"Some concerns that bring people to me are their experience of loneliness, depression, and anxiety; feelings of worry, emptiness, and sadness; a search for connection and meaning in relationships and work; life transitions; perfectionism; self-doubt; relationship difficulties; divorce; searching for life direction and a sense of purpose; loss and grief; and exploration of identity. I work with people through collaborative, interactive conversation to help them gain insight, to develop strategies to approach their life challenges, and to feel known and understood. People describe me as empathic, genuine, and with a sense of humor."

"I'm a holistic compassionate therapist, honored to work with many devoted clients in a field I've enjoyed for more than 30 years. Clients include adults and seniors. Foundationally, I work based on relational and empowerment models. Within the therapeutic setting, work begins with mindful development of safe trusting client/therapist relationships. During client/therapist conversations, clients may freely express thoughts, feelings & events that interfere with ongoing positive growth & positive quality of life. Clients often learn new skills to support self-care that assists in understanding & release of discomfort. "

"One of the greatest issues that people face in their lifetime is how to cope with death and loss due to divorce, chronic health issues, and any major life transitions. Unfortunately, all too often people just try to move on, doing their individual best to "be strong" and keep going as they did before. Your feelings of grief and loss can be more than you can bear. I offer a supportive and nurturing environment so you can understand those feelings, allow them to be expressed in a safe manner, and help you adapt to the realities of your changed life. "

"My first priority as your therapist is to provide an environment in which you can speak freely about your concerns while I listen and reflect back to you in a non-judgemental and compassionate way. You may need new coping skills, new perspectives or a way to heal beyond old difficulties that remain unresolved. I will help you clarify what your intentions are and help you to be more compassionate with yourself during the process. One of the goals is to be more content and more at peace with yourself and in your relationships with others."

"The way psychotherapy is practiced has a lot to do with the mind set and life experience of the psychologist. I have been in private practice since 1980, and beyond the traditional training for psychologists, I also trained extensively in an approach known as Psychology of Mind, or Health Realization. This is a cognitive approach that is very down-to-earth but rooted in principles akin to those behind meditation, yoga and similar traditions that were developed to enhance optimal human functioning."

"I see adolescents and adults struggling with various stressors or mental health concerns. It is important to me that the clients I see feel interested in exploring their behavior and motivated to change."

"Many of my patients are recovering from addictions of various sorts. Many of them, as well as other patients, have mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder). I also work with individuals and families struggling with problems in work and career, marriage and similar relationships, and what are often described as existential or spiritual crises--the lack of a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I involve families in the therapy process whenever possible because people don't live and learn as isolated individuals. Involvement of family and friends sheds light on the patient's situation and facilitates change."

"I enjoy helping adults of all ages move through issues to gain greater satisfaction in relationships, including the most important- with oneself. If our relationships are not supportive, it may feel we are missing out on the sweetness of life. I often use a cognitive behavioral approach, which is a way we gain greater control over what happens to us, and access greater choice in how we respond to events. It can help us strengthen communication skills, deepen intimacy and heal codependency. We can grow beyond lifelong issues; and replace feeling overwhelmed with feeling peace, learning to celebrate every step we take on our journey."

"Nancy is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who has a strong conviction in human resiliency. Her philosophy is that personal challenges provide opportunities to reclaim Power, Identity, & Healing. Her work has included experience in an array of clinical settings & training with experience with Adoption, Couples, Trauma & complex Family issues. "

"Is your child struggling with a new or past life event, change or trauma? Have they experienced a loss? Maybe they are experiencing emotional outbursts, tearfulness, stress or difficulty sleeping at night. Are they having difficulty in school or within the family? "

"I see adult men and women with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationships, work problems, trauma, and grief. I have a special interest in non-traditional lifestyles and in pet-loss grieving. I have extensive trauma experience, but am best for people who don't need much support outside of sessions, since I have limited office time. I do not see couples, children, or families, but specialize in individual adults. I also do not do any kind of testing or evaluations, including for ADD, substance abuse, parenting or other court testing."

