Therapists in Pittsfield, MA

Difficult times or life challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed. You might find yourself trapped in troubling thought patterns and repeated behaviors or need support learning how to respond to various situations. Or maybe your goal is improving your relationships or resolving past hurts and trauma. Are you looking for a safe interactive space in which to tackle difficult subjects, deep seated trauma, or to just say the things you never thought you could say out loud. A place to discover the sadness behind anger and the light in yourself and others. To acquaint yourself with the root problems and thus find real solutions.

We are a local mental health provider in Berkshire County. We specialize in treating a variety of conditions and use a person centered, strength based approach. We are able to treat adolescents, adults, seniors, and couples. We accept a variety of insurances and can work with you if you have an insurance we are not contracted with. We have several therapists that are available to schedule appointments with you. You can learn more about our therapists and request an appointment online at: www.communityfirsttc.org

We Serve Clients in MA, NY, and CT! Visit our website to request a consultation. Our ideal client may be navigating the challenges of depression, anxiety, ADHD, or experiencing the impacts of trauma, including PTSD/C-PTSD. They could be college students facing academic stress, parents managing family dynamics, individuals adjusting to career changes, or anyone in the midst of personal growth. Their goals include seeking understanding, healing, and strategies to improve their mental health and well-being. They desire a compassionate space where their unique experiences are understood and valued.

Not accepting new clients at this time. I am a bilingual therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children and families of diverse populations. I focus on the stages of development, social interactions, and how it can have an impact on daily functioning. I focus on issues like school, relationships, family systems, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem/identity, and anxiety and depression. My goal is to help my clients gain skills to thrive rather than just survive.

I am a licensed social worker with 11 years of experience in the field. My primary role was in the emergency services field, I have seen people at their worst moments. My approach is inclusive and affirming, ensuring that every individual feels seen and supported.

I welcome working with adolescents, adults and families. My professional background working at a number of social service and health organizations, and 16 years as a School Counselor. I believe that every client has unique strengths and will work in collaboration with you to develop therapeutic goals that are important and meaningful for you. In our sessions, we will work together to clarify your thoughts, feelings, needs and explore creative and realistic options for your concerns. Through this process, you can discover and decide on any changes you may choose to create your best life.

As a therapist, I aim to help my clients achieve and maintain the best version of themselves. My hope is that through the power of the therapeutic relationship, clients are able to be vulnerable, explore their authentic selves, and learn the tools necessary to help them cope with the struggles in their daily lives and relationships. Through the reflection on past experiences and the exploration of present thoughts, behaviors, and emotions, I work to help my clients gain insight and facilitate change in their lives.

Growing up today is hard work and it requires compassionate curiousity. I work with others to identify strength based approaches, using art, animals, music and ecotherapy. Finding our joy and peace of mind holds an important space in our lives. I offer creative strategies to support balance, learn healthy choices and let go of what doesn't serve you . Mindfulness and healing gardens grow love. Children, adolescents, and young adults appreciate life hacks. I share my own life hacks for wellness . I'm grateful to share over 20 years of experience, while holding the space for us to identify “ the next right thing” for you together .

My focus is on assessing the entire person holistically. I want to acknowledge you for taking this brave and difficult step. Getting to this place has not been easy, but I assure you, you will get through this. Most importantly, you should not feel ashamed for seeking help. We are all imperfect, flawed in our own way. Only we control our journey to realizing our own best self. We need to listen and hear our higher self, clearing the noise and emotional interference that keeps us from achieving mental and spiritual peace. As a therapist, my purpose is to mirror, mentor and persist in helping you transform your soul.

I am not accepting new clients. As a therapist, I want to be able to create a safe and supportive environment to help you navigate life and achieve positive outcomes. My hope is that you feel comfortable enough to be yourself, and feel supported while you continue to heal, thrive and reach your full potential.

* WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILTY FOR NEW CLIENTS (VIRTUAL & IN PERSON) IN OUR MELROSE & PITTSFIELD LOCATIONSI! *

Do you want to transform your life? Do you long to live in a way that’s more vivid, poignant and meaningful? Are you hungry for an authentic connection with others? It’s the key operating systems that run us when we are making dinner, interacting with our family and tying our shoes. Perhaps you are ready for some new ones? Sometimes it takes life falling apart for us to become ready to seek a new path. You need courage to let go of what no longer works and that’s where I can help. I use a lens of core vulnerability to help people understand the role of defense mechanisms and a mindfulness-based approach.

I work with a diverse group of individuals. In my experience,​ the people who find their way to me are the people I work best with.

Are there times when you feel there is no one to turn to, when life is just overwhelming, you have exhausted your coping skills, and looking for guidance? I believe each person has the ability to grow and heal when given the right space and support. My hope is that through the therapeutic relationship, clients are able to explore their unique selves, become vulnerable, and learn tools necessary to help them cope with their everyday struggles.

Hello for and thank you for taking the time to view my profile. Excited to say I am currently accepting clients! I offer compassionate, heart-and-soul-centered, nonjudgmental, supportive, strengths-based therapy in the comfort of your own home via telehealth. I work with teens, kids, families, parents, individuals and couples. I am trained at Simmons College and Harvard Medical School. You deserve the BEST! I became a therapist because I LOVE PEOPLE and I want to support you becoming the person you always wanted to be. I am not adverse to walking through tough stuff and lingering issues from the past and present that need healing.

If you are feeling stuck, I am here to help you navigate the process of getting un-stuck. Maybe you are running into the same problems repeatedly, feeling dissatisfied with life, or dealing with anxiety and depression. So many of the challenges we face comes from the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. I work with my clients from a trauma-informed lens to reframe and re-author their stories. We work with curiosity to understand the places where pain emerges. We are a team in this process with you, the client as the expert on your life. Together we work to build confidence, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and processing.

I work with clients from all walks of life, and especially love working with those who are embarking on a new chapter in life, whether it be examining relationships, starting a family, exploring their identity and values, or starting to unpack their past. I am a pre-licensed professional who will be working under the supervision of Shannon Sennott at the Center for Psychotherapy and Social Justice.

Have you noticed patterns in your life you'd like to change? Negative moods? Unexplained pain? Often these are signs of unresolved trauma. Therapy can help us understand and integrate the meaning enabling us to make changes to our behavior so that we are more successful in our personal and professional lives. I work with adults, children from as young as 2 yrs old, and families. My work is strength based, empowering people to meet personal goals, improve relationships and develop a more comfortable, meaningful life. I attend to the mind body connection. My approach is solution focused and playful.

My special focus is on our future - children. We need healthy and functional individuals to take us into the future. I support child clients to examine the challenges they face, to preserve their agency and develop strategies to manage their moods. And I extend that support to every client I work with no matter their age.