Psychoanalytic Therapists in New Bedford, MA

Is it difficult facing your day? Does stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use or family discord interfere with your well-being? Does the thought of having to make changes in your life feel overwhelming? Change is difficult to think about, however, without positive change...nothing will change. Do you want to learn ways to think, understand and cope with the situations in your life in a way that can allow you to feel productive and have a more positive outlook on life?

My clients are often facing challenges related to substance use and dependency and are looking for a recovery pathway that fits their needs and lifestyle - one that is realistic and sustainable in the long-term. I take a person-centered approach with the understanding that your experiences make you the expert on yourself. I always strive to create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can share freely, feel heard, be challenged, and see the progress in yourself.

Please, See below for details on availability. I have worked for several years with a wide variety of age groups, cultures, and mental health challenges. I enjoy working with both men and women. Much of my time has been spent working with adolescent boys and middle age men who are going through difficult transitions. Whether you are challenged by significant depression, anxiety, anger issues, or any other mental health challenge, I use a non-judgmental, genuine approach to help you find the motivation and self- determination to get you past your struggles toward living the life you want to live.

We are accepting New Patients. We provide comprehensive integrated group and individual counseling services for individuals seeking treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health Counseling.

A graduate of Wheelock College School of Social work with over 10 years of experience working with children, families, and adults in the mental health field. I have worked in settings such as high school, community-based support programs, elder services, at-risk young adult programs, and private practice.

For over twenty-five years, I have been practicing in the field of psychotherapy. During this time, I have specialized in the treatment of both adults and children living with ADHD. I have also worked with many individuals and families dealing with depression, anxiety, and difficulty adjusting with changes, such as divorce and/or problems derived from relationships.

Is your life off track or not heading in the direction you want it to? Need help making a difficult decision or managing painful feelings? Your concerns may be of a life-long nature or a more recent or singular event or challenge. You don't have to do it alone. We can work together to help you better understand yourself, feel less confused, less stressed and be happy.

Immediate openings! !Everything can heal.....your mind, heart and body. I am a supportive and caring psychotherapist with over 19 years of experience. I use an integrative approach, combining my background in psychotherapy with neurofeedback to facilitate the healing process. I have used traditional methods alone for years to help clients heal, and am now Board Certified in Neurofeedback and able to integrate this approach as well. For many, the effects are life-changing. Neurofeedback therapy stabilizes the brain, creating a foundation that allows other psychotherapeutic techniques to be more effective.

As an eclectic therapist, I employ many tools when working with you. With adults, I primarily rely on cognitive behavioral techniques. This is an approach that aims to influence dysfunctional emotions, behaviors and thoughts through a goal-oriented, systematic procedure. It is proven to be quite effective with mood, anxiety, personality, eating, substance abuse, and psychotic disorders. With children, I rely on a variety of play therapy and behavioral therapy techniques. Your treatment will be influenced by your own needs and symptoms to help you meet to your goals. You deserve to love the life you live!

I provide psychotherapy services to adults, couples, adolescents and families. I seek to create a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship to foster a process of self-awareness, insight, hope, healing and transformation. My expertise includes the use of mindfulness and eclectic psychotherapy to address mental illness, substance abuse, addictions, fluctuations in mood, feelings of dissatisfaction in relationships or at work. Psychotherapy is a reciprocal relationship, which facilitates personal awareness and growth. Your growth and change will lead to an increase sense of identity, personal power, creativity and purpose.

I am currently utilizing telemental health and look forward to resuming in person sessions, soon, for those that would prefer such.

**IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS, TELEHEALTH ONLY AT THIS TIME (will change in coming months)** Healing starts when you ask for help. We all carry around baggage of our own in one form or another. The key to healing is unburdening yourself of all those experiences that are holding you back and preventing you from living your best and happiest life. In my practice I utilize a person centered focus, that relies on each individual persons’ needs. I tailor each treatment path according to your needs, and what you and I decide will be the best treatment for you.

Leading Light Behavioral Health, Inc. is a Black Woman Owned diverse private practice with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other clinicians. We currently offer hybrid (Telehealth and in person) services. LLBH clinicians utilize an array of evidenced-based approaches. We demonstrate a commitment to our core values of Maintaining our integrity at all times, treating everyone with respect and kindness, modeling accountability and honesty, being willing to consistently improve ourselves as we commitment to our clients. LLBH is Trusted and recognized by legal professionals. We prioritize understanding and respecting each individual's unique journey.