Marriage Counseling Therapists in Halifax, MA

A doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Boston University and dual licensure as a Psychologist and as a Marriage and Family Therapist; certified by APA's College of Professional Psychology in substance abuse treatment; Clinical Member and Past President of the Massachusetts Division of the American Asociation for Marriage and Family Therapy; Board Certified in Couples' and Family Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology and Past President of the Board's Academy of Family Psychology, the national organization for Board Certified Family Psychologists; listed on the National Register of Health Care Providers in Psychology; on most insurance panels.

Imagine a place for healing that addresses the needs of the whole person. A place where one's mind, body, and spirit are addressed in the care. A place that provides the best counseling, programs, and spiritual supports woven into a personalized and team approach, all under one roof. The Well is that place.

"Here we go again."...having the same fight we've had a hundred times before. The subject may change, but the flavor... the feeling... is always the same. Our downward spiral. Our bad deal. But if we could learn to break the pattern... to interrupt the downward spiral... well that would be something, wouldn't it. So that's where we'll start. This is not a "traditional couples therapy" approach. It's skills-based, educational and results-oriented. When the roof is broken, you find a hammer and nails and you fix it. When your relationship is broken, this is your hammer and nails.

I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!

Seeking help in the form of therapy takes courage. I view my role in therapy as embarking on a journey with my client towards greater life fulfillment, improved quality in their relationships and in their overall quality of life. I work with adults struggling with mood and anxiety issues, grief and loss, codependency, marital issues, trauma and life cycle/life adjustment issues, inner child work and family of origin issues. I work with preteens and adolescents and include parenting and family therapy in that work when needed. I enjoy working with couples and have been trained in The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy.

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.

Looking for a genuine, realistic but also compassionate person to join your journey to individual personal self discovery? I have had the privilege to become apart of many peoples journeys and would be honored to have the opportunity to join yours. I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2011 and have been providing mental health care to patients for 15+ years. I work with Adults 18+ providing individual, couples/marriage counseling. My counseling style is realistic and direct yet display a great level of compassion for my clients.

Life transitions, family predicaments, career decisions, and marital or relationship dynamics, each requires attention and energy. Today, more than ever, anxiety and depression are increasing stress levels and further complicating the challenges of life, both routine and unexpected. Perhaps you are in need of change, yet overwhelming thoughts and feelings are preventing you from finding appropriate solutions.

My perfect clients are serious couples and individuals who want long-lasting change. Resolve relationship conflicts by examining the underlying issues (no matter how painful or old). This process is a step-by-step piece of work of self-discovery as well as working collaboratively to co-create a sustainable and healthy relationship. AKA more peace, joy, and intimacy. With support, intervention, and psychoeducation change IS possible. Call or schedule an appointment to experience real and rapid change.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in assisting individuals, couples, and families with issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, bereavement, marital issues, and family relationships. Whether engaging in individual or couples and family work I assist clients in exploring their current situations from not only an introspective standpoint; but also contextual, family, and generational stance which can promote a deeper understanding of self as an individual as well as in relation to a complex multigenerational family system.

My extensive journey as a counselor has taught me that, wherever one finds oneself in life, lasting change is not only possible, but within reach. Embracing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I draw upon a rich tapestry of modalities in order to tailor a treatment plan to each individual's unique circumstances. I encourage clients to build upon their own strengths and to tap into their innate desire to flourish. I create a therapeutic space free of judgment or prejudice. I believe that treatment is fundamentally an interactive process in which the client will develop and foster the skills to live fully and with meaning.

Clients struggling with OCD, ADHD, anxiety, and grief. I collaborate with clients to resolve life's struggles. What's lost can be found!

I help clients who are seeking to improve their marriage and/or family life. I work with clients to learn specific skills on how to listen, understand, and meet the needs of their family members while simultaneously satisfying their own needs. I assist clients to change ineffective relational patterns in order to create and sustain the family life clients desire."

I have over 20 years of experience working with women, couples, and families, primarily addressing challenges at different stages of marriage and raising a family. In addition , issues women frequently face, depression, anxiety, work/life balance, and parenting are an area of special interest. My approach is systemic, viewing people in context of their family, communities, educational situations, beliefs and values that shape how their world is viewed. I support individuals and families to advocate for themselves, and, if appropriate, link people with community resources that might be helpful on their journey.

Therapy should be a safe place where an individual can feel they have control to address their concerns and receive support and therapeutic strategies to build their skills. As your therapist I will provide a non-judgmental environment for you work on whatever brings you to therapy. I have been in practice for over twenty years working with individuals, families, adolescents and children. My goal is to assist my clients with utilizing their strengths to build their ability to manage issues that may be interfering with daily functioning.