Female Therapists in Northampton, MA
Sometimes, there’s just no time to waste. A relationship can feel unbearable when stuck in a destructive cycle, or a sudden betrayal can leave partners reeling. Couples who come to me are highly motivated to tackle the hard work necessary for a relationship transformation. While they may be skeptical that change is even possible, they yearn for a breakthrough—a chance to restore connection and rediscover hope.
Sometimes, there’s just no time to waste. A relationship can feel unbearable when stuck in a destructive cycle, or a sudden betrayal can leave partners reeling. Couples who come to me are highly motivated to tackle the hard work necessary for a relationship transformation. While they may be skeptical that change is even possible, they yearn for a breakthrough—a chance to restore connection and rediscover hope.
Together, we will explore the obstacles, relationship dynamics, communication patterns, personal narratives, body based responses, and internal processes that are keeping you from the connection, self-trust, and joy you desire. I approach my work with a decolonizing, non-pathologizing, and humanistic lens. I honor the complexity of each person’s experience, the societal influences that shape them, and the innate wisdom and compassion we all carry. Curiosity, collaboration, humor, and trust will be the pillars of our work together.
Together, we will explore the obstacles, relationship dynamics, communication patterns, personal narratives, body based responses, and internal processes that are keeping you from the connection, self-trust, and joy you desire. I approach my work with a decolonizing, non-pathologizing, and humanistic lens. I honor the complexity of each person’s experience, the societal influences that shape them, and the innate wisdom and compassion we all carry. Curiosity, collaboration, humor, and trust will be the pillars of our work together.
I take great joy in my commitment to support individuals and groups towards healing and transformational change. I have provided therapy in home environments as well as private and college settings. Whether you are facing mid-life cycle transitions, stuck in fear patterns, struggling with menopause or dealing with intergenerational trauma, I can help you lean into these places more deeply with trusted support.
I take great joy in my commitment to support individuals and groups towards healing and transformational change. I have provided therapy in home environments as well as private and college settings. Whether you are facing mid-life cycle transitions, stuck in fear patterns, struggling with menopause or dealing with intergenerational trauma, I can help you lean into these places more deeply with trusted support.
Areas of focus include & are not limited to: self-esteem & identity development, emerging adulthood, grief, bi & pansexuality, creativity & self-expression, self-discovery, women/femme experiences, mindfulness, ancestry, nature therapies.
You are the expert on your needs and emotions, and I believe when you feel empowered and connected you will find your way. It is possible to develop confidence & kindness towards yourself. Let’s work together to co-create a space where you can embody your truest self with compassion, joy, and authenticity.
Areas of focus include & are not limited to: self-esteem & identity development, emerging adulthood, grief, bi & pansexuality, creativity & self-expression, self-discovery, women/femme experiences, mindfulness, ancestry, nature therapies.
You are the expert on your needs and emotions, and I believe when you feel empowered and connected you will find your way. It is possible to develop confidence & kindness towards yourself. Let’s work together to co-create a space where you can embody your truest self with compassion, joy, and authenticity.
Social and political distress are causing fear and alienation, along with feelings of disempowerment and personal inadequacy with less community for us to count on. My way of working with this is to help clients become more aware of their own internal wisdom and connection to all things. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relational difficulties or just feeling overwhelmed. Listening to your story and using Somatic Experiencing, a mind/body approach, I work to help you find your sense of balance, curiosity, resilience, and vitality.
Social and political distress are causing fear and alienation, along with feelings of disempowerment and personal inadequacy with less community for us to count on. My way of working with this is to help clients become more aware of their own internal wisdom and connection to all things. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relational difficulties or just feeling overwhelmed. Listening to your story and using Somatic Experiencing, a mind/body approach, I work to help you find your sense of balance, curiosity, resilience, and vitality.
Marcia Reagan LMHC I am a clinical therapist with a unique background. I have taught Yoga, Meditation, and I'm a healer. I own an herbal business and have a deep love of connection to nature and people. I think all healing starts with a strong therapeutic relationship. If you are ready to grow, heal, and move forward with more ease we will be a great fit. I am here as your ally.
Marcia Reagan LMHC I am a clinical therapist with a unique background. I have taught Yoga, Meditation, and I'm a healer. I own an herbal business and have a deep love of connection to nature and people. I think all healing starts with a strong therapeutic relationship. If you are ready to grow, heal, and move forward with more ease we will be a great fit. I am here as your ally.
My approach to therapy is not limited to any one direction or technique. I work to stay open to and curious about each person's unfolding story. I listen closely to nuance and I look for underlying patterns, towards understanding what keeps people stuck. I am comfortable working with great adversity and extreme pain.
My approach to therapy is not limited to any one direction or technique. I work to stay open to and curious about each person's unfolding story. I listen closely to nuance and I look for underlying patterns, towards understanding what keeps people stuck. I am comfortable working with great adversity and extreme pain.
Daphne Jakstis MSW, LICSW, LCSW, CDBT Licensed in MA, RI, PA, VT, and DE Hello, I am Daphne Jakstis. I have been a licensed therapist for over 22 years. I keep up to date with the latest advances in evidence-based therapy practices and incorporate them into my work with clients. Evidence-based practices are skills and techniques that have been proven to be effective. I am straightforward in my work with clients. I consider your time valuable, so I like to get right to work helping you work towards your goals and feel better as soon as possible.
