Therapists in Longmeadow, MA

Currently NOT accepting new clients. I am a licensed independent therapist in Massachusetts currently accepting Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Optum insurance. I aim to allow each person to find their strengths and develop healthy coping skills to establish a positive mindset. I have worked with and helped many cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, and many other areas of mental health.

I am so glad to help you with your healing journey. I have worked with most populations, and my specialties are working with people who have PTSD, dementia/Alzheimer's, anxiety, depression and family/relationship issues, and I am a divorce mediator. I am an authorized Oasis trainer, so mindfulness is an important part of my practice, as it soothes us mentally and physically.

If you are struggling with fears, worries or overwhelming emotions I might be the therapist that can help you. If past or current traumas are creating roadblocks for you, then we can begin to dismantle them and process your feelings and thoughts. By looking into ourselves, relationships and environments we gain knowledge into who we are.

Connection. The relationship between you and I is what will drive the therapeutic process. With over a decade of experience working in health care and education, I take on a pragmatic and supportive approach in collaborating with my clients. My goal is to become a part of your team and help you succeed in managing the complexities of the medical environment.

Feeling like your life doesn't quite fit? Whether you're considering a career shift, experiencing relationship changes, or simply exploring new directions, these transitions can be exciting opportunities for growth. If you're ready to align your path with your true values and aspirations, I'm here to support and guide you. With my background in human resources and expertise in life transitions, I offer a unique perspective on work-life harmony, career evolution, and workplace well-being. In our sessions, we'll explore what truly matters to you, free from external pressures.

Welcome! My passion is working with children and teens. I provide a fun, welcoming, and safe space where children and teens can get the support and help they need.

Accepting New Clients In Office ages 8-17 for individual therapy. We plan to provide a safe, warm, accepting environment where your preteen/teen will feel comfortable enough to share thoughts and feelings. We believe therapy is a collaborative process where our therapists work with their clients to find their strengths and help them to move forward in a Positive Direction. Our approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, motivational therapy, person center and strength-based therapy. We want to help your teen set and achieve their goals.

Life often gives unexpected challenges. I am here to provide the safe space and encouragement to process how your past experiences impact your present and to support you in finding solutions, healthy development, and emotional growth.

As your therapist I’m committed to providing a safe, warm, respectful, trusting and compassionate environment in which healing and personal growth can begin. We are each on a unique journey and I would like to help you navigate the path you are on, and make space for the range of emotions we all experience as humans. Together we will explore what works best for you at this stage in your life. I believe each person has the capacity to heal themselves and I see my role as supporting and empowering you to discover your own inner strengths and strategies to decrease distress and increase wellbeing.

Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.

I am currently accepting new patients. I believe that asking for help can be difficult and that coming to therapy is not always an easy thing to do. I try to always keep this in mind and to meet people where they are at. I work within a collaborative framework to help each person(s) connect to their own strengths and to use these strengths to begin building healthy change in their lives. Therapy is a way to gain better insight into your feelings, thoughts, and experiences. Please call or email for a session. Thank you.

Hello and welcome! I'm glad that you're here. I'm Cristen, and I'd like to introduce myself as a compassionate Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. With over a decade of experience in providing psychotherapy to children and their families who are considered at-risk with a history of trauma, mental health diagnoses, and/or social services involvement.

We are committed to providing affirming, trauma informed care within a therapeutic environment that supports the development of a strong therapeutic relationship. The safety and strength clients draw from that solid dynamic allows them the freedom to examine and embrace their most authentic self. We strive to empower you to be an active participant in your healing process and discover growth edges to develop more adaptive and effective coping mechanisms for life stressors. We facilitate symptom relief that enables you to form healthier relationships with yourself and others.

Many find themselves at a point where outside support is necessary to navigate life's challenges. Clients seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some may come to therapy to deal with a specific struggle, such as depression or anxiety, while others initiate therapy during a difficult life transition. Even positive transitions, such as entering a new relationship or starting a new job, can be stressful. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process in which we address these challenges in a safe environment by processing events from the past, exploring current patterns of thinking and behavior, and creating plans for change in the future.

In my practice at Blue Nest Counseling Services I have worked with young people and young adults up against some heavy challenges. Most people I have heard from describe themselves as self-aware and wanting to work on themselves. As I help them dive deeper into what they want from life, I use my skills to detangle what they think, feel, believe. This helps people catapult into the lives they want to build for themselves. I use a gentle but direct approach to bring awareness into what may be obstacles to freedom, and even help draft clear and effective therapy goals to bring a peaceful life into existence. I hope to meet you soon!

Pursuing therapy is an admirable step; it takes a lot of courage and energy. As such, I approach therapy with a respectful, accepting attitude. Whether working with an individual or entire family, I operate from the notion that everyone is doing their best, given their circumstances. I assume an active role in therapy: I quickly engage, listen deeply and reflect back. I will ask clarifying questions and offer interpretations.

I'm excited to announce I've transitioned 75% of my work to serve as the Clinical Director of The Center for Healing Journeys (wneketamine.com), the first Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) clinic in western New England. KAP is a powerful effective new treatment using the only legal, by-prescription psychedelic. 20 years of research has proven ketamine to be safe in the clinic, and brings robust recovery from neuro-rigidified disorders such as intractable Depression, OCD, PTSD, Suicidal Ideation, and ruminative anxiety disorder: 70-80% success with most disorders and 85%+ combined with therapy. Clinic website: wneketamine.com

Constant anxiety and exhaustion, right? And can we talk about the off-brand crankiness you feel so guilty about? I know you wish you weren’t, but you’re sensitive. Your superpower? You can tell with stunning accuracy what anyone around you is feeling and make sense of what would make the situation better. This makes you great in a crisis and a deft caregiver (and you have given a lot of care). But you can’t turn it off, so you struggle to know what your own needs and boundaries are, let alone meet them. I am neurodivergent with a history of complex trauma. I understand from the inside and I can help you make sense of yourself, too.

I know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. I also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. My style is warm, collaborative and engaging. I compassionately promote therapeutic healing, growth & change. I work with adolescents (16 and older) and adults who need support in addressing trauma, along with depression, anxiety, and/or substance use.