Female Therapists in Hadley, MA

Photo of Debra Krumholz, LMHC, MEd, MPH, Counselor
Debra Krumholz
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, MPH
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Most of us decide to enter into therapy because we are in pain and we want to find ways to end the pain. We feel stuck, without choices. While we are drawn to change and growth, it can also be very scary. As your therapist, I see it as my job to help you find the courage to see yourself clearly, to harness your own strength and resources, and to discover your own answers.
Most of us decide to enter into therapy because we are in pain and we want to find ways to end the pain. We feel stuck, without choices. While we are drawn to change and growth, it can also be very scary. As your therapist, I see it as my job to help you find the courage to see yourself clearly, to harness your own strength and resources, and to discover your own answers.
(413) 314-3162 View (413) 314-3162
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Kourtney Roy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, as different types of approaches are effective for each person’s needs. Within my work, I strive to create a safe space for clients to feel seen and heard. I take into account the importance of looking at the whole person and the range of aspects that contribute to who you are. Everyone has their own unique journey, and my goal is to assist you with fostering a life rooted in self-empowerment. As you nourish your body, mind, and spirit, you can unlock your capacity to flourish in every area of life.
I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, as different types of approaches are effective for each person’s needs. Within my work, I strive to create a safe space for clients to feel seen and heard. I take into account the importance of looking at the whole person and the range of aspects that contribute to who you are. Everyone has their own unique journey, and my goal is to assist you with fostering a life rooted in self-empowerment. As you nourish your body, mind, and spirit, you can unlock your capacity to flourish in every area of life.
(413) 206-6525 View (413) 206-6525
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Carol Soules
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you struggling in your relationships or at work? Are you seeking a supportive counseling relationship to help you sort things out and move forward in your life? Whatever life challenges you are facing we will come together to work on them and develop solutions to help you experience relief and reach your goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you struggling in your relationships or at work? Are you seeking a supportive counseling relationship to help you sort things out and move forward in your life? Whatever life challenges you are facing we will come together to work on them and develop solutions to help you experience relief and reach your goals.
(413) 887-3724 View (413) 887-3724
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Desiree D Lowit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, NY LCSW, NJ LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are an adult struggling with PTSD, C-PTSD, or trauma-related dissociation. Overwhelmed by past traumatic experiences, you face emotional distress, anxiety, and difficulty in daily functioning. You seek a safe, supportive environment to process your trauma and develop healthier coping mechanisms. You experience persistent flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts. Emotional numbness or heightened responses. Difficulty maintaining relationships and trust. Physical symptoms like tension, pain, or fatigue. Your Needs: A compassionate therapist who understands trauma. Evidence-based approaches for emotional and physical symptom
You are an adult struggling with PTSD, C-PTSD, or trauma-related dissociation. Overwhelmed by past traumatic experiences, you face emotional distress, anxiety, and difficulty in daily functioning. You seek a safe, supportive environment to process your trauma and develop healthier coping mechanisms. You experience persistent flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts. Emotional numbness or heightened responses. Difficulty maintaining relationships and trust. Physical symptoms like tension, pain, or fatigue. Your Needs: A compassionate therapist who understands trauma. Evidence-based approaches for emotional and physical symptom
(413) 259-4398 View (413) 259-4398
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Ellen J Carlino, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
There's a delicate balance between accepting oneself as you are and making the changes you deeply desire. Cultivating quiet and stillness allows you to listen to your inner knowing and the answers you are seeking. My own spiritual practice informs me as I honor and support your personal journey. What's most essential for healing is the relationship between client and therapist. Clients have described their experience with me as open, deeply caring, respectful, irreverent, collaborative, both gentle and direct, grounding and real.
There's a delicate balance between accepting oneself as you are and making the changes you deeply desire. Cultivating quiet and stillness allows you to listen to your inner knowing and the answers you are seeking. My own spiritual practice informs me as I honor and support your personal journey. What's most essential for healing is the relationship between client and therapist. Clients have described their experience with me as open, deeply caring, respectful, irreverent, collaborative, both gentle and direct, grounding and real.
