Domestic Abuse Therapists in Chicopee, MA
Karen Paulk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I offer experience in treating depression and anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, mood disorders, dual diagnosis, PTSD, and trauma.
As founder of Mending Messages Therapy Center, my mission is to deliver therapeutic messages that help mend broken hearts, minds, spirits, and relationships. I have devoted over 20 years to the field of Social Work and enjoy providing clinical services to individuals, couples, adolescents, and families in need. My focus is on helping identify and build on your inner strengths to help you achieve your desired goals. Together we will develop healthy coping skills and strategies to challenge self-defeating thoughts and barriers, that can prevent you from obtaining the life that you desire.
I offer experience in treating depression and anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, mood disorders, dual diagnosis, PTSD, and trauma.
As founder of Mending Messages Therapy Center, my mission is to deliver therapeutic messages that help mend broken hearts, minds, spirits, and relationships. I have devoted over 20 years to the field of Social Work and enjoy providing clinical services to individuals, couples, adolescents, and families in need. My focus is on helping identify and build on your inner strengths to help you achieve your desired goals. Together we will develop healthy coping skills and strategies to challenge self-defeating thoughts and barriers, that can prevent you from obtaining the life that you desire.
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.
I am very comfortable working with people who are depressed, anxious, have a history of sexual abuse, or who have used self harm as a way to deal with their pain.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, or issues from the past the you just can't seem to let go of? Exploring your thoughts and feelings in the context of a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship with an experienced therapist is often helpful. I have many years experience helping people of all ages work through their hurt and pain. I utilize an empathic approach that stems from my training in pyschodynamic therapy and familly systems theory.
I am very comfortable working with people who are depressed, anxious, have a history of sexual abuse, or who have used self harm as a way to deal with their pain.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, or issues from the past the you just can't seem to let go of? Exploring your thoughts and feelings in the context of a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship with an experienced therapist is often helpful. I have many years experience helping people of all ages work through their hurt and pain. I utilize an empathic approach that stems from my training in pyschodynamic therapy and familly systems theory.
DCF-involved families, (reunification and custody-related) families in conflict/relationship struggles, parenting children who have experienced trauma or delays/disabilities, work with teens, anyone wanting to explore their own family patterns to break the cycle for themselves and/or their family, people in recovery, people experiencing challenges with after-incarceration transitions, issues related to anger management and parenting struggles, strategies for handling behavioral/school-related issues with children-including issues related to foster care and adoption.
DCF-involved families, (reunification and custody-related) families in conflict/relationship struggles, parenting children who have experienced trauma or delays/disabilities, work with teens, anyone wanting to explore their own family patterns to break the cycle for themselves and/or their family, people in recovery, people experiencing challenges with after-incarceration transitions, issues related to anger management and parenting struggles, strategies for handling behavioral/school-related issues with children-including issues related to foster care and adoption.
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.
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.
Celia Mackinnon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01022
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for considering my profile. I am licensed both as a Mental Health Counseler and a Marriage and Family Therapist. A guiding belief in my work is an unconditional regard for the individual value of each person. I have a variety of training (Pyschodynamic, cognitive behavioral, relational EFT, EMDR etc.)and use an ecelectic approach. I have been working with children and their families in a varity of settings, for almost 30 years. I have extensive experience working with a variety of diagnosis. I also have a bachelor degree in working with Young Children with Special Needs.
Thank you for considering my profile. I am licensed both as a Mental Health Counseler and a Marriage and Family Therapist. A guiding belief in my work is an unconditional regard for the individual value of each person. I have a variety of training (Pyschodynamic, cognitive behavioral, relational EFT, EMDR etc.)and use an ecelectic approach. I have been working with children and their families in a varity of settings, for almost 30 years. I have extensive experience working with a variety of diagnosis. I also have a bachelor degree in working with Young Children with Special Needs.
I work with couples, individuals and families. Through the process of therapy, you can develop new ways of dealing with conflicts, communication difficulties, grief and loss, and many other daily concerns. In a non-judgmental and supportive environment, you can make positive changes for a stronger today and future. I believe that addressing the relationship between couples may require a “sacred space”. This safe space can allow the therapist to work with couples in breaking down walls that may have kept them trapped in overwhelming situations, and aid them in developing deeper connections.
