Family Therapy in Massachusetts

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Jennifer Carey
Counselor, EdS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am also an informed Internal Family Systems therapist.
I help both individuals and couples increase their awareness, confidence, and access to creative solutions and grow in their capacity to practice compassion and experience connection. These qualities empower my clients to break through the obstacles between them and the joy and bliss that is possible in their lives and relationships. I hold tremendous honor in assisting couples through their natural ups and downs. Whether an individual or couple needs conflict resolution, communication skills, healing from an affair, or other support, I am here to help the couple heal, learn, and transform lovingly and consciously.
I am also an informed Internal Family Systems therapist.
I help both individuals and couples increase their awareness, confidence, and access to creative solutions and grow in their capacity to practice compassion and experience connection. These qualities empower my clients to break through the obstacles between them and the joy and bliss that is possible in their lives and relationships. I hold tremendous honor in assisting couples through their natural ups and downs. Whether an individual or couple needs conflict resolution, communication skills, healing from an affair, or other support, I am here to help the couple heal, learn, and transform lovingly and consciously.
(978) 704-7299 View (978) 704-7299
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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.
(978) 631-1611 View (978) 631-1611
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Doris Anne Jackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
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.
(617) 612-5106 View (617) 612-5106
David Zarchan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Concord, MA 01742  (Online Only)
My practice includes adolescents and adults, with a specialty in marriage and family issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has had a private practice in Massachusetts since 1978. I have also had a teaching appointment with Harvard Medical School's Department of Psychiatry for most of those years.
My practice includes adolescents and adults, with a specialty in marriage and family issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has had a private practice in Massachusetts since 1978. I have also had a teaching appointment with Harvard Medical School's Department of Psychiatry for most of those years.
(978) 415-9996 View (978) 415-9996
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Karen Marie LaBrecque
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, M Ed, CADC, LADC1
Verified Verified
Danvers, MA 01923
Since working in this field I have seen the effects that addiction has on the whole family.
I am passionate about helping people. I spent over 14 years working in prevention as a high school and middle school health educator and most recently have 9 years helping people who struggle with alcoholism, substance misuse, and addiction. I truly believe recovery is possible for everyone. I am familiar with various screening and assessments and will work with my clients to develop treatment plan goals that are appropiate. I have knowledge of multiple pathways of recovery, CBT, DBT and use a Humanistic approach while meeting people where they are at and using motivational interviewing to helping clients with ambivalence.
Since working in this field I have seen the effects that addiction has on the whole family.
I am passionate about helping people. I spent over 14 years working in prevention as a high school and middle school health educator and most recently have 9 years helping people who struggle with alcoholism, substance misuse, and addiction. I truly believe recovery is possible for everyone. I am familiar with various screening and assessments and will work with my clients to develop treatment plan goals that are appropiate. I have knowledge of multiple pathways of recovery, CBT, DBT and use a Humanistic approach while meeting people where they are at and using motivational interviewing to helping clients with ambivalence.
(351) 529-6634 View (351) 529-6634
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Amy Cousineau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seekonk, MA 02771
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker licensed in RI and MA. for the past 21 years. I have extensive professional experience working within and across systems, as well as with individuals across the developmental lifespan including teens and young adults. I also provide LGBTQIA+ affirming care and have supported many clients through their gender transition.I provide individual and family therapy.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker licensed in RI and MA. for the past 21 years. I have extensive professional experience working within and across systems, as well as with individuals across the developmental lifespan including teens and young adults. I also provide LGBTQIA+ affirming care and have supported many clients through their gender transition.I provide individual and family therapy.
(508) 691-8249 View (508) 691-8249
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Jeanne Deneault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Rockland, MA 02370
I strive to create a comfortable, empathetic atmosphere and use a flexible, client-centered treatment approach that includes mindfullness, cognitive behavioral therapy and narrative therapy. My passion is guiding women and couples through the difficult world of infertility, loss, unexpected diagnosis. If you are looking to see some light through the darkness of buidling your family, please contact me and together we can work toward your healing and ability to move forward.
I strive to create a comfortable, empathetic atmosphere and use a flexible, client-centered treatment approach that includes mindfullness, cognitive behavioral therapy and narrative therapy. My passion is guiding women and couples through the difficult world of infertility, loss, unexpected diagnosis. If you are looking to see some light through the darkness of buidling your family, please contact me and together we can work toward your healing and ability to move forward.
(781) 626-6564 View (781) 626-6564
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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.
(508) 213-8136 View (508) 213-8136
Kerzner Associates, PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Foxborough, MA 02035
Kerzner Associates is a multidisciplinary team comprised of twenty five clinicians. We provide short-term and longer-term psychotherapy based upon the needs of our clients and types of problems being presented. We see children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, in the context of individual, couples, and/or family therapy. Each clinician has specific areas of interest and expertise.
