Therapists in New Hampshire

Are you seeking a transformative approach to mental health that goes beyond the conventional? Welcome to Summit Counseling and Consulting, LLC, your premier out-of-network private practice specializing in person-centered holistic mental health. We believe that true wellness encompasses the mind, body, and spirit, and our integrative treatments are designed to nurture all aspects of your well-being. At Summit Counseling, we understand that every individual is unique, which is why our personalized care plans are tailored to meet your specific needs to assist you through your healing process. We see preteens, teens and adults.

GROUP & CLASS openings only. No Availability for 1:1 right now. You may feel stuck, repeat patterns that no longer serve you, or feel at a loss regarding how to change. You may have forgotten, or never realized, your purpose. You may be anxious about the future, or the past. In our work together my aim is to help you develop clarity, compassion & curiosity about the true sources of suffering in your life. Through compassionate self-inquiry we explore what gives your life meaning, & what's missing. Integrating insight-oriented therapy, internal family systems, CBT tools, somatic mindfulness, yoga, nutrition, & time in nature.

Life brings many challenges. Possibly, you are feeling out of balance with the pressures of work and/or personal relationships. Maybe, anxiety and stress are causing you to lose sleep, feel depressed or act out with excessive behaviors; such as drinking too much, overeating or experiencing repetitive, self defeating thoughts. You may be struggling to manage or stop behaviors that create shame, guilt or ongoing regret. With 17 years of clinical experience, specializing in trauma/ PTSD, addictions, relationships and other life transitions, I support clients through a Holistic approach towards personal healing.

I approach my clients collaboratively with a warm, accepting and compassionate attitude. I believe developing a trusting relationship is the most effective foundation to approach the hardships and mind habits we all face in life. I use specific CBT and Mindfulness skills to help my clients reduce symptoms and feel better soon. Anxiety, obsessiveness and depressed feelings can be significantly reduced while I teach clients how to govern the mind, creating new habits and strategies. As a practitioner of mindfulness who has attended many Insight Meditation retreats, I can share with you the benefits of attention from both personal and professional experience.

I’m a neurodivergent therapist with a focus on dysfunctional childhood upbringings, survivors of toxic parents and/or relationships, PTSD, autism, anxiety and depression. I’m interested in the traumas left unspoken that affect your current day life. They may have been dismissed or not validated as trauma. I’m a certified clinical trauma provider, trained in many evidence-based practices. Proud to be in the mental health field since 2012 working in hospitals, community mental health centers, residential homes, inpatient programs, addiction treatment centers and a career center.

Wouldn't it be nice to be in the presence of an authentic, genuine person that has the capacity to listen deeply to your unique concerns and facilitate an experience of being understood? -- A person that welcomes you as a unique individual and has the capacity to work with you in a collaborative and creative manner. I am experienced in creating the kind of relationship that allows you to feel comfortable and safe with just being yourself. Grounded with this intention, we co-create the space and trust required for improving the quality of your life and wellness.

These feelings aren’t going away. Ignoring your own needs has led you to a place of overwhelming anxiety and depression. Your thoughts are clouded, and you are always preoccupied. Dealing with the emotional pain of anxiety and depression can leave you feeling isolated, anxious, and lost. Whether you are experiencing a recent life transition or are still struggling with past trauma, I am here to support you through this challenging time.

My life's work is to help those struggling to feel happy, whole, purposeful and worthwhile. Anyone in need of someone to truly see them, hear them and help them balance acceptance of what is and also support them in making those changes to attain a vivid life that feels worth living.

Are you having trouble managing stress? Is stress causing you to be irritable, short-tempered, distracted, or anxious? Does your life feel out of control due to traumatic stress, grief, or loss? Maybe you are struggling to get by and reaching too often for unhealthy ways of coping? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone.

It's a joy, passion, and privilege doing this work. Over the past 20 years, I've practiced in school settings, community mental health, managed care, VA hospitals, university counseling centers, and private practice. My clinical interests are in fear, stress, depression, and suicide; creativity and the expressive arts; issues of intimacy and vulnerability in relationships; and issues of culture, identity, and liberation - especially regarding race, gender, sexuality, and spirituality. My specialized training (20 years) is in Buddhist psychology, trauma-informed creative art therapy, and exposure therapy for anxiety and trauma.

I work with clients with a wide range of concerns and identities including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism), and other developmental disabilities, vocational stress, chronic illness, women’s issues, infertility and disability-related work and school-place barriers. I have experience working with individuals from historically underrepresented underserved communities, international clients, interracial couples and families, women, immigrants/refugees as well as the LGBTQIA+ community.

Are you stressed out, overwhelmed, struggling in relationships, and unsure what to do next? You wonder, "where do I go from here.” You want something better for yourself but don't know what to do or how to get there. I work with adults who are struggling with substances, or in recovery, and their families to manage stress, control their emotions, and find purpose & peace. Trying to navigate the waters of recovery alone can be a recipe for disaster; at worst it means relapse, at best it means a life of being restless, irritable, and discontent.