Therapists in Essex County, MA

My personal and professional experience taught me that sometimes life challenges can overwhelm us and prevent us from experiencing happiness and wellbeing. Reaching out for help may not be easy. Yet, true attentive and non-judgmental connection with another person can bring healing and understanding to our pain. In my practice I use vast array of therapeutic approaches and provide a safe environment allowing positive change through self-exploration.

*WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILTY FOR NEW CLIENTS (VIRTUAL)* We specialize in trauma, anxiety, family conflict and depression but have experience working with a variety of challenges. At Serenity Now Counseling we understand the importance of having a therapist you can connect with. We share a collaborative space in your emotional and relational wellness journey. We will help you understand your symptoms, identify why they have developed, teach you your triggers and learn how to evaluate your goals. Together we will challenge your irrational thoughts that can lead to maladaptive behaviors.

The road to recovery is never the same and therefore everyone deserves their own personalized care plan. My goal is to listen to your specific feelings and needs and then help you obtain the tools necessary to succeed in your personal growth. I am a senior level clinician that has gained a broad perspective in my over 35 year career after working in a wide range of clinical settings.

I believe that how comfortable someone feels with their therapist is the key to a positive treatment outcome. If you can’t speak freely about everything (EVERYthing) with your therapist, the real work of therapy can't occur. And therapy is work. But I will work alongside you - to guide you, and to extract the parts of you that are capable of change. That’s why I love this work - every person who comes to me absolutely has the capacity to evolve and change for the happier. And I am the one who gets to help guide them there. (AS OF 1/6/23: Limited virtual & in-person availability; NO after-school availability at this time.)

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.

Emotional distress comes in many forms. We may feel a nagging unhappiness -- a sense that our lives have become inauthentic, or have gotten off-track. We may feel held back or overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, or perhaps we’re struggling to re-start our lives in the aftermath of trauma. Sometimes it’s the relationships in our lives that leave us conflicted or confused. At times pain can be a catalyst for growth. But if it goes on too long, it can end up preventing us from living fulfilling lives. That’s where I come in.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked with a variety of clients from children to adults. Over the past several years, my work has been focused on treating individuals with chronic and severe mental illness including addictions. I have worked in a variety of settings including individual outpatient clinics, therapeutic mentoring, adult day treatment and community based clinical services focused on helping people remain stable in the community. Through my experience, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse group of clients from many different cultures, ages, religions, and backgrounds.

Welcome! Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, struggling with motivation; or are you observing your kids struggling with anxiety, social skills, depression? Then you have entered the first step in the healing journey. I have over 15 years of experience working with youth, adolescents, and families in multiple setting including schools, residential programs, homes, and outpatient clinics. It is my goal to create a supportive, comfortable, safe environment to allow you to explore your goals and to develop skills to improve your overall well being and confidence.

North Andover Counseling is proud to provide the highest level of outpatient counseling services. We offer individual, family and couples therapy to help you heal from past pain and cope with the challenges of the present. In our 25+ years of practice as licensed Mental Health Counselors, we are grateful for the opportunity to support each person's journey to wellness by partnering to create relationships based on trust, transparency and connection. It takes bravery to start the therapy process. You set the pace that feels manageable and appropriate for your needs. We have appointment openings for morning and early afternoons!

My focus is to create a safe and supportive environment that allows for the opportunity to explore, heal and grow. I assist my clients to gain better understanding of themselves and to gain insight into what prevents them from living more satisfying lives.

Do you feel stuck, not listened to or stressed by life and life's changes? I am greatly rewarded by helping people work through the stresses and problems in their lives. I am patient, understanding and creative.I especially enjoy helping people resolve conflicts within their family or personal life. I welcome clients seeking to deal with family pressures, relationship issues, transitional challenges and the need to develop control of their lives. My goal is to establish a sense of empowerment in my clients.

I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. I began my career in 2009 working in residential programs, and after earning my bachelor’s degree at Rhode Island College, I found myself inspired to pursue a concentrated clinical education. During my Master of Social Work graduate program at Bridgewater State University, I naturally determined the emerging adult population would be my focus.

The most human of desires is to be supported through life's journey toward personal success. Your emotional health and wellbeing are important. Envisioning and building the future you desire requires clear mind and spirit. Working together, we empower you by releasing past experiences that prevent you from creating a deeply satisfying life. I am committed to listening to you deeply, without judgment; to meeting you where you are, asking powerful questions and helping you hear yourself in new ways. In developing tools that allow you to contend with current challenges, you will feel more confident to take bold new steps in your life journey.

I have been in the counseling field for 30 years and have been involved in the treatment of substance use disorders, trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety. I have my own personal recovery experience and have worked in a diverse array of therapeutic settings. Other areas of experience include domestic violence, childhood and family issues, along with grief work. My style is very engaging and I am very open and honest with who ever is before me. I show compassion and respect to those who choose to work with me and in this difficult time I will be incorporating phone sessions to ensure safety for all.