Kerzner Associates is a multidisciplinary team comprised of twenty five clinicians. We provide short-term and longer-term psychotherapy based upon the needs of our clients and types of problems being presented. We see children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, in the context of individual, couples, and/or family therapy. Each clinician has specific areas of interest and expertise.
(774) 772-5413 View (774) 772-5413
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Sharon Levin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02420
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.
(781) 990-0581 View (781) 990-0581
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Betsy Magidson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
My therapeutic techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, dialectical behavioral therapy, Internal family systems therapy, trauma-informed therapy, guided imagery, expressive therapies, and mindfulness based treatments.
I REGRET I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Are you feeling stuck, confused about an overwhelming situation, wondering which way to turn? Therapy can help. As a counselor, I provide a collaborative, welcoming environment that promotes the health of your mind, heart, and soul. We will work together to understand and heal old injuries that may be holding you back Then focus on creating new and positive experiences.
My therapeutic techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, dialectical behavioral therapy, Internal family systems therapy, trauma-informed therapy, guided imagery, expressive therapies, and mindfulness based treatments.
I REGRET I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Are you feeling stuck, confused about an overwhelming situation, wondering which way to turn? Therapy can help. As a counselor, I provide a collaborative, welcoming environment that promotes the health of your mind, heart, and soul. We will work together to understand and heal old injuries that may be holding you back Then focus on creating new and positive experiences.
(781) 583-7459 View (781) 583-7459
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Jeffrey Paul Kassis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002  (Online Only)
I am trained in family therapy, marriage counseling, relationship issues, DBT and motivational interviewing.
I work with clients that experience relationship issues with partners, family, friends and at work. Helping individuals decrease the intensity of their anxiety and depression in therapy we explore options and choices for growth and resolving difficulties. The goal is to create clarity regarding better communication and how to assert their needs.
I am trained in family therapy, marriage counseling, relationship issues, DBT and motivational interviewing.
I work with clients that experience relationship issues with partners, family, friends and at work. Helping individuals decrease the intensity of their anxiety and depression in therapy we explore options and choices for growth and resolving difficulties. The goal is to create clarity regarding better communication and how to assert their needs.
(413) 324-5114 View (413) 324-5114
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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.
(978) 307-7147 View (978) 307-7147
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Sayftee, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
Waitlist for new clients
Our waitlists for child/adolescent, relationship, and family services are currently CLOSED.
Please do not call. To inquire, fill out the "Contact SAYFTEE" form on our website (www.sayftee.com/contact-us). We are a socially conscious group practice of queer, trans, and nonbinary clinicians. We offer a range of services including individual, couple/relationship, group, and family therapy. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, and adults. We are committed to serving gender expansive and LGBTQI+ people and those who love them. Learn more about us and our team on our website!
Our waitlists for child/adolescent, relationship, and family services are currently CLOSED.
Please do not call. To inquire, fill out the "Contact SAYFTEE" form on our website (www.sayftee.com/contact-us). We are a socially conscious group practice of queer, trans, and nonbinary clinicians. We offer a range of services including individual, couple/relationship, group, and family therapy. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, and adults. We are committed to serving gender expansive and LGBTQI+ people and those who love them. Learn more about us and our team on our website!
(857) 957-9558 View (857) 957-9558
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Rachel Aghjayan
Counselor, LMHC, MACC
Verified Verified
Hopkinton, MA 01748  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Rachel and I have been working professionally as a clinical therapist since 2011. I have a passion for helping people and if you're reading this i would love to connect with you. I work with a wide range of issues and concerns, including but not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders, peri and post-natal disorders, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, trauma and stress disorders, substance abuse disorders, parenting/ family dynamic concerns, couples counseling, and faith based concerns.
Hello! My name is Rachel and I have been working professionally as a clinical therapist since 2011. I have a passion for helping people and if you're reading this i would love to connect with you. I work with a wide range of issues and concerns, including but not limited to, mood and anxiety disorders, peri and post-natal disorders, sexual abuse, domestic abuse, trauma and stress disorders, substance abuse disorders, parenting/ family dynamic concerns, couples counseling, and faith based concerns.
(508) 719-7790 View (508) 719-7790
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Steven Krugman, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02459
My practice focuses on major transitions in the lives and careers of accomplished men and women. My clients seek better work-life balance, a greater sense of satisfaction from intimate relationships, and support in pursuing their own unrealized dreams. I approach these questions in a direct, interactive manner. Methods include coaching, interpersonal psychotherapy and family of origin models. I work with individuals, couples and families. I also work with business partners. I am deeply interested in working with people during times of transition when they are looking to create new options for themselves, in their relationships.
My practice focuses on major transitions in the lives and careers of accomplished men and women. My clients seek better work-life balance, a greater sense of satisfaction from intimate relationships, and support in pursuing their own unrealized dreams. I approach these questions in a direct, interactive manner. Methods include coaching, interpersonal psychotherapy and family of origin models. I work with individuals, couples and families. I also work with business partners. I am deeply interested in working with people during times of transition when they are looking to create new options for themselves, in their relationships.
