Photo of Kimberly Rule, Pre-Licensed Professional in New Hampshire
Kimberly Rule
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03101
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, post-partum depression, or have faced traumatic experiences. I am a highly dedicated and skilled therapist in providing comprehensive mental health support individuals. My practice focuses on children, teens, and adults. My services include individual therapy, family therapy, parenting support and education, play therapy, and perinatal and postnatal mental health.
Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, post-partum depression, or have faced traumatic experiences. I am a highly dedicated and skilled therapist in providing comprehensive mental health support individuals. My practice focuses on children, teens, and adults. My services include individual therapy, family therapy, parenting support and education, play therapy, and perinatal and postnatal mental health.
(603) 952-4313 View (603) 952-4313
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Mobile Counseling & Consultation, Inc.
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD(c), MS MHC, CH
Verified Verified
Colebrook, NH 03576  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I offer only virtual and confidential counseling and consultation services for individuals and couples. I will assist you with strategies that help you to; improve communication skills, strengthen interpersonal relationships, lift depression, relieve anxiety, reduce an overload of accumulating stress, and eliminate self-sabotaging habits. I pull from over 25 years of lived and practical experience as a Mental Health Counselor, spiritual advisor and certified hypnotherapist.
I offer only virtual and confidential counseling and consultation services for individuals and couples. I will assist you with strategies that help you to; improve communication skills, strengthen interpersonal relationships, lift depression, relieve anxiety, reduce an overload of accumulating stress, and eliminate self-sabotaging habits. I pull from over 25 years of lived and practical experience as a Mental Health Counselor, spiritual advisor and certified hypnotherapist.
(603) 847-7169 View (603) 847-7169
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Sara Lutat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03104
As a dual licensed therapist I partner, with children, parents, adolescents/teens, adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and big life transitions, adjustment to change, addiction, and relationship problems. I offer the soft landing of a supportive, trusting, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment that is grounded in empathetic listening and innovative therapies beyond the traditional “talk therapy.” Most clients begin to notice improvement within 2 to 3 sessions.
As a dual licensed therapist I partner, with children, parents, adolescents/teens, adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and big life transitions, adjustment to change, addiction, and relationship problems. I offer the soft landing of a supportive, trusting, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment that is grounded in empathetic listening and innovative therapies beyond the traditional “talk therapy.” Most clients begin to notice improvement within 2 to 3 sessions.
(603) 634-8259 View (603) 634-8259
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Dr Debra F Dayton, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Nashua, NH 03063
Please see my website debradayton.com for all information about me. To contact me call or go to my website--debradayton.com read about me, then push set an appointment. This will allow you to register as a new client and I get an email message and will call you and set your appointment!
Please see my website debradayton.com for all information about me. To contact me call or go to my website--debradayton.com read about me, then push set an appointment. This will allow you to register as a new client and I get an email message and will call you and set your appointment!
(817) 562-6455 View (817) 562-6455
Photo of Marci Morris, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Marci Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newmarket, NH 03857
Everyone has the capacity to change. It is often the challenges of life stress, biology, and circumstances that keep us from becoming the person that we want to be. Therapy is a partnership and through mutual goal setting we can address the things that get in the way of your ability to do the things that are important to you. My professional experience has been with children and families and the challenges adults face as they create relationships or families of their own.
Everyone has the capacity to change. It is often the challenges of life stress, biology, and circumstances that keep us from becoming the person that we want to be. Therapy is a partnership and through mutual goal setting we can address the things that get in the way of your ability to do the things that are important to you. My professional experience has been with children and families and the challenges adults face as they create relationships or families of their own.
(603) 952-3284 View (603) 952-3284
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Mariah Chagnon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301
Waitlist for new clients
Please EMAIL. Conflict within ourselves and our relationships can feel exhausting and isolating. Sometimes it can feel as though we are powerless or stuck waiting for other people or our environment to change. I believe growth is always possible when people feel strong support as they address unhelpful patterns and narratives. By deeply respecting how experiences affect clients, I seek to empower them to exercise more influence and agency in their lives and relationships.
Please EMAIL. Conflict within ourselves and our relationships can feel exhausting and isolating. Sometimes it can feel as though we are powerless or stuck waiting for other people or our environment to change. I believe growth is always possible when people feel strong support as they address unhelpful patterns and narratives. By deeply respecting how experiences affect clients, I seek to empower them to exercise more influence and agency in their lives and relationships.
(603) 207-8715 View (603) 207-8715
Photo of Mia Elliott, Counselor in New Hampshire