Daphne Jakstis MSW, LICSW, LCSW, CDBT Licensed in MA, RI, PA, VT, and DE Hello, I am Daphne Jakstis. I have been a licensed therapist for over 22 years. I keep up to date with the latest advances in evidence-based therapy practices and incorporate them into my work with clients. Evidence-based practices are skills and techniques that have been proven to be effective. I am straightforward in my work with clients. I consider your time valuable, so I like to get right to work helping you work towards your goals and feel better as soon as possible.
early attachment wounds and abandonment, polyamorous relationships, navigating life after a late diagnosis of autism in women, and childhood trauma.
I am trained in EMDR, BSP (Brain spotting), IFS, SE (somatic experience), The Sedona method, Theta healing, Tantra, Family Constellations, NLP, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Shamanism, mindfulness, Eastern nondual philosophy, EFT and past life regression. I believe that no one modality is better than the other, I tailor treatment based on each client’s needs.
early attachment wounds and abandonment, polyamorous relationships, navigating life after a late diagnosis of autism in women, and childhood trauma.
I am trained in EMDR, BSP (Brain spotting), IFS, SE (somatic experience), The Sedona method, Theta healing, Tantra, Family Constellations, NLP, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Shamanism, mindfulness, Eastern nondual philosophy, EFT and past life regression. I believe that no one modality is better than the other, I tailor treatment based on each client’s needs.
Melissa's warmth, openness, and humor will help to build a comfortable, trusting relationship where you can be empowered to work on your goals with conscious intent using a treatment approach that works best. Melissa specializes in working with young children to young adults, focusing on stress, anxiety, depression, attentional difficulties, attachment, and life transitions. She provides individual and family therapy utilizing a variety of techniques that best fit your needs. Melissa has experience in CBT, DBT, skill building, intuitive, mindfulness, and parent coaching. Melissa has over 10 years experience as a school counselor.
Melissa's warmth, openness, and humor will help to build a comfortable, trusting relationship where you can be empowered to work on your goals with conscious intent using a treatment approach that works best. Melissa specializes in working with young children to young adults, focusing on stress, anxiety, depression, attentional difficulties, attachment, and life transitions. She provides individual and family therapy utilizing a variety of techniques that best fit your needs. Melissa has experience in CBT, DBT, skill building, intuitive, mindfulness, and parent coaching. Melissa has over 10 years experience as a school counselor.
Hi there, I'm Patricia! I have enjoyed practicing psychotherapy since 1995. It is a great privilege to work with individuals from all backgrounds who are courageous enough to share the most intimate details of their lives and work towards self-improvement. I specialize in working with adults with a wide range of concerns, and am skilled in a variety of theoretical frameworks. As a veteran and former VA clinician, I understand the unique concerns of veterans and service members.
Hi there, I'm Patricia! I have enjoyed practicing psychotherapy since 1995. It is a great privilege to work with individuals from all backgrounds who are courageous enough to share the most intimate details of their lives and work towards self-improvement. I specialize in working with adults with a wide range of concerns, and am skilled in a variety of theoretical frameworks. As a veteran and former VA clinician, I understand the unique concerns of veterans and service members.
Meet Our Female Therapists
In today's world, mental health support is needed more than ever. Mental health IS health. It's time to end the stigma and realize it's okay to not be okay. Finding a therapist can be a daunting process but congratulations on taking the first step! As a therapist, I aim to foster an environment that is warm, collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Boston College, and I am licensed in the states of Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Illinois.
In today's world, mental health support is needed more than ever. Mental health IS health. It's time to end the stigma and realize it's okay to not be okay. Finding a therapist can be a daunting process but congratulations on taking the first step! As a therapist, I aim to foster an environment that is warm, collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Boston College, and I am licensed in the states of Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Illinois.
With over 20 years of experience practicing psychotherapy with adults, I specialize in offering effective, evidence-based treatments for mental health conditions such as PTSD, anxiety disorders, and depression. The techniques I use include EMDR, prolonged exposure therapy, and other cognitive behavioral therapies. I have years of training in motivational interviewing to help people work through places in their lives they may feel stuck but hope for change. I believe therapy will produce the most benefit when there is trust and partnership so I work hard to make sure my clients know they are cared for, safe, and supported.
With over 20 years of experience practicing psychotherapy with adults, I specialize in offering effective, evidence-based treatments for mental health conditions such as PTSD, anxiety disorders, and depression. The techniques I use include EMDR, prolonged exposure therapy, and other cognitive behavioral therapies. I have years of training in motivational interviewing to help people work through places in their lives they may feel stuck but hope for change. I believe therapy will produce the most benefit when there is trust and partnership so I work hard to make sure my clients know they are cared for, safe, and supported.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. I work with clients statewide via telehealth and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and grief. I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance, and commitment therapy, and mindfulness. I primarily work with individual adults.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. I work with clients statewide via telehealth and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and grief. I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance, and commitment therapy, and mindfulness. I primarily work with individual adults.
