Do you ever wish you could change your brain? Do you find yourself struggling with the same patterns in relationships that leave you feeling disconnected, anxious, and depressed? You may benefit from talking with Elle. Elle uses her knowledge of the brain and implicit memory to target root issues and promote lasting healing. You can learn more by visiting her website: https://www.courageousstepscounseling.com and follow her on instagram @psychotherapistisin.

Are you experiencing inattention, distractibility, forgetfulness, or procrastination? What about negative emotions such as depression, anxiety, or anger? Are these symptoms interfering with your school or job performance, relationships, or from reaching your goals? If so, to help you, I offer Neuropsychological & Personality Testing as well as Psychotherapy in order to work with you in reducing symptoms and enhancing the quality of your life.

What if anxiety, depression, anger, and negative thinking aren't symptoms, but strategies? What if we considered those emotions, thoughts, and body sensations to be trailheads to discover parts of us that are working hard to protect us and to navigate a challenging world filled with stressors and complicated relationships? And what if we considered the roles those parts are playing and directed them instead of being controlled by them?

*I currently have a wait list* Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, unresolved childhood grief, a difficult life transition, a betrayal or the effects of trauma? I work with adults of all ages with a variety of presenting issues. Emotional relief, mental clarity, improved self direction and improved relationships are some of the real outcomes of either brief or longer term therapy. With over 20 years of experience in private practice and community mental health settings my training includes a combination of Psychodymanic, Trauma, Grief, DBT skills, and Family/Group therapy.

I have been a practicing psychotherapist for twenty years working with adolescents and adults. I am also a CSAT specializing in the treatment of individuals struggling with sexual addiction issues. I also work with individuals coping with trauma/loss, depression, anxiety,life transitions and sexuality. My goal is to provide a safe,non-judgemental environment, while I work with you to actively pursue insight and solutions to your issues and concerns. My approach is a mixture of developing a relationship with you while integrating cognitive behavioral techniques with empathy, humor, metaphors and mindfulness skill training.

I have worked in community mental health centers, school counseling and private practice in California, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. I provide a safe space to treat various issues for children twelve and above as well as adults and couples. I often utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy, yet I often incorporate other approaches depending on my clients needs. I view therapy as a collaborative experience with my clients whom I walk beside and support during our process together. I assist my clients to focus on their personal therapy goals and provide the tools and encouragement to facilitate positive change and personal empowerment.

"Liminality" refers to the middle stage of change, the threshhold between what was, and what is yet to be. It is when, and where, we are forced by circumstance or choice to leave behind what is familiar, and to journey into a place of uncertainty. It is a normal part of being human. I named my practice Liminal Therapy to honor the process of change and human resilience. My clients are adults (18+) and include people with ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, addictions, and issues related to the stressors of life stages and transitions. Diversity and multicultural wisdom traditions are welcome and appreciated.

******I am not taking any new patients at this time. I am available for IFS consultation. You can find my podcast at https://theoneinside.libsyn.com/.****** Do you become overwhelmed by emotions and stressors in life? Are you confused by your own internal conflict, the critics in your head? I provide a non-judgmental, supportive space to help you contain overwhelming emotions, manage your hectic life, and improve your relationships. I can help you reconcile with the seemingly conflicting parts of yourself so you can experience more harmony.

No matter how challenging your problem may seem, you can benefit from treatment. Whether you're questioning your substance use or abuse, have been court-referred for counseling, or someone you love is affected, I’m here to help you build a strong support system and set reachable goals to achieve a balanced life – a life that doesn’t rely on substances. My #1 priority is guiding you through self-exploration on your path to recovery. In my long-term experience helping people heal from addiction and related issues, my clients have described me as non-judgmental, compassionate, accessible, personable and, above all, a good listener.

A good life begins on the inside. I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship involving caring support, humor and spontaneity to gain self awareness, improve interpersonal relationships, increase coping skills, understand emotional patterns and enhance self esteem; empowering you to transform your life so that you can emerge a stronger, healthier person.

