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Northampton Center For Couples Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
When your relationship is in crisis, your whole life is in crisis. Is there anything more ungrounding than a rocky connection between two people? If your marriage or partnership isn’t working, you know all too well the dis-ease of not being on the same page. At worst, you feel hopeless. Receiving specialized help and guidance is the most effective way to move through this painfully discordant time. My hand-picked therapists and I specialize exclusively in treating couples using evidence-informed gold-standard models, including Gottman Method Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Pragmatic Experiential Therapy.
When your relationship is in crisis, your whole life is in crisis. Is there anything more ungrounding than a rocky connection between two people? If your marriage or partnership isn’t working, you know all too well the dis-ease of not being on the same page. At worst, you feel hopeless. Receiving specialized help and guidance is the most effective way to move through this painfully discordant time. My hand-picked therapists and I specialize exclusively in treating couples using evidence-informed gold-standard models, including Gottman Method Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Pragmatic Experiential Therapy.
(413) 650-1646 View (413) 650-1646
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Javi Martinez
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
What if conflict became something that could bring you & your partner(s) closer together? It's my passion to support couples & polycules in improving communication, navigating relationship dynamics, & resolving conflicts with love. As a queer Trans Woman with lived experience, it's also my specialty to uplift LGBTQIA+ individuals on their journeys with identity, transitions, & creating meaningful, love-filed lives. Across the spectrum of human identities, I'm trusted to support & empower people in their problem-solving processes. Many of my clients simply need help finding the tools & insight to move through a difficult situation.
What if conflict became something that could bring you & your partner(s) closer together? It's my passion to support couples & polycules in improving communication, navigating relationship dynamics, & resolving conflicts with love. As a queer Trans Woman with lived experience, it's also my specialty to uplift LGBTQIA+ individuals on their journeys with identity, transitions, & creating meaningful, love-filed lives. Across the spectrum of human identities, I'm trusted to support & empower people in their problem-solving processes. Many of my clients simply need help finding the tools & insight to move through a difficult situation.
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Paula Shulman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
I support people to transform life's challenges into a mosaic of internal wisdom. I passionately embrace the power of loving relationships to help shift from feeling burdened by past wounds to compassionate self-acceptance. I facilitate secure attachment and fulfilling relationships. My natural empathy offers a safe space to heal emotional wounds, ruptured relationships, limiting behaviors, non-supporting beliefs, attachment injuries, trauma, loss, grief. In Internal Family Systems (IFS), we access our Core/Wise Self (intrinsic wholeness) - compassion, confidence, calm, creativity, courage, curiosity, connection. In deep Self-attunement, we gently invite wounded internal parts to come forth and heal.
I support people to transform life's challenges into a mosaic of internal wisdom. I passionately embrace the power of loving relationships to help shift from feeling burdened by past wounds to compassionate self-acceptance. I facilitate secure attachment and fulfilling relationships. My natural empathy offers a safe space to heal emotional wounds, ruptured relationships, limiting behaviors, non-supporting beliefs, attachment injuries, trauma, loss, grief. In Internal Family Systems (IFS), we access our Core/Wise Self (intrinsic wholeness) - compassion, confidence, calm, creativity, courage, curiosity, connection. In deep Self-attunement, we gently invite wounded internal parts to come forth and heal.
(413) 893-0040 View (413) 893-0040
Alexandra L Chesner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CAGS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
At your first appointment, I gather information about what's bringing you for therapy now. My approach is strength-based and collaborative, and we will consider what you might find most helpful together. My practice welcomes children, adolescents, college students and parents; I enjoy work with couples, families and individuals. While offering support and guidance, I take time to build a safe place where you gain understanding and develop skills to improve your life. I share my expertise in family systems, along with practical information about resources. With increased perspective and awareness about your choices, the opportunity for change unfolds.
At your first appointment, I gather information about what's bringing you for therapy now. My approach is strength-based and collaborative, and we will consider what you might find most helpful together. My practice welcomes children, adolescents, college students and parents; I enjoy work with couples, families and individuals. While offering support and guidance, I take time to build a safe place where you gain understanding and develop skills to improve your life. I share my expertise in family systems, along with practical information about resources. With increased perspective and awareness about your choices, the opportunity for change unfolds.
