Couples Counseling Therapists in Millbury, MA
Every day, we must fit into many different roles no matter who we are and these roles include employee, parent, child, student, partner, etc.
Do you ever feel like all you can do is throw your arms up in the air? Do you just want to feel like a whole person again? Whether it is work, school, finances, relationships, children or some other source of stress, an excellent way to get back on confident feet is to work with a skilled clinician such as myself. Therapy can help build coping skills to manage life challenges, gain skills to redirect misguided or distorted thoughts and process emotions in order to have a better understanding of personal needs and how to meet them.
Every day, we must fit into many different roles no matter who we are and these roles include employee, parent, child, student, partner, etc.
Do you ever feel like all you can do is throw your arms up in the air? Do you just want to feel like a whole person again? Whether it is work, school, finances, relationships, children or some other source of stress, an excellent way to get back on confident feet is to work with a skilled clinician such as myself. Therapy can help build coping skills to manage life challenges, gain skills to redirect misguided or distorted thoughts and process emotions in order to have a better understanding of personal needs and how to meet them.
Julie Orozco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Millbury, MA 01527 (Online Only)
Now accepting clients in Massachusetts and Connecticut for telehealth only. I work with adults (individuals and couples) seeking to work through emotional wounds that are effecting your relationships with others. I work with all relationship types, including queer relationships and LGBTQ+ individuals. The therapy I provide is active and engaging! When you work with me be prepared to "do the work." I believe healing is possible and I believe healthy relationships are achievable.
Now accepting clients in Massachusetts and Connecticut for telehealth only. I work with adults (individuals and couples) seeking to work through emotional wounds that are effecting your relationships with others. I work with all relationship types, including queer relationships and LGBTQ+ individuals. The therapy I provide is active and engaging! When you work with me be prepared to "do the work." I believe healing is possible and I believe healthy relationships are achievable.
The decision to seek counseling is a decision to make change happen in your life! While the idea of counseling can be frightening to a person, the process of counseling is often rewarding and quite meaningful. Whether you are struggling with decisions that need to be made, or a personal behavior you wish to change, or a view on your life circumstances that would benefit from an adjustment, counseling can be helpful and can assist you in changing the path of your life to a more rewarding and joyful one.
The decision to seek counseling is a decision to make change happen in your life! While the idea of counseling can be frightening to a person, the process of counseling is often rewarding and quite meaningful. Whether you are struggling with decisions that need to be made, or a personal behavior you wish to change, or a view on your life circumstances that would benefit from an adjustment, counseling can be helpful and can assist you in changing the path of your life to a more rewarding and joyful one.
It has amazed me how strong individuals truly are and brave for sharing some of their experiences with me in hopes of becoming a better version of themselves. There in no circumstance too small or too great that one can not overcome to have a better quality of life that they deserve. No one has all the answers or the best therapy approaches it's about trusting in the process and yourself. If your willing to try , we are willing to listen.
It has amazed me how strong individuals truly are and brave for sharing some of their experiences with me in hopes of becoming a better version of themselves. There in no circumstance too small or too great that one can not overcome to have a better quality of life that they deserve. No one has all the answers or the best therapy approaches it's about trusting in the process and yourself. If your willing to try , we are willing to listen.
I work with any age level, from 4 years old, with or without parents, and adults. I work from a heart-centered, client-focused approach. My background is in dance/movement therapy, focusing, and body-oriented psychotherapies. I have years of experience working with young children with emotional and behavioral issues, their families, and adult individuals.
I work with any age level, from 4 years old, with or without parents, and adults. I work from a heart-centered, client-focused approach. My background is in dance/movement therapy, focusing, and body-oriented psychotherapies. I have years of experience working with young children with emotional and behavioral issues, their families, and adult individuals.
Stephanie Stilla-Petrie
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Millbury, MA 01527
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to foster a trusting relationship between myself and the client to encourage understanding, growth, change, and success.
