Therapists in Worcester, MA

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! I recognize that beginning therapy and sharing your story with someone new can feel overwhelming. If you are here seeking support for yourself and/or your child, you have already taken a courageous first step. My approach is client-centered and flexible, tailored to best meet your needs. I strive to provide a warm and safe space that you want to return to each week. I pull from various evidence-based modalities and incorporate holistic practices when appropriate. I believe that oftentimes the most effective treatment engages the mind as well as the body, as trauma is so often stored within.

“I believe that therapy is a platform that allows people to understand themselves better. The therapeutic relationship provides an opportunity to overcome challenges by trialing coping skills and talking through issues to gain new insight. Engaging in activities of wellness that supports the whole individual promotes continuous healing that allows us to connect to ourselves and others on a deeper level.”

Alicia Linquist, LISW-S, is a fully licensed therapist in Ohio (Office) and Massachusetts (Virtual) . She is an EMDRIA certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant. EMDR Therapy is a highly effective and evidence based approach that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences and reduce distressing symptoms. Through EMDR individuals may gradually wok towards resolving the negative beliefs and emotions connected to trauma or adverse life experiences, and aims to develop more positive and adaptive thoughts and feelings. Alicia is dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma, navigate grief, and depression.

My clients are whose who are seeking to make peace with their past, maximize their present, and themselves so they can take back their lives and live abundantly.

Providing treatment to children, adults and families to improve lives and to foster change and growth. We also specialize in behavior problems often seen in school and home environments.

I am sorry if this time I am not taking on any new clients. Sometimes life gets a little tough and it can be helpful to have someone to sort through "stuff". I have been practicing for over 10 years, working with tweens, teens, adults, and older adults. My specialties include anxiety, depression, grief and loss, abuse, and trauma. I aim to create a positive therapy experience in a calm, safe environment.

Life can often times make us feel like a crab without a shell, being thrown around by the waves into the rocks of the jetty. For many of us, there was never a "before" period - rather, the struggle has been all one has known. Individuals born into dysfunctional family systems often find that vulnerabilities from childhood not only fail to leave us as we become adults, but often make frequent and unwelcome appearances in the form of insecurity, shame, misplaced guilt and difficulty in relationships, to name a few.

Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC assists high functioning individuals and families to recognize and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive atmosphere. We provide the highest quality counseling services founded in theory and evidence based practices. Our licensed therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework and Child and Family Therapy.

For a quick response-please email me! Do you ever feel like the odds are against you? Or nothing ever goes right for you? Let's talk about how you can start living the life you want to live! Maybe it's that you have trouble finding the right partner for you. Or maybe you want to feel better about who you are. No matter the issue, together, we can make the changes necessary to improve your life. I love working with clients of all ages who are ready to make the change they've been putting off.

My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.

Dr. Stevens completed his internship in Clinical Psychology at the University of Rochester Counseling Center in 2010, where he worked with college students using relational based models of therapy, and rotated at the Psychiatric Emergency Department. Dr. Stevens then completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in 2011 at the W.G. Hefner Veterans Affairs Medical Center, in Medical Informatics. Dr. Stevens' clinical work consisted of neuropsychological evaluations, along with individual and group psychotherapy with veterans. At the Salisbury VAMC Dr. Stevens completed research involving the anterior cingulate cortex, a unique region of the brain located between the prefrontal cortex and limbic system brain areas.

Life's demands are sometimes extreme and things can get out of balance. I strive to offer individualized counseling and techniques customized to help you confront challenges and reconsider behavioral patterns and perceptions that may be interferring with your leading a fulfilling life. Difficult situations from the past can also block your developing to your true potential. These can be resolved.

Taking charge of your life starts today. Through collaboration, you and I can begin identifying stressors, barriers, and overwhelming problems in your life to get things "back on track". My mission is to help you develop and promote your ability to heal, skills to self soothe, stimulate personal growth and awareness, and better connect with your authentic self. Sometimes this might involve tools such as building assertiveness, navigating relationships, creating boundaries, and improving your confidence in managing personal stress. Stress comes in all shapes and sizes and is not limited to trauma, loss, heartache, and change.

Baker Mental Health offers a variety of clinical services, including psychotherapy, group therapy, psychological testing, court evaluations, mental health and substance use evaluations, consultation, and trainings. We work with each individual to help them to achieve their personal goals, and to overcome any obstacles they may be facing. ​

Welcome! I am so happy you’re here. I am a licensed mental health counselor working with individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and identity/life challenges. In sessions, we will work together to identify and address any challenges/stressors you may be facing, and develop skills and strategies to manage your symptoms and improve your overall well-being. I also strive to empower my clients to take an active role in their own healing journey, and to help them develop a greater understanding of themselves and their relationships.

I have been working with families who are in crisis ( children with behavioral issues and teens who have trouble functioning). I have extensive experience with substance abuse (heroin,pills, and alcohol) issues, that have been affecting teens/parents. I can help parents and couples, dealing with relationship problems-many times tantruming children or depressed/anxious teens are a factor. Working with the entire family, or just the individual is my specialty. I have experience working with children who have trauma history, ADHD, anxiety or depression. I am able to assist parents in deciphering the IEP/504 options, if needed.

Our practice offers clients a chance to collaborate to create a strength-based, client-centered, holistic treatment plan that will allow the client to achieve their goals through a wide variety of interventions. Our group practice has a variety of clinicians who have an extensive history working with a wide variety of presenting problems, including mood and adjustment disorders, trauma, and family and relational issues. We will work with you to find creative and plausible solutions to the problems you are facing. We believe wellness is achievable, manageable, and sustainable for all clients.

I am an LICSW working in Worcester, MA with over 10 years of experience in the teaching and social work fields. I use a collaborative, compassionate, proactive approach to help clients feel less alone and more confident and connected. My skills in using evidence-based practices, including CBT and a solutions-focused approach help clients build insight, make positive changes, strengthen relationships, and just generally feel happier. I'm especially passionate about working with adolescents and parents facing challenges related to trauma, mental health, and substance use.

We are finally coming off a wait list! We have a high rate of success with a low turn over of clients. Spots will fill up fast - contact us today! We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.