Therapists in Hingham, MA

"Here we go again."...having the same fight we've had a hundred times before. The subject may change, but the flavor... the feeling... is always the same. Our downward spiral. Our bad deal. But if we could learn to break the pattern... to interrupt the downward spiral... well that would be something, wouldn't it. So that's where we'll start. This is not a "traditional couples therapy" approach. It's skills-based, educational and results-oriented. When the roof is broken, you find a hammer and nails and you fix it. When your relationship is broken, this is your hammer and nails.

I enjoy working with a variety of people and issues. My practice is about 50% individual adults and 50% children and families. Typical issues for adults might be depression, anxiety, coping with chronic illness, or relationship problems. For children and their parents, school difficulties, peer relationships, and social skills tend to be most common. These may be due to developmental difficulties, ADHD, or family discord/divorce.

My practice focuses on the resolution of internal conflict while finding peace through meaning, purpose and fulfillment. Resolve internal conflict with support and guidance rather than alone with your harsh internal critic. I treat clients with varying degrees of anxiety, depression, mood and motivational issues. Whether it is difficult relationships, parenting, grief, new careers or new experiences, let me help motivate you. In the spirit of football player Joe Paterno, we are never standing still, we are either improving or we are declining. I will facilitate your well being through logic, rational thought and understanding.

People seek psychotherapy for a variety of reasons: One may be 'pushed' by life's mounting problems and a need to find solutions, or 'pulled' by a vague sense that something is missing and life remains unfulfilled. Whatever the reason, the choice to begin this journey marks the beginning of both your healing and self-development. I am a psychologist with many years of experience offering a confidential and supportive space to explore the issues most important to you. Please visit my website (above) for more information about my practice.

Are you seeking new ways of thinking, behaving and interacting with your spouse, family or friends? Are unhealthy patterns getting in the way of fulfillment and growth? Are you going through something that is testing your strength and ability to manage? Through personal and professional experiences I believe in the power of the therapeutic process and relationship in fostering insight, resilience and change.

Often, feeling better requires CHANGE. It’s not easy but your happiness is worth it and so are you. It has to be at your pace,. That's where I can help. I am easy to talk to, with lots of personal experience that enhances my ability to relate. I offer individual, couples, & group counseling. Many clients like the idea of being part of a support group. Shared experiences of group members help foster an atmosphere of empathy, belonging and understanding. The following are some of our GROUPS: 1) STRAIGHT spouse of GAY/Bi partner, 2) GRIEF, 3) MEN’S issues, 4) GAY/Bi issues, 5) Sex Abuse, 6) PARENTS of LGBTQ kids, 7) PORN/SEX addiction.

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.

I believe that Therapy is a gift you give to yourself . Life is full of challenges whether transitions, losses, relationships or daily stress which requires understanding and techniques to manage successfully. As a Therapist with over 30 years of experience I utilize a variety of therapy approaches that are focused on an individuals needs and their unique situation. My therapeutic approach is both interactive and solution focused. I am skilled in addressing a variety of issues and symptoms.

I focus primarily on evaluating children, adolescents and adults through Psychological or Psychoeducational Testing. Testing can I help people to discover their intellectual strengths and weaknesses, learning style, emotional triggers and better ways to deal with stress or confusion. In addition to diagnosing things like ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Asperger's, Autism, Mood Disorders and Learning Disabilities (something most school systems are unable to do when testing students who are struggling), I can help kids and adults access the services (e.g., therapeutic, educational, vocational and/or pharmacological) that are most likely to improve the quality of their lives.

Finding the right ‘person’ for yourself or a loved one can be beyond challenging. You want to know that that person will be truly engaged in what you have to say, won’t judge you by your thoughts or behaviors, and care enough about you to offer compassion and guidance through your toughest days. I’m familiar with this search, and I believe that I could be the person you need right now as you begin the work to your higher self. One of the first things I tell all of my clients is that they have to feel a connection with their therapist. You have to feel safe, supported and most importantly, respected.

I have been working with families and couples in various configurations and locations since 1972. In addition to being a Licensed Family Therapist, I am also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. I have taught courses in Ethics, Substance Abuse, Sexuality, and other subjects in the Graduate School Of Counseling at UMass/Boston. Primarily, my work is about family and couple relationships. In 2012, I was awarded the Schiller Prize for my work with fathers, daughters, and sexuality by AASECT. I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and train therapists.

I bring 35 years of experience, and numerous areas of expertise, to my practice. This breadth allows me to match an effective approach with each need. Love of learning and emphasis on results fuel continuous professional growth. My understanding of people is informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic Theory, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and other approaches.

I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME:Do you feel that you cannot find your center and are chronically anxious or depressed? Do you finally want to feel better about yourself? Are your relationships empty or filled with disappointment? I can help. My clients tell me that after our work together they are able to break free from long standing negative patterns.They are able to establish peace in their lives and find joy and fulfillment. I can teach you powerful techniques to easily manage stress and experience greater joy and productivity.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor experienced in treating anxiety and depression, in helping families navigate codependency and loving someone struggling with addiction, and in conducting substance abuse evaluations. I am Certified to provide Telehealth (online) sessions and offer flexible scheduling. As an Approved Clinical Supervisor, I offer consultation and supervision to individual clinicians and larger group practices.

*Not currently accepting new clients.* Choosing to enter into a therapeutic relationship can be a difficult choice. I often tell my clients when I meet them that I understand how hard it can be to open up to someone who is a stranger, but that I believe therapy can be helpful to anyone. I encourage my clients to think about therapy as "something you do that is just good for you" like other self-care, spiritual, and health and wellness activities.

Starting May 2023: 6-week Immersion for Men: Communicate better, have more sex, and have a more fulfilling relationship. Limited to 10 men. Visit my website for more information. Are you struggling and frustrated in your relationship? Longing for connection? Is your marriage a big flat mess? Daydreaming about an affair? Having one? If you are nodding your head “yes” to any of these, you are not alone. I hear this from men and women on a daily basis and I can help. The healthy change you crave in your relationship is possible and I can get you there.

I enjoy a diverse practice that seeks to create a safe environment from which a client can feel free to collaborate in a shared vision of goal attainment. I see individuals, couples, and families. I adopt an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice with a particular area of interest and expertise in existential therapeutic applications where indicated. I have published extensively in the area of Existential Psychology (e.g., https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781349952106). I enjoy working with clients who seek a deeper self-understanding in pursuit of transcendence.

“The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide that you are not going to stay where you are.”--Unknown The decision to seek help is one that is often arrived at after long periods of suffering. We so often cling to what is familiar, even when what is familiar is causing us and those around us tremendous pain. We go to great lengths to avoid coming face to face with our vulnerability, and unknowingly prolong our suffering despite our best efforts to master it. For many of us, we simply do what we know, choosing the familiarity of pain over the inherently fear-inducing path of change. Simply stated--change is hard. While change is inevitably challenging, it does not have to be undertaken alone. Finding a qualified therapist to support you through this process can make a significant difference in both the outcome and the process.

I provide a warm, attentive, and interactive psychotherapy relationship that aims to help people deepen their self-understanding, break out of hurtful patterns, and develop new modes of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that will reduce depression and anxiety. I am particularly interested in trying to help clients feel freer, more real, more connected, and more like the authors of their own lives, so that they can achieve what they hope for in work and relationships.