Family Therapy in Hanover, MA
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Katy Hamilton
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
For 20 years I have worked closely and collaboratively with individuals, couples and families to help them develop skills to ease stress, manage difficult emotions, improve communication and strengthen relationships. If you are seeking to discover a deeper understanding of yourself, explore
family
issues, improve relationships or learn skills to manage complex and challenging emotions I am here to help.
Not accepting new clients

Janelle Santos
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a licensed independent trauma informed mental health clinician and earned my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health at Lesley College in 2000. I provide individual and
family therapy
to children, adolescents and adults as well as couples work. I strongly believe that developing a trustful and empowering therapeutic relationship is the bases of effective treatment. I believe every client is unique and they bring to the sessions the direction of their change and ability for that change. I believe it is my role to support, understand and empower clients to use their abilities to accomplish each goal they set out for themselves.

Treva Gerraughty Sabin-White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked extensively with families who struggle with intense emotions and behaviors which often has the entire
family
anxious and unsure of what to do.
I am a clinician with over 25 years of experience helping people reach their personal goals and maximum potential. My proven therapeutic holistic approach, begins with establishing an empathic understanding of you as a person, teaching you to be more aware as you move through life, while you also learn to change the ineffective thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you from the life or results you want. I have worked successfully with individuals, couples and families with depression, anxiety, trauma, serious illness, suicidal ideation and self harming behaviors. If you've been disappointed with therapy in the past give me a try.
Not accepting new clients

David Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) and earned my Masters in Social Work from Wheelock College (now a part of Boston University). I provide individual therapy to adults, adolescents, and parents / caregivers. For clients 10-15 years old, I incorporate
family therapy
in support of the client's goals. Email me to request a brief phone consultation or click the website button on the left to schedule a session.
Not accepting new clients

Kendra Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker and earned my masters degree in social work from Boston College. I provide individual and
family therapy
to adolescents and adults. Development of a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation from which good clinical work begins. I believe that each individual represents a unique set of abilities and strengths; and that the essence of a person does not need to be changed but rather empowered, supported and encouraged. Understanding clients goals and using their strengths to achieve those goals is of the upmost importance in my practice.
Not accepting new clients

Amanda Messinger
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I have been practicing for roughly ten years in both urban and rural communities. I primarily provide individual and
family therapy
to adolescents and adults, with a wide range of different experiences and needs. I am skilled in working with symptoms including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions, and mood disorders. I also have specialized training and tremendous experience in substance use disorders, with unlimited access to resources within the recovery communities for both struggling individuals and/or their loved ones.

Patrise Haggerty
Counselor, MEd, MS MFT, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Family
/Couples Counseling: I help families and couples improve communication, identify unhealthy patterns, build trust, reduce conflict and reconnect with each other.
I am a solution focused clinician with a successful track record helping individuals, teens and families overcome anxiety, depression and a general lack of motivation or direction in life. I help my clients set a clear vision for their future by helping them identify and develop personal, academic and/or career goals that truly inspires them, followed by a personalized, step-by-step plan for achieving their goals. I am also a licensed Special Education teacher and Educational Advocate. I help teens who are struggling in school get back on track and receive the appropriate level of school services they need in order to succeed.
Not accepting new clients

Tethered Feathers Wellness, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP, CCFP, CGCS
Verified
Verified
I help teens navigate the crazy daily world they live in so they can experience their best life. #bestlifeever ~~ I steer parents through the ups and downs of teen life so they can better understand & communicate with their children. #stoptheslammingdoors ~~ I encourage adults to sort out the unexpected chaos of love, work, and
family
so they may regain control of their lives and relationships. #whathappenedtomylife

Keith Lombard
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADCII
Verified
Verified
Keith Lombard is a graduate of Umass Boston with a BA in psychology and attended the Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counseling course in 2010. Keith has worked in the field of substance abuse for over 8 years and was employed by the Boston Public Health Commission before joining NEATC. Mr. Lombard has experience with individual and
family
counseling with the understanding that addiction is a
family
disease. Keith has received numerous awards for his devotion to helping those in recovery from city and state officials.

Jennifer Zarou-Abraham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a certified licensed social worker specializing in the integrative holistic approach to psychotherapy, counseling and nutritional wellness with twenty-four years in private practice. I utilize my experience and applied knowledge of
family
systems theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, nutritional wellness, weight loss and holistic healing to help create lasting and meaningful change. Treatment and healing can only be achieved by working on the entire mind body soul connection and my role is a facilitator providing a safe and comfortable space at which the healing can begin.

