidance Center, is a virtual behavioral group practice. We maintain an unwavering commitment to building strong, healthy relationships between caretakers, supportive community resources and service providers. Our group provides individual, group, couples, family therapy. We work collaboratively to provide a comprehensive continuum of care that will best serve both individuals and families. As a group, we encourage integrated approaches to healing and offer a variety of trauma informed services to match particular needs.
For over twenty five years I have enjoyed counseling individuals. I work with them to develop coping strategies which will improve their situation and empower them to achieve more satisfying lives. My successes come because I start where my clients are and treat them non-judgmentally. As essential as that is, I also believe in solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. My goal is for them to learn from therapy, not to make therapy a way of life.
For over twenty five years I have enjoyed counseling individuals. I work with them to develop coping strategies which will improve their situation and empower them to achieve more satisfying lives. My successes come because I start where my clients are and treat them non-judgmentally. As essential as that is, I also believe in solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. My goal is for them to learn from therapy, not to make therapy a way of life.
Laurel Ashcraft
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LADC-I
Verified Verified
Billerica, MA 01821
Waitlist for new clients
I provide telehealth services if requested after meeting in person first.
My specialty is helping others develop an optimistic state of mind. I have learned that every person is the right person to help when they are ready. You are far more powerful than you may think, and you can have a profound impact on your own happiness. Changing your thoughts and behaviors can be difficult. It takes time and practice, but it can be done. Our brain has a dramatic impact on how we think, feel, and behave from moment to moment. Everyone can experience negative thoughts and emotions sometimes, but it is how you accept, express, and cope with them that turns into your reality.
I provide telehealth services if requested after meeting in person first.
My specialty is helping others develop an optimistic state of mind. I have learned that every person is the right person to help when they are ready. You are far more powerful than you may think, and you can have a profound impact on your own happiness. Changing your thoughts and behaviors can be difficult. It takes time and practice, but it can be done. Our brain has a dramatic impact on how we think, feel, and behave from moment to moment. Everyone can experience negative thoughts and emotions sometimes, but it is how you accept, express, and cope with them that turns into your reality.
My ideal client is open and receptive to change, willing to address the past, and ready to heal forward. They are persistent and committed to understanding healing as a journey. They are looking for support and guidance in a safe, trusting space that will allow them to learn how to live a more fulfilling life.
My ideal client is open and receptive to change, willing to address the past, and ready to heal forward. They are persistent and committed to understanding healing as a journey. They are looking for support and guidance in a safe, trusting space that will allow them to learn how to live a more fulfilling life.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their patterns, thoughts, and unique stories. They may be struggling with anxiety or depression or haven't fully processed traumas and attachment issues in their lifetime. This ideal client may be detached from their emotions, have a hard time letting go, or find it difficult to experience joy. This person is motivated for change and seeks more insight about themselves.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their patterns, thoughts, and unique stories. They may be struggling with anxiety or depression or haven't fully processed traumas and attachment issues in their lifetime. This ideal client may be detached from their emotions, have a hard time letting go, or find it difficult to experience joy. This person is motivated for change and seeks more insight about themselves.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
