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Dawn Jancaitis
Counselor, LMHC, LPN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Monson, MA 01057
We are all on our own life path. The path isn’t always straight forward. Life doesn’t always go according to plan, sometimes we need a little focus or footing. Life can be difficult to navigate, but together we will work to identify solutions to your detours, hurtles and obstacles so you can regain your footing and get you back on your life’s path.
We are all on our own life path. The path isn’t always straight forward. Life doesn’t always go according to plan, sometimes we need a little focus or footing. Life can be difficult to navigate, but together we will work to identify solutions to your detours, hurtles and obstacles so you can regain your footing and get you back on your life’s path.
(413) 300-6510 View (413) 300-6510
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Christine Diane Dunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Monson, MA 01057  (Online Only)
Living your best life, a life that is authentic to you is my goal. Life can be hard with unexpected losses, financial and work pressures, relationship problems and more. Together we will discover your goals and decide on the process that is effective and best for you. Life can be present many challenges and obstacles that we are not always prepared for, causing stress, anxiety, insomnia, low self-esteem, agoraphobia, nightmares, difficultly sleeping, overindulgence, depression, and relationship problems. My approach is to help you become aware of what triggers your negative feelings and thoughts and explore ways to reduce symptoms
Living your best life, a life that is authentic to you is my goal. Life can be hard with unexpected losses, financial and work pressures, relationship problems and more. Together we will discover your goals and decide on the process that is effective and best for you. Life can be present many challenges and obstacles that we are not always prepared for, causing stress, anxiety, insomnia, low self-esteem, agoraphobia, nightmares, difficultly sleeping, overindulgence, depression, and relationship problems. My approach is to help you become aware of what triggers your negative feelings and thoughts and explore ways to reduce symptoms
(413) 779-8864 View (413) 779-8864
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Pauline Quirk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Monson, MA 01057
Waitlist for new clients
Life does not go according to a plan or road map, as much as we would like it to. Sometimes we need a little help in regaining our focus or footing. Do you need someone to help you find your inner strength to be the best possible version of yourself? Are you ready to make a change in your life but not sure how to go about it? Maybe you need to make a change but are not quite ready. If you said yes to any of these or have other concerns, I would like to help you.
Life does not go according to a plan or road map, as much as we would like it to. Sometimes we need a little help in regaining our focus or footing. Do you need someone to help you find your inner strength to be the best possible version of yourself? Are you ready to make a change in your life but not sure how to go about it? Maybe you need to make a change but are not quite ready. If you said yes to any of these or have other concerns, I would like to help you.
(413) 623-3123 View (413) 623-3123
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Kaileen Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Monson, MA 01057  (Online Only)
Current daytime tele-health openings available. There is a popular sentiment: We are all weathering this storm though are not in the same boat. No matter each person’s, couple’s, or family’s circumstances we are all trying to navigate through life. Therapy is a safe and private space that I can hold for you where I may aid you in locating a life jacket, developing a crew, patch your boat, and learn to navigate the waters. Whether you find yourself in tousled waters or navigating a new path I would be pleased to work with you. I have enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and families of all different needs for years.
Current daytime tele-health openings available. There is a popular sentiment: We are all weathering this storm though are not in the same boat. No matter each person’s, couple’s, or family’s circumstances we are all trying to navigate through life. Therapy is a safe and private space that I can hold for you where I may aid you in locating a life jacket, developing a crew, patch your boat, and learn to navigate the waters. Whether you find yourself in tousled waters or navigating a new path I would be pleased to work with you. I have enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and families of all different needs for years.
(413) 564-1407 View (413) 564-1407
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Jen Castonguay
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Monson, MA 01057
Not accepting new clients
I am trained in multiple evidenced-based models ( EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, TFCBT/grief component, Compassionate Bereavement Care) which allows me to offer individualized holistic and creative interventions to meet each person’s needs.
As your therapist I’m committed to providing a safe, warm, respectful, trusting and compassionate environment in which healing and personal growth can begin. We are each on a unique journey and I would like to help you navigate the path you are on, and make space for the range of emotions we all experience as humans. Together we will explore what works best for you at this stage in your life. I believe each person has the capacity to heal themselves and I see my role as supporting and empowering you to discover your own inner strengths and strategies to decrease distress and increase wellbeing.