Everyday living is not without stressors. How we react to events or interact in relationships can be a struggle as well as puzzling. Why do we feel the way we do? Why do we continue to make the same mistakes over and over again? How can our perceptions be so different from others? How do early experiences impact our perceptions, feelings, and behaviors? I provide a safe, comforting environment for you to explore and reflect on your past and recent experiences, feelings, and relationships. My approach is to facilitate change based on your expressed needs and goals.
My goal is to foster a trusting relationship between myself and the client to encourage understanding, growth, change, and success.
Everyday living is not without stressors. How we react to events or interact in relationships can be a struggle as well as puzzling. Why do we feel the way we do? Why do we continue to make the same mistakes over and over again? How can our perceptions be so different from others? How do early experiences impact our perceptions, feelings, and behaviors? I provide a safe, comforting environment for you to explore and reflect on your past and recent experiences, feelings, and relationships. My approach is to facilitate change based on your expressed needs and goals.
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Using evidence-based techniques, I help clients address anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, uncover root causes of distress, and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
My ideal clients are men grappling with issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, or problematic sexual behaviors like compulsive porn use. They may feel overwhelmed by societal expectations, struggling to express his emotions or maintain healthy relationships. Their goals are to gain emotional insight, improve coping mechanisms, and foster healthier relationships. They seek to reclaim control over their life, break unhealthy patterns, and build resilience, driven by a desire for well-being and fulfillment.
Using evidence-based techniques, I help clients address anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, uncover root causes of distress, and develop practical strategies for lasting change.
My ideal clients are men grappling with issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, or problematic sexual behaviors like compulsive porn use. They may feel overwhelmed by societal expectations, struggling to express his emotions or maintain healthy relationships. Their goals are to gain emotional insight, improve coping mechanisms, and foster healthier relationships. They seek to reclaim control over their life, break unhealthy patterns, and build resilience, driven by a desire for well-being and fulfillment.
Christina Atanasova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601
I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples in multi-cultural relationships.
Currently accepting new clients and telehealth only. I work with individuals and couples. My therapeutic approach is individualized for each client based on individual needs and goals- it ranges from insight based- psychodynamic to teaching concrete skills to support yourself and make change. I utilize a variety of different therapeutic modalities including EFT (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), motivational interviewing, strengths-based, solution-focused, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and mindfulness.
I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples in multi-cultural relationships.
Currently accepting new clients and telehealth only. I work with individuals and couples. My therapeutic approach is individualized for each client based on individual needs and goals- it ranges from insight based- psychodynamic to teaching concrete skills to support yourself and make change. I utilize a variety of different therapeutic modalities including EFT (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), motivational interviewing, strengths-based, solution-focused, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and mindfulness.
Jennifer Bernard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Holden, MA 01520 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Jenn has also been working with couples and adults in a local clinic and via teleHealth.
Life is hard but we can stay strong with support! It takes courage to reach out to a therapist to help you with your life journey. Jenn believes everyone is unique and so there is no “cookie cutter” approach. Her person-centered style allows the client to establish goals and then together work as a “team” to attain growth. There is a wide array of adjustments in life such as leaving home, divorce, parenting, job unhappiness, marital strife, mid-life change, trauma, grief, and aging. Feeling a supportive presence through it all is key!
Jenn has also been working with couples and adults in a local clinic and via teleHealth.
Life is hard but we can stay strong with support! It takes courage to reach out to a therapist to help you with your life journey. Jenn believes everyone is unique and so there is no “cookie cutter” approach. Her person-centered style allows the client to establish goals and then together work as a “team” to attain growth. There is a wide array of adjustments in life such as leaving home, divorce, parenting, job unhappiness, marital strife, mid-life change, trauma, grief, and aging. Feeling a supportive presence through it all is key!
Florina L Apolinar Claudio
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
Are you finding yourself in unproductive patterns within your life or within your relationship? Are struggling to maintain your boundaries? I find that unhealed wounds and negative thought processes can keep people stuck. This may prevent you from being able to engage in ways you would prefer. With guidance, clients create a solid foundation for themselves enabling them to function from a place that promotes personal growth and healthier relationships.
