Trauma Focused Therapists in North Reading, MA

I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. I utilize evidenced based treatments including, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Mindfulness. In 2005, I earned my MSW degree during which time I trained at the Tewksbury State Hospital and at the Department of Veteran Affairs. I have over 13 years of experience in working with adults struggling with medical conditions depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, as well as issues related to gender identity and sexuality.

Sometimes overwhelming challenges or changes can feel as though they’ve taken over our lives. All too often, rather than seeking the compassionate care we deserve, we try to bear the weight of our circumstances alone, which can lead to compounding feelings of self-doubt, fear, and isolation. I draw from a broad range of therapies to help heal the parts of you that are in pain. My integrative approach draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). With these proven methodologies in my toolkit, I collaborate with you to make meaningful change.

I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), state certified in substance use (CADC-II), problem gambling (MA PGS) and Trauma (CTTP-II), located in North Reading, Massachusetts. After many years of valuable experience in the field of mental health counseling, I expanded and open my own private practice. I work primarily with adults, focusing on a wide range of presenting problems including trauma, abuse, addictions, anxiety and depression. I strive to provide a safe and trusting environment for all my clients.

Note** I am currently not accepting new patients. I have been a therapist for 20+ years and have worked at MGH for the last 12 as well as having a private practice. I consider myself to be a warm, genuine therapist and have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, substance abuse and relationship issues. I have worked with individuals throughout the life span but particularly enjoy adults and couples. I come from a psychodynamic perspective and also include cognitive-behavioral as well as solution focused therapies in my treatment. Entering therapy is not always an easy step to make, but it can change your life.

All of my work is evidence-based. As a life-long learner and lover of all things mental health, I stay current with validated best practices. My sessions are compassionate, solution-focused and rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy. I offer individual and small group psychoeducation and therapy; and mental health consultations for schools, universities and businesses. My consultations are strategic and creative. I am known to think outside the box. Humor is a cornerstone in my life and practice.

You deserve to feel strong, confident, and beautiful- but for many women and teens, anxiety, depression, or trauma can lead to feeling lost, misunderstood, or stuck in negative patterns. Maybe you aren't who you used to be and want to find your inner strength and confidence in order to build positive, healthy connections. You want to manage stress without feeling completely overwhelmed and find strategies that actually work to reduce sadness and anxiety. If you're looking for some guidance on how to get there, give me a call. My clients find success in learning to trust themselves and make choices they can feel good about.

With over 15 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health, Substance Use, Trauma, Family/Couples Therapy, and Bi-lingual services. My passion is to see Families, Couples, and Individuals achieve the greatest version of themselves. I'm compassionate, attentive and a great listener. I also provide people the space to speak freely and empower them to make the changes necessary for their well being. I enjoy embarking on this journey as well as celebrating people's great success and empowering them to continue the work on their own once they are confident to do so. If you are looking for a better life balance it starts here.

I am a licensed mental health therapist with 15 years of clinical experience working with adults and teenagers, with advanced training and extensive experience in the areas of anxiety and depressive disorders more broadly, but OCD more specifically as well as having done a great deal of work with the LGBTQ population with a particular focus on supporting trans youth. I incorporate a number of therapeutic interventions including CBT and DBT and enjoy working with individuals who are motivated, engaged and open to the process of cultivating a therapeutic rapport, feeling supported and also challenged.

100% Telehealth Practice. I provide care to clients located anywhere in Massachusetts via telehealth. I am licensed to provide the following services: 1. Psychotherapy (talk therapy); 2. Psychiatric medication prescribing for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions; 3. Both talk therapy and psychiatric medication prescribing. I founded Renbrook Center for Mental Health LLC to provide high-quality, individualized mental healthcare to every person I come to know in my practice.

Another sleepless night. You toss and turn, get up, walk around… eat again… You know this night is lost. But why? Things are good “on the surface”. It never used to be this way. Now, you worry. Now, your thoughts spiral. Everything seems to be scary and uncertain. You are worried about your kids, they used to be a joy, but now they are closed in their rooms, constantly on screens. You are worried about your partner or other relationships. But mostly you are worried about the future, about your career, about your health, about yourself!

Trauma happens at a particular or multiple moments of time, but its effects reach into the present. Memories of past hurts keep coming up. You wish you could just forget those painful experiences and move on, except every day comes with triggers that remind you of the past. It is hard to get through each day. The feelings of sadness and hopelessness come and go, but it doesn't seem to get any better. Anxiety and nervousness get in the way of work, relationships and having fun. With all the struggles, healing is possible!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect is the foundation for the most meaningful work to be done. I have a relaxed, non-judgmental, conversational approach that encourages clients to feel at ease. I strive to provide support around helping increase awareness and empowering others to make the changes that they need and desire in life.