Emotionally Focused Therapists in Ludlow, MA
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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.
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.
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Clients who choose to work with me can expect an experience that is human-centered and relationally focused. Throughout our sessions, I will prioritize your unique journey and the dynamics of your personal connections. You can anticipate gaining a profound self-awareness, understanding of your values, and enhanced relational skills. My goal is to empower you with tools for improved communication and emotional regulation, to support your journey towards a more fulfilling and empowered self. Book with me today by clicking on my website!
Clients who choose to work with me can expect an experience that is human-centered and relationally focused. Throughout our sessions, I will prioritize your unique journey and the dynamics of your personal connections. You can anticipate gaining a profound self-awareness, understanding of your values, and enhanced relational skills. My goal is to empower you with tools for improved communication and emotional regulation, to support your journey towards a more fulfilling and empowered self. Book with me today by clicking on my website!
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Angela M Peterson
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, LADC, I
Verified Verified
Ludlow, MA 01056 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a successful life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve current challenges. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you!
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a successful life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve current challenges. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you!
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Maria Maloney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Ludlow, MA 01056
Not accepting new clients
Thank you for taking the time to consider me as you search for a therapist to help you or your family. I have been a Clinical Social Worker providing therapy for the past 26 years to children, families and adults in all phases of life. My specialties include Child and Family treatment, and working with adults dealing with Depression and Anxiety, as well as PTSD.
Thank you for taking the time to consider me as you search for a therapist to help you or your family. I have been a Clinical Social Worker providing therapy for the past 26 years to children, families and adults in all phases of life. My specialties include Child and Family treatment, and working with adults dealing with Depression and Anxiety, as well as PTSD.
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I believe in the human ability to heal, to change, to transfer her/himself. My job is to facilitate that transformation; and to allow the client to become the version of themselves they want to be. By providing a judgment free zone and space to heal, I teach clients skills such as emotional freedom therapy (EFT), mindfulness, acceptance, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and help them into the path to restore autonomy, ability, values and hope.
I believe in the human ability to heal, to change, to transfer her/himself. My job is to facilitate that transformation; and to allow the client to become the version of themselves they want to be. By providing a judgment free zone and space to heal, I teach clients skills such as emotional freedom therapy (EFT), mindfulness, acceptance, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and help them into the path to restore autonomy, ability, values and hope.
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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.
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The approaches I utilize include family systems, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, humanistic, inner child healing, grief counseling, Gestalt, and creative expression.
I am accepting new clients. I am a licensed mental health counselor with 28 years of clinical experience. I help individual adults address depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, communication difficulties, grief and loss, life changes, stress, and spirituality. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered. I enjoy supporting each client's process of growth and I believe in the capability of each client to change and evolve. I do not treat eating disorders, sexual difficulties, or addictions (alcohol, substances, food, pornography, internet gaming, spending, gambling, etc.).
The approaches I utilize include family systems, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, humanistic, inner child healing, grief counseling, Gestalt, and creative expression.
I am accepting new clients. I am a licensed mental health counselor with 28 years of clinical experience. I help individual adults address depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, communication difficulties, grief and loss, life changes, stress, and spirituality. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered. I enjoy supporting each client's process of growth and I believe in the capability of each client to change and evolve. I do not treat eating disorders, sexual difficulties, or addictions (alcohol, substances, food, pornography, internet gaming, spending, gambling, etc.).
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My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy can help you learn healthy relationship skills, build emotional intelligence, grow confidence, heal, and feel good in your own skin.
You’re good at so many things, but you struggle in relationships, with confidence in who you are, or managing grief. Therapy will help you tap into your natural ability for deep connection, inner strength, and healing. Perhaps in Relationships- you struggle with communication, boundaries, or you keep getting stuck in the same patterns? In Identity- you know your worth, but have trouble with your self-esteem? In Grief- you get overwhelmed, and don’t know where to start to feel better? You're ready to master relationships, heal, and be unapologetically yourself.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy can help you learn healthy relationship skills, build emotional intelligence, grow confidence, heal, and feel good in your own skin.