(413) 284-4378 View (413) 284-4378
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Antonia Dones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
Taking new clients .Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach with a real life prospective ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, families, life transitions, divorce, work/school problems,substance abuse and relationship issues.
Taking new clients .Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach with a real life prospective ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, families, life transitions, divorce, work/school problems,substance abuse and relationship issues.
(413) 225-4489 View (413) 225-4489
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Heads Held High Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01063  (Online Only)
Are you a queer or trans person who struggles to find a therapist who understands you? Do you find that you often have to educate therapists, who are allies, but don't quite have the cultural understanding of someone who's a part of the community themselves? We are here to help.
Are you a queer or trans person who struggles to find a therapist who understands you? Do you find that you often have to educate therapists, who are allies, but don't quite have the cultural understanding of someone who's a part of the community themselves? We are here to help.
(857) 877-3999 View (857) 877-3999
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Benjamin Paul Ocasio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LICSW, LADC I
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
One Monarch Place, Suite 530 Springfield, MA 01144 4134043548
One Monarch Place, Suite 530 Springfield, MA 01144 4134043548
(413) 300-9858 View (413) 300-9858
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Jorge Xavier Pérez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01061  (Online Only)
You are way more resilient than you may think! Let me help you through the process of change…whether you are (a couple) adjusting to a new chapter in your life, or going through a challenging time, my services can help you by providing a safe space where you can sort through your thoughts & feelings. Talking out loud about what is going on in your mind, even if you do not think it makes any sense, and explaining it to someone skilled in active listening, helps clarify the things that may be challenging you. Putting things in perspective. Releasing tension. Coming up with a plan. These are the just some of the benefits!
You are way more resilient than you may think! Let me help you through the process of change…whether you are (a couple) adjusting to a new chapter in your life, or going through a challenging time, my services can help you by providing a safe space where you can sort through your thoughts & feelings. Talking out loud about what is going on in your mind, even if you do not think it makes any sense, and explaining it to someone skilled in active listening, helps clarify the things that may be challenging you. Putting things in perspective. Releasing tension. Coming up with a plan. These are the just some of the benefits!
(413) 252-8661 View (413) 252-8661
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Tools for Success Counseling
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
Tools For Success Counseling is committed to providing professional clinical treatment that addresses the social, emotional and behavioral needs of children, adults, and families in crisis. We work collaboratively with individuals served to help them advance toward improving the personal strengths and communication skills necessary for maintaining healthier more productive lives. Through conversation, we will explore your life situations, concerns, worries, hopes, and desires in a way unique to that which you have experienced previously
Tools For Success Counseling is committed to providing professional clinical treatment that addresses the social, emotional and behavioral needs of children, adults, and families in crisis. We work collaboratively with individuals served to help them advance toward improving the personal strengths and communication skills necessary for maintaining healthier more productive lives. Through conversation, we will explore your life situations, concerns, worries, hopes, and desires in a way unique to that which you have experienced previously
(413) 276-4840 View (413) 276-4840

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J Christopher Waisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Florence, MA 01062  (Online Only)
La vida puede retar a uno con situaciones dolorosas, a menudo repetitivas y incompresibles. Brindo un espacio seguro y reflexivo para ayudar a ampliar tanto su comprensión de los problemas como su potencial para cambiar. Creo que todos tenemos los talentos, las fortalezas y las habilidades necesarias para realizar cambios significativos en nuestras vidas, y empleo una amplia experiencia terapéutica, conocimiento profesional, curiosidad empática y espíritu jugetón en el tratamiento de personas mayores de 8 años, parejas y familias. Espero poder ayudarlo a identificar y alcanzar sus metas para la vida.
