Family Therapy in Massachusetts
My predoctorate (CAGS) is in family therapy- working with parents who have to care for their elderly relatives, psychotic family, depressed or anxious partners.
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.
My predoctorate (CAGS) is in family therapy- working with parents who have to care for their elderly relatives, psychotic family, depressed or anxious partners.
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.
The practices I utilize include insight oriented treatment; study of patterns and utilization of transference, internal family systems and accessing the higher self, establishing presence and mindfulness, Buddhist meditation, contemplative Christian prayer.
Clients see me for existential fatigue from unresolved trauma, loss, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions. Every part of our lives has an opportunity for growth. I support people who want to engage the opportunities and move beyond simple relief of symptoms to understand symptoms are telling us something greater is trying to emerge. I believe relationship between therapist and client(s) is a primary factor in determining success in therapy. Clients who see me are usually seeking deeper relationships with themselves, others, and their world, i am here to facilitate that process.
The practices I utilize include insight oriented treatment; study of patterns and utilization of transference, internal family systems and accessing the higher self, establishing presence and mindfulness, Buddhist meditation, contemplative Christian prayer.
Clients see me for existential fatigue from unresolved trauma, loss, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions. Every part of our lives has an opportunity for growth. I support people who want to engage the opportunities and move beyond simple relief of symptoms to understand symptoms are telling us something greater is trying to emerge. I believe relationship between therapist and client(s) is a primary factor in determining success in therapy. Clients who see me are usually seeking deeper relationships with themselves, others, and their world, i am here to facilitate that process.
I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
Psychotherapy is incredibly helpful not just in managing mental health diagnoses such as Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, etc., but it is also a powerful support in navigating the ways in which we can all get stuck in undesired and unhealthy patterns in our lives and relationships. My goal is that your experience of therapy is one in which you feel deeply heard and understood, challenged in healthy ways, and safe and comfortable to explore a wide range of thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a neutral and non-judgmental setting.
I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
Psychotherapy is incredibly helpful not just in managing mental health diagnoses such as Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, etc., but it is also a powerful support in navigating the ways in which we can all get stuck in undesired and unhealthy patterns in our lives and relationships. My goal is that your experience of therapy is one in which you feel deeply heard and understood, challenged in healthy ways, and safe and comfortable to explore a wide range of thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a neutral and non-judgmental setting.
Victoria Mauro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hopkinton, MA 01748
Waitlist for new clients
My previous work includes inpatient/residential and outpatient substance use treatment, child and adolescent therapy both outpatient and community based (In-Home), as well as family and marriage counseling.
Everyone deserves a counselor who will listen, care, advocate, and support them. My experience has guided me to work a variety of presenting issues that include: substance use/addiction, depressive and anxiety symptoms, ADHD, family dynamics & communications, and stress management (18+)
My previous work includes inpatient/residential and outpatient substance use treatment, child and adolescent therapy both outpatient and community based (In-Home), as well as family and marriage counseling.
Everyone deserves a counselor who will listen, care, advocate, and support them. My experience has guided me to work a variety of presenting issues that include: substance use/addiction, depressive and anxiety symptoms, ADHD, family dynamics & communications, and stress management (18+)
I am a spiritually oriented psychologist who has been practicing psychotherapy with individual adults and couples in the Greater Lowell community for 40 years and am certified as a marriage and family therapist (AAMFT) and pastoral counselor as well as a psychologist. I have practiced contemplative prayer/meditation in the Christian and Buddhist traditions for many years and integrate mind/body/spirit approaches to healing with counseling. Weaving strands from psychology, psychotherapy, and holistic healing continues to be my passion and I welcome persons of all faith persuasions or none.
I am a spiritually oriented psychologist who has been practicing psychotherapy with individual adults and couples in the Greater Lowell community for 40 years and am certified as a marriage and family therapist (AAMFT) and pastoral counselor as well as a psychologist. I have practiced contemplative prayer/meditation in the Christian and Buddhist traditions for many years and integrate mind/body/spirit approaches to healing with counseling. Weaving strands from psychology, psychotherapy, and holistic healing continues to be my passion and I welcome persons of all faith persuasions or none.
When people have the intention to restore respect and vitality to their couple or family, relationships can become a great source of positive energy.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist treating troubled relationships, depression, debilitating anxiety, traumatic loss, blocked vitality, underachievement. I have done in-depth psychotherapy with individuals and groups for over thirty years.
