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Maxwell Leon Swenson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
For several years Max devoted his time to Outdoor Recreation and enjoyed bringing others into nature. With time Max realized he wanted to blend the two worlds of nature and mental health, which led him to Springfield College, where he completed his MSW. Taking what he gained in the outdoor industry, he began his journey into social work. Max has a creative and out of the box approach to strength-based therapy working from CBT and DBT modalities. He has experience working with individuals with diverse learning disabilities and ADHD. He enjoys helping his clients reframe their mind to their relationship with their diagnosis.
For several years Max devoted his time to Outdoor Recreation and enjoyed bringing others into nature. With time Max realized he wanted to blend the two worlds of nature and mental health, which led him to Springfield College, where he completed his MSW. Taking what he gained in the outdoor industry, he began his journey into social work. Max has a creative and out of the box approach to strength-based therapy working from CBT and DBT modalities. He has experience working with individuals with diverse learning disabilities and ADHD. He enjoys helping his clients reframe their mind to their relationship with their diagnosis.
(413) 307-8097 View (413) 307-8097
Alexandra L Chesner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CAGS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
At your first appointment, we talk about what's bringing you for therapy now; my approach is strength-based and collaborative. While offering support and guidance, I take time to build a safe place where you can gain understanding and develop skills to improve your life. My practice welcomes adolescents, college students and parents; I enjoy working with individuals and couples. With increased perspective and awareness about your choices, the opportunity for change unfolds.
At your first appointment, we talk about what's bringing you for therapy now; my approach is strength-based and collaborative. While offering support and guidance, I take time to build a safe place where you can gain understanding and develop skills to improve your life. My practice welcomes adolescents, college students and parents; I enjoy working with individuals and couples. With increased perspective and awareness about your choices, the opportunity for change unfolds.
(413) 284-4378 View (413) 284-4378
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Antonia Dones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Appts before 1pm available .Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, families, life transitions, divorce, work/school problems,substance abuse and relationship issues.
Appts before 1pm available .Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, families, life transitions, divorce, work/school problems,substance abuse and relationship issues.
(413) 225-4489 View (413) 225-4489
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Ophir Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
I believe that we all exhibit the belief that life can be challenging, and navigating its twists and turns can often leave us feeling adrift in chaos and uncertainty. However, I firmly believe that within this turbulence lies a wellspring of inspiration and resilience unique to our own personal experiences. By reshaping and sharing our narratives, we can find our true path and tap into our untapped potential. My desire is to work together to cultivate resilience and strength, uncovering the best version of you.
I believe that we all exhibit the belief that life can be challenging, and navigating its twists and turns can often leave us feeling adrift in chaos and uncertainty. However, I firmly believe that within this turbulence lies a wellspring of inspiration and resilience unique to our own personal experiences. By reshaping and sharing our narratives, we can find our true path and tap into our untapped potential. My desire is to work together to cultivate resilience and strength, uncovering the best version of you.
(413) 423-0863 View (413) 423-0863
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Aidza Y Mckenzie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Are you experiencing overwhelming stress, depression, trauma, anxiety, fears, or panic attacks? Are you struggling with sense-of-self or self-worth? Are you looking to regain control of your life? Or are you just in need of having a provider that will listen to you in a mindful and non-judgmental way? If you are, call me to discuss effective ways to guide you in the process of overcoming these and other life challenges. I am a caring, gentle, compassionate, and sensitive to cultural, racial, and religious diversity psychologist. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
Are you experiencing overwhelming stress, depression, trauma, anxiety, fears, or panic attacks? Are you struggling with sense-of-self or self-worth? Are you looking to regain control of your life? Or are you just in need of having a provider that will listen to you in a mindful and non-judgmental way? If you are, call me to discuss effective ways to guide you in the process of overcoming these and other life challenges. I am a caring, gentle, compassionate, and sensitive to cultural, racial, and religious diversity psychologist. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
(413) 269-8645 x4 View (413) 269-8645 x4
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Debra Krumholz
Counselor, LMHC, MEd, MPH
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Most of us decide to enter into therapy because we are in pain and we want to find ways to end the pain. We feel stuck, without choices. While we are drawn to change and growth, it can also be very scary. As your therapist, I see it as my job to help you find the courage to see yourself clearly, to harness your own strength and resources, and to discover your own answers.
Most of us decide to enter into therapy because we are in pain and we want to find ways to end the pain. We feel stuck, without choices. While we are drawn to change and growth, it can also be very scary. As your therapist, I see it as my job to help you find the courage to see yourself clearly, to harness your own strength and resources, and to discover your own answers.
(413) 314-3162 View (413) 314-3162
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Betsy McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Are you, your teen or young adult child struggling? Withdrawing? Anxious? Making dangerous choices? Having trouble getting along? For over twenty years I have been helping people work through their situations to think more clearly, make better choices, and ultimately, to feel better about themselves. Because trust and good communication between the therapist and the client is so important, I invite you to email or call me and talk about what you are looking for and my approach to see if this might be a good fit for you or your child.