Openings! Email what you want to work on & insurance info for a free 15-minute consult if good fit.-Do you have paralyzing anxiety that makes it hard to concentrate or live in the moment? Do you feel unable to see the brightness in your life because of the dark depressive clouds above you? Are you struggling with dealing with a painful past which has left you feeling hurt, worthless, hopeless and very stuck? Trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues all affect your brain/body functioning. Hearts can race, minds can spin, palms can sweat, heads can be foggy and you may feel as if you are constantly in danger even when you aren’t.
Openings! Email what you want to work on & insurance info for a free 15-minute consult if good fit.-Do you have paralyzing anxiety that makes it hard to concentrate or live in the moment? Do you feel unable to see the brightness in your life because of the dark depressive clouds above you? Are you struggling with dealing with a painful past which has left you feeling hurt, worthless, hopeless and very stuck? Trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues all affect your brain/body functioning. Hearts can race, minds can spin, palms can sweat, heads can be foggy and you may feel as if you are constantly in danger even when you aren’t.
I think every person is capable of living a joyful and meaningful life and sometimes things get stuck in our way of experiencing life how we would like. I think that’s a good place for therapy to enter the picture and I welcome the opportunity to assist you in your journey. My practice is trauma-informed and rooted in relational and attachment psychodynamic theory and critical liberation theory: I deeply value the clinical relationship in therapeutic work and am dedicated to working from a social justice perspective. I also deeply value humor; this work is hard, but it doesn’t mean we can’t find purpose and joy in the process.
I think every person is capable of living a joyful and meaningful life and sometimes things get stuck in our way of experiencing life how we would like. I think that’s a good place for therapy to enter the picture and I welcome the opportunity to assist you in your journey. My practice is trauma-informed and rooted in relational and attachment psychodynamic theory and critical liberation theory: I deeply value the clinical relationship in therapeutic work and am dedicated to working from a social justice perspective. I also deeply value humor; this work is hard, but it doesn’t mean we can’t find purpose and joy in the process.
Hi there! My name is Arianna Shimits, MA, CMPC and I am a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Approved Mentor for CMPC Candidates, and a doctoral student at Springfield College. Throughout my career and graduate school education, I have worked with dancers, musicians, runners, basketball players, soccer players, cyclists, surgeons, first responders, and adults with eating disorders. I am passionate about helping people perform at their best. And I believe that complementing rigorous physical training with Sport and Performance Psychology will help performers of all ages achieve exactly that.
Hi there! My name is Arianna Shimits, MA, CMPC and I am a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Approved Mentor for CMPC Candidates, and a doctoral student at Springfield College. Throughout my career and graduate school education, I have worked with dancers, musicians, runners, basketball players, soccer players, cyclists, surgeons, first responders, and adults with eating disorders. I am passionate about helping people perform at their best. And I believe that complementing rigorous physical training with Sport and Performance Psychology will help performers of all ages achieve exactly that.
Suffering results from our disconnection from our self, our bodies, friends, families and world and the Divine. This may manifest as anxiety, depression or other difficulties depending on an individual's in-born biology and life experiences. I work collaboratively with each individual according to their needs and desires. I am most interested in facilitating lasting change at the deepest level.
Suffering results from our disconnection from our self, our bodies, friends, families and world and the Divine. This may manifest as anxiety, depression or other difficulties depending on an individual's in-born biology and life experiences. I work collaboratively with each individual according to their needs and desires. I am most interested in facilitating lasting change at the deepest level.
Simone Bernette Alter Muri
Counselor, EdD, ATR-BC, LMHC
Verified Verified
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Northampton, MA 01062
As a psychotherapist and art therapist with over 30 years experience working with both children and adults, I specialize in tailoring my clinical approach to each individual. Drawing on a wide variety of therapeutic techniques, my practice is client-centered and eclectic. With children, I focus on play and art therapy; my work with adults weaves in positive psychology techniques, art therapy and humanistic therapies. I have been teaching therapy at the graduate level for 30 years. I also mentor and supervise individuals working towards their LMHC (Licensed mental health counselor) and ATR (Registered art therapist) certifications.
As a psychotherapist and art therapist with over 30 years experience working with both children and adults, I specialize in tailoring my clinical approach to each individual. Drawing on a wide variety of therapeutic techniques, my practice is client-centered and eclectic. With children, I focus on play and art therapy; my work with adults weaves in positive psychology techniques, art therapy and humanistic therapies. I have been teaching therapy at the graduate level for 30 years. I also mentor and supervise individuals working towards their LMHC (Licensed mental health counselor) and ATR (Registered art therapist) certifications.
I am a Master’s degree-prepared Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience in the areas of psychiatry, renal disease, long-term care, and child welfare. As your therapist, I promise to meet you where you are. Please be reassured that I will collaborate with you in developing your treatment plan to reflect your unique needs.
I am a Master’s degree-prepared Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience in the areas of psychiatry, renal disease, long-term care, and child welfare. As your therapist, I promise to meet you where you are. Please be reassured that I will collaborate with you in developing your treatment plan to reflect your unique needs.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.