(413) 241-6712 View (413) 241-6712
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Sarah Chotkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients (as of September). My practice specializes in working with folx from erotically marginalized communities. Whether you are queer, pursuing ENM/CNM/Polyamory, or have a kink or fetish, you deserve a therapist who understands the importance of these parts of your life, won't criticize or pathologize them and is with you in solidarity and community. I am pleasure-positive, kink-aware, and passionate about working with people who have been or are involved in sex work. My work is informed by an intersectional feminist lens and incorporates principles of body neutrality, and health at every size (HAES).
Accepting new patients (as of September). My practice specializes in working with folx from erotically marginalized communities. Whether you are queer, pursuing ENM/CNM/Polyamory, or have a kink or fetish, you deserve a therapist who understands the importance of these parts of your life, won't criticize or pathologize them and is with you in solidarity and community. I am pleasure-positive, kink-aware, and passionate about working with people who have been or are involved in sex work. My work is informed by an intersectional feminist lens and incorporates principles of body neutrality, and health at every size (HAES).
(413) 232-9894 View (413) 232-9894
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Hollie Kalkstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Waitlist for new clients
"Your present circumstances do not determine where you go, they merely determine where you start." Feelings of loss, shame, sadness and anxiety often keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns. I have a general practice focusing on the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and impulse control disorders. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and other coping strategies I guide clients forward, to health, wellness, safety and acceptance.
"Your present circumstances do not determine where you go, they merely determine where you start." Feelings of loss, shame, sadness and anxiety often keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns. I have a general practice focusing on the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and impulse control disorders. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and other coping strategies I guide clients forward, to health, wellness, safety and acceptance.
(413) 650-6613 View (413) 650-6613
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Frances Howe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
I work with individuals wishing to explore and improve their lives. At times we all have painful and confusing events we need to process and overcome. I have many years of expierence with Adults, Couples, Families and Children. Through the theraputic relationship and skill development, change evolves. I treat anxiety, depression, relaionship issues, parenting concerns as well as individual issues about where one is in your life now,
I work with individuals wishing to explore and improve their lives. At times we all have painful and confusing events we need to process and overcome. I have many years of expierence with Adults, Couples, Families and Children. Through the theraputic relationship and skill development, change evolves. I treat anxiety, depression, relaionship issues, parenting concerns as well as individual issues about where one is in your life now,
(413) 485-7427 View (413) 485-7427
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Jean Lukens, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Waitlist for new clients
My favorite kinds of conversations are about feelings and perceptions. If you work with me you will be encouraged to settle and stay with those feelings and perceptions that feel true to you. Within the comfort of a safe therapeutic relationship, we will follow your inner leadings. Sometimes therapy can be deeply sobering. But in every instance, as illusions fall aside we rediscover the joy and vitality that comes with clarity. I strive to provide a warm, accepting and nurturing curiosity within which clients can feel safe to explore their leadings and concerns and thereby regain their confidence.
My favorite kinds of conversations are about feelings and perceptions. If you work with me you will be encouraged to settle and stay with those feelings and perceptions that feel true to you. Within the comfort of a safe therapeutic relationship, we will follow your inner leadings. Sometimes therapy can be deeply sobering. But in every instance, as illusions fall aside we rediscover the joy and vitality that comes with clarity. I strive to provide a warm, accepting and nurturing curiosity within which clients can feel safe to explore their leadings and concerns and thereby regain their confidence.
(413) 241-7614 View (413) 241-7614
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Sarah Marcus LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Are you feeling stuck? What is getting in your way of having the life that you want? What is keeping you from being your best self? Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and other complementary therapies (Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology) I can help you learn practical strategies to unhook from problematic thought patterns, to get out of your head, and to move forward in your life.
Are you feeling stuck? What is getting in your way of having the life that you want? What is keeping you from being your best self? Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and other complementary therapies (Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology) I can help you learn practical strategies to unhook from problematic thought patterns, to get out of your head, and to move forward in your life.
(413) 477-4139 View (413) 477-4139
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Emily Mentin-Chamble
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CIHMHP
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
I am eager to work with clients seeking insight and change in their lives. I strive to create a trusting relationship that fosters emotional and spiritual growth while examining the issues that are preventing you from living up to your full potential. I work from an anti-oppression lens, prioritizing psychospiritual holistic health and wellness, utilizing my years of clinical training and experience in treating individuals and communities deeply impacted by trauma, grief/loss and illness. I offer EMDR treatment in addition to psychodynamic psychotherapy to support healing and lasting transformative change.
