Teletherapy for North Andover, MA

Life can throw some unexpected challenges, right? Whether you're battling anxiety, feeling down, struggling with relationships, or facing a challenging life change, you don't have to weather the storm alone. That's where I come in as your mental health cheerleader! I'm Yourdeline Sertyl, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 7 years of experience working with people of all ages. My passion lies in helping individuals like you navigate challenges with strength and confidence. Therapy isn't about fixing what's "wrong" with you; it's about unlocking your inner potential and discovering the amazing strengths you already possess.

We are living in times where it's hard to feel grounded and secure. The world keeps changing, and most of the time we don't know what is real. This causes most of us to feel anxious and fearful of the world. These are the moments where we must seek shelter in ourselves. To look within to find that feeling of safety and comfort. But that's easier said that done, right? I can help. If you are someone who is willing to look inside, to take back control of your world, to gain insight, and feel empowered in yourself, then I would like to be part of your journey.

Providing a safe and welcoming place for you to work on what's important, you! Providing individual therapy via telehealth to female clients ages 13+, working with clients with a variety of life stressors and behavioral health concerns. Providing support, guidance, psychoeducation, and a listening ear. It's hard to step out of your comfort zone, it's also hard to feel stuck and unsure what direction to take in life. Let's work together to help you achieve your goals, learn to practice self-care, learn and utilize coping skills, and create that vision you have, of a life worth living.

My ideal client would be anyone genuinely looking for a change and seeking help.

Are you looking for a kind, caring, compassionate therapist who really sees you and your needs and is able to develop a personalized, customized program, rather than fitting you into a standardized one? Are you dealing with chronic anxiety, grief, PTSD or trauma? Or have you sustained a brain injury, concussion or stroke or are dealing with ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, or OCD? Or are you a performing artist or athlete who wants to perform at their highest ability? There is help and hope. There is a Way!

My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.

I enjoy working with people who are experiencing life transitions, changing careers, going through grief or loss, experiencing anxiety, looking for support with trauma, developing coping skills, or just seeking support with the messiness of life. I want to work with clients who are motivated to engage in self-reflection and make a commitment to creating space for themselves to work through their current patterns that are no longer serving them. I meet the person where they are at and understand what ways they would like to make changes in their life.

Due to my experience working in under-serviced mental health communities, my ideal clients would be those who are hindered from moving forward in life due to traumatic experiences or who have been unable to manage day-to-day functioning due to the many curve balls that life throws their way. I would like to assist those who would like to return to their own version of normal functioning to improve their quality of life.

The ideal client would finally be open to change and hope to have better interpersonal relationships. This can be a client who struggles with their anxiety, possibly has poor attachment styles, and struggles with holding meaningful relationships (romantic, platonic, familial). Their goals would be identifying healthy boundaries and healthy responses, increasing effective communication skills, and identifying past relationships/present relationships in order to identify patterns/habits.

Alliance Lifetime Mental Health is an outpatient mental health clinic with locations in Lawrence, MA and Bedford, NH. We provide services for children, adolescents and adults seeking mental health services and support. We are committed to delivering quality services to the communities we serve. We offer counseling and medication management services with appointments offered both in office and via telehealth. Spanish speaking counselors are available!

Our ideal client is someone who may be experiencing anxiety and stress that feels overwhelming, and is looking for someone to help them work through it. It might be their first time seeking out therapy, or it might be their 100th time trying out therapy again. Our client is someone who is willing to dig deeper into their past and gain clarity into their life to improve their situation and future.

My ideal client leads with curiosity and seeks authentic reconnection with self. They have a desire to express their thoughts and emotions in connection to their experiences. My ideal client hopes to build self-esteem, self-confidence, and coping skills to navigate their emotions, relationships, and life experiences. My ideal client has a willingness to change through open, honest communication and collaboration towards the development of their therapeutic goals. My ideal client's intention is to improve their relationship with themselves and others and enhance their overall quality of life.

From the outside you appear put together and accomplished, yet inside you don’t always feel that way. Sometimes you worry about things you can't control, create plans for the possible “what ifs” down the road, and wonder if others will discover that you don’t actually have it all figured out. You can’t calm your mind or find a healthy balance, and it’s getting in the way of your ambitions. You’ve tried managing on your own yet feel stuck. We can work together to harness your inner strengths while mending the parts that make life feel challenging.

It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.

The ideal client is motivated to continue to work with their inner child to become grounded in the present moment. They may have anxiety, mood disorders, or personality disorders, or they may not be sure what is underlying their experience, which I can help identify as well. The ideal clients are open to trying new methods of healing, including arts and spirituality. They are willing to trust me with their feelings and express them, whether that is verbally, through the expressive arts, or both.

My ideal client still chooses to show up regardless of their ambivalence towards their treatment goals. Even if this person is not entirely set on treatment, recovery, whatever it might be, your next steps can decide whether or not that individual returns. If I'm thinking more specifically about my own experience, I think a lot about the individuals I supported who were actively using substances. They could identify the harmful impacts and want recovery but couldn't get through their initial ambivalence. These types of moments and individuals are so important to me.

Telehealth offered! Life with mental illness is not easy. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated, empty, and alone. The model of therapy I use offers my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace. My toolbox consists of humor, reality, holistic, spirituality, and mindfulness. I also provide counseling services directed towards individuals with maladaptive behaviors and trauma. Now in North Andover, MA

As the name suggests, Thrive Wellness Counseling aims to help you thrive. Founded in 2018, we provide a range of therapy modalities, all with a focus on you and helping you reach your full potential and achieve wellness. We have a diverse group of therapists with specialty backgrounds to ensure the right match.

I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.