The capacity for joy and the ability to conduct relationships with integrity are key goals towards which my clients are working.
Relationships are are the core of in-depth psychotherapy. When my client and I build a good working relationship, psychotherapy can have a great impact on unhappiness and can turn a good life into a great life.
When people have the intention to restore respect and vitality to their couple or family, relationships can become a great source of positive energy.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist treating troubled relationships, depression, debilitating anxiety, traumatic loss, blocked vitality, underachievement. I have done in-depth psychotherapy with individuals and groups for over thirty years.
The capacity for joy and the ability to conduct relationships with integrity are key goals towards which my clients are working.
Relationships are are the core of in-depth psychotherapy. When my client and I build a good working relationship, psychotherapy can have a great impact on unhappiness and can turn a good life into a great life.
Dr. Vanessa Rojas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, CSAT, C-PD, CCTP-II, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Do you dread coming home to conflict or the cold shoulder? Did you just find out your partner has been repeatedly cheating on you? Are you looking for a therapist who specializes in personality disorders to help you understand what exactly you are dealing with? Wondering how you keep ending up in toxic situationships? Is unprocessed trauma from growing up in an alcoholic and/or dysfunctional family causing you difficulties in all areas of your life? Allow me to help you heal yourself and/or relationship.
Do you dread coming home to conflict or the cold shoulder? Did you just find out your partner has been repeatedly cheating on you? Are you looking for a therapist who specializes in personality disorders to help you understand what exactly you are dealing with? Wondering how you keep ending up in toxic situationships? Is unprocessed trauma from growing up in an alcoholic and/or dysfunctional family causing you difficulties in all areas of your life? Allow me to help you heal yourself and/or relationship.
We can schedule individual appointments as well as family and couples.
Elevate Counseling Services has 30+ employees that treat clients as young as 3 years old into retirement. We specialize in treating anxiety, mood problems, alcohol abuse, family and relationship difficulties, stress, communication difficulties, social anxiety, academic struggles, co-parenting and care giver concerns. CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, REBT, Energy Psychology, Person Centered and Humanistic meaning making. Our clinicians are a diverse group of providers that offer a variety of clinical expertise to the practice.
We can schedule individual appointments as well as family and couples.
Elevate Counseling Services has 30+ employees that treat clients as young as 3 years old into retirement. We specialize in treating anxiety, mood problems, alcohol abuse, family and relationship difficulties, stress, communication difficulties, social anxiety, academic struggles, co-parenting and care giver concerns. CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, REBT, Energy Psychology, Person Centered and Humanistic meaning making. Our clinicians are a diverse group of providers that offer a variety of clinical expertise to the practice.
Kate Imhoff
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Acton, MA 01720
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes we find ourselves repeating the same negative relational patterns with friends, co-workers, and family.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of helping others, I have learned that making a genuine connection with people is the best way in which to begin the work of therapy.
One of the most important skills I have to offer is to carefully and compassionately listen to what you have to say.
We then go from there; when you are ready, we begin to look at how to change.
Sometimes we find ourselves repeating the same negative relational patterns with friends, co-workers, and family.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of helping others, I have learned that making a genuine connection with people is the best way in which to begin the work of therapy.
One of the most important skills I have to offer is to carefully and compassionately listen to what you have to say.
We then go from there; when you are ready, we begin to look at how to change.
Bruce W Augustonovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amesbury, MA 01913
I draw from Evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, and Internal Family Systems Therapy to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Clinician who has a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and enhance their mental well-being. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of human behavior, combined with empathy and a non-judgmental attitude towards my clients. I believe in the power of therapy to facilitate personal growth and healing.
I draw from Evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, and Internal Family Systems Therapy to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Clinician who has a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and enhance their mental well-being. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of human behavior, combined with empathy and a non-judgmental attitude towards my clients. I believe in the power of therapy to facilitate personal growth and healing.
Christina Marie Kerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Southampton, MA 01073 (Online Only)
I have a special focus on women's issues who are combating, anxiety, stress, somatic complaints, insomnia, mood disorders, family issues.
A successful experience in psychotherapy begins with choosing a therapist who best meets your needs and goals. The act of talking, in of itself, will not get you where you want to go. You need to talk to a therapist who has the training and the experience to understand where you are at, and the skills to help you move forward. I am an innovative, trauma-informed therapist who has worked with a diverse population of clients. I enable clients to manage difficult feelings and concerns while exploring with them the internal obstacles to personal growth.