"Individuals, Couples or Teens struggling with Depression/ Anxiety or a life change. You are not alone. Services in Portuguese and Spanish. Life is beautiful, living at times hard. Our genes, temperament and mood, at times cause havoc and can keep you isolated, filled with self doubt lethargy and feeling like you don't fit it. Through the use of CBT, Reactive Emotive techniques, DBT, and a Strength Based approach to skill building, you will learn to feel more regulated, cope, increase awareness and insight, improve positive communication and learn skills to get unstuck, move forward and feel happier. Because every day matters..."

"My approach to helping people is to clearly understand each person's way of thinking, feeling, understanding, and living - their unique personal psychology - and to tailor an effective method of helping to the individual, their strengths and their needs. Much of my life's enjoyment comes from helping people live happier, more fulfilling lives. In working with me as your counselor or life coach, you can expect someone who listens with a caring and empathic attitude - someone who will provide expert and effective feedback to help you reach your goals for a satisfying and joyful life!"

"As a clinical social worker, I work with adults, adolescents and children in my private practice in Concord. I am an active participant in sessions and work to create a warm, compassionate and engaging relationship with my clients. When treating children, I attempt to include the family and welcome their input."

""Life feels too hard, too disappointing, too scary. I feel like a terrible person." Feelings are normal. We all have them but sometimes we become overwhelmed and get stuck in patterns that repeat unsatisfying results over and over. Whether from trauma, grief, low self esteem, addictive behaviors or attachment disruptions, I can help you shift toward greater satisfaction and ease in your life by listening and working together to focus in on core areas that have become barriers to your well being."

"I strive to create a safe place for you to explore and successfully address the challenges that bring you to therapy. I use a variety of techniques including cognitive therapies, body-oriented therapies (energy-work), and communication enhancement. I will help you understand the forces driving unhealthy behavior and develop healthier options. I can help when: *You want to move forward *You feel depressed, anxious, fearful, hopeless or are struggling with losses *You struggle communicating with people close to you, or with colleagues. * You are unhappy and can't pinpoint why * You want family closeness and an end to conflict."

"For 37 years I've had the privilege of providing psychotherapy to a wide variety of clients. My specialties include trauma, stress reduction, grief/loss, relationships, self esteem/confidence, life transitions, adolescent and parenting issues, women's issues, depression, anxiety. I believe people have the innate wisdom to heal themselves and can do so with compassionate guidance and tools to live more peacefully and better cope with life's stressors. I have received advanced training in EMDR and IFS, both highly effective approaches used to heal trauma as well as significantly improve confidence, anxiety, depression, relationships."

"Sally Sacks is a seasoned psychotherapist with 30 years of experience. She takes an eclectic approach to counseling. "Use what works, and have a large bag of tricks!" Sally holds a Master's degree in Education/Psychology, and a Richard Bandler certification in neurolingiustic programming (NLP). Sally is trained in hypnosis, and energy therapies, that provide simple, effective techniques to help you experience rapid change. She is also a nationally certified yoga instructor .Through these techniques Sally helps you change ineffective thoughts and beliefs that hinder you from living the life that you want and deserve. See you tube Sacks and Associates for more details."

"In reality, every therapy relationship is different. Some people just want to be heard, a place to unload from their dealings with life. Others want more active guidance to grow to the next level or to reduce suffering. I am pragmatic and try to meet each person's specific needs. That may mean simply creating a time and place to decompress; working on practical solutions to life problems; or looking within at the imbalances - anxiety, depression, addiction - that create unhappiness. I am expert in meditation and related spiritual practices that heal inner conflict and restore peace."

"I have been a psychotherapist for 30 years and trust the ability of therapy to change lives. Along with compassion and experienced listening, I am an active therapist, using humor and patience as we understand not only the different sources that brought you into therapy, but what steps you might take to change old thinking and create better decisions. I try to help you find the courage to trust in your ability to live your life fully."