You’re good at so many things, but you struggle in relationships, with confidence in who you are, or managing grief. Therapy will help you tap into your natural ability for deep connection, inner strength, and healing. Perhaps in Relationships- you struggle with communication, boundaries, or you keep getting stuck in the same patterns? In Identity- you know your worth, but have trouble with your self-esteem? In Grief- you get overwhelmed, and don’t know where to start to feel better? You're ready to master relationships, heal, and be unapologetically yourself.
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I also work with couples and families from an Emotionally Focused Model.
Accepting new clients. My passion is assisting clients to understand the role they have been living that is no longer serving them while simultaneously discovering their truest self. Often my clients come in feeling depressed, anxious and confused living a life that they are not even sure how they landed in. I thrive on guiding my clients back to their core self and co-creating with them their very best life. I specialize in working with women of all ages and backgrounds.
I also work with couples and families from an Emotionally Focused Model.
Accepting new clients. My passion is assisting clients to understand the role they have been living that is no longer serving them while simultaneously discovering their truest self. Often my clients come in feeling depressed, anxious and confused living a life that they are not even sure how they landed in. I thrive on guiding my clients back to their core self and co-creating with them their very best life. I specialize in working with women of all ages and backgrounds.
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Bruce Paul Pajot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01109
Couples Specialization: expert in state-of-the art couples therapy; participation in several federally funded research projects focused on couples relationship improvement; specialist in the most respected couples counseling methodologies including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Therapy and PREP.
I am passionate about helping people achieve joyful and fulfilled lives. I work with adults, couples, and families regarding various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and relational struggles. I use an eclectic mixture of therapies including Cognitive Behavioral, Psycho-dynamic, and various relational therapies. Over many years, my work has included over 1000 clients (both individuals and couples) with a multitude of psychological issues. I have also led weekly couples relationship workshops as well as periodic communication seminars around the country. (Married with two adult daughters and five grandchildren).
Couples Specialization: expert in state-of-the art couples therapy; participation in several federally funded research projects focused on couples relationship improvement; specialist in the most respected couples counseling methodologies including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Therapy and PREP.
I am passionate about helping people achieve joyful and fulfilled lives. I work with adults, couples, and families regarding various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and relational struggles. I use an eclectic mixture of therapies including Cognitive Behavioral, Psycho-dynamic, and various relational therapies. Over many years, my work has included over 1000 clients (both individuals and couples) with a multitude of psychological issues. I have also led weekly couples relationship workshops as well as periodic communication seminars around the country. (Married with two adult daughters and five grandchildren).
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Nardine Staroverov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01106
EFT is a research-proven approach that is effective with 70-75% of couples.
Hello, my name is Nardine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples/marriage therapy and infidelity recovery. Many couples who contact me are experiencing communication issues and lack of emotional connection that has lead to resentment. They often say that they are tired from trying to get their partner to listen and validate their feelings. Others contact me because of the discovery of an affair. If this sounds like you, I can help. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental space for you and your partner. The first step is to rebuild trust by using proven researched-based strategies.
EFT is a research-proven approach that is effective with 70-75% of couples.
Hello, my name is Nardine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples/marriage therapy and infidelity recovery. Many couples who contact me are experiencing communication issues and lack of emotional connection that has lead to resentment. They often say that they are tired from trying to get their partner to listen and validate their feelings. Others contact me because of the discovery of an affair. If this sounds like you, I can help. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental space for you and your partner. The first step is to rebuild trust by using proven researched-based strategies.
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Henry Anne Velysia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01109
My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.
My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.
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I enjoy working with others struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, confidence, spirituality, relationship issues, and self-worth. I often find myself working with those who are learning how to honor their intuition and develop their true and higher selves. I also enjoy working with clients who are open to alternative therapies. I am a heart-centered and strengths-based therapist who meets clients where they are in life and strives to provide a nurturing environment to allow my clients to grow into the best versions of themselves.
I enjoy working with others struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, confidence, spirituality, relationship issues, and self-worth. I often find myself working with those who are learning how to honor their intuition and develop their true and higher selves. I also enjoy working with clients who are open to alternative therapies. I am a heart-centered and strengths-based therapist who meets clients where they are in life and strives to provide a nurturing environment to allow my clients to grow into the best versions of themselves.
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Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
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Sarah J Kaye
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Longmeadow, MA 01106 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The best way to support healing and transformation is to combine a mind-body approach with psychotherapy. I include expressive therapies, relaxation training and mind-body awareness in my practice. This is suited to clients of all ages with anxieties, stress, blocked emotions and body image problems. I also offer dance movement therapy separately for therapy, training and presentations.
