In Person Therapists in Bridgewater, MA

A doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Boston University and dual licensure as a Psychologist and as a Marriage and Family Therapist; certified by APA's College of Professional Psychology in substance abuse treatment; Clinical Member and Past President of the Massachusetts Division of the American Asociation for Marriage and Family Therapy; Board Certified in Couples' and Family Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology and Past President of the Board's Academy of Family Psychology, the national organization for Board Certified Family Psychologists; listed on the National Register of Health Care Providers in Psychology; on most insurance panels.

New Daytime Openings Beginning in September 2024. When people seek out therapy for themselves or their children, they often feel overwhelmed, confused, and alone. I partner with clients to provide support during these challenging times and help them work through difficult issues. Each client comes to me with their own unique strengths and challenges. I use an individualized, non-judgmental approach to help people develop a better understanding of themselves and identify ways we can work together to help them reach their goals.

Welcome to The Well – Where healing begins with Mind, Body, and Spirit. Our approach to therapy integrates the mind, body, and spirit, recognizing that each element plays a critical role in your overall well-being. Our diversified group of licensed psychotherapists offer a variety of behavioral health services including but not limited to: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples counseling, Family counseling, Marriage counseling, Integrated exercise therapy, Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). We have offices at 1029 Pleasant St. and 120 Main St. Bridgewater, 640 Oak St. E. Bridgewater, & 40 Dean St. Taunton MA

As a solution-focused therapist, I facilitate personal growth and help patients to realize their goals by using a collaborative approach. I work primarily with individuals, and specialize in couples work; utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach that draws from CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Relational Based & Solution-Focused Therapy. Other areas of clinical specialty include anxiety and mood disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, marriage and family conflict, and dual diagnosis. I work both days and evenings and have Saturday hours to accommodate and promote flexibility for my patient’s schedules.

Many of life's challenges lead people to seek therapy. Therapy allows clients to talk in a secure setting about their concerns, to learn better coping skills, & to find solutions to their problems. I strive to reduce stigma around treatment & assist clients in rebuilding their lives. I think it's vital to meet each client where they are at and focus on their strengths. Clients describe me as: compassionate & trustworthy. I consider myself to be an encouraging & direct person.

Tuesday and Thursday Morning availability only. As a counselor, I feel that I work for each individual client. My goal is to meet a client where they are most comfortable and then guide them through the uncomfortable moments because thats where we grow. The relationship is paramount to any therapeutic work. I feel my strength as a counselor is my ability to connect with all ages while utilizing interests and life experiences to build insight into what is causing stress and worry.

Currently accepting weekday morning, afternoon, and evening clients. My passion is assisting individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have multiple years of professional and private practice experience helping middle aged, senior adults, and couples navigate emotional difficulties, stressful circumstances, and traumatic periods of their lives. I weave together strands of positive psychology, mindfulness practices, and interpersonal psychotherapy into a cohesive and tailored approach to meet clients where they currently are.

I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families to address the problems they see as holding them from achieving what they want in life. Solution-driven, I specialize in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders that stem from phase of life transitions, relationship issues, past traumas, substance abuse, grief/loss, parenting, and the need for social skill improvement. I have worked with clients on various issues, including minor alcohol-related disturbances, anxiety and depression, ADHD, anger, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, career counseling, divorce, trauma and PTSD, and more.

My passion is working with children 10yo & under who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, family transitions, grief, & disruptions in attachment. I utilize dance/movement, music, storytelling, play, and art therapies to help children engage in the therapeutic process and heal. Through activities, children are able to freely express emotions and learn to self-soothe using the techniques that naturally help to learn about themselves and the world around them. Parent training & family therapy are also frequently used to support caregivers in responding to children with high emotional needs.