I work with couples, individuals and families. Through the process of therapy, you can develop new ways of dealing with conflicts, communication difficulties, grief and loss, and many other daily concerns. In a non-judgmental and supportive environment, you can make positive changes for a stronger today and future. I believe that addressing the relationship between couples may require a “sacred space”. This safe space can allow the therapist to work with couples in breaking down walls that may have kept them trapped in overwhelming situations, and aid them in developing deeper connections.
Amanda J Zannetti
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
What is standing in the way of you and your inner peace? Peace is difficult to obtain when your mind is too loud. Perhaps your self care has been on the back burner and you've managed thus far but there has always been something amiss. It's time for change. Change is how we grow, how we thrive. Therapy is not cookie cutter, it grows and changes just like people do. Being a human is hard, and we all need support from time to time. Therapy is not about what is "wrong" or fixing what is "bad." Its about learning to live life on life terms, understanding your whole self and all of your parts in order to truly live and thrive.
What is standing in the way of you and your inner peace? Peace is difficult to obtain when your mind is too loud. Perhaps your self care has been on the back burner and you've managed thus far but there has always been something amiss. It's time for change. Change is how we grow, how we thrive. Therapy is not cookie cutter, it grows and changes just like people do. Being a human is hard, and we all need support from time to time. Therapy is not about what is "wrong" or fixing what is "bad." Its about learning to live life on life terms, understanding your whole self and all of your parts in order to truly live and thrive.
Anggie Kentish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01020
I currently have flexible evening openings! I know life can be really tough sometimes, can't it? Whether you're dealing with old wounds, relationship problems, money worries, or just trying to figure out what's next, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might be battling depression, anxiety, or feeling lost and alone. That's a lot to handle, but you don't have to do it all by yourself. I've been working with adults and families from all walks of life for over 20 years now, and I get it.
I currently have flexible evening openings! I know life can be really tough sometimes, can't it? Whether you're dealing with old wounds, relationship problems, money worries, or just trying to figure out what's next, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might be battling depression, anxiety, or feeling lost and alone. That's a lot to handle, but you don't have to do it all by yourself. I've been working with adults and families from all walks of life for over 20 years now, and I get it.
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Self Reflections Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01104 (Online Only)
I have worked with clientele from all different backgrounds, cultures, and ages in spectrums such as domestic violence victims/survivors, sexual assault, homicide, substance abuse, and integrating those who have been incarcerated back into the community for over 6 years.
Sometimes we all need a little encouragement, guidance, validation, motivation, and a safe space to voice our concerns, feelings, thoughts, ideas, and questions. I am willing to be that person for you! I am Valerie Barrett- Noel, a licensed independent social worker in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Florida. I graduated with my master's in social work from Fordham University. I completed my undergrad in criminal justice investigative services at the University of New Haven with concentrations in fire science and victim services.
I have worked with clientele from all different backgrounds, cultures, and ages in spectrums such as domestic violence victims/survivors, sexual assault, homicide, substance abuse, and integrating those who have been incarcerated back into the community for over 6 years.
Sometimes we all need a little encouragement, guidance, validation, motivation, and a safe space to voice our concerns, feelings, thoughts, ideas, and questions. I am willing to be that person for you! I am Valerie Barrett- Noel, a licensed independent social worker in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Florida. I graduated with my master's in social work from Fordham University. I completed my undergrad in criminal justice investigative services at the University of New Haven with concentrations in fire science and victim services.
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.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.
Shannon Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
ATTN: I am part of Lorenzi Health, LLC. Intake coordinators will contact and schedule new clients. So often we are faced with stressful and overwhelming situations that leave us feeling disempowered, drained, and at times even hopeless. In today’s world so many people struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, and life’s uncertainties. We all need an outlet “a release” someone we can turn to when we’re feeling the weight of the world on our shoulders. Someone we can trust and confide in without feeling judged or shamed.