Bethanne Nolan
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified
Verified
"I believe self-acceptance is the key to positive change." There are times in our lives that can become overwhelming and difficult for whatever reason, but I believe we all have the capacity to improve ourselves and achieve happiness. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment where you can feel at ease to discover who you are. Through counseling, I will assist in developing your strengths while addressing your weaknesses, teach effective coping skills and incorporate strategies to overcome obstacles in your life. My practice can accommodate children, and adults in individual, couples and
family
settings.

Susan Colcher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I believe therapy is an active, collaborative process. I work with clients to develop tools for mastering challenges in a context of self-acceptance, and appreciation of one's own resilience and resourcefulness. My therapeutic style is eclectic, blending solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, positive psychology, and
family
systems approaches.
Not accepting new clients

Patricia Algird
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I treat a wide range of disorders but primarily adults struggling with life transitions .Therapy can help with anxiety, depression and stress related issues. My clients often begin therapy due to
family
caregiving, substance abuse ,chronic illness or unhealthy relationship patterns. To help clients reach their goals I utilize a network of resources when necessary such as prescribers, group therapists and psychologists.

Leslie A. Powers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
whose client population includes, individuals, couples, families and groups. Currently, I work with couples who are experiencing a loss of connection, as well as communication and intimacy difficulties. These couples are often facing life cycle transitions. I also work with families, primarily families with adolescent children. These families have children with behavioral issues, mental health challenges, and many times are dealing with trauma and loss. I also work with the LGBTQ population. My practice includes a culturally and socio-economically diverse population.

Annie Gray, MSW, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents and adults who are managing adjustment disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, bereavement work, coping with medical illness and
family
conflicts.
Referrals for 7 to 25-year-old clients with BCBS currently accepted. Sessions will use a strengths-based approach, respecting the resilience and resources within all of us while introducing evidence-based strategies to help you manage challenges. Together we will identify treatment goals to help focus sessions. I provide both telehealth sessions and in person therapy sessions, with the option of working with the farm animals, as my office is located on The Healing Path care farm.

Melissa Torok
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I have 12+ years experience working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples. My strategy is to work in tandem with my clients to fully develop their confidence and potential. We work together to identify realistic and attainable goals that can be achieved through the therapeutic process. My clients take an active role in developing and creating their treatment plans. These plans are goal oriented, correlated to their diagnosis and fueled by their motivation for change. I work with children and adolescents who are often struggling with ADHD/ADD, learning disabilities, behavioral challenges, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and
Not accepting new clients

Rachel Fletcher
Counselor, LMHC, CAGS
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Note: email is the best way to reach me - I'm a Licensed MH Counselor looking forward to helping you (or a loved one) work through difficulties in life. Everyone experiences struggles and challenges in various ways, and my goal is to help you understand the best ways to cope with stressors. My specialties include working with adults/young-adults who deal with symptoms of mood disorders, depression, anxiety/panic, grief/loss, and ineffective or maladaptive coping skills/behaviors. Therapy involves motivation and a willingness to make changes, and I strive to help clients realize their inner-power through encouragement and motivation.

Meghan Buchanan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
As an LICSW I have practiced in a variety of settings with individuals across the lifespan. My experience in community mental health centers, healthcare settings, K-12 and higher education has shown me the importance of focusing on the whole person, and that has become a crucial part of my approach. My aim is to work together with clients to develop a plan that supports them in reaching their unique goals.
Waitlist for new clients

Shannon (Costello) Sokolowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a therapist with over 20 years in the field, having treated individuals, families and couples with a very broad variety of issues. I am particularly interested in trauma, and I am trained in various trauma modalities for this reason. Overall, my approach is a strength-based, solution focused, compassionate psychotherapy with my clients.

Ellie Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you a motivated woman wanting to transition your professional life or business to the next level? Is your confidence, personal relationship, anxiety, mindset, time management, or life imbalance getting in the way? For 25+ years, I have successfully counselled and coached adolescents and adults to make transformative mindset shifts which create greater life satisfaction, happiness, and more fulfilling relationships. Call for a complimentary phone consultation.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.