Therapists in Pittsfield, MA

I am a lively, caring, dynamic feminist psychotherapist located in Shelburne Falls, Mass. with over 40 years of experience with counseling and therapy. I have openings for individual clients, teenagers, people under personal stress or in a relationship crisis. couples. LGBTQ clients are also very welcome. I have particular experience with trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, shame, debt crises, abusive family patterns that need to be changed. My goal in our sessions is to nurture your capacity for decision-making, for healing, for life change, and to explore impasses until they shift into turning points...

I currently work with only adults and couples. I work with clients who need to work on symptoms such as anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, academic problems, anger management, bereavement and grief issues, communication problems with family members and partners, self-esteem, separation and divorce, sleep disturbance, work stress, and much more. I use Cognitive behavioral therapy, systems approach, relaxation, and guided imagery. I also provide assertiveness training. I also use Clinical Hypnosis for weight loss, smoke cessation, nail biting, and other behavioral changes. I also do Christian counseling with focus on spirituality.

Tarn was adopted and raised in Southern Vermont on a farm. She has always loved helping others so the decision to become a therapist came easy. She first attended Community College in Vermont before continuing on to earn a BA in Sociology from Smith College in Northampton, MA. Tarn then attended the Smith College School for Social Work where she earned a Masters in Social Work (MSW). She has since worked in a variety of positions throughout her career which have assisted her in becoming an eclectic therapist with a wealth of knowledge in several facets of social work and life.

Looking for a therapist can be a daunting task in itself. You have taken the first step towards true self care! Every-day life can present us with a multitude of stressors and challenges. Therapy is a valuable way to develop abilities for coping, growth, and self-understanding. It is often a process of discovering additional ways of solving problems and of gaining new awareness about yourself and your life. Therapy is a collaborative effort requiring trust and a positive and open therapeutic relationship, with the goal of experiencing a sense of well-being, personal growth and inner peace.

"Pain is the touchstone of all growth." --Bill Wilson. Using a wide range of therapeutic approaches in a safe, non-judgmental environment, my focus is on helping individuals and couples cope with difficult circumstances and challenges including anxiety, depression, anger, addiction/substance abuse, disordered eating, relational conflict, divorce, PTSD/trauma, grief, and life transitions. I seek to help clients address their problems and ineffective behavior by exploring, identifying and defining priorities, problems, values and goals in service of their healing and growth.

Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has experience working with adults in both individual and group counseling. She treats a variety of issues, including anger management, stress management, reintegration from incarceration to society, anxiety, mood, trauma, personality, and substance use disorders. Meg completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Boston University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Forensic and Correctional Counseling at William James College.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Mental Health Counselor. I work with adults who may be feeling emotional pain, sadness, demotivation, uncertainty, difficulty making decisions, desires to be more assertive, tensions in relationships, and other challenges. I work with children, adolescents, adults, elderly individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorder, mood disorder, self-esteem, stress, Women's issues, burnout, grief, PTSD, anxiety, anger management, career counseling, particularly with Spanish-speaking families.

I believe the first step to helping people with their unique challenges is to build a connection founded on compassion, collaboration, and respect. To me, the therapeutic relationship acts as the foundation of a successful treatment plan. My goal is to act as support and encouragement as you face challenges, heal, seek out positive change, or search for a deeper understanding of yourself. I'm a bilingual therapist and provide services in English or Spanish while utilizing a dynamic style of treatment that combines aspects of CBT, talk therapy, person-centered therapy, art, writing, goal setting, meditation, and more.

Are you feeling, afraid, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed or just feel like life is to tough. Do you feel like bad things only happen to you. Well don't feel alone, bad things happen to many people. Therapy is a chance to put things back into perspective and help get your life back on track. I base therapy on the individual needs of the client. Offering the highest level of care for clients in a safe, comfortable private setting. Client's learn to develop effective coping and problem solving skills to address life's challenges and to attain personal growth. TELEMEDICINE IS AVAILABLE TO ALL CLIENTS AT THIS TIME.

As clinical social workers and experienced psychotherapists, we believe that people of all ages are able to grow and overcome the obstacles that life presents. We are dedicated to providing effective, strengths-based counseling to empower our clients on their journey to a healthier and brighter future. We have over twenty-five years experience providing counseling for children, adolescents, families, and adults. We work together with clients to achieve their personal goals in a safe environment.

Are you fearful, anxious, stressed, sad or not able to complete your goals and life seems to be moving while you are feeling stuck? Prioritize yourself and your well-being, call me and let's talk. I am a passionate and empathic mental health professional who believes that everyone deserves the chance to be the best person they can be and to live the best life possible. I am committed to empowering individuals to recognize and utilize their strengths to change their circumstance.

I believe it takes strength and courage to seek therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space in which you can explore attitudes and beliefs/patterns which get in the way of accomplishing your full potential and fully engaging in life. I utilize techniques from positive psychology, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and dialectal behavioral therapy to connect my clients with their "true, inner selves," something which we most often lose touch with as we go about our lives in this often unpredictable and stressful world. I also believe in the power of humor and laughter as tools in the healing process.

Women face unique challenges throughout the lifespan, and I specialize in supporting them as they grow through these tough transitions - whether it be college stress, a "quarter life crisis", or pregnancy and parenting. I have a holistic approach that aims to empower women facing a wide range of issues or symptoms, including anxiety and stress management, depression, "burnout", OCD, and pregnancy/postpartum mental health. Please see my website for additional details about my practice.

With over 20 years of experience in the field of helping others, I have learned that making a genuine connection with people is the best way in which to begin the work of therapy. One of the most important skills I have to offer is to carefully and compassionately listen to what you have to say. We then go from there; when you are ready, we begin to look at how to change.

Empowerment is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy. I believe that understanding our patterns of behavior and learning and applying practical strategies enables clients to enhance their social and emotional functioning and improve their quality of life. We will take a collaborative approach in our work together and set meaningful goals focused on positive change. This approach to counseling is effective for those who are experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, issues with attention and focus, educational struggles, interpersonal issues and life transitions.

My name is Shanna (Shay-nah) McNamara and I love my job! I have been working in the social work field for 13 years, and have been a therapist for over 8 years. Being a therapist is one of the most rewarding things I have accomplished, and I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to ensure we are on track towards their identified goals. I always prioritize the clients desires and needs out of treatment, and remind my clients I am not “magic,” I am a human helping other humans with life’s messy struggles, one step at a time. My clients have said they appreciate my honest approach with humor and laughter along the way.

I enjoy working with individuals who are motivated for change but who might not know how to take the first steps. As an interactive therapist, I see myself as a facilitator in your therapy as you work toward improving aspects of your life that you feel no longer work for you. Trained as a relational psychologist, I emphasize the importance of early relationships and how they impact one's daily functioning. I value the importance of the here and now as well as the future while helping individuals realize their maximum potential for happiness.