"Hi there! Are you looking for an objective perspective to issues you are dealing with in your life? Perhaps you could benefit from self reflection and change? Do you want to be challenged in a gentle way to live up to your full potential? I use a variety of approaches to my counseling style as each individual has different needs and brings something unique to the counseling relationship. I offer a comfortable and safe, nonjudgmental environment. I believe correcting faulty thought patterns can be helpful for clients ruminating over negative or unrealistic thoughts or feelings, so often cognitive behavioral techniques are used."

"Over 20 years experience providing support for teens (13-19) and ADULTS (18+) overwhelmed by academic pressure to achieve, peer relationship stress and transitioning to college and the work world. Navigating the bio-psycho- social demands of adolescence/young adulthood is stressful. I use a relational-psychodynamic approach to treatment balanced with empowering energy and humor. Supporting the LBGTQ community is a professional passion. Embracing authenticity and self acceptance is the treatment goal."

"What are you seeking? Self acceptance? Better relationships? Freedom from doubt or fear? Reprieve from grief? It can seem like our circumstances, beliefs, emotional pain, physical bodies are so limiting... yet, we all deserve to heal. You deserve happiness. I have studied spirituality for over 20 years, have practiced in social services and psychotherapy for 11 years, and am a certified Yoga Instructor. I have insight and expertise that I believe can help you to enjoy life again. I too have suffered with mental illness, eating disorders and addiction, yet today... enjoy peace and happiness. And so can you. "

"Nancy takes a strengths based approach to therapeutic work with individuals, couples, and families. All people have an inherent emotional strength and only through building on that strength can further emotional growth occur. Nancy specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and other emotional and mental health diagnosis."

"I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose client population includes, individuals, couples, families and groups. Currently, I work with couples who are experiencing a loss of connection, as well as communication and intimacy difficulties. These couples are often facing life cycle transitions. I also work with families, primarily families with adolescent children. These families have children with behavioral issues, mental health challenges, and many times are dealing with trauma and loss. I also work with the LGBTQ population. My practice includes a culturally and socio-economically diverse population."

"What does it take to feel better? It starts with a phone call or email. Whatever is bothering you, do something about it. Change is never easy but your happiness is worth the effort. Change must take place at your pace, with you in control. That's where I can help. I am very easy to talk to and have lots of personal experience that enhance my ability to relate. We are all grieving in some way or another. Maybe it's significant loss, relationship, LGBT issues, stress or other life issue. A call to find out more is FREE!"

"**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**" I need to see a counselor" is now becoming "I'm going to see a counselor" and sorting through profile after profile for that 'perfect' therapist may feel exciting/overwhelming/confusing/(insert feeling here). You may know the issue(s) you need to address or maybe you're realizing that whatever you've been doing hasn't been getting you to where you want to be in life. Regardless of your motivation to start therapy I am committed to providing a safe, positive, and non-judgmental space to assist you in reaching your goals."

"I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of clinical psychotherapy experience. I maintain a private practice South of Boston, in Norwell, MA. I provide individual psychotherapy for adults, as well as couples counseling and family therapy. I have a general private practice with extensive post-graduate training in addictions and recovery, couples and family therapy, acute stress disorder and PTSD. "

""I believe self-acceptance is the key to positive change." There are times in our lives that can become overwhelming and difficult for whatever reason, but I believe we all have the capacity to improve ourselves and achieve happiness. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment where you can feel at ease to discover who you are. Through counseling, I will assist in developing your strengths while addressing your weaknesses, teach effective coping skills and incorporate strategies to overcome obstacles in your life. My practice can accommodate children, and adults in individual, couples and family settings."

"Individualized supportive sessions to improve relationships and challenges through promotion of competencies in self regulation and self reflection. * Individual consultation sessions offered to parents/caregivers seeking guidance on pre-natal planning, postpartum adjustments, or in support of their child diagnostic needs such as autism, birth complications or developmental milestones. *Child care based consultation: center or home based. "

"I believe that effective treatment for mental health and addiction problems will take place when a treatment partnership based on respect and honesty is developed with the client. Effective treatment is strength based in nature; recognizing that all people possess resources for change and that change is possible when these resources are utilized. Solution focused therapy is generally the most effective method of treatment. I will work with a client to identify the problem and then assist in formulating a treatment plan that will suit their specific needs. I specialize in addictions, with military service PTSD and problems facing youth."

"Megan Mountcastle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and Coach that helps her clients develop a healthful lifestyle that works for them while reducing anxiety, stress, despair and depression. Drawing from her client's strengths, she uses humor and realism to help her clients reach their goals, increase their confidence, reduce unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and identify achievable next steps in a safe, welcoming and approachable atmosphere."

"I help clients identify the strengths they already possess and expand upon them in an effort to bring them back to themselves. That is what I define as a strength-based approach to therapy. By filtering out all the distractions that you face everyday, we work together to get you more connected with yourself and in more control of your own destiny. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families on a wide variety of issues."

"I am a Licensed Mental Health and Addictions Counselor experienced in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. I conduct substance abuse evaluations and am certified in Anger Management and Trauma. In addition I am a certified clinical supervisor offering consultation and supervision to individual clinicians and larger group practices."

"It is a sign of strength that you are on this site searching for a therapist for you or a loved one. My specialties include working with adolescents, young adults and adults with issues pertaining to depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic, loss, and those struggling with self-injurious or other maladaptive behavioral patterns. Therapy is an active process of change. I believe therapy works best when the therapist and client work collaboratively towards identified goals. I strive to help clients use their innate abilities and resources to make positive, lasting changes in their lives. "

"Are you stuck in self-defeating patterns? 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 believe therapy is an active, collaborative process. I work with clients to develop tools for mastering challenges in a context of self-acceptance, and appreciation of one's own resilience and resourcefulness. My therapeutic style is eclectic, blending solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, positive psychology, and family systems approaches."

"***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I focus on women and couples counseling, interested in the strengthening of one's identity, both mind and body, using empathy and the relational connection present in the therapy room. I believe that empathy is essential in the creation of connection and in the facilitation of change. Before an individual can gain insight into their way of interacting in the world, they must feel empathized with and genuinely understood."

"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 29 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."