Mia Elliott
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marlborough, NH 03455  (Online Only)
If you find yourself on PyschologyToday because you are feeling frustrated with a particular area of your life, are unhappy in your relationships or career, or are feeling down or anxious about things you can't control, perhaps it's time to talk. Using a strength-based approach, I will work with you to identify what is in the way of feeling your best, and help you get to where you want to be. We will address obstacles as a team, talking through the tough times, and we will figure out how to make the next obstacles more manageable.
If you find yourself on PyschologyToday because you are feeling frustrated with a particular area of your life, are unhappy in your relationships or career, or are feeling down or anxious about things you can't control, perhaps it's time to talk. Using a strength-based approach, I will work with you to identify what is in the way of feeling your best, and help you get to where you want to be. We will address obstacles as a team, talking through the tough times, and we will figure out how to make the next obstacles more manageable.
(603) 728-4180 View (603) 728-4180
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Mercy Integrated Therapy Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester, NH 03109
At times, I know that it is hard to make the first step towards a better you. Life and the world are not fair at times, and this can often bring on discouragement, and may even result in you isolating yourself. Whether you are young or old these moments can be draining! Let's work on getting your life back on track. We here at Mercy provide individual therapy, family therapy, and even have options for reunification therapy.
At times, I know that it is hard to make the first step towards a better you. Life and the world are not fair at times, and this can often bring on discouragement, and may even result in you isolating yourself. Whether you are young or old these moments can be draining! Let's work on getting your life back on track. We here at Mercy provide individual therapy, family therapy, and even have options for reunification therapy.
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True North Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, NH 03110
You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible - Deepak Chopra. Healing emotional wounds is no easy feat and it takes bravery to initiate the process of healing. Whether it is PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use, Eating Disorders, or more, you are no longer alone and therapists at True North Healing Center are here to help guide you to a more healed version of yourself, the true you. To learn more about our therapists please visit www.truenorthhealingcenter.com or contact us via this page!
You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible - Deepak Chopra. Healing emotional wounds is no easy feat and it takes bravery to initiate the process of healing. Whether it is PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use, Eating Disorders, or more, you are no longer alone and therapists at True North Healing Center are here to help guide you to a more healed version of yourself, the true you. To learn more about our therapists please visit www.truenorthhealingcenter.com or contact us via this page!
(603) 825-4885 View (603) 825-4885
Photo of Becky Glaze, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Becky Glaze
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, NH 03110
You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible. - Deepak Chopra. You are experiencing unpleasant symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and or other mental health disorders, and at this point it is weighing you down and getting in the way of how you want to live your life. Your mental health is impacting how you want to connect with yourself and connect with the world around you. You want to experience positive emotions, but those have been dulled down and painful emotions have taken over. You are noticing your physical health is being impacted by your mental health. At this point you don't know where to turn.
You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible. - Deepak Chopra. You are experiencing unpleasant symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and or other mental health disorders, and at this point it is weighing you down and getting in the way of how you want to live your life. Your mental health is impacting how you want to connect with yourself and connect with the world around you. You want to experience positive emotions, but those have been dulled down and painful emotions have taken over. You are noticing your physical health is being impacted by your mental health. At this point you don't know where to turn.
(603) 945-5749 View (603) 945-5749
Photo of LaTosha Jackson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
LaTosha Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, NH 03110  (Online Only)
Life is hard. It did not come with a manual so we would know what to do when we are struggling. Knowing that there are people out there that can help is what makes therapy so important. I’ve had the pleasure of working with individuals, professionals, and families to address different mental health illnesses for the past five years. I believe that the best kind of therapy is one in which I work with you to identify your goals in life, utilize your strengths, and come up with a plan to make your best self a reality.
Life is hard. It did not come with a manual so we would know what to do when we are struggling. Knowing that there are people out there that can help is what makes therapy so important. I’ve had the pleasure of working with individuals, professionals, and families to address different mental health illnesses for the past five years. I believe that the best kind of therapy is one in which I work with you to identify your goals in life, utilize your strengths, and come up with a plan to make your best self a reality.
(531) 208-1653 View (531) 208-1653
Photo of Alyson Prahlow, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Alyson Prahlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Salem, NH 03079