I am honored to be able to provide clinical services to those suffering from Substance Use Disorders. My ideal in practice is to form a strong, collaborative, therapeutic relationship with my clients. My style is empathetic, compassionate, and direct. I believe that by exploring thoughts, emotions, and maladaptive behavior patterns, we can become more insightful and understanding of ourselves. Through this vulnerable process we are able to create life-long change that will increase self esteem and the ability to form close interpersonal relationships with those we care about.

Being 60+ and a hospice volunteer has heightened my sensitivity to the issues of aging well. My belief is that people are inherently resilient, and therefore capable of seeing the past in a way that can benefit the future. The therapeutic process is a blend of science and art, parallel to life, a journey (with frequent benchmarks) rather than a destination.

We can do hard things-Glennon Doyle. These times are filled with uncertainty, change, and great opportunity. Therapy can help you find ways to manage uncertainty and overwhelm, feel calmer, more connected, and balanced. Together we will create a trusting and respectful space where you can pause and truly listen to yourself. I will invite you to grow in understanding and appreciation of your strengths and struggles. With this awareness, we will work on developing new habits and skills in responding vs. reacting, enabling you to choose your path forward with confidence.

I focus on working with couples and individual adults who are dealing with trauma, identity/cultural issues, depression, anxiety, or past trauma (such as abuse, neglect, or separation from, or loss of, loved ones). I can help you excavate your past trauma in a way that helps you understand it, and how it may be impacting what is going on with you in the present moment so you can feel more in control of your body, your emotions, your thoughts, and your relationships. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please go to www.alliancementalhealth.org and get in touch to set up an appointment.

TELETHERAPY is here! We offer hope, education and treatment to people in all phases of decision making around substance use or other problematic behaviors. Education on reducing anxiety, stress and building confidence and harmony. Services include: substance abuse/recovery groups & Individual sessions to adults & teens; 36-week Domestic Violence court approved program; Anger Management Program (heavily based in mindfulness/Buddhist concepts of letting go and Acceptance Commitment Therapy). We also provide court ordered anger mngmnt, domestic violence and substance use disorder evaluations. We are an IDSP Provider for DWI aftercare.

I offer compassionate and confidential psychotherapy to adults and couples. I believe that the aim of psychotherapy is to slow down and reflect on your feelings, on your relationships and on the patterns in your life that are stuck. Psychotherapy is beneficial to manifest who you would like to become and to live more authentically. Inherently, psychotherapy is concerned with relieving suffering, developing a deeper understanding of yourself, increasing self-acceptance and creating your individual path in life.

*******Practice is currently full. Compassionate and Pragmatic Psychotherapy: I work with men, women and families. Therapy is a private and protected time to focus on what is most essential to you. I believe that good therapy increases clarity of desire and intention and with awareness comes the ability to make good choices. Together, we can discern the patterns that hold you back and the steps you wish to take to live at your best. I am comfortable working with severe distress, nagging malaise or a desire for personal growth. My style is pragmatic, compassionate and direct.

At times, we find ourselves in seasons of life where we may feel disoriented and easily overwhelmed. We can begin questioning ourselves and wondering if we’ve chartered off course or lost our way. During challenging times, it can be easy to feel overburdened by heavy emotions, intrusive thoughts, and the simple tasks of everyday life. Navigating relationships, careers, finances, and other responsibilities can pile up and take their toll on our well-being.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and I consider myself a "person centered" therapist who believes that the key to having a successful professional relationship is building a strong rapport with my clients. Since obtaining my Master's Degree in Social Work from Boston College in 1996, my career work settings has included community mental health centers, hospital based gero-psychiatric units, emergency services, private practice and residential treatment centers.

With warmth and respect, I work with women dealing with self-esteem/identity, relationships, life/career transitions, parenting, and more. My approach is positive, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I firmly believe that in every person and situation, there is hope. When you are ready, I will gently help you move from where you are to where you want to be.