Are you finding yourself in unproductive patterns within your life or within your relationship? Are struggling to maintain your boundaries? I find that unhealed wounds and negative thought processes can keep people stuck. This may prevent you from being able to engage in ways you would prefer. With guidance, clients create a solid foundation for themselves enabling them to function from a place that promotes personal growth and healthier relationships.
Zach Rotfus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01601 (Online Only)
The therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy! Connecting with a new therapist can be a difficult process in the best of times, doubly hard during COVID while we do everything virtually.
My orientation is focused on seeing an individual within the context of their family, their work, their community. I will be a compassionate listener. But therapy requires more than compassionate listening. To have effective therapy is to be challenged in the way we think, feel, and live. My clinical style is to find solutions while staying rooted in compassion and understanding. I specialize in working with college-age individuals and young professionals.
The therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy! Connecting with a new therapist can be a difficult process in the best of times, doubly hard during COVID while we do everything virtually.
My orientation is focused on seeing an individual within the context of their family, their work, their community. I will be a compassionate listener. But therapy requires more than compassionate listening. To have effective therapy is to be challenged in the way we think, feel, and live. My clinical style is to find solutions while staying rooted in compassion and understanding. I specialize in working with college-age individuals and young professionals.
Serenity Coaching and Counseling, LLC -
Counselor, LMHC, LICSW, LADAC, CADAC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
We use a variety of therapeutic strategies and techniques such as CBT, DBT, BCT, CPT, System Dynamics, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Relationship Skill Building, Relapse Prevention, Adjustment Issues, Family Issues, and Grief Work.
We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.
We use a variety of therapeutic strategies and techniques such as CBT, DBT, BCT, CPT, System Dynamics, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Relationship Skill Building, Relapse Prevention, Adjustment Issues, Family Issues, and Grief Work.
We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.
Holly Little Van Straaten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601
Daytime Openings Only (waitlist for evening appointments). You deserve compassion and respect. As your therapist, our work together starts by forming trust and developing a relationship centered on understanding YOU and the change you hope to invite into your life. It is my belief that healing begins through honest self-reflection, more skillful communication, and learning to align our behavior with our personal values. If you are seeking support along this path, I welcome the opportunity to join you.
Daytime Openings Only (waitlist for evening appointments). You deserve compassion and respect. As your therapist, our work together starts by forming trust and developing a relationship centered on understanding YOU and the change you hope to invite into your life. It is my belief that healing begins through honest self-reflection, more skillful communication, and learning to align our behavior with our personal values. If you are seeking support along this path, I welcome the opportunity to join you.
We believe that unconditional positive regard and trust is the foundation of a healing relationship.
Hello! Kimina Counseling is a small group practice, serving adolescents and adults in Central Massachusetts. We understand that reaching out for support can be intimidating, and want to help make this process a comfortable one. Exploring your options for therapy is the first step of your healing journey, and we are ready and committed to going on that path with you. We believe that all individuals are doing the best they can with the skills they have in any given moment and our relational approach emphasizes genuine connection between our therapists and the clients we serve.
We believe that unconditional positive regard and trust is the foundation of a healing relationship.
Hello! Kimina Counseling is a small group practice, serving adolescents and adults in Central Massachusetts. We understand that reaching out for support can be intimidating, and want to help make this process a comfortable one. Exploring your options for therapy is the first step of your healing journey, and we are ready and committed to going on that path with you. We believe that all individuals are doing the best they can with the skills they have in any given moment and our relational approach emphasizes genuine connection between our therapists and the clients we serve.
Thirty years' experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults from every walk of life. Using a holistic approach to counseling involving mind, body, and spirit to help and support clients through their journey into recovery. Client-centered, bilingual and bi-cultural. Professional background on family and individual therapy, alcohol and substance abuse, trauma recovery, dual diagnosis, cultural transition, intimate partner violence, and pastoral counseling.