ATTN: I am part of Lorenzi Health, LLC. Intake coordinators will contact and schedule new clients. So often we are faced with stressful and overwhelming situations that leave us feeling disempowered, drained, and at times even hopeless. In today’s world so many people struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, and life’s uncertainties. We all need an outlet “a release” someone we can turn to when we’re feeling the weight of the world on our shoulders. Someone we can trust and confide in without feeling judged or shamed.
Jeremy 'jota' Weeks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Springfield, MA 01089 (Online Only)
Jeremy’s approach is warm, direct, practical, and transformative. He will work collaboratively with you to identify and focus on the heart of the matter. As a Family Systems Therapist, experienced in working with both individuals and families, he is passionate about identifying patterns and cycles that may be preventing you from cultivating connections and rewriting your narrative to reach your transformative goals.
Jeremy’s approach is warm, direct, practical, and transformative. He will work collaboratively with you to identify and focus on the heart of the matter. As a Family Systems Therapist, experienced in working with both individuals and families, he is passionate about identifying patterns and cycles that may be preventing you from cultivating connections and rewriting your narrative to reach your transformative goals.
Catalpa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01104 (Online Only)
Have you tried the standard, run-of-the-mill talk therapy before and found that it didn't quite get you as far as you were hoping? Or, have you been nervous about trying therapy and having to figure out what to say and how to say it? Perhaps, then, it's time to try something a little less traditional!
Have you tried the standard, run-of-the-mill talk therapy before and found that it didn't quite get you as far as you were hoping? Or, have you been nervous about trying therapy and having to figure out what to say and how to say it? Perhaps, then, it's time to try something a little less traditional!
I feel my ideal client is one who is self-motivated in wanting to uncover what hides beneath their unresolved traumas, fears, and old survival modes.
I feel my ideal client is one who is self-motivated in wanting to uncover what hides beneath their unresolved traumas, fears, and old survival modes.
Jean Clarke-Mitchell, PhD, Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01104
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for choosing my profile. I am a multicultural, multiethnic, psychotherapist practicing Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, and other forms of evidence-based therapy. My main focus is your care. I can provide you with compassionate and effective care, which will help to increase your sense of trust and safety. You will receive the benefits of my years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addictions in an environment that fosters motivation and progress. I love working with all types of people and I look forward to assisting you in your journey to well-being, good health, and contentment in life.
Thank you for choosing my profile. I am a multicultural, multiethnic, psychotherapist practicing Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, and other forms of evidence-based therapy. My main focus is your care. I can provide you with compassionate and effective care, which will help to increase your sense of trust and safety. You will receive the benefits of my years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and addictions in an environment that fosters motivation and progress. I love working with all types of people and I look forward to assisting you in your journey to well-being, good health, and contentment in life.
I have immediate openings and am taking new clients! Struggling with mental health challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I am a highly experienced mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience specializing in trauma, family and couples therapy, men's issues, anger and mood disorders, and anxiety. My early career involved treating trauma, as well as providing intensive family therapy and addiction counseling. With my expertise, I can help you overcome any obstacle.
I have immediate openings and am taking new clients! Struggling with mental health challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I am a highly experienced mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience specializing in trauma, family and couples therapy, men's issues, anger and mood disorders, and anxiety. My early career involved treating trauma, as well as providing intensive family therapy and addiction counseling. With my expertise, I can help you overcome any obstacle.
The ideal client would finally be open to change and hope to have better interpersonal relationships. This can be a client who struggles with their anxiety, possibly has poor attachment styles, and struggles with holding meaningful relationships (romantic, platonic, familial). Their goals would be identifying healthy boundaries and healthy responses, increasing effective communication skills, and identifying past relationships/present relationships in order to identify patterns/habits.
The ideal client would finally be open to change and hope to have better interpersonal relationships. This can be a client who struggles with their anxiety, possibly has poor attachment styles, and struggles with holding meaningful relationships (romantic, platonic, familial). Their goals would be identifying healthy boundaries and healthy responses, increasing effective communication skills, and identifying past relationships/present relationships in order to identify patterns/habits.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.