Family Therapy in North Andover, MA

My primary goal as a therapist is to help individuals, couples and families develop healthy relationships; being empowered in meeting their full potential. I’m a licensed mental health counselor, with over 10 years of experience as an outpatient therapist, along with five additional years related to the mental health field.

I enjoy working with couples, the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of color, children, families, those of various cultural backgrounds, those with anxiety and depression, and those navigating life stressors or geographic moves. I like working with clients who are ready to work authentically on stated goals.

I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.

Do you think you may have ADHD or Autism? Have you struggled to assert boundaries at work, with family, & partners? Have you felt curious about exploring different pronouns and gender identity? Do you feel bad that you have a disability and don't know how to tell your friends that you can't do certain activities? You may have goals to tell your friends your preferred pronouns. Goals to get a diagnosis for your disability & curious about medication, goals to reevaluate your relationship with cannabis/alcohol. You may feel shame & anger about your childhood & the way your parents handled your behavior.

My ideal client is a person who is seeking treatment and is aware of the reason why he/she/they want help. The person can be self-referred or referred by a provider, family, etc. The client is aware of their goals and objectives. The client is also okay with meeting weekly for 50 minutes and understands/agrees with the policies of the agency. The client is aware of and agrees with the limitations therapists have.

My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.

My ideal client is someone navigating life’s challenges, seeking support for issues like anxiety, depression, family conflicts, or crisis situations. They desire a safe space to explore their feelings and achieve personal growth. Their goals include finding effective solutions, improving relationships, and building resilience. They want this because they recognize the importance of mental health and want to live a more fulfilling life.

Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.

I enjoy working with clients of all ages. I have worked with children, families, adolescents and adults on issues of anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and a variety of other emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. I work from a systems focused perspective where treatment draws from client strengths, is solution-focused, and client centered. I believe in being supportive and empowering clients in their journey to improve. I enjoy using cognitive behavioral techniques to address concerns such as self-esteem, anxiety, depression and general life stressors.

Life can be challenging and difficult for anyone and for all ages. It can bring changes and stressors to all of us. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated. We all have the capacity to make things better, to be stronger, and to be supportive and appreciative of everyone close to us. The model of therapy I use gives my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and finally break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace.

I have worked in different settings within the community, working with all ages and diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, Autism, PTSD, mood disorders, and ADHD. I have experience with doing individual work as well as family therapeutic work. I believe in collaboratively working with my clients and establishing a strong therapeutic alliance. My goal is to support my clients through their journeys. If you are looking to learn more about yourself and how to better navigate through current and past issues, I am here to help.

My ideal client is someone who is willing to work with me and engage with me effectively. This includes open lines of communication and utilizing therapy times efficiently. I don't believe that progress can be rushed and have no interest in "fixing" anyone. However, I am always honest in my assessments, thoughts, and opinions with clients, and my hope is that my client will do the same. My ideal client is a client who is eager to talk and is open to feedback. My ideal client is also someone who is willing to work through set backs or challenges, together as a team.

Hi there, welcome to my page. It is wonderful to see you are taking the first step to identify a therapist. It's important to find the right fit. My style is casual, and client centered. My goal is to support you in feeling heard, safe and an equal part of the therapy process. My focus is to help individuals identify areas of difficulty, build on the strengths they already have, identify triggers and learn coping strategies to help ease symptoms that may be impacting day to day life. I believe in the importance of meeting people where they are, and providing non judgmental, open connections.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Art Therapist. Over the course of my career I have worked in a variety of settings which has helped me learn to adapt my methods to best suit each individual, couple or family I work with. I believe in meeting a client where they are while also challenging them to take positive steps toward change and growth. Be it a gentle nudge or a more assertive push I believe it helps create a shift for those I see.

I believe that therapy is an effective tool for promoting growth and fostering a greater sense of clarity and wellbeing. In addition to treating a broad range of issues, my specialty is helping people navigate difficult life transitions including but not limited to death/loss of a significant person in one's life, neonatal loss, separation and divorce and job related changes. I provide a safe, caring environment for clients to explore these areas utilizing a variety of modalities including individual, couples and family therapy.

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.

Your life is a constant juggle, a never-ending to-do list. College, work, family, & unexpected life shifts—your plate is full to the brim. Sometimes, it feels like you're drowning in responsibilities. The weight of it all can be suffocating, leaving you utterly exhausted. You've become a master at putting others' needs first, but who's taking care of you? You keep telling yourself, "It'll be okay," while pushing down the mounting pressure, but deep inside, you're struggling. You wear a brave face but you long for a moment to pause, to be heard, to acknowledge that it's okay to not be okay.

I work with Adults, Children aged 3+ and Adolescents. Specializing in treating ADHD, Asperger/Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Learning Disabilities, OCD, ODD as well as Family Counseling. I uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Mindfulness. I use a holistic approach to clients. I hopes to provide a safe and therapeutic relationship during our time together.

Are you or someone you love struggling with alcohol or substance use or other mental health issues? If you answer YES to this question you are taking a great first step towards recovery by reaching out to me.