I am passionate about the work that I do and realize that reaching out and asking for help can be one of the most challenging aspects of starting the therapy process. We all have strengths, yet sometimes we need guidance to identify what they are and how they help us to move through difficult challenges we face. I draw upon several theoretical frameworks which include trauma-informed care, strength-based, solution-focused, narrative therapy, and systems practices. However, I prefer to relate on a human level and focus on building meaningful relationships where true compassion and understanding can lead to meaningful transformations.
I am passionate about the work that I do and realize that reaching out and asking for help can be one of the most challenging aspects of starting the therapy process. We all have strengths, yet sometimes we need guidance to identify what they are and how they help us to move through difficult challenges we face. I draw upon several theoretical frameworks which include trauma-informed care, strength-based, solution-focused, narrative therapy, and systems practices. However, I prefer to relate on a human level and focus on building meaningful relationships where true compassion and understanding can lead to meaningful transformations.
(603) 931-4585 View (603) 931-4585
Photo of Charlene Curtis LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Charlene Curtis LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I see clients of all ages with a variety of needs, my current practice is approximately 50/50 with adults and children who are struggling with anxiety, issues of adjustment, general emotional discomfort, and children with behavioral concerns. In my practice with children, I work closely with parents. I work to develop a comfortable rapport focusing on strengths and supports available to your child. I begin the process by meeting with both parents so that I may learn about your child through your eyes and better understand how the concerns are impacting your child.
I see clients of all ages with a variety of needs, my current practice is approximately 50/50 with adults and children who are struggling with anxiety, issues of adjustment, general emotional discomfort, and children with behavioral concerns. In my practice with children, I work closely with parents. I work to develop a comfortable rapport focusing on strengths and supports available to your child. I begin the process by meeting with both parents so that I may learn about your child through your eyes and better understand how the concerns are impacting your child.
(603) 801-8404 View (603) 801-8404
Photo of Catherine Vasilopoulos, Counselor in New Hampshire
Catherine Vasilopoulos
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, NH 03031  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are going through something and need some support, it would be my honor to try to help you out. What you might face now may have something to do with the past, and may also impact the future for the worse if something isn't done now, in the present. I would enjoy working with you to consider the past and future while also focusing on the present as much as possible in order to glean what is most within your control, what are your resources and options, your abilities and limitations, how do we honor and validate these while also encouraging some change, and how do we tolerate what is outside of our control, etc.
If you are going through something and need some support, it would be my honor to try to help you out. What you might face now may have something to do with the past, and may also impact the future for the worse if something isn't done now, in the present. I would enjoy working with you to consider the past and future while also focusing on the present as much as possible in order to glean what is most within your control, what are your resources and options, your abilities and limitations, how do we honor and validate these while also encouraging some change, and how do we tolerate what is outside of our control, etc.
(603) 270-9216 View (603) 270-9216
Photo of Olga Lisysyan, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in New Hampshire
Olga Lisysyan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Pelham, NH 03076
I believe that through collaboration with the therapist each person can find their true motivation and can navigate their way towards the change by using their inner resources and, if need be, through learning new skills. Be it an emotional challenge or upheaval, a relationship issue or stress, one should not have to do it alone and moving on in life can be possible.
I believe that through collaboration with the therapist each person can find their true motivation and can navigate their way towards the change by using their inner resources and, if need be, through learning new skills. Be it an emotional challenge or upheaval, a relationship issue or stress, one should not have to do it alone and moving on in life can be possible.
(978) 705-6881 View (978) 705-6881
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Crissy Webster Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlestown, NH 03603
Waitlist for new clients
Crissy Webster Counseling Services LLC is a small private practice located in Springfield, VT. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds licensure in the states of VT and NH, as well as nationally certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors. I see clients of all ages. We have a specialty in Juvenile Firesetting Assessments and Treatment, as well as, adult and adolescent anger management. Through my education and experiences, weI also have knowledge in the areas of Family Systems Model, Trauma Informed Education Practices, ARC, HNC, Parent Training, and perform Trauma Informed Mental Health Evaluations.
Crissy Webster Counseling Services LLC is a small private practice located in Springfield, VT. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds licensure in the states of VT and NH, as well as nationally certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors. I see clients of all ages. We have a specialty in Juvenile Firesetting Assessments and Treatment, as well as, adult and adolescent anger management. Through my education and experiences, weI also have knowledge in the areas of Family Systems Model, Trauma Informed Education Practices, ARC, HNC, Parent Training, and perform Trauma Informed Mental Health Evaluations.
(802) 952-8671 View (802) 952-8671
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Mona Marie Williams-Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Concord, NH 03301
