Addiction Therapists in Northampton, MA

I am a firm believer in the power of the therapeutic relationship. Recognizing our own challenges and wanting to curate a deeper understanding of why we are who we are is part of how we make change and ultimately live a happier more joyous life. I work from a predominantly psychodynamic/relational perspective and practice with a nonjudgemental curious approach. Also available for Supervision.

Are you a perfectionist? High strung? Tightly wound? Someone who, from the outside looking in, is successful, confident, and high achieving? Did you believe that if you won that promotion, finished that project, or earned that degree then you would be happy? How’s that working out for you? Are the things you’re doing to cope with stress getting out of hand? Whether it’s disordered eating, substance misuse, riskier sex, skin picking, or engaging in some other type of compulsive behavior, I can help!

I have 22 years of experience working in the Human Services field where I have provided case management, coaching and clinical work in diverse populations such as adolescence, homeless, substance users, and trauma survivors.

If you are someone who is motivated for change and wants to be there 100%, I am here for you! I work best with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, poly substance abuse and dependence, and personality disorders. I help client live productive and self-actualized lives due to difficulties with work, family life, and self-esteem. I use combination of Rogerian, CBT, and Insight therapies in a way that encourages self-expression, improved communication skills, and self understanding. Empathy and self-awareness are modeled by my approach to the clients I work with in a safe environment.

Waitlist. Are you finding it hard to navigate every day life? Life can be confusing and chaotic. Therapy can help identify your strengths, create new coping skills, and gain self-awareness and clarity. I strive to be an empathetic listener and work to create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and thoughts.

Over the years I have successfully treated a wide variety of mental health concerns including stress, chronic depression, LGBTQ+, grief/loss, stress management, relationship issues, substance use, and career/life goals. If you have been struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or panic attacks, let's get to the bottom of it! Self doubt, low motivation? We got this! Every individual, couple, and family that I have had the honor to work with is unique and has their own specific needs. Because of this, you can expect custom treatment planning with measurable goals and activities.

***NEW OPENINGS AVAILABLE*** I am so excited to support you in your journey to living your best life! My name is Liz and I work with people aged 17+ who want to improve their ability to manage challenging aspects of their lives. When problems related to substance use, mood disorders, grief, trauma, chronic illness or pain, parenting, educational and professional stress become overwhelming I can provide supportive and reassuring opportunities for change. It can be frightening to confront these parts of ourselves. I will provide a compassionate, validating and safe space to move forward in your life and accomplish your goals.

I believe true healing happens within relationship to others. I aim to connect with individuals through authenticity, warmth, empathy, and compassion. I operate from a social justice, anti-oppressive perspective, and strive to create a space of healing and acceptance by offering a nonjudgmental approach with all my clients.

Life is constantly changing. Navigating these changes can be incredibly difficult. Chances are at some point most us will experience difficulties in our careers, intimate relationships, family relationships, and in relation to ourselves. Many of us, at some point, will face the impact of trauma, loss, addiction , anxiety, or depression. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and helpless at times to deal with the mosaic of challenges life presents us. These challenges get in the way of living the life we want. If you're ready to take your life back you've come to the right place. Longmeadow-Counseling.com

New openings in Dec. Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize emotions and feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach with a real life prospective ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with life transitions, divorce, work/school problems, substance abuse and relationship issues.

My approach with clients recognizes that most people are looking for tangible help, don't have a lot of time between work and family, and want to feel like they are moving toward a better understanding of solutions to address their difficulties. My work with clients acknowledges these issues. I take a very active role in counseling to explore the options with my clients, provide new knowlege of issues where relevant, and help an individual to reach their potential. Issues related to marital/partner, parenting/child, family,work,school,stress, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse are all areas I work with.

Compassionate, engaged therapist available for teens (15+), emerging adults, and adults.

I work with all couples - married and unmarried, premarital and divorcing, heterosexual and same sex. I work actively to explore areas of dissatisfaction, identify obstacles to change, and find ways to overcome them. I offer to meet with all couples for a brief evaluation, designed to determine whether treatment is indicated and to quickly identify key problems, strengths and promising directions for treatment. I strive for the shortest course of treatment that accomplishes clients' goals. If a couple is in acute crisis, I make every effort to see them on an intensive basis initially until the immediate crisis is stabilized.

It is our birthright to know who we truly are and experience our lives to their fullest potential. Each of us has a story, actually many stories, that reveal beliefs we hold about ourselves and the world. These stories and beliefs often stand in the way of expressing our full potential and experiencing the present moment more deeply. Within a supportive, judgment-free space, I help adults, couples, and adolescents claim their strengths and talents, and construct belief systems to support them so they can be shared with the world.