I am eager to work with clients seeking insight and change in their lives. I strive to create a trusting relationship that fosters emotional and spiritual growth while examining the issues that are preventing you from living up to your full potential. I work from an anti-oppression lens, prioritizing psychospiritual holistic health and wellness, utilizing my years of clinical training and experience in treating individuals and communities deeply impacted by trauma, grief/loss and illness. I offer EMDR treatment in addition to psychodynamic psychotherapy to support healing and lasting transformative change.
(413) 676-1073 View (413) 676-1073
Photo of Emily Reed Howard, LICSW, EdM, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Emily Reed Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
My intention is to create a nurturing relationship that supports your learning and growth. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most important element of a helpful counseling experience. Together, we will explore your challenges with compassion and curiosity and discover your strengths and other resources that can help you move towards meaningful change. If you’re interested in working with me, please leave a message with your insurance and best times/days.
My intention is to create a nurturing relationship that supports your learning and growth. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most important element of a helpful counseling experience. Together, we will explore your challenges with compassion and curiosity and discover your strengths and other resources that can help you move towards meaningful change. If you’re interested in working with me, please leave a message with your insurance and best times/days.
(413) 251-1397 View (413) 251-1397
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Binda Colebrook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
Waitlist for new clients
I like to work relationally, which means that we, together, work on whatever challenges present themselves for you at this time in your life. It is my belief that each of us holds the answers to our own life challenges within ourselves. Therapy can create a supportive framework that can help clear debris from life's path so that one can see the path more clearly. Adult life is often connected to our history, and the culture/environments we grew up in. Therapy can be a place to understand the threads between past and present. I often work with folks who are becoming parents. This phase is complex and can stir the silt of our story.
I like to work relationally, which means that we, together, work on whatever challenges present themselves for you at this time in your life. It is my belief that each of us holds the answers to our own life challenges within ourselves. Therapy can create a supportive framework that can help clear debris from life's path so that one can see the path more clearly. Adult life is often connected to our history, and the culture/environments we grew up in. Therapy can be a place to understand the threads between past and present. I often work with folks who are becoming parents. This phase is complex and can stir the silt of our story.
(413) 358-4998 View (413) 358-4998
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Marlene Meinelt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
The therapeutic modality I utilize is IFS therapy. I find this model to be effective for presenting issues, such as depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. It is a non-pathologizing model, and together, our goal is to heal the parts that hold emotional pain which is the core of IFS therapy.
The therapeutic modality I utilize is IFS therapy. I find this model to be effective for presenting issues, such as depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. It is a non-pathologizing model, and together, our goal is to heal the parts that hold emotional pain which is the core of IFS therapy.
(413) 485-7344 View (413) 485-7344
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Betsy McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Are you, your teen or young adult child struggling? Withdrawing? Anxious? Making dangerous choices? Having trouble getting along? For over twenty years I have been helping people work through their situations to think more clearly, make better choices, and ultimately, to feel better about themselves. Because trust and good communication between the therapist and the client is so important, I invite you to email or call me and talk about what you are looking for and my approach to see if this might be a good fit for you or your child.
Are you, your teen or young adult child struggling? Withdrawing? Anxious? Making dangerous choices? Having trouble getting along? For over twenty years I have been helping people work through their situations to think more clearly, make better choices, and ultimately, to feel better about themselves. Because trust and good communication between the therapist and the client is so important, I invite you to email or call me and talk about what you are looking for and my approach to see if this might be a good fit for you or your child.
(413) 314-3504 View (413) 314-3504
Photo of Lisa Berry, LICSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lisa Berry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
At some point in life many of us could benefit from the support of a trained therapist. I specialize in helping people manage their mental health symptoms holistically. My work aims to improve negative mental health symptoms and their impacts on social, academic, professional and physical issues. I help people to closely consider how their thoughts and behavior patterns are affecting their relationships, short term and long term life goals. We work together to make adjustments in order to better manage and even eliminate symptoms.
At some point in life many of us could benefit from the support of a trained therapist. I specialize in helping people manage their mental health symptoms holistically. My work aims to improve negative mental health symptoms and their impacts on social, academic, professional and physical issues. I help people to closely consider how their thoughts and behavior patterns are affecting their relationships, short term and long term life goals. We work together to make adjustments in order to better manage and even eliminate symptoms.