Clients who have wounds, especially interpersonal ones, find that they feel heard without judgement when working with me. I don't get embarrassed or surprised and I think clients find I am warm, genuine, open-minded and respectful. My experience is heavily focused on trauma, especially interpersonal; anxiety; and parenting challenges. Talking with people in counseling is a gift people share with me and I am honored when I can be a part of someone's "story." With 20 years of clinical experience, I have had many opportunities to help people navigate changes in their lives. I believe in the importance of connectedness.
Clients who have wounds, especially interpersonal ones, find that they feel heard without judgement when working with me. I don't get embarrassed or surprised and I think clients find I am warm, genuine, open-minded and respectful. My experience is heavily focused on trauma, especially interpersonal; anxiety; and parenting challenges. Talking with people in counseling is a gift people share with me and I am honored when I can be a part of someone's "story." With 20 years of clinical experience, I have had many opportunities to help people navigate changes in their lives. I believe in the importance of connectedness.
(865) 830-6039 View (865) 830-6039
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Rachel B Boles - Child Therapist (Play Therapy)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Derry, NH 03038
Not accepting new clients
I am a child therapist mostly focusing in play therapy.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 10 years experience providing therapy to children and families. My training background is diverse with an approach that is thoughtful, caring, and pragmatic. I received a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University and a Bachelors Degree in Social Welfare (BSW) from the State University of New York Albany. I am a psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, and families. I provide individual counseling as well as consultations and assessments.
I am a child therapist mostly focusing in play therapy.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 10 years experience providing therapy to children and families. My training background is diverse with an approach that is thoughtful, caring, and pragmatic. I received a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University and a Bachelors Degree in Social Welfare (BSW) from the State University of New York Albany. I am a psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, and families. I provide individual counseling as well as consultations and assessments.
(603) 601-4679 View (603) 601-4679
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Holly Pierce
Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, RPT-S, SEP
Verified Verified
Lebanon, NH 03766
Not accepting new clients
I am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and my office is full of toys.
When I meet you, I will be curious how life really is for you. We will explore—at a pace that feels safe and manageable to you—who you are as a whole person including what you would like support and healing around. My priority will be for you to feel seen and heard. And to have agency at each step of the way, as we choose techniques and approaches that fit your needs best. I have many years of training and experience under my belt, and letters after my name (which translate to: licensed clinical mental health counselor, registered play therapist, and somatic experiencing practitioner), but I am first and foremost a fellow human
I am a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and my office is full of toys.
When I meet you, I will be curious how life really is for you. We will explore—at a pace that feels safe and manageable to you—who you are as a whole person including what you would like support and healing around. My priority will be for you to feel seen and heard. And to have agency at each step of the way, as we choose techniques and approaches that fit your needs best. I have many years of training and experience under my belt, and letters after my name (which translate to: licensed clinical mental health counselor, registered play therapist, and somatic experiencing practitioner), but I am first and foremost a fellow human
(603) 513-2154 View (603) 513-2154
Photo of Kelly Dolan Mitchell, Counselor in New Hampshire
Kelly Dolan Mitchell
Counselor, MA, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lebanon, NH 03756
Not accepting new clients
I offer individual, couples, group, play and family therapy.
I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in a variety of settings. My work is grounded in the belief that gaining insight is the path to lasting change. Psychodynamic work takes place collaboratively between the therapist and the patient. This relationship becomes the catalyst for emotional growth. My office is a safe space where any topic or idea can be shared without judgement. We will work on understanding the core underlying issues to elicit lasting change. This type of therapy is suited to a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, autism, mood disorders, and many others.
I offer individual, couples, group, play and family therapy.
I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in a variety of settings. My work is grounded in the belief that gaining insight is the path to lasting change. Psychodynamic work takes place collaboratively between the therapist and the patient. This relationship becomes the catalyst for emotional growth. My office is a safe space where any topic or idea can be shared without judgement. We will work on understanding the core underlying issues to elicit lasting change. This type of therapy is suited to a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, autism, mood disorders, and many others.
(802) 230-0411 View (802) 230-0411

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Play Therapy

Who is play therapy for?

Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.

Why do people need play therapy?

Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.

What happens in play therapy?

A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.

What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?

Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.

How long does play therapy last?

Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.