I am trained in multiple evidenced-based models ( EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, TFCBT/grief component, Compassionate Bereavement Care) which allows me to offer individualized holistic and creative interventions to meet each person’s needs.
As your therapist I’m committed to providing a safe, warm, respectful, trusting and compassionate environment in which healing and personal growth can begin. We are each on a unique journey and I would like to help you navigate the path you are on, and make space for the range of emotions we all experience as humans. Together we will explore what works best for you at this stage in your life. I believe each person has the capacity to heal themselves and I see my role as supporting and empowering you to discover your own inner strengths and strategies to decrease distress and increase wellbeing.
(413) 225-4197 View (413) 225-4197

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Heather Murphy LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Motivational interviewing, CBT, and DBT are some examples of practices that can effectively be utilized when working with individuals and families.
Are you working towards developing and enhancing your personal goals? Does anxiety, depression, or self-esteem impact your ability to meet or exceed your goals? Would it be helpful to work on problem solving issues? Would you like to strengthen the positive relationships in your life? I am here to help.
Motivational interviewing, CBT, and DBT are some examples of practices that can effectively be utilized when working with individuals and families.
Are you working towards developing and enhancing your personal goals? Does anxiety, depression, or self-esteem impact your ability to meet or exceed your goals? Would it be helpful to work on problem solving issues? Would you like to strengthen the positive relationships in your life? I am here to help.
(413) 287-1694 View (413) 287-1694
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Jennifer Pierce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wilbraham, MA 01095
I utilize a variety of evidence based treatments, including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Are you struggling to manage anxiety, stress, or depression? I know it can be challenging to decide to begin therapy. I provide a secure, supportive space that allows individuals to explore the impact of trauma, abuse, neglect, or abandonment on our current sense of self and relationships. As self-awareness increases, the ability to deal with challenging emotions and heal from difficult experiences feels possible & confidence in navigating life's difficulties grows. Currently accepting new clients with limited availability in the morning and early afternoon appointments.
I utilize a variety of evidence based treatments, including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Are you struggling to manage anxiety, stress, or depression? I know it can be challenging to decide to begin therapy. I provide a secure, supportive space that allows individuals to explore the impact of trauma, abuse, neglect, or abandonment on our current sense of self and relationships. As self-awareness increases, the ability to deal with challenging emotions and heal from difficult experiences feels possible & confidence in navigating life's difficulties grows. Currently accepting new clients with limited availability in the morning and early afternoon appointments.
(413) 216-6105 View (413) 216-6105
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Michelle Forni
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
My greatest passion is connecting deeply with adults who are on the path to self-reflection/awareness and who are striving to not only evolve, but also make peace with themselves. Navigating vulnerability and complex emotions does not have to be a solo journey. Together, through the lens of cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and mindfulness, we will alleviate detrimental behavior patterns, learn tangible solutions to dilemmas, and build healthy relationships with yourself, others, and the world around you.
My greatest passion is connecting deeply with adults who are on the path to self-reflection/awareness and who are striving to not only evolve, but also make peace with themselves. Navigating vulnerability and complex emotions does not have to be a solo journey. Together, through the lens of cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and mindfulness, we will alleviate detrimental behavior patterns, learn tangible solutions to dilemmas, and build healthy relationships with yourself, others, and the world around you.
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Rebecca Vassallo
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CFRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Jan 2024-accepting new in person clients Tues/Wed/Thur. Ready to make a change in life? If you're reading this, you've decided to seek help making changes. Together we'll identify obstacles you're looking to overcome, roadblocks you've encountered, and best ways to find the path forward. With hard work & determination, you can achieve your goals & improve your quality of life. I have worked in the fields of mental health/substance use for 25+ years; both inpatient & outpatient settings. I have a solid foundation of knowledge to help you address/manage your symptoms, learn coping skills and make positive life changes.