(413) 344-2917 View (413) 344-2917
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Amy L Fowler
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include health psychology, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and addictions. I run support groups for MS and Huntington's disease as part of my practice. I have a pragmatic approach to treatment in terms of adapting interventions to meet the needs of the individual. I am interested in mindfulness and its impact on well being. There are so many opportunities to bring about positive change by altering how we relate to both present circumstances and past experience.
My specialties include health psychology, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and addictions. I run support groups for MS and Huntington's disease as part of my practice. I have a pragmatic approach to treatment in terms of adapting interventions to meet the needs of the individual. I am interested in mindfulness and its impact on well being. There are so many opportunities to bring about positive change by altering how we relate to both present circumstances and past experience.
(413) 285-3190 View (413) 285-3190
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Paula Shulman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I support people to transform life's challenges into a mosaic of internal wisdom. I passionately embrace the power of loving relationships to help shift from feeling burdened by past wounds to compassionate self-acceptance. I facilitate secure attachment and fulfilling relationships. My natural empathy offers a safe space to heal emotional wounds, ruptured relationships, limiting behaviors, non-supporting beliefs, attachment injuries, trauma, loss, grief. In Internal Family Systems (IFS), we access our Core/Wise Self (intrinsic wholeness) - compassion, confidence, calm, creativity, courage, curiosity, connection. In deep Self-attunement, we gently invite wounded internal parts to come forth and heal.
I support people to transform life's challenges into a mosaic of internal wisdom. I passionately embrace the power of loving relationships to help shift from feeling burdened by past wounds to compassionate self-acceptance. I facilitate secure attachment and fulfilling relationships. My natural empathy offers a safe space to heal emotional wounds, ruptured relationships, limiting behaviors, non-supporting beliefs, attachment injuries, trauma, loss, grief. In Internal Family Systems (IFS), we access our Core/Wise Self (intrinsic wholeness) - compassion, confidence, calm, creativity, courage, curiosity, connection. In deep Self-attunement, we gently invite wounded internal parts to come forth and heal.
(413) 893-0040 View (413) 893-0040
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Deborah Jai Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
I offer a compassionate environment in which to heal and transform, beginning with embracing what IS, which allows for a more relaxed, gentle, clear and effective approach to our difficulties. Much of our emotional suffering stems from a disconnection from ourselves and our relationship with life. The work I offer facilitates a deep, authentic connection with oneself through somatic, experiential and psychodynamic work, self-inquiry, mindfulness and the support of the therapeutic relationship. Essentially I see that each person I work with has the full potential for healing already on board. We work to uncover and access that, so that full aliveness is restored.
I offer a compassionate environment in which to heal and transform, beginning with embracing what IS, which allows for a more relaxed, gentle, clear and effective approach to our difficulties. Much of our emotional suffering stems from a disconnection from ourselves and our relationship with life. The work I offer facilitates a deep, authentic connection with oneself through somatic, experiential and psychodynamic work, self-inquiry, mindfulness and the support of the therapeutic relationship. Essentially I see that each person I work with has the full potential for healing already on board. We work to uncover and access that, so that full aliveness is restored.
(413) 422-0980 View (413) 422-0980
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Abbigail T. Chickering
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
My primary focus is on working with clients using EMD and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to manage/overcome issues related to trauma, mood, life transition and becoming "unstuck" from old patterns. Individual adults (please, no children under 18, couples or families) are welcomed to engage in a supportive therapeutic relationship promoting positive growth and forward movement. I utilize an organic combination of techniques including EMDR, psycho-education, expressive therapies, CBT, parts work and relational healing. Are you ready to deepen your understanding of yourself in order to create personal change?
My primary focus is on working with clients using EMD and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to manage/overcome issues related to trauma, mood, life transition and becoming "unstuck" from old patterns. Individual adults (please, no children under 18, couples or families) are welcomed to engage in a supportive therapeutic relationship promoting positive growth and forward movement. I utilize an organic combination of techniques including EMDR, psycho-education, expressive therapies, CBT, parts work and relational healing. Are you ready to deepen your understanding of yourself in order to create personal change?
(413) 418-3705 View (413) 418-3705
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.