La vida puede retar a uno con situaciones dolorosas, a menudo repetitivas y incompresibles. Brindo un espacio seguro y reflexivo para ayudar a ampliar tanto su comprensión de los problemas como su potencial para cambiar. Creo que todos tenemos los talentos, las fortalezas y las habilidades necesarias para realizar cambios significativos en nuestras vidas, y empleo una amplia experiencia terapéutica, conocimiento profesional, curiosidad empática y espíritu jugetón en el tratamiento de personas mayores de 8 años, parejas y familias. Espero poder ayudarlo a identificar y alcanzar sus metas para la vida.
(413) 206-2157 View (413) 206-2157
Photo of Ruth Trujillo-Acosta, Counselor in Northampton, MA
Ruth Trujillo-Acosta
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
Mi cliente ideal es aquella persona que busca el apoyo de una terapia enfocada en creatividad y en encontrar soluciones. Trabajo con niños(as), jovenes y adultos, e involucro a aquellas personas identificadas por el cliente, quienes son una parte importante en el proceso de sanamiento. Mi tratamiento está enfocado en la base de la fortaleza existente, incluyendo elementos de la vida del cliente, para abordar los retos con un enfoque holístico. Tengo 7 años de experiencia trabajando con niños mayores de 3 años, jovenes y sus padres.
Mi cliente ideal es aquella persona que busca el apoyo de una terapia enfocada en creatividad y en encontrar soluciones. Trabajo con niños(as), jovenes y adultos, e involucro a aquellas personas identificadas por el cliente, quienes son una parte importante en el proceso de sanamiento. Mi tratamiento está enfocado en la base de la fortaleza existente, incluyendo elementos de la vida del cliente, para abordar los retos con un enfoque holístico. Tengo 7 años de experiencia trabajando con niños mayores de 3 años, jovenes y sus padres.
(413) 887-3383 View (413) 887-3383
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Heart's Journey Counseling w/Spiritual Perspective
Abriete, Medore, MEd
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
What happened to the joy you used to feel? When did you and your partner start living parallel lives? Sometimes you wonder if you can find your way back. You want to feel happy again. When things are going well, contentment and a sense of well-being flow. Sometimes life begins to feel too much to deal with alone. What felt easy can begin to feel difficult. What used to bring you joy now leaves you feeling indifferent. Your relationship may not be getting the attention it needs. Counseling held within a spiritual perspective can help.
What happened to the joy you used to feel? When did you and your partner start living parallel lives? Sometimes you wonder if you can find your way back. You want to feel happy again. When things are going well, contentment and a sense of well-being flow. Sometimes life begins to feel too much to deal with alone. What felt easy can begin to feel difficult. What used to bring you joy now leaves you feeling indifferent. Your relationship may not be getting the attention it needs. Counseling held within a spiritual perspective can help.
(413) 923-6059 View (413) 923-6059
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River Valley Counseling Center
Psychologist, Psy D, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
(413) 289-5007 View (413) 289-5007
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Maria Del Mar Farina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Ph, D, LICSW
Verified Verified
Easthampton, MA 01027  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) bicultural, LICSW, clinical social worker. I obtained my MSW and PhD degrees from Smith College, School for Social Work. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years providing individual and family therapy to adults, children, adolescents and couples. I specialize in parent-child and sibling conflict, depression, grief/loss, domestic violence, anxiety, trauma, acculturation, relocation/immigration and life transitions. I am also an Associate Professor at Westfield State University, and adjunct faculty at Columbia University, Smith College and Boston University.
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) bicultural, LICSW, clinical social worker. I obtained my MSW and PhD degrees from Smith College, School for Social Work. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years providing individual and family therapy to adults, children, adolescents and couples. I specialize in parent-child and sibling conflict, depression, grief/loss, domestic violence, anxiety, trauma, acculturation, relocation/immigration and life transitions. I am also an Associate Professor at Westfield State University, and adjunct faculty at Columbia University, Smith College and Boston University.
