Career Counseling Therapists in Chicopee, MA
Shalonda Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01013
Therapy is much more than talking out your thoughts. I believe when engaged in therapy individuals feel supported, validated, empowered and encouraged to overcome or get through anything. Therapy is effective in dealing with a wide array of life’s most stressful issues including past trauma, anxiety, job or relationship issues, life transition, loss or just not feeling or functioning your best. I look forward to helping people build skills, think critically about their habits and work towards a better quality of life.
Therapy is much more than talking out your thoughts. I believe when engaged in therapy individuals feel supported, validated, empowered and encouraged to overcome or get through anything. Therapy is effective in dealing with a wide array of life’s most stressful issues including past trauma, anxiety, job or relationship issues, life transition, loss or just not feeling or functioning your best. I look forward to helping people build skills, think critically about their habits and work towards a better quality of life.
Cristina Rivera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01014 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients! Anxiety, depression, and addiction can often affect your day-to-day life, career, relationships, and the ability to feel like yourself. It can lead to sadness, anger, hopelessness, and oftentimes can feel lonely and confusing. Therapy allows the space to process your concerns so you can achieve goals such as waking up feeling less anxious/worried, ability to navigate strong emotions, strengthen your self-confidence, and continue to build healthy relationships with others and yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients! Anxiety, depression, and addiction can often affect your day-to-day life, career, relationships, and the ability to feel like yourself. It can lead to sadness, anger, hopelessness, and oftentimes can feel lonely and confusing. Therapy allows the space to process your concerns so you can achieve goals such as waking up feeling less anxious/worried, ability to navigate strong emotions, strengthen your self-confidence, and continue to build healthy relationships with others and yourself.
I am currently taking new client for telehealth. I am bilingual and can offer sessions in Spanish as well. For over 20 years I've been working with youths and families, helping them nagivate all sort of family conflicts, divorce, marriage, cultural diversity, supporting the LGBTQ+ and how certain religious beliefs can impact family members and others. I offer consultantion to companies and agencies on how to support the LGBTQ+ community and integrating DEI. As your therapist, I will show respect towards your culture, curiosity, and integrity.
I am currently taking new client for telehealth. I am bilingual and can offer sessions in Spanish as well. For over 20 years I've been working with youths and families, helping them nagivate all sort of family conflicts, divorce, marriage, cultural diversity, supporting the LGBTQ+ and how certain religious beliefs can impact family members and others. I offer consultantion to companies and agencies on how to support the LGBTQ+ community and integrating DEI. As your therapist, I will show respect towards your culture, curiosity, and integrity.
I’m a therapist that will help you process your thoughts and emotions so you can come to the best conclusion that you decide upon. I’ll Keep it real. I won’t sugar coat things but I will be honest and upfront while still validating you and showing the upmost care. I enjoy trying to find the positive in every situation as it helps me make the good that much better and the bad that much more tolerable.
I’m a therapist that will help you process your thoughts and emotions so you can come to the best conclusion that you decide upon. I’ll Keep it real. I won’t sugar coat things but I will be honest and upfront while still validating you and showing the upmost care. I enjoy trying to find the positive in every situation as it helps me make the good that much better and the bad that much more tolerable.
I believe it takes strength and courage to seek therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space in which you can explore attitudes and beliefs/patterns which get in the way of accomplishing your full potential and fully engaging in life. I utilize techniques from positive psychology, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and dialectal behavioral therapy to connect my clients with their "true, inner selves," something which we most often lose touch with as we go about our lives in this often unpredictable and stressful world. I also believe in the power of humor and laughter as tools in the healing process.
I believe it takes strength and courage to seek therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space in which you can explore attitudes and beliefs/patterns which get in the way of accomplishing your full potential and fully engaging in life. I utilize techniques from positive psychology, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and dialectal behavioral therapy to connect my clients with their "true, inner selves," something which we most often lose touch with as we go about our lives in this often unpredictable and stressful world. I also believe in the power of humor and laughter as tools in the healing process.
I am passionate about working with families, groups and individuals with a holistic approach. I enjoy seeing how the restorative power of the Gospel, in conjunction with evidence-based theories can have a transformation effect in the lives I have been privileged to serve. I have worked with families struggling with relationship problems, as well as individuals dealing with depression, trauma, addictions and anxiety. I consider myself Spiritual, Compassionate and eager to help others manage their life in a more holistic manner. I'm passionate about working with families, groups and individuals with a holistic approach.
I am passionate about working with families, groups and individuals with a holistic approach. I enjoy seeing how the restorative power of the Gospel, in conjunction with evidence-based theories can have a transformation effect in the lives I have been privileged to serve. I have worked with families struggling with relationship problems, as well as individuals dealing with depression, trauma, addictions and anxiety. I consider myself Spiritual, Compassionate and eager to help others manage their life in a more holistic manner. I'm passionate about working with families, groups and individuals with a holistic approach.