Jan 2024-accepting new in person clients Tues/Wed/Thur. Ready to make a change in life? If you're reading this, you've decided to seek help making changes. Together we'll identify obstacles you're looking to overcome, roadblocks you've encountered, and best ways to find the path forward. With hard work & determination, you can achieve your goals & improve your quality of life. I have worked in the fields of mental health/substance use for 25+ years; both inpatient & outpatient settings. I have a solid foundation of knowledge to help you address/manage your symptoms, learn coping skills and make positive life changes.
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Kathy J. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01128
I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your process of change, healing or recovery. If you are struggling with your relationship, mood, anxiety, substance use, or confusion about that next step in your life, therapy can be very helpful. I have over 25 years of experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, codependency, relationship issues, grief, substance use disorders and family of origin issues. I use a relational approach that focuses on cognitive, emotional and behavioral change. I believe engaging in a therapeutic relationship is a profound way to heal and eventually make the choices to a healthier more peaceful life.
I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your process of change, healing or recovery. If you are struggling with your relationship, mood, anxiety, substance use, or confusion about that next step in your life, therapy can be very helpful. I have over 25 years of experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, codependency, relationship issues, grief, substance use disorders and family of origin issues. I use a relational approach that focuses on cognitive, emotional and behavioral change. I believe engaging in a therapeutic relationship is a profound way to heal and eventually make the choices to a healthier more peaceful life.
(413) 259-7437 View (413) 259-7437
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Gennie Bailey
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hampden, MA 01036
In my work as a therapist I seek to create an environment that is caring and supportive while allowing us to identify opportunities for growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, increasing insight and helping you to return to a life that is balanced, healthy and productive. By co-creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust and authenticity, I assist individuals in reaching their highest potentials. It can be difficult to take that first step but when you are ready to invest in yourself, great change is possible.
In my work as a therapist I seek to create an environment that is caring and supportive while allowing us to identify opportunities for growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, increasing insight and helping you to return to a life that is balanced, healthy and productive. By co-creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust and authenticity, I assist individuals in reaching their highest potentials. It can be difficult to take that first step but when you are ready to invest in yourself, great change is possible.
(413) 595-2031 View (413) 595-2031
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Jennifer Molina
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ludlow, MA 01056  (Online Only)
If you are struggling with fears, worries or overwhelming emotions I might be the therapist that can help you. If past or current traumas are creating roadblocks for you, then we can begin to dismantle them and process your feelings and thoughts. By looking into ourselves, relationships and environments we gain knowledge into who we are.
If you are struggling with fears, worries or overwhelming emotions I might be the therapist that can help you. If past or current traumas are creating roadblocks for you, then we can begin to dismantle them and process your feelings and thoughts. By looking into ourselves, relationships and environments we gain knowledge into who we are.
(413) 300-2229 View (413) 300-2229
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Amanda Klink
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampden, MA 01036  (Online Only)
You are a unique individual, and no other being across all of space and time has had your particular set of circumstances and experiences. That's why I find it so important to have an individualized, person-centered approach with each client. Whether you are facing a life-altering transition, feeling depressed or anxious, or processing past trauma, together we can choose from a variety of evidence-based techniques to develop the skills you need to improve your daily life.
You are a unique individual, and no other being across all of space and time has had your particular set of circumstances and experiences. That's why I find it so important to have an individualized, person-centered approach with each client. Whether you are facing a life-altering transition, feeling depressed or anxious, or processing past trauma, together we can choose from a variety of evidence-based techniques to develop the skills you need to improve your daily life.
(413) 225-8925 View (413) 225-8925
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Shelly Warren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilbraham, MA 01095
I offer compassionate and practical psychotherapy for mental health and substance use challenges, with a focus on teens and young adults. I believe all people are capable of forging a healthy path in life, one which includes self-awareness and acceptance, strong connections with others, and progress towards their own growth and positive goals. As your therapist, I would offer you both support and strategies for developing resilience as you move through this stage of your life's journey.
