Female Therapists in Hanover, MA

Finding a therapist who is the right fit can be the first step toward achieving personal goals and creating positive change in your life. Starting the process can feel overwhelming, but I can help. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 25 years of experience working with clients on the South Shore. My style is interactive and collaborative, facilitating client growth through problem and goal clarification, improved self-awareness, and the development of coping and wellness skills in a safe, supportive environment. Change is not easy but is entirely possible with a willingness to take action one step at a time.

Are concerns about unhappiness causing stress for you? Do you feel like you cannot obtain a healthy work/life balance? Has stress/change left you feeling uncertain for the future? I have over ten years experience and offer treatment/support for substance abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and mood disorders. These services are provided in individual therapy using treatment approaches including solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and CBT. Incorporation of stress management planning, holistic psychology, mindfulness, and inner child work performed in a non-judgmental, safe environment.

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.

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.

Navigating life can be challenging. It's natural to need help at times, and joining with another person in a therapeutic alliance can be just what you need to gain more insight, refocus, and find more balance to live life more joyfully. My intention in psychotherapy is to guide individuals to a clearer understanding of their mental and emotional terrain, how their thoughts and feelings may influence their overall sense of well-being, and to explore new perspectives that may benefit them.

As a mental health counselor for 11 years I have had diverse opportunities to guide individuals through their own journeys towards growth, change and success. During my experience, I have helped older teens and adults who were experiencing issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, bipolar disorder and trauma. My previous work includes adolescent day residential treatment, outpatient substance abuse group therapy and individual therapy, assisting individuals with navigating the behavioral health system and Program Director of Outpatient Services.

Having someone you trust and who is totally dedicated to your best interest is often the exact thing you need to open yourself up to a new perspective or make an important change in your life. I try to utilize my range of life experiences and education, a fair amount of wisdom and an ability to see effective ways to handle problems and tough situations. Regardless of your circumstances, my full intention will be to create an honest and supportive environment to help you successfully deal with the challenges you face. I see people of all ages and backgrounds.

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.