I have a special focus on women's issues who are combating, anxiety, stress, somatic complaints, insomnia, mood disorders, family issues.
A successful experience in psychotherapy begins with choosing a therapist who best meets your needs and goals. The act of talking, in of itself, will not get you where you want to go. You need to talk to a therapist who has the training and the experience to understand where you are at, and the skills to help you move forward. I am an innovative, trauma-informed therapist who has worked with a diverse population of clients. I enable clients to manage difficult feelings and concerns while exploring with them the internal obstacles to personal growth.
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My practice focuses on helping individuals and couples improve and strengthen their relationships. At different points in our lives we face new challenges. Even our most wonderful life transitions may also cause tension and stress in our interactions with family members, friends and colleagues. Therapy can help.
I have expertise working with depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, trauma, and loss. Support is provided for those coping with infertility and perinatal loss. I partner with people to overcome their creative and spiritual struggles, and work with individuals to reconcile their religious background with their current practice, lifestyle or beliefs.
My practice focuses on helping individuals and couples improve and strengthen their relationships. At different points in our lives we face new challenges. Even our most wonderful life transitions may also cause tension and stress in our interactions with family members, friends and colleagues. Therapy can help.
I have expertise working with depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, trauma, and loss. Support is provided for those coping with infertility and perinatal loss. I partner with people to overcome their creative and spiritual struggles, and work with individuals to reconcile their religious background with their current practice, lifestyle or beliefs.
Mimi Licht, LICSW, BCD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
Strengthen communication skills while discussing dual careers, decision making, money, conflict resolution, starting a family, focusing on issues most important to you.
Facing Senior Years? Creative solutions for those older but wiser. I offer a compassionate ear and help with unexpected emotional hurdles; loss of spouse, retiring from workforce, illness, caretaker role. We will devise strategies empowering you to gain control of challenges, feel less stressed and alone. Along with gaining the wisdom of life's experiences, getting older usually means many physical changes, with a wide assortment of medical specialists. Working together we will reduce fear and anxiety associated with treatments, doctors and the reality of aging while keeping in shape.
Strengthen communication skills while discussing dual careers, decision making, money, conflict resolution, starting a family, focusing on issues most important to you.
Facing Senior Years? Creative solutions for those older but wiser. I offer a compassionate ear and help with unexpected emotional hurdles; loss of spouse, retiring from workforce, illness, caretaker role. We will devise strategies empowering you to gain control of challenges, feel less stressed and alone. Along with gaining the wisdom of life's experiences, getting older usually means many physical changes, with a wide assortment of medical specialists. Working together we will reduce fear and anxiety associated with treatments, doctors and the reality of aging while keeping in shape.
Christine Musello, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Acton, MA 01720
Waitlist for new clients
Update November 2020: If you viewed this profile recently, please note that I've moved! In addition, currently most meetings are remote and openings are rare. I currently work with teens, young adults, and adults. Mood disorders, parent guidance, veterans, family relationships, trauma and PTSD are areas of clinical interest. Those who seek to be responsible for their own happiness, whether through acceptance or through efforts to change and grow, are the people I hope to meet.
Update November 2020: If you viewed this profile recently, please note that I've moved! In addition, currently most meetings are remote and openings are rare. I currently work with teens, young adults, and adults. Mood disorders, parent guidance, veterans, family relationships, trauma and PTSD are areas of clinical interest. Those who seek to be responsible for their own happiness, whether through acceptance or through efforts to change and grow, are the people I hope to meet.
We are all so complicated. We love hard, we inflict hurt to our selves and others. But there is still so much beauty that lives within us all. I want to be able help you create the self-love, self-worth, self-compassionate and self- trust in you again. I have over 10 years in working with individuals that have experienced traumas in intimate partner and family violence. I am committed to supporting individuals to find that surviving self-love that lives within them, especially when feelings of brokenness and hopelessness is the only vision. We will develop communication with love and kindness for true change in our relationships.
We are all so complicated. We love hard, we inflict hurt to our selves and others. But there is still so much beauty that lives within us all. I want to be able help you create the self-love, self-worth, self-compassionate and self- trust in you again. I have over 10 years in working with individuals that have experienced traumas in intimate partner and family violence. I am committed to supporting individuals to find that surviving self-love that lives within them, especially when feelings of brokenness and hopelessness is the only vision. We will develop communication with love and kindness for true change in our relationships.