River Valley Counseling Center
Psychologist, Psy D, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
Maria Del Mar Farina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Ph, D, LICSW
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) bicultural, LICSW, clinical social worker. I obtained my MSW and PhD degrees from Smith College, School for Social Work. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years providing individual and family therapy to adults, children, adolescents and couples. I specialize in parent-child and sibling conflict, depression, grief/loss, domestic violence, anxiety, trauma, acculturation, relocation/immigration and life transitions. I am also an Associate Professor at Westfield State University, and adjunct faculty at Columbia University, Smith College and Boston University.
I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) bicultural, LICSW, clinical social worker. I obtained my MSW and PhD degrees from Smith College, School for Social Work. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years providing individual and family therapy to adults, children, adolescents and couples. I specialize in parent-child and sibling conflict, depression, grief/loss, domestic violence, anxiety, trauma, acculturation, relocation/immigration and life transitions. I am also an Associate Professor at Westfield State University, and adjunct faculty at Columbia University, Smith College and Boston University.
Kathy J. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01020
I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your process of change, healing or recovery. If you are struggling with your relationship, mood, anxiety, substance use, or confusion about that next step in your life, therapy can be very helpful. I have over 25 years of experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, codependency, relationship issues, grief, substance use disorders and family of origin issues. I use a relational approach that focuses on cognitive, emotional and behavioral change. I believe engaging in a therapeutic relationship is a profound way to heal and eventually make the choices to a healthier more peaceful life.
I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your process of change, healing or recovery. If you are struggling with your relationship, mood, anxiety, substance use, or confusion about that next step in your life, therapy can be very helpful. I have over 25 years of experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, codependency, relationship issues, grief, substance use disorders and family of origin issues. I use a relational approach that focuses on cognitive, emotional and behavioral change. I believe engaging in a therapeutic relationship is a profound way to heal and eventually make the choices to a healthier more peaceful life.
Kathleen Morrissey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PTA
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020
Our lives can be difficult and demanding. Sometimes we do not receive the support that we need or would like to have. Life changing circumstances, whether recent or long standing, can result in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and fatigue affecting your quality of life, your relationships and managing from day to day. When feeling overwhelmed coping can become difficult. I am also a guide and life coach who will assist you on your journey. I will help you to find resolve for your concerns, begin to imagine positive changes that will benefit you and create the life you wish to have.
Our lives can be difficult and demanding. Sometimes we do not receive the support that we need or would like to have. Life changing circumstances, whether recent or long standing, can result in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and fatigue affecting your quality of life, your relationships and managing from day to day. When feeling overwhelmed coping can become difficult. I am also a guide and life coach who will assist you on your journey. I will help you to find resolve for your concerns, begin to imagine positive changes that will benefit you and create the life you wish to have.
Anxiety Specialist, Amanda Urato, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
Kathy Davis-Gillette, PhD, New Inspiration LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
Joy. Self-Esteem. Confidence. Fulfillment. Do you ever feel as if something is missing in your Life––either as an individual or couple? If so, let’s join together and find the missing pieces. As a Team, we’ll take an objective look at your Life and your desires. Then we’ll put together a personal Action Plan that will show the way to a more complete and happier You! The possibilities are endless once you take the first step!
Joy. Self-Esteem. Confidence. Fulfillment. Do you ever feel as if something is missing in your Life––either as an individual or couple? If so, let’s join together and find the missing pieces. As a Team, we’ll take an objective look at your Life and your desires. Then we’ll put together a personal Action Plan that will show the way to a more complete and happier You! The possibilities are endless once you take the first step!
Yanitza Quiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01020
Being a mom is hard enough without extra struggles like ADHD, anxiety, and constant feelings of overwhelm. You do so much for your family - are you also taking time to care for yourself? As a working mom of 3, I totally get it. The constant juggling of work, home, kids can be exhausting! On top of that, having an overwhelmed mind, trouble focusing, guilt, painful memories - it can feel impossible to find peace. But you deserve to feel confident and capable, not just for your family, but for YOU.
Being a mom is hard enough without extra struggles like ADHD, anxiety, and constant feelings of overwhelm. You do so much for your family - are you also taking time to care for yourself? As a working mom of 3, I totally get it. The constant juggling of work, home, kids can be exhausting! On top of that, having an overwhelmed mind, trouble focusing, guilt, painful memories - it can feel impossible to find peace. But you deserve to feel confident and capable, not just for your family, but for YOU.
I currently have a couple openings! Feel free to reach out if you are interested in services! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live. I look forward to hearing from you!
I currently have a couple openings! Feel free to reach out if you are interested in services! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live. I look forward to hearing from you!
Cheryl E. Medina
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01013
Not accepting new clients
I am a graduate from American International College where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I continued my learning endeavors where I earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in individual counseling that centers around individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues as well as working with families, elders and adolescents.
