Are you going through a life transition? Have you experienced a traumatic event, past abuse, a significant loss, or experiencing a difficult time in your life? Do you want to break down those roadblocks that have prevented you from being the person you always wanted to be, but let someone or something get in the way of your dreams and goals? Does your child or teen seem more sad, anxious, moody, or fearful than usual? Are they having problems at home, school, or in family and personal relationships?

You struggle with life and feel alone or perhaps overwhelmed with other people or responsibilities. You could use someone to help map out a plan or to find strength. Feeling alone or overwhelmed is very human and much a part of being alive. As your therapist, it is my work to be with you to face these issues, so you do not feel alone. You can find the strength to face challenges. You want to make changes and I'll work with you to have a life of reasonable happiness, love, and purpose.

I am a licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with a diverse population including adolescents (age 18+) and adults in individual, family and group therapy modalities. I specialize in treating people with a variety of concerns such as, depression, grief and loss; anxiety, trauma, sexual, physical and emotional abuse; parenting, co-parenting and divorce; male and female maternity issues including perinatal mood disorders, pregnancy loss and infertility, working mother's conflict with work-life balance.

I serve a variety. Focusing on early recovery, grief and loss and emotional distress

We all have the capacity to think creatively and make positive changes that improve the quality of our lives, even through a crisis! I see people feeling better every day, coming to understand the challenges they face through the lens of self understanding and new skills for lasting and substantive solutions. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, as well as couples and families, helping to resolve conflict and become awesome communicators! Together we can even turn children's challenging behaviors into successes that create high self esteem, and can create a much happier family life. You're worth giving new ideas a try!

Phone sessions available with Carona crisis. I especially love helping teens/ young adults (and their parents) with developing their independence. I'm excited to help individuals and families enjoy their lives more either by improving relationships or better managing their stage of life tasks, while also dealing with those difficult problems listed below including Relationship/ Marital issues, Family Conflicts, Affairs, Sex addiction, Co-parenting, "Growing Up" issues, Adjusting to Divorce, Gay & Lesbian & Gender (Transgender) issues, Substance Abuse, Grief, Violence and Anger Management including Probation & Diversion involvement.

For the past 31 years I have dedicated my career to helping people find true meaning and life purpose. I believe focusing on the present moment can be a grounding experience. Exploration of the past is part of the process but it is not where we will linger. We will give attention to the present moment, create short-term goals and long-term goals. Together we can find a way to achieve acceptance of your life as it is now and establish a sense of peace.

I am a licensed mental health counselor and licensed marriage and therapy therapist. I have counseled individuals and couples for 40 years. I bring a great depth and breadth of expertise to my work and a practical approach. I help clients learn about themselves and practice radical self-acceptance. I received a Ph.D. in Psychology at Saybrook Institute in San Francisco and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology at Antioch New England University. I wrote Relationship Transformation: How to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too with my wife, Mary Ellen.

I have been in private practice since 2000. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, parenting struggles and many other diagnostic entities. I currently work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. As a former member of the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce, I hold strong ties to the Amesbury Community. I am also a founding member of River Valley Counseling Services. Many insurance plans are accepted. Call me today for a free consult!

As the COVID-19 situation continues, I have made adjustments to my practice and will be available to meet clients via phone or video-chat. .............................................................................. I believe in focusing on the individual in the present moment. The past has created who we have become; the present is who we are now; and together we will work toward realizing the future.

I have the privilege of accompanying clients as they go through some of the most painful and some of the most joyous times of their lives. I see therapy as a journey that the client and therapist take together with the therapist playing the role of a traveling companion, guide, and interpreter. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to adolescents, adults and families in the various clinical settings. The focus of treatment includes improving self-image, changing negative self-talk, and working through trauma. My approach is collaborative, working together to define and achieve therapy goals.

I am an interactive, empathic therapist who provides support, understanding, practical feedback and guidance. I specialize in working with adults and couples to find greater life satisfaction including, reducing anxiety and depression, improving social and emotional skills and healthy stress management. I work in a collaborative way with you, helping to manage emotions and develop strategies to lead a more satisfying life and experience loving relationships.

I work with adults, families, and veterans who want to work on healing their trauma and Moral Injury. I do not sit and ask you how you feel and spend the session talking about your week. I believe in relinquishing the control your trauma has on you.. I believe in eliminating the guilt, shame, and blame you have decided is your "Normal". I believe in collaboration and if that takes the form of using kites to eliminate control, horses to hear your story and witness your pain then that is what we do! This is not for everyone, this will NOT take the rest of your life, this IS understanding there is life after trauma!

Thank you for your interest in my counseling services, however I am not accepting any new referrals at this time. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 18 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and family-based goals. I join individuals by engaging in a holistic, 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.

It is intimidating to begin therapy. When seeing a therapist, you must feel comfortable and understood. Over the years, I have worked in many different settings and am able to connect with most anyone who seeks therapy. I believe that you will feel at ease with me and will safe to explore yourself. I work with adolescents, their families, adults, and couples. I will help you to figure out what keeps you stuck and how to get un-stuck so that you can lead a more satisfying life. I am trained in many approaches, I love what I do, and bring passion to my work.

*Please note that I am currently unable to accept new clients. My primary focus is children and families. I appreciate supporting families with children of any age and with a variety of concerns and I have worked for many years with families with very young children. All of my efforts are trauma sensitive but in particular I endeavor to provide parent guidance that is conscious of all a parent has been through, without judgement. I have significant training in attachment focused interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.

**TeleHealth only (Virtual Meetings)** I currently utilize software that is secure and HIPAA-Compliant. Your confidentially is important. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to create a safe, respectful, supportive and comfortable environment where clients can explore difficult issues and learn new skills and strategies to cope with the challenges that are being faced. My approach and clinical style is eclectic with the goal of adapting to each client's specific needs and objectives.

Men and women who appear to benefit the most from working with me are those who arrive via their own motivation. They are clear that something is not working for them and they are open to investigating what might move them forward. Having curiosity as well as a willingness to expand their "comfort zone" contributes to a successful outcome. It is my intention to assist a client in expanding their understanding of their situation, others and themselves. Being "mindful" is more than a slogan; learning to be with things as they are or make changes adds greatly to well-being.