(781) 650-9180 View (781) 650-9180
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Kristen Joyce
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
I am a therapist working in downtown Northampton providing strength-based, goal oriented psychotherapy. My office is handicapped accessible and convenient to public transportation. I offer evening and weekend times and work with people of all ages individually, in couples and with family members. I am also a founder of Northampton Center for DBT, which offers DBT skills training classes in downtown Northampton (kristenjoyce.com/dbt-skills-classes/).
I am a therapist working in downtown Northampton providing strength-based, goal oriented psychotherapy. My office is handicapped accessible and convenient to public transportation. I offer evening and weekend times and work with people of all ages individually, in couples and with family members. I am also a founder of Northampton Center for DBT, which offers DBT skills training classes in downtown Northampton (kristenjoyce.com/dbt-skills-classes/).
(978) 785-9959 View (978) 785-9959
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Paul Stephen Foster-Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Florence, MA 01062
Although I specialize in Gottman-style couples therapy, most of my work focuses first on symptom reduction (eg anxiety, depression, trauma) and then more fundamentally on the use of a variety of theoretical and practical treatment frameworks (eg Cognitive Behavioral, Family systems) to help my clients move through pain into enhanced personal effectiveness.
My ideal client is a person who has gotten so stuck with emotional or medical challenges that these interfere with their ability to self-soothe, focus, make and execute constructive plans, get along with others or experience intimacy and connection with a mate or other fellow human beings. My ideal client wants to feel wanted and needed and yet may engage in unacknowledged self-defeating behaviors at home, at work or out in the larger social world worthy of inspection and “remodeling.” My ideal client is willing to make a commitment to a process of self-examination resulting in new efforts to make important changes in their life.
Although I specialize in Gottman-style couples therapy, most of my work focuses first on symptom reduction (eg anxiety, depression, trauma) and then more fundamentally on the use of a variety of theoretical and practical treatment frameworks (eg Cognitive Behavioral, Family systems) to help my clients move through pain into enhanced personal effectiveness.
My ideal client is a person who has gotten so stuck with emotional or medical challenges that these interfere with their ability to self-soothe, focus, make and execute constructive plans, get along with others or experience intimacy and connection with a mate or other fellow human beings. My ideal client wants to feel wanted and needed and yet may engage in unacknowledged self-defeating behaviors at home, at work or out in the larger social world worthy of inspection and “remodeling.” My ideal client is willing to make a commitment to a process of self-examination resulting in new efforts to make important changes in their life.
(413) 666-1343 View (413) 666-1343
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Andrew P Sonnekalb
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
With training in Marriage and Family Therapy, CBT, ACT, IFS, Narrative, Psychoanalysis, Spirituality, Parenting, Health Psychology, and Neuropsychological assessment, I draw from a broad base of expertise to construct a personalized approach with every patient.
It takes great courage to reach out to a therapist. It is my hope to meet you in your courage and earn your trust as we build a safe, strong, and productive connection together. Therapy is often about restoring and healing connections with oneself and others. To that end, I serve individuals, groups, couples, and families across the life span with a focus on individual and couples therapy. My experience working in outpatient clinics, schools, hospitals, outpatient primary care settings, and with public safety departments, gives me a unique perspective to draw from.
With training in Marriage and Family Therapy, CBT, ACT, IFS, Narrative, Psychoanalysis, Spirituality, Parenting, Health Psychology, and Neuropsychological assessment, I draw from a broad base of expertise to construct a personalized approach with every patient.
It takes great courage to reach out to a therapist. It is my hope to meet you in your courage and earn your trust as we build a safe, strong, and productive connection together. Therapy is often about restoring and healing connections with oneself and others. To that end, I serve individuals, groups, couples, and families across the life span with a focus on individual and couples therapy. My experience working in outpatient clinics, schools, hospitals, outpatient primary care settings, and with public safety departments, gives me a unique perspective to draw from.
(617) 855-0365 View (617) 855-0365
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Janet Winocour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Beverly, MA 01915  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Janet Winocour works with individual adults and couples and has been leading a 15 week separation/divorce support group for over 30 years. The next group will start in September 2024. Janet specializes in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss and trauma. She is a certified Imago Couples Therapist, certified group therapist and is trained in IFS(Internal Family Systems) and EFT (Emotional Freedon Technique). Several times a year, Janet co-leads a day long Couples Connection Workshop that combines communication theories and techniques to help couples build a more meaningful and intentional relationship.
Janet Winocour works with individual adults and couples and has been leading a 15 week separation/divorce support group for over 30 years. The next group will start in September 2024. Janet specializes in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss and trauma. She is a certified Imago Couples Therapist, certified group therapist and is trained in IFS(Internal Family Systems) and EFT (Emotional Freedon Technique). Several times a year, Janet co-leads a day long Couples Connection Workshop that combines communication theories and techniques to help couples build a more meaningful and intentional relationship.
(978) 705-6012 View (978) 705-6012
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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.