I am a graduate from American International College where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I continued my learning endeavors where I earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in individual counseling that centers around individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues as well as working with families, elders and adolescents.
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Handel Behavioral Health West Springfield
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Springfield, MA 01089 (Online Only)
We may be facing relational tensions, career transitions, challenges with addiction, or feeling anxious and depressed but unsure of the cause. No matter what we’re struggling with, we all need a person we can talk honestly and openly about our lives with. Our therapists at Handel Behavioral Health in West Springfield are here to guide you in a collaborative way to a place of connection, understanding, and growth. As you work with one of our therapists, you will cultivate self-awareness to examine with compassion and honesty, your inner strengths to meet life’s challenges, as well as the old patterns that may be delaying your growth.
We may be facing relational tensions, career transitions, challenges with addiction, or feeling anxious and depressed but unsure of the cause. No matter what we’re struggling with, we all need a person we can talk honestly and openly about our lives with. Our therapists at Handel Behavioral Health in West Springfield are here to guide you in a collaborative way to a place of connection, understanding, and growth. As you work with one of our therapists, you will cultivate self-awareness to examine with compassion and honesty, your inner strengths to meet life’s challenges, as well as the old patterns that may be delaying your growth.
Using a combination of mindset, emotional, somatic, behavioral, and unconscious work, I’ve created a holistic approach that helps clients quantum leap their success in all areas of life: relationships, career/purpose, physical health, spirituality, etc.
Hi there! I am a High Performance Coach who helps people overcome limiting beliefs & negative patterns so they can embody their full potential & bring their biggest visions to life. In short, I'll help you reach your goals and move through any roadblocks along the way. There are three steps to creating lasting change: 1. Self Awareness, 2. Acceptance, 3. Aligned Action. Most methodologies create change by moving straight from awareness to change on a behavioral level, but this is missing the most powerful step: acceptance. Once we fully accept every part of ourselves, only then can we execute change externally & more powerfully.
Using a combination of mindset, emotional, somatic, behavioral, and unconscious work, I’ve created a holistic approach that helps clients quantum leap their success in all areas of life: relationships, career/purpose, physical health, spirituality, etc.
Hi there! I am a High Performance Coach who helps people overcome limiting beliefs & negative patterns so they can embody their full potential & bring their biggest visions to life. In short, I'll help you reach your goals and move through any roadblocks along the way. There are three steps to creating lasting change: 1. Self Awareness, 2. Acceptance, 3. Aligned Action. Most methodologies create change by moving straight from awareness to change on a behavioral level, but this is missing the most powerful step: acceptance. Once we fully accept every part of ourselves, only then can we execute change externally & more powerfully.
My ideal client is someone who demonstrates a genuine interest in change and personal growth. This individual is open to self-reflection and exploration, recognizing the significance of understanding past behaviors and patterns as a means to foster positive transformation. My ideal client values the therapeutic process as a collaborative journey and sees me as a supportive guide in navigating the complexities of their emotional landscape. This client is committed to embracing change, recognizing that self-awareness and an understanding of past behaviors are essential components in cultivating a healthier and more fulfilling life.
My ideal client is someone who demonstrates a genuine interest in change and personal growth. This individual is open to self-reflection and exploration, recognizing the significance of understanding past behaviors and patterns as a means to foster positive transformation. My ideal client values the therapeutic process as a collaborative journey and sees me as a supportive guide in navigating the complexities of their emotional landscape. This client is committed to embracing change, recognizing that self-awareness and an understanding of past behaviors are essential components in cultivating a healthier and more fulfilling life.
I enjoy working with people who are experiencing life transitions, changing careers, going through grief or loss, experiencing anxiety, looking for support with trauma, developing coping skills, or just seeking support with the messiness of life. I want to work with clients who are motivated to engage in self-reflection and make a commitment to creating space for themselves to work through their current patterns that are no longer serving them. I meet the person where they are at and understand what ways they would like to make changes in their life.
I enjoy working with people who are experiencing life transitions, changing careers, going through grief or loss, experiencing anxiety, looking for support with trauma, developing coping skills, or just seeking support with the messiness of life. I want to work with clients who are motivated to engage in self-reflection and make a commitment to creating space for themselves to work through their current patterns that are no longer serving them. I meet the person where they are at and understand what ways they would like to make changes in their life.
Coming from a Lead Clinician role for a Virtual Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Program, I don't believe in an "ideal" client. In my previous role, we rarely had insight into a client's clinical presentation before their intake. I have learned to tailor my approach to each client while aiding them in learning emotional regulation techniques and interventions to sustain sobriety.
Coming from a Lead Clinician role for a Virtual Partial Hospitalization (PHP) Program, I don't believe in an "ideal" client. In my previous role, we rarely had insight into a client's clinical presentation before their intake. I have learned to tailor my approach to each client while aiding them in learning emotional regulation techniques and interventions to sustain sobriety.
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.