My honest, straightforward, and solution-focused style is based on experience as well as my passion in working with individuals who are interested in bettering themselves and finding positive solutions to any challenges they may face. My many years of experience in the mental health field working with children, adolescents and their families and having worked in various settings, has enhanced my ability to adapt to each client's individual needs. Believing that everyone's healing path is different, I utilize this experience to offer diverse approaches to address the different needs, struggles, and goals that each individual may have.

Dr. Melissa received her Ph.D. in Holistic Counseling from the University of Sedona in 2013. She brings a creative approach to healing the mind, body,and spirit by incorporating different holistic modalities into the therapeutic counseling process. Melissa also received her Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology in 1997 from Lesley University. She has been practicing as a licensed psychotherapist for over 25 years. Melissa is also a Certified Yoga Teacher and received her RYT from Maha Yoga Center in Bridgewater, MA in 2017.

What often compels people to seek therapy is some form of felt loss. It could be as transparent as an unsatisfying relationship or as subtle as lowered self-esteem. It could be a sense that something is missing and an uncertainty as to what that may be. One of the most important relationships in life is the one we foster with ourselves. And frequently, it is the one most ignored. I strive to help people see and understand themselves more clearly as I believe self awareness is an indispensable bridge to healthy change.

You may be considering psychotherapy for the first time or searching for a better "fit". The quality of the relationship is as significant to healing as the approach or expertise. Whether your goal is to solve specific problems or discover deeper self-knowledge, I draw on many years of experience to guide this process. My down-to-earth, non-judgmental approach is conducive to building the trust and confidence essential to the therapeutic relationship.

I work with clients of various ages across the life span. People who seek my services include individuals, families, and couples. My specialties are children and adolescents, psychological trauma, and grief. I have experience providing treatment for adult and child victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, child witnesses to violence, and survivors of suicide and homicide with traumatic and complicated grief issues. My clients often are struggling with anxiety and mood disorders. Children may have ADHD and other disruptive behavior disorders. Some may have developmental delays and other special needs.

Feeling overwhelmed? Things don't make sense and you've lost perspective? Sometimes it is a big reason - such as divorce, medical issues, chronic pain, weight management, financial stress or job loss. Or sometimes we just realize that we are not where we want to be in our life and not sure how we got there or how to get back. This can result in anxiety, depressed mood and sadness. It's time to start putting the pieces together - changing bad behaviors and replacing them with healthy ones, being accountable and responsible for our own lives.

My career started as a volunteer at a suicide prevention lifeline providing support for individuals in distress, and I learned that being present for people in their most vulnerable times of need is one of the most humbling yet fulfilling services I could provide. I have also worked in residential care, university, and hospital settings. I am here to guide clients who are ready to produce dynamic change in their lives. I work with clients experiencing various challenges including trauma, challenging relationships, and life transitions to name a few, and how these factors affected the client and family systems.

Hello; thanks for viewing my profile. Everyone has an interesting story to tell of how they got to where they are now. Therapy can help change the plot and perhaps develop new chapters. I have been a psychologist for over 30 years- initially in a medical setting and then in private practice. I have expertise working with people with medical conditions as well as with depression and anxiety. I treat couples and individuals ranging from 18 years through the lifespan.

•Earlier morn Sept openings for 3.5-6 yr olds• I have a practical approach to therapy and believe a solid understanding of yourself is key to resolving emotional distress.I tailor my therapeutic style to the client's individual age and needs.I utilize a variety of modalities including CBT,psychodynamic,holistic, art &play therapy andsand play. I encourage clients to develop insight into their thoughts and behaviors. I believe in building coping skills to maintain healthy functioning.

I am widely experienced in treating anxiety and panic, mood problems, alcoholism, relationships, life transitions, co-dependency, chronic stress, grief and loss of meaning and identity from a mind/body and mindfulness perspective. I work with women and men, older adults, anxious and depressed younger adults, and include significant others as needed. I've had specialized training working with the deeper mind for rapid intervention, enhancing motivation, to transform perceptions that keep us stuck, to resolve problems resistant to change. I offer workshops to enhance resiliency, relationship skills, creativity and problem solving.