Thirty years' experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults from every walk of life. Using a holistic approach to counseling involving mind, body, and spirit to help and support clients through their journey into recovery. Client-centered, bilingual and bi-cultural. Professional background on family and individual therapy, alcohol and substance abuse, trauma recovery, dual diagnosis, cultural transition, intimate partner violence, and pastoral counseling.
Jess believes that a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation to a healthy and successful therapy process.
Jess has a primary focus of working with adult clients managing trauma, chronic health issues, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and low self-esteem. Jess uses a collaborative approach, supporting the client with empathy, validation and encouragement to work toward their individual goals. Jess uses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy. Jess previously served in the Marine Corps, providing her with invaluable experience and insight to work with veterans and first responders.
Jess believes that a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation to a healthy and successful therapy process.
Jess has a primary focus of working with adult clients managing trauma, chronic health issues, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and low self-esteem. Jess uses a collaborative approach, supporting the client with empathy, validation and encouragement to work toward their individual goals. Jess uses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy. Jess previously served in the Marine Corps, providing her with invaluable experience and insight to work with veterans and first responders.
Sexual Health and Healing LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LADC-I, CSCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601 (Online Only)
We offer individual, group, and couples therapy.
We offer a sex positive approach to helping people with many sexual and relationship issues. We provide services for those with sexual dysfunction (problems with desire, arousal, orgasm, pain) and sexual compulsivity/infidelity. We utilize a trauma lens and support the relationship structure it may exist in. We support issues related desire, arousal, and orgasm. We help couples with desire discrepancies. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to offer guidance and education. They are kind, compassionate, empathic, and use humor to build a connection with you so they can walk beside you on your path.
We offer individual, group, and couples therapy.
We offer a sex positive approach to helping people with many sexual and relationship issues. We provide services for those with sexual dysfunction (problems with desire, arousal, orgasm, pain) and sexual compulsivity/infidelity. We utilize a trauma lens and support the relationship structure it may exist in. We support issues related desire, arousal, and orgasm. We help couples with desire discrepancies. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to offer guidance and education. They are kind, compassionate, empathic, and use humor to build a connection with you so they can walk beside you on your path.
Victoria Flynn-Sankaran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (Online Only)
Increased communication with couples is my favorite part of this work.
I created Upswing Counseling Services because time and time again I hear people feel that they are invalided in health care settings. I want clients to understand that they will drive services and their treatment.
Increased communication with couples is my favorite part of this work.
I created Upswing Counseling Services because time and time again I hear people feel that they are invalided in health care settings. I want clients to understand that they will drive services and their treatment.
Rowen Beaudoin-Colegrove
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605 (Online Only)
Currently I provide individual, intimate partner, and family therapy.
I am a queer and transmasculine identified family therapist licensed in MA. I am most passionate about family systems work, having trained at the University of Massachusetts in marriage and family therapy. I support people best when approaching treatment through the lens of the systems they are a part of. I believe that people do not exist in a bubble. The interactions that we have with others influence the ways we move through the world. I work with people on understanding these interactions in unique ways to better serve their futures.
Currently I provide individual, intimate partner, and family therapy.
I am a queer and transmasculine identified family therapist licensed in MA. I am most passionate about family systems work, having trained at the University of Massachusetts in marriage and family therapy. I support people best when approaching treatment through the lens of the systems they are a part of. I believe that people do not exist in a bubble. The interactions that we have with others influence the ways we move through the world. I work with people on understanding these interactions in unique ways to better serve their futures.
Are you finding life hard to cope with and you need to work through your concerns in a safe and empathetic environment. I can provide that and more. My name is Jenn and I have been in the social work field for 28 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in helping clients coping with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, parental challenges and grief. The ideal client is coming to therapy motivated to work through their concerns, hear a different perspective and develop strategies to overcome these challenges.
Are you finding life hard to cope with and you need to work through your concerns in a safe and empathetic environment. I can provide that and more. My name is Jenn and I have been in the social work field for 28 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in helping clients coping with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, parental challenges and grief. The ideal client is coming to therapy motivated to work through their concerns, hear a different perspective and develop strategies to overcome these challenges.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.