(413) 337-1973 View (413) 337-1973
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Aidza Y Mckenzie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Are you experiencing overwhelming stress, depression, trauma, anxiety, fears, or panic attacks? Are you struggling with sense-of-self or self-worth? Have you been the victim of discrimination or domestic violence and are looking to regain control of your life? Or are you just in need of having a provider that will listen to you in a mindful and non-judgmental way? If you are, call me to discuss effective ways to guide you in the process of overcoming these and other life challenges. I am a caring, gentle, compassionate, and sensitive to cultural, racial, and religious diversity psychologist. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
Are you experiencing overwhelming stress, depression, trauma, anxiety, fears, or panic attacks? Are you struggling with sense-of-self or self-worth? Have you been the victim of discrimination or domestic violence and are looking to regain control of your life? Or are you just in need of having a provider that will listen to you in a mindful and non-judgmental way? If you are, call me to discuss effective ways to guide you in the process of overcoming these and other life challenges. I am a caring, gentle, compassionate, and sensitive to cultural, racial, and religious diversity psychologist. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
(413) 269-8645 x4 View (413) 269-8645 x4
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Rodnnie Santiago-Díaz
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
South Hadley, MA 01075  (Online Only)
We all have wounds to heal. Trauma is universal and each person has their own unique journey of healing and reintegration. Having learned this universal truth, I have chosen empathy, openness, and heart-centered care as key elements of my approach as a therapist and life coach.
We all have wounds to heal. Trauma is universal and each person has their own unique journey of healing and reintegration. Having learned this universal truth, I have chosen empathy, openness, and heart-centered care as key elements of my approach as a therapist and life coach.
(413) 343-4680 View (413) 343-4680
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Carolina Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020
If I have learned one thing over the years working with children and families, is that healing only happens through connection, through a trusting relationship. Therefore, my main goal when working with folks is to establish a relationship where one feels safe, held, listened to, and valued. I once heard that our work is to walk through a dark and scary forest with people, and not to teach them, coach them, to do it on their own. So no matter how dark and scary your forest is right now, my job is to walk through it with you, and support you every step of the way. I am also a native Portuguese speaker, and speak Spanish as well.
If I have learned one thing over the years working with children and families, is that healing only happens through connection, through a trusting relationship. Therefore, my main goal when working with folks is to establish a relationship where one feels safe, held, listened to, and valued. I once heard that our work is to walk through a dark and scary forest with people, and not to teach them, coach them, to do it on their own. So no matter how dark and scary your forest is right now, my job is to walk through it with you, and support you every step of the way. I am also a native Portuguese speaker, and speak Spanish as well.
(413) 217-1102 View (413) 217-1102
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Zaida Govan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.
I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.
(413) 372-8261 View (413) 372-8261
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Maritza Rivera Freytes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040  (Online Only)
We all need someone that we can talk to and we can trust. My approach is client centered were the goal is to promote a safe environment free of judgement where clients can achieve personal growth and create a change in their lives. I love helping children and parents in improving their relationships. I also help children and adults manage their anxiety and increase positive interactions with others. Hablo Español! I cannot wait to meet you and start this healing journey!
We all need someone that we can talk to and we can trust. My approach is client centered were the goal is to promote a safe environment free of judgement where clients can achieve personal growth and create a change in their lives. I love helping children and parents in improving their relationships. I also help children and adults manage their anxiety and increase positive interactions with others. Hablo Español! I cannot wait to meet you and start this healing journey!
(413) 961-5526 View (413) 961-5526
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Anggie Kentish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
I Have Daytime and Evening Openings- Life can be really tough sometimes, can't it? Whether you're dealing with old wounds, relationship problems, money worries, or just trying to figure out what's next, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might be battling depression, anxiety, or feeling lost and alone. That's a lot to handle, but you don't have to do it all by yourself. I've been working with adults and families from all walks of life for over 20 years now, and I get it.
I Have Daytime and Evening Openings- Life can be really tough sometimes, can't it? Whether you're dealing with old wounds, relationship problems, money worries, or just trying to figure out what's next, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might be battling depression, anxiety, or feeling lost and alone. That's a lot to handle, but you don't have to do it all by yourself. I've been working with adults and families from all walks of life for over 20 years now, and I get it.
(413) 666-1003 View (413) 666-1003

Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.