Together, we can negotiate through the difficult emotions around the many issues we face today such as high anxiety, depression, loss of a family member, or chronic illness.
People are struggling with anxiety, depression, and stress from different sources from jobs to relationships to child care. With 25 years of experience, I have counseled many around women's issues, relationship difficulties, job difficulties, chronic illness, and grief and loss. I work not only with the individual but the family as well when needed. I believe compassion is a key component to therapy as well as incorporating a holistic approach. I include traditional talk therapy (CBT) with mindfulness techniques, education, and practical coping skills that are simple and effective.
Together, we can negotiate through the difficult emotions around the many issues we face today such as high anxiety, depression, loss of a family member, or chronic illness.
People are struggling with anxiety, depression, and stress from different sources from jobs to relationships to child care. With 25 years of experience, I have counseled many around women's issues, relationship difficulties, job difficulties, chronic illness, and grief and loss. I work not only with the individual but the family as well when needed. I believe compassion is a key component to therapy as well as incorporating a holistic approach. I include traditional talk therapy (CBT) with mindfulness techniques, education, and practical coping skills that are simple and effective.
Dr Barbara Lavi Dream Positioning System ™
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Specialties: children & adults, individual, couple, family & group techniques, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), hypnosis & the Dream Positioning System.
Have the changes since the pandemic left you feeling stuck? Challenged? Do you want to enhance your life? Have you lost sight of your dreams? Whether you long to feel closer to your partner, are overwhelmed at work, or feel that being a parent leaves no time for your dreams, Dr. Lavi & her Dream Positioning System (DPS) can put YOU back in control of your life so you can start moving towards your dreams. Although the psychotherapeutic relationship lasts for life, therapy with Dr. Lavi will be as brief as possible. When issues arise down the road, clients can return to "recalculate"get back on track & reach their aspirations.
Specialties: children & adults, individual, couple, family & group techniques, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), hypnosis & the Dream Positioning System.
Have the changes since the pandemic left you feeling stuck? Challenged? Do you want to enhance your life? Have you lost sight of your dreams? Whether you long to feel closer to your partner, are overwhelmed at work, or feel that being a parent leaves no time for your dreams, Dr. Lavi & her Dream Positioning System (DPS) can put YOU back in control of your life so you can start moving towards your dreams. Although the psychotherapeutic relationship lasts for life, therapy with Dr. Lavi will be as brief as possible. When issues arise down the road, clients can return to "recalculate"get back on track & reach their aspirations.
Life is a journey, and from time to time, we all face challenges that we would benefit from discussing with a thoughtful and compassionate listener. I am such a person, plus I own this practice. While I believe therapy is a collaborative enterprise, I also believe when successful, therapy requires an active and experienced guide. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a variety of personal, family, and mental health issues. I have more than 20 years experience working as a therapist. My therapy orientation is eclectic though my foundation is psychodynamic and strengths based.
Life is a journey, and from time to time, we all face challenges that we would benefit from discussing with a thoughtful and compassionate listener. I am such a person, plus I own this practice. While I believe therapy is a collaborative enterprise, I also believe when successful, therapy requires an active and experienced guide. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a variety of personal, family, and mental health issues. I have more than 20 years experience working as a therapist. My therapy orientation is eclectic though my foundation is psychodynamic and strengths based.
Dr. Jennifer James
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Cynthia R Horan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Boylston, MA 01583
I have over 20 years experience working with men and women in transition either due to divorce or remarriage; dealing with blended/step family situations. I have worked as a Guardian ad litem in the Probate Courts for over 20 years. I am trained in Divorce Mediation and have experience in helping divorcing couples create a workable and fair parenting plan. I also work with couples using the Imago technique I use a number of different modalities depending on the presenting problem. .. guided imagery, hypnotherapy, life coaching .My goal is to help you attain your goal.
I have over 20 years experience working with men and women in transition either due to divorce or remarriage; dealing with blended/step family situations. I have worked as a Guardian ad litem in the Probate Courts for over 20 years. I am trained in Divorce Mediation and have experience in helping divorcing couples create a workable and fair parenting plan. I also work with couples using the Imago technique I use a number of different modalities depending on the presenting problem. .. guided imagery, hypnotherapy, life coaching .My goal is to help you attain your goal.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.