Are you, your teen or young adult child struggling? Withdrawing? Anxious? Making dangerous choices? Having trouble getting along? For over twenty years I have been helping people work through their situations to think more clearly, make better choices, and ultimately, to feel better about themselves. Because trust and good communication between the therapist and the client is so important, I invite you to email or call me and talk about what you are looking for and my approach to see if this might be a good fit for you or your child.
(413) 314-3504 View (413) 314-3504
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Emily Reed Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EdM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
My intention is to create a nurturing relationship that supports your learning and growth. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most important element of a helpful counseling experience. Together, we will explore your challenges with compassion and curiosity and discover your strengths and other resources that can help you move towards meaningful change. If you’re interested in working with me, please leave a message with your insurance and best times/days.
My intention is to create a nurturing relationship that supports your learning and growth. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most important element of a helpful counseling experience. Together, we will explore your challenges with compassion and curiosity and discover your strengths and other resources that can help you move towards meaningful change. If you’re interested in working with me, please leave a message with your insurance and best times/days.
(413) 251-1397 View (413) 251-1397
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Catharine Sena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Waitlist for new clients
Life can present difficult feelings and experiences that become overwhelming. Therapy can be a way to manage these complicated feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety or just a general feeling of “stuckness”. I believe that everyone has the ability to unlock their potential and move forward.
Life can present difficult feelings and experiences that become overwhelming. Therapy can be a way to manage these complicated feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety or just a general feeling of “stuckness”. I believe that everyone has the ability to unlock their potential and move forward.
(413) 307-3653 View (413) 307-3653
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst
Counselor
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Montana McKim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
Are your worries keeping you up at night? Do you think about something over and over and imagine the worst might happen? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you can’t get anything done? Does everything, including eating and sleeping, feel hard? It is okay to need help and I want to help you get unstuck.
Are your worries keeping you up at night? Do you think about something over and over and imagine the worst might happen? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you can’t get anything done? Does everything, including eating and sleeping, feel hard? It is okay to need help and I want to help you get unstuck.
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Whole Child And Parent: Family Coaching And Therapy ~Julie B. Rosenshein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
I have been working with parents, children and families for over 25 years. I specialize in elementary school age children. My book: “Parenting the Highly Sensitive Child” has been a resource for many parents. I offer tools and strategies for children struggling with emotional regulation, anger issues, ADHD, anxiety, oppositional defiant/challenging behaviors, learning difficulties and social skills. I help families regain a sense of balance by helping to resolve conflict and enhance communication....bringing enjoyment to your family once again.
I have been working with parents, children and families for over 25 years. I specialize in elementary school age children. My book: “Parenting the Highly Sensitive Child” has been a resource for many parents. I offer tools and strategies for children struggling with emotional regulation, anger issues, ADHD, anxiety, oppositional defiant/challenging behaviors, learning difficulties and social skills. I help families regain a sense of balance by helping to resolve conflict and enhance communication....bringing enjoyment to your family once again.
(413) 307-3651 View (413) 307-3651
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Debra Lucey-Maynard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
I am honored to support individuals/families that have struggles that they are motivated to overcome. It is normal for us all to struggle from time to time. Many of us have endured trauma in the past and it can be a challenge to feel peace and/or joy again. Trauma focused therapy can provide a safe outlet for you to explore your concerns and learn or strengthen coping skills as you continue to find healing. I believe that everyone has struggles in their lives. Many of us are touched by trauma and work hard to get through necessary activities during our day to day life. I feel we can all change and grow at any point in our life.
I am honored to support individuals/families that have struggles that they are motivated to overcome. It is normal for us all to struggle from time to time. Many of us have endured trauma in the past and it can be a challenge to feel peace and/or joy again. Trauma focused therapy can provide a safe outlet for you to explore your concerns and learn or strengthen coping skills as you continue to find healing. I believe that everyone has struggles in their lives. Many of us are touched by trauma and work hard to get through necessary activities during our day to day life. I feel we can all change and grow at any point in our life.
(978) 341-3859 View (978) 341-3859
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Jaime Devins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035  (Online Only)
I now reside and practice in CT, and am working on accepting CT clients. I'm excited to partner with you as you take the brave step in seeking help. Many struggle with isolation, depression, anxiety, attention, identity, change of life, toxic stress, grief, trauma, relationships, or work. Do you feel alone and overwhelmed in these issues? I offer a compassionate space in which to help you take a look at these issues in an empowering, strengths-based way. I specialize in using creativity, art, mind-body strategies, and self-empowerment in relationships. We will take an in-depth look at your concerns in a holistic way.
