Existential Therapists in South Weymouth, MA

I work best with clients who are eager to understand themselves, their partner(s), and the world with increasing depth and clarity. Maybe you want a lot more out of life, but find certain habits and challenges keep getting in the way. I will help to reveal and release these old patterns so you can find more fulfilling ways of living and relating. 2023: I am currently accepting clients for sex therapy and/or relationship counseling only. I can help with communication, consensual non-monogamies, kink interests, gender identity, aging, disability, desire discrepancy, sexual fulfillment, shame, the impact of trauma, and more.

Life is difficult. Unless you are an old soul, choices surrounding identity, self worth and acceptance, relationships/finding connection, and career choice are often painful and confusing. Even in the best of circumstances and family support, we are left with well meaning advice and our own limited self-understanding to guide choices that will affect the next season of life. I have over a decade of experience in residential and college counseling settings helping clients to explore their past to understand the motivations and traumas that led then to where they are and what if anything they want to change going forward.

There is no real ‘cure’ for being a human being. But in therapy, there can be support, exploration and development of skills that let us live a more meaningful and manageable life. Perspective of another, more objective person, can help. When you are in the movie, you can't watch it.

“The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide that you are not going to stay where you are.”--Unknown The decision to seek help is one that is often arrived at after long periods of suffering. We so often cling to what is familiar, even when what is familiar is causing us and those around us tremendous pain. We go to great lengths to avoid coming face to face with our vulnerability, and unknowingly prolong our suffering despite our best efforts to master it. For many of us, we simply do what we know, choosing the familiarity of pain over the inherently fear-inducing path of change. Simply stated--change is hard. While change is inevitably challenging, it does not have to be undertaken alone. Finding a qualified therapist to support you through this process can make a significant difference in both the outcome and the process.

Successful people need therapy too. I specialize in working with high-achieving professionals who need support navigating difficult moments and transitions in their lives. I partner with my clients to help them develop new strategies, skills, and perspectives to address problems, adjust to change, and create the outcomes they desire and deserve.

People have the capacity for incredible growth and positive change when they create genuine connections that allow them to feel seen and heard. If you are stuck in unhelpful patterns, or feel that you lack the tools or skills to make the changes you want in life, I am here to guide you on your journey and help you discover your hidden strengths. My clients struggle with family issues, existential concerns, self-injurious behaviors, suicidal ideation, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I see teens and adults, starting at age 13.

Are you going through a lot of changes in your life? Are your responsibilities changing? Are you experiencing constant worry and fear of something bad happening? Do you get nervous around people and worry about what they think? Are you struggling with your self-esteem? Are your relationships suffering? Do you become physically or mentally uncomfortable in your own body? Are you struggling with disordered eating? Or obsessive thoughts and behaviors around food and body image? Whatever it is, it can be different, it can change.

As a mental health counselor, my passion lies in guiding individuals toward a life of greater meaning and fulfillment. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+, disabilities, couples, substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodivergent communities. My approach is rooted in inclusivity, compassion, and an existential understanding of human suffering. I believe in the power of therapy to uncover deep-seated patterns, heal past wounds, and create lasting change. Integrating Brainspotting with evidence-based therapies like CBT, Schema Therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.

If you’re trapped in a spiral of anxiety or depression, here is a hand reaching out to slow your momentum and create space for peace. Are you struggling to find a way to break the cycle of stress? Let me help you find a way to regain control. I specialize in working with individuals who may have a physical disability, chronic pain, trauma, grief, as well as LGBTQAI+ issues.

Therapy hours: 8:30AM-2:30PM Mon-Fri. Individuals work with me in counseling to acquire skills to reduce, eliminate, or manage symptoms, dialog on root issues, explore and unpack deep truths, develop meaning, or for grief or emotional support. I treat anxiety, grief, depression, bipolar, PTSD, military trauma, sexual abuse, many forms of addiction, career issues, existential concerns, impostor syndrome, and relationship issues, including poly and ENM issues. I have worked with many facing complex mental health, personal, relational, and professional challenges. With over 12 years experience, I'm confident I can help you as well.

I enjoy a diverse practice that seeks to create a safe environment from which a client can feel free to collaborate in a shared vision of goal attainment. I see individuals, couples, and families. I adopt an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice with a particular area of interest and expertise in existential therapeutic applications where indicated. I have published extensively in the area of Existential Psychology (e.g., https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781349952106). I enjoy working with clients who seek a deeper self-understanding in pursuit of transcendence.

Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.

My name is Jenna Heroux. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who uses a client-centered, feminist approach to support clients on their journey to wellbeing and growth. My approach is primarily feminist but is informed by other approaches as well, such as psychodynamic, existential, and family systems theories. Holding the client with unconditional positive regard, I seek to understand them from their own value system and sense of personal empowerment. We will work collaboratively to identify targets for treatment, while activating personal choice and self-compassion.

I believe strongly in forming a warm and collaborative relationship and tailoring my approach to your needs and goals. Since no two clients are the same, I am very flexible in my approach. Depending on your struggles, goals, and needs, I might be highly directive or non-directive, always providing a safe space to work through your thinking and emotions. I am eclectic in my work, meaning I draw from many techniques/orientations including cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and existential therapy. My first goal is always to develop a collaborative relationship, as I consider us partners in this process.

I am currently accepting new clients, Monday-Wednesday availability. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in supporting youth, young adults, and adults through the challenges of life to reach a place of comfort. I specialize in working with individuals and families who experience mental health concerns, including, but not limited to, depression/anxiety, life transitions, trauma, mood disorders, stress management, and relationship concerns. My work is versatile as I utilize my passions to support individuals to make positive progress toward their goals.

Are you seeking more peace and joy in your life? Dealing with grief or seeking better connections with loved ones? As your counselor, I'm here to help you rediscover yourself, regain confidence, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and achieve independence. I approach counseling from a holistic perspective, focusing on what makes you wonderfully you, discovering more about your meaning and purpose in life, and prioritizing your hopes and aspirations for well-being. I foster a warm, nurturing, and supportive therapeutic environment for clients to share their stories, process, and transform.

Are you seeking new ways of thinking, behaving and interacting with your partner, spouse, family or friends? Are old relational patterns getting in the way of fulfillment and growth? Are you going through something that is testing your strength and ability to manage? Through personal and professional experiences I believe in the power of the therapeutic process and relationship in fostering insight, healing, and to empower change. My clients tell me my warmth, humor and grounded approach allows them to feel at ease.

I enjoy using a blend of therapy approaches tailored to the needs of each of my individual clients. I am a firm believer of meeting a person where they're at while helping them understand themselves and the world around them. Whether it's processing emotions, providing education and support, helping those understand the impact of trauma, learning new and practical skills or whether it's providing practical and pragmatic advice - all of these are important in treating my clients as a whole. I truly believe that I can be of help to anyone who is willing to move towards self-understanding and overall wellness.

Hello! I hope you found yourself here looking to start or continue your journey of self-care and healing, whether it's for you or someone you love. I'm a licensed mental health clinician and school adjustment counselor starting my practice on the south shore after working in the school system these past 4 years.