Humanistic Therapists in Salem, MA

Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.

Heather Alexandre is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults to resolve challenges related to anxiety, depression, relationships, grief and loss, and school/work adjustment. For the last 15 years, she worked with chronically ill children on an inpatient unit. In addition, she has worked in a preschool setting, tutored children, and led small community-based child development classes. Heather has also run parenting support groups and supported new mothers during postpartum.

Beneficial therapy is founded upon a strong relationship between the therapist and the client. There is something healing about connecting with another person, about being seen, about feeling understood. With each of my clients, I work to create a warm relationship where they know they will be met with respect and empathy. I also recognize that for some people, especially people with non-dominant cultural identities, mental health care has not always felt welcoming. With that in mind, I work to provide a space where everyone can experience a sense of belonging and feel safe being their full selves. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.

I believe that therapy provides a unique and supportive relationship that helps to foster a person's innate abilities for growth and healing, particularly when they are faced with stressful circumstances. By identifying life skills and coping strategies, a person can grow, heal or make the changes that they want in their lives. My approach to therapy is collaborative and engaging. I will work with you to understand and identify the best way that therapy can suit your needs. I have a person-centered approach with the utmost positive regard for the individuals who seek my help.

Hello and welcome. My name is Matt Stella, and my goal is to reconnect you to the wisdom and depth in your life that make all problems workable. In fact, the worst symptoms and problems that we wrestle with often hold the seed for growth and transformation. Working with adults, couples, and men's groups, my life’s work is to facilitate transformation out of all forms of suffering. Part of my work is to serve male survivors of sexual abuse or assault. (See MenHealing.org) When needed, I use EMDR to address and heal the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect for adults of all genders.

At Evolve Psychotherapy, our compassionate therapists have a wide range of expertise, experience, and treatment options. We believe that people change by feeling motivated and by seeing the benefit of making a difficult change. We provide psychotherapy and education that offers motivational treatment to utilize strengths and help you decide what changes to make and how you will go about it. Using a solution-focused method of treatment, we see the work of a therapist as a collaborative partner in the process of change & healing. We believe in increasing mind-body awareness to assist in this process.

Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.

Everyone can feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious and stuck in life not knowing the best route to take in order to achieve your goals. Everyone deserves to be happy. Do you need a plan and a new direction. We will work together in identifying and utilizing your own strengths. With me having over 25 years of experience and knowledge. Together we can find that successful path that leads you to your ultimate goal. I am committed and passionate about providing you with the best quality care.

I provide a supportive therapeutic environment that is comfortable and non-judgmental. My clinical approach to therapy is a partnership that allows my clients to be interactive in their sessions. Together, we will discuss what your presenting concerns are and work on building skills that will help you cope with those issues. If you are unsure what your specific therapeutic goals are at this time and are looking for broader supports, we can also work together to gain a better understanding of yourself while building a toolbox of skills that will help you move forward on your journey.

I have seven years of experience working in the mental health field with varying populations and ages, largely working with individuals, children, and families who have experiences with trauma, anxiety, and depression. If you are looking for support with making sense of a trauma, coping with anxiety and daily stress, wanting to process life relationships, hoping to understand yourself better, or seeking support with overall mind and body well being, I am here to help.

Accepting new clients! Are you feeling like nothing is working? Tired of talk therapy? Done looping through the same patterns and limiting beliefs of "I am a burden/I am unworthy" leading to shame, guilt, depression and anxiety? By combining psychotherapy& Attachment Focused EMDR with energy medicine (EFT, Reiki, yoga/mindfulness),I can help you overcome these old ways of being while creating space for more joy and fulfillment. I offer a safe space to explore your phobias, fears, concerns and goals, while encouraging curiosity around your experience and to help build a life of deeper meaning and sense of connection.

The journey of self-discovery is valuable and worthwhile, deserving of the effort required to connect with one's authentic self. Throughout our work together, we will create an environment where vulnerability is embraced, challenging conversations occur, and discomfort is a catalyst for growth and change. My approach is characterized by flexibility, adapting to your unique needs and preferences, ensuring that our collaboration is a dynamic and responsive process. Therapy with me involves taking the time to connect with your joys, struggles, history, and hopes, facilitating a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of yourself.

Brenda Kissane is a Clinical Social Worker who believes that the mind, body, and spirit are naturally inclined to healing if given the right space and support. Brenda studied social work at the University of Chicago and believes that social justice is a fundamental part of being a social worker. Brenda is trained in and incorporates DBT, somatic counseling, mindfulness, emotionally focused therapy, and narrative therapy into her work with individuals and couples.

I believe that any person can make improvements in their life with nonjudgemental acceptance and guidance to increase coping skills, self-worth and a better understanding of themselves and what they are capable of.

Finding a therapist can be challenging especially if current circumstances leave you feeling overwhelmed or disheartened. If you are taking those first steps, we can support you to navigate life’s transitions, rediscover inner balance, and heal from an adverse past. Many clients can feel stuck and have a hard time imagining change. Let’s us help you imagine the possibility of change using counseling techniques that are more creative than traditional talk therapy.

*** I am offering tele-therapy through video or phone- NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I have over 35 years of training and experience in the field of behavioral health. I draw on this and my experiences as an amateur athlete and youth sport coach to engage and work with my clients. My specialty is working with teens, adults and their families who are experiencing difficulties from substance use and related mood disorders. I provide a non-judgmental, non-critical opportunity to discuss and work through life challenges. The result is a collaborative process based on a plan of your choosing.

With over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Meg’s passion has always been to help individuals cope with all life stressors, including, but not limited to, those who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. As a Certified Mindfulness Coach, as well as a Certified Resilience Coach, Meg works with people to increase strength and resilience to grow, gain new perspectives, and live a more fulfilling life.

For the past 19 years, I have been a clinical therapist. My clientele covers the adolescent through the geriatric populations. I specialize in a range of affective and anxiety disorders, including Bipolar Disorder, panic attacks, agoraphobia, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and anxiety due to medical conditions. I also work with substance abusers. I use an eclectic approach to therapy. One technique is insight-oriented in which I ask exploratory questions with the purpose of ferreting out what is behind one's problem.

When we seek therapy- we are often "on the edge" of something...usually mystifying, hugely disappointing or nerve wracking. For a while it can be confusing and sometimes debilitating. It may be a relationship breakdown, a divorce, an addiction, a loss, or even "a cliff"- in which case psychotherapy can be life saving! Some of us clearly benefit with guidance. Perhaps our collaboration will achieve this.