I now reside and practice in CT, and am working on accepting CT clients. I'm excited to partner with you as you take the brave step in seeking help. Many struggle with isolation, depression, anxiety, attention, identity, change of life, toxic stress, grief, trauma, relationships, or work. Do you feel alone and overwhelmed in these issues? I offer a compassionate space in which to help you take a look at these issues in an empowering, strengths-based way. I specialize in using creativity, art, mind-body strategies, and self-empowerment in relationships. We will take an in-depth look at your concerns in a holistic way.
(207) 203-9293 View (207) 203-9293
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Sev Kolysko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
We all encounter times in life when we just feel stuck and overwhelmed, sometimes unsure of why we feel this way and unable to move forward. Psychotherapy helps us to achieve a sense of well-being and make changes in our lives. My hope is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, which will allow you to achieve personal growth. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies with components of mindfulness and solution-focused approaches. I work with adults of all ages and older adolescents.
We all encounter times in life when we just feel stuck and overwhelmed, sometimes unsure of why we feel this way and unable to move forward. Psychotherapy helps us to achieve a sense of well-being and make changes in our lives. My hope is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, which will allow you to achieve personal growth. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies with components of mindfulness and solution-focused approaches. I work with adults of all ages and older adolescents.
(413) 362-7658 View (413) 362-7658
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Advance Psychotherapy Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
We have immediate openings, across the lifespan, for the following insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield Optum and Optum products: Allways, Harvard Pilgrim, Oxford, Connecticare TUFTS Medicare Private Pay ($100/session) Become a client on our website: www.advancepsychotherapy.org. Those who are interested in receiving services from us should fill out the following form:
We have immediate openings, across the lifespan, for the following insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield Optum and Optum products: Allways, Harvard Pilgrim, Oxford, Connecticare TUFTS Medicare Private Pay ($100/session) Become a client on our website: www.advancepsychotherapy.org. Those who are interested in receiving services from us should fill out the following form:
(413) 259-0478 View (413) 259-0478
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Mark A Gapen
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
Not accepting new clients
Many folks find that even after seeing a therapist, they continue to experience problems such as difficulty sleeping, irritable bowel, hypervigilance, being easily startled, being very sensitive, and many other body-based reactions. They may be discouraged, and feel that they simply have to live with these problems. My practice specializes in working with individuals not simply to achieve symptom remission, but to achieve wellness. I actively collaborate with my patients to look at the root causes of anxiety, depression and other problems. In resolving these, I help folks find more balance and peace in their lives.
Many folks find that even after seeing a therapist, they continue to experience problems such as difficulty sleeping, irritable bowel, hypervigilance, being easily startled, being very sensitive, and many other body-based reactions. They may be discouraged, and feel that they simply have to live with these problems. My practice specializes in working with individuals not simply to achieve symptom remission, but to achieve wellness. I actively collaborate with my patients to look at the root causes of anxiety, depression and other problems. In resolving these, I help folks find more balance and peace in their lives.
(413) 628-2010 View (413) 628-2010
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Jennifer T Walsh
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035
Not accepting new clients
I offer a humanistic and trauma-informed approach to therapy, which means that we will work together to explore your values and what goals you would like to set to live your most grounded and fulfilling life. I acknowledge that your identity and experiences are unique and intersectional, and this centers the work we do together. My specialty in art therapy allows an intuitive and creative form of expression to deepen this connection with yourself and your community. In session I offer non-judgmental, supportive accountability for the hopes and goals you determine for our work together.
I offer a humanistic and trauma-informed approach to therapy, which means that we will work together to explore your values and what goals you would like to set to live your most grounded and fulfilling life. I acknowledge that your identity and experiences are unique and intersectional, and this centers the work we do together. My specialty in art therapy allows an intuitive and creative form of expression to deepen this connection with yourself and your community. In session I offer non-judgmental, supportive accountability for the hopes and goals you determine for our work together.
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Elizabeth Bristow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hadley, MA 01035
Not accepting new clients
My name is Elizabeth Bristow and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over twenty-five years of experience providing psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. I see individuals, couples and families in my private practice. My office is centrally located, I have day and evening hours and I accept most insurances.
My name is Elizabeth Bristow and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over twenty-five years of experience providing psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. I see individuals, couples and families in my private practice. My office is centrally located, I have day and evening hours and I accept most insurances.
(413) 308-5272 View (413) 308-5272
Strength-Based Therapists

How does strength-based therapy work?

During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.

Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?

Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.

How long does strength-based therapy last?

There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.

How effective is strength-based therapy?

Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.