Psychodynamic Therapists in Bourne, MA

I am a partner at Leek Therapy. A mentor of mine once described therapy as "two people getting to know one person." I think this in many ways encapsulates my understanding of how I hope to work with people. By helping people "meet themselves" with compassion and understanding, people can then make informed decisions about how they want to move forward. I strive to support clients in identifying their desires and values and to move towards living a life aligned with those values. I utilize Narrative Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy as well as Psychodynamic techniques to work alongside clients.

I am a partner at Leek Therapy. I'm so glad you're here. Life can be messy, and that’s perfectly okay—you don’t have to navigate it alone. My focus is on building a genuine connection with you, where you feel truly comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings. I have had the privilege of working extensively with individuals across the lifespan in community mental health settings, as well as specialized work with Division I athletes at Boston College, where I provided tailored support to navigate the unique challenges they face.

People typically come to see me when they feel anxious, depressed, stressed out, or stuck. I work with clients to help them be more compassionate with themselves, so that they can develop a sense of curiosity and acceptance toward their experiences. As people become curious about why they feel and act the way they do, they are able to see their situation in a new light, and can come up with new solutions.

If you are reading this, I know you are seeking a change in either your life or a loved one's. As an experienced therapist, I provide a safe environment for you to grow and learn. We will enter a partnership, in which we will work together to get a better understanding of where your thoughts, feelings and behaviors stem from. We will also build and strengthen the tools necessary to gain insight, problem solve, tolerate distress and heal.

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, sad, worried, anxious, wishing things were different? Talking Helps! Let‘s sit down together to talk about what’s going on. My goal is to provide a warm and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable and safe to open up and explore what‘s happening to cause discomfort in your life and see what we can do to change that. I want to help you create the life YOU want to live and achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for. I want to help you to be able to deal with life on life’s terms and find meaning/purpose in work, family, friends and other aspects of life. Please give me a call

I have worked with Cape Cod based non-profit organizations for over 11 years, serving clients of all ages and from all walks of life. I have a deep and diverse experience with a variety of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction as well as the full range of life transition, work and relationship based stressors. Before joining Leek Therapy as a private practitioner, I worked in several school districts and outpatient care facilities working with a diverse group of clients.

Before entering private practice with Leek Therapy, my primary work focused on community mental health, complex trauma, and social justice. Working in non-profit organizations and residential programs, I developed a relational therapeutic approach that values trauma-informed and culturally responsive interventions. My work with adolescents, young adults, and families is grounded in the belief that all individuals deserve access to mental health care that feels safe, collaborative, and inclusive.

As part of the group practice Leek Therapy, I specialize in personal identity formation, men's issues, issues related to spirituality, issues related to self-esteem, issues related to vocation, relationship conflicts, family-systems dynamics, depression, anxiety, and general contemplative psychology practices. As a therapist, my primary goals center on helping clients deepen and widen their understanding of themselves and how they relate to the world around them. Throughout the process of therapy, I believe it is our collaborative goal to understand the way in which we discover and create meaning in our lives.

I partner with my clients to improve their experience of life. We will join to provide an improved opportunity for you to enjoy your life, your relationships and yourself. I work with men and women,individuals, couples and families. I also work with older clients, as well as gay and lesbian clients. I am currently using teletherapy to work with clients while observing social distancing. It is a simple interactive video system (like skype but secure) with no downloads needed. I am currently accepting new clients.

Beacon of Hope Counseling is a Somatic Informed private group practice that offers in-person and telehealth specialized mental health services for individuals throughout their lifespan. Our clinicians specialize in LGBTQ+, Trauma, Chronic Health Conditions and Pain, Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety/Depression, ADHD and issues around coming of age. We understand the connection between our bodies and our minds and believe that restoring these connections facilitates growth and change.

I have been working with adults, children, adolescents, families and couples for 27+ years. I assist individuals, families and couples with identifying the areas of their lives they would like to improve; and strategies to get there. I look at the person as a whole and come from a strength based perspective. Telehealth sessions are available. There are openings for individual therapy for clients 18 and over for telehealth. Currently, there are no openings for children, adolescents under 18, family therapy or couples therapy.

Life is tough at best, traumatic at worst. People let us down or we let ourselves down. We may repeat patterns that once seemed to work for us, but are now impeding our growth. Often we know what we "should" do to feel better, but can't seem to actualize our intentions. Or we become so overwhelmed with messages that we have to fix ourselves that over time our resolve weakens and we feel stuck, frustrated, and helpless. It can feel uncomfortable to ask for help when we're struggling, but we are not wired to walk this life alone; we all need a safe space where we can share our hurts, disappointments, and losses.

I provide individual counseling to adolescents and adults with a variety of issues from men's issues, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, life changes, career counseling, money issues, parenting issues, behavioral issues, and relationship issues. In addition to individual counseling, I also offer parent coaching to parents and caregivers who are caring for children with difficult behaviors, defiant behaviors, and tantrums. I have extensive experience working with children who have been severely traumatized and have behavioral issues as a result.

You smile and say “I’m fine” but it's not true. You don’t necessarily know what’s wrong so sometimes you even convince yourself you're OK. You feel overwhelmed trying to balance your responsibilities and meet the expectations of everyone around you. You feel depressed and anxious. You’ve learned to cope by scrolling on your phone and self-medicating. You want to learn healthier coping skills. You want to talk to someone who only has YOU in mind. You hear people talk about going to therapy and you think it‘s a good idea but you don’t know where to start. Seeking help, whether for yourself or your teen, can be an exhausting task.

I provide short-term and long-term therapy for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction recovery (including those in 12-step programs), family members of individuals struggling with addiction, and those coping with trauma or life's challenges. My areas of expertise include trauma treatment using EMDR & IFS, as well as advocacy for the 12-Step program. As a two-time cancer survivor, I also offer counseling for individuals affected by cancer. I have 22 years of experience in private practice, community mental health, and emergency services.

Welcome and congratulations on finding the strength to engage in a partnership that will allow you to experience life in a more meaningful manner. Through counseling, you will sense positive changes and develop skills that lead to greater insight and foster healing. In this safe, trusting, non-judgmental atmosphere, we will build a strong therapeutic and supportive relationship that allows you work toward your goals.

Navigating the ups and downs of life can make you feel like you are out to sea all alone. Life can be intense, and the waves of emotions can feel overwhelming. I am here to tell you that you are not alone on this crazy trip called LIFE. My approach to therapy is to be a guide to help you navigate life's challenges. We will look holistically at anything that might be contributing to your emotional state and work together to develop practical solutions. Current openings for appointments between 10 am -3 pm at this time.

*I am currently not accepting new clients-please check back at a later date.* Life can be challenging at times and it can be overwhelming to deal with alone. As humans we need to communicate, to interact, to be heard, and to feel understood. I believe therapy can be a very productive and cathartic outlet to help sift through everyday difficulties and unexpected or even devastating challenges that occur in our lives. Therapy can help encourage you to gain understanding and build growth leading you to find and accept your best self.

When it comes to making meaningful change through therapy, I believe the cornerstone is connection and collaboration. As a team, we will create goals and decide together on strategies to get you there. I use DBT, CBT, humor, and strengths-based perspective to help you identify and overcome that which brings you to counseling. Experienced in: anxiety disorders including PTSD, and OCD, grief and loss, depression, and others.