The best way to support healing and transformation is to combine a mind-body approach with psychotherapy. I include expressive therapies, relaxation training and mind-body awareness in my practice. This is suited to clients of all ages with anxieties, stress, blocked emotions and body image problems. I also offer dance movement therapy separately for therapy, training and presentations.
I understand that people seek out therapy often times looking for solutions to issues impacting their daily lives. My therapeutic approach is nurturing, interactive, strength-based and solution-focused. Using empathy, compassion, humor, and an objective perspective, I collaborate with clients to develop an effective approach to their current life challenges as well as addressing long standing personal, familial, and relationship concerns. I work to assist clients in accessing their own unique strengths and resources to create an attainable, ongoing plan to reduce their stress and life struggles.
I understand that people seek out therapy often times looking for solutions to issues impacting their daily lives. My therapeutic approach is nurturing, interactive, strength-based and solution-focused. Using empathy, compassion, humor, and an objective perspective, I collaborate with clients to develop an effective approach to their current life challenges as well as addressing long standing personal, familial, and relationship concerns. I work to assist clients in accessing their own unique strengths and resources to create an attainable, ongoing plan to reduce their stress and life struggles.
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Hi. I'm Jennifer Clark-Harris. I am a Masters Level Marriage and Family Therapist/ Mental Health Clinician. In other words I am someone who has tools to help people create the changes they seek in their lives and their relationships. You don't have to walk the journey of life alone.
Hi. I'm Jennifer Clark-Harris. I am a Masters Level Marriage and Family Therapist/ Mental Health Clinician. In other words I am someone who has tools to help people create the changes they seek in their lives and their relationships. You don't have to walk the journey of life alone.
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Avery Klotsche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life transitions often lead us to feel overwhelmed. While people close to us may be supportive, we may not always feel able to share with them our doubts and discomfort. Whether we’re holding our own or a loved one's sexuality or gender identity; navigating changes in our primary relationships, or reflecting on adverse experiences, having a safe space to reflect and process is invaluable. My practice serves adult clients who have struggled with anxiety, live with trauma or grief, or who experience the world as members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community. My approach is conversational, strengths-based, and results-oriented.
Life transitions often lead us to feel overwhelmed. While people close to us may be supportive, we may not always feel able to share with them our doubts and discomfort. Whether we’re holding our own or a loved one's sexuality or gender identity; navigating changes in our primary relationships, or reflecting on adverse experiences, having a safe space to reflect and process is invaluable. My practice serves adult clients who have struggled with anxiety, live with trauma or grief, or who experience the world as members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community. My approach is conversational, strengths-based, and results-oriented.
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Lorrie OBrien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CT & MA, CEI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01108 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients. If you’re having trouble with addiction, depression, anxiety, or trauma, I may be able to help. I have extensive clinical experience supporting others so that they can achieve their life-goals. I provide a safe, compassionate, nonjudgemental space so that there is the greatest potential for positive change and growth. I can sit with your pain, your loss, and your grief. As we move forward, I hope to be able to witness your personal pain diminish and your hope for the future grow.
I am currently accepting new clients. If you’re having trouble with addiction, depression, anxiety, or trauma, I may be able to help. I have extensive clinical experience supporting others so that they can achieve their life-goals. I provide a safe, compassionate, nonjudgemental space so that there is the greatest potential for positive change and growth. I can sit with your pain, your loss, and your grief. As we move forward, I hope to be able to witness your personal pain diminish and your hope for the future grow.
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I am a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience in helping others move through difficulties. My work is shaped by the knowledge that we all have the capacity to grow and learn though our life experiences. I believe that sometimes our most difficult experiences can bring us our greatest life lessons. I work collaboratively with adults, 18 years and older, to build on strengths, develop new strategies and work to remove or reduce internal obstacles such as negative beliefs.
I am a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience in helping others move through difficulties. My work is shaped by the knowledge that we all have the capacity to grow and learn though our life experiences. I believe that sometimes our most difficult experiences can bring us our greatest life lessons. I work collaboratively with adults, 18 years and older, to build on strengths, develop new strategies and work to remove or reduce internal obstacles such as negative beliefs.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.