I offer compassionate and practical psychotherapy for mental health and substance use challenges, with a focus on teens and young adults. I believe all people are capable of forging a healthy path in life, one which includes self-awareness and acceptance, strong connections with others, and progress towards their own growth and positive goals. As your therapist, I would offer you both support and strategies for developing resilience as you move through this stage of your life's journey.
(413) 216-2833 View (413) 216-2833
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Barbara Ann Bready
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wales, MA 01081
Greetings. Accepting referrals in late Spring of 2024.
Greetings. Accepting referrals in late Spring of 2024.
(413) 300-6926 View (413) 300-6926
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Lou Ann Grimes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Hi! My hope as a therapist is to provide a safe, warm accepting environment where you will feel comfortable enough to share your thoughts and feelings. I feel the most important part of therapy is the trust formed between therapist and client that allows client to feel comfortable addressing their issues. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to help you to increase your ability to use your inner strengths to improve the quality of your life.
Hi! My hope as a therapist is to provide a safe, warm accepting environment where you will feel comfortable enough to share your thoughts and feelings. I feel the most important part of therapy is the trust formed between therapist and client that allows client to feel comfortable addressing their issues. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to help you to increase your ability to use your inner strengths to improve the quality of your life.
(413) 300-2063 View (413) 300-2063
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Misty Lee Cameron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wilbraham, MA 01095  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients are interested in looking at the barriers that are holding them back and exploring ways to overcome those barriers that will work specifically for them and their lives. While we are not always able to control what's happening around us, we may be able to change the way we are approaching a situation - or we may be looking for the courage to set boundaries, stop people pleasing, or even walk away from something that is preventing us from living our best life.
My clients are interested in looking at the barriers that are holding them back and exploring ways to overcome those barriers that will work specifically for them and their lives. While we are not always able to control what's happening around us, we may be able to change the way we are approaching a situation - or we may be looking for the courage to set boundaries, stop people pleasing, or even walk away from something that is preventing us from living our best life.
(781) 650-5044 View (781) 650-5044
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Michelle Lynn Selden
Counselor, MS CMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ludlow, MA 01056
Waitlist for new clients
Currently Full- Wait list only- Welcome! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist here to help you. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to? Are you looking to work through past trauma, have help with anxiety, learn coping strategies and understand who you really are? Let's work together to help you find your path through waves of wellness.
Currently Full- Wait list only- Welcome! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist here to help you. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to? Are you looking to work through past trauma, have help with anxiety, learn coping strategies and understand who you really are? Let's work together to help you find your path through waves of wellness.
(413) 324-5062 View (413) 324-5062
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Isabel Monteiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01129  (Online Only)
Currently NOT accepting new clients. I specialize working with adults, young adults, young professionals. I can help you work through different symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. I have helped many people with life adjustments, navigate the stress of work-life balance, interpersonal issues, family conflicts, college stress (Life in general!). To me, success looks like creating realistic goals that are achievable. My ideal client is highly motivated for change, so if any of this sounds like I am talking directly to you- bring me your story and let’s process who you are and who you want to be!
Currently NOT accepting new clients. I specialize working with adults, young adults, young professionals. I can help you work through different symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. I have helped many people with life adjustments, navigate the stress of work-life balance, interpersonal issues, family conflicts, college stress (Life in general!). To me, success looks like creating realistic goals that are achievable. My ideal client is highly motivated for change, so if any of this sounds like I am talking directly to you- bring me your story and let’s process who you are and who you want to be!
(781) 731-1592 View (781) 731-1592
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Kelsey Buchanan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Longmeadow, MA 01028  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Statistics show the majority of the world’s population will experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime, with many individuals experiencing multiple traumatic events. If you are part of this statistic and experience negative symptoms such as (but not limited to) low mood, high anxiety, or issues in your current relationships stemming from past experiences, please know there is hope for healing.
Statistics show the majority of the world’s population will experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime, with many individuals experiencing multiple traumatic events. If you are part of this statistic and experience negative symptoms such as (but not limited to) low mood, high anxiety, or issues in your current relationships stemming from past experiences, please know there is hope for healing.
(413) 666-1531 View (413) 666-1531

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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.