Self-Harming Therapists in Plymouth, MA

Leek Therapy, LLC, consists of 6 therapists: Amy Leek, LMHC; Meridith Wirtz, LICSW; Amy Griffin, LMHC; Emily Moore, LICSW; Charlene Flynn, LMHC; Shannon Devaney, LMHC, & Heather Skutnik-Sheffield, LMHC. We all have a "True Compass" which represents our moral values, intuition, inner guidance, and our true authentic selves. We operate in relation to our true compass as it provides centeredness, & when we feel off-course, our compass needle will reorient and guide us back to our true selves. We can head east then west, accepting help from others along the way, and use our true compass to guide our journey to our ultimate destination."

We all deserve a place we feel heard and understood. I specialize in working with women and adolescents struggling with anxiety, self-esteem and relationship issues. If you are a highly sensitive person who finds themselves struggling to cope, please know there is hope! If you struggle with overwhelming emotions and/or anxiety about being in a new relationship or healing from an abusive or unhealthy past relationship I can help! Or maybe you are having trouble creating space in your life for the things you need to thrive. Do you feel like your feelings take over and you are too anxious to enjoy life?

The default setting in a human being is contentment and pure happiness. We are not meant to live in anguish and instability. If you (or someone you know) are not happy, please contact me. I provide mental health counseling for those adults, children, and couples who wish to improve their lives. I specialize in developing deeper understanding in emotions, relationships, focus and concentration, relaxation, and stress reduction to better control them. I promote well-being through insight and informed discovery.

Finding someone you are comfortable talking to can be intimidating and stressful. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe and welcoming environment filled with mutual trust and respect. I designs therapeutic treatment based on the individual persons needs, some modalities include CBT, DBT, Person Centered, Solution Focused, and EMDR.

Seeking help in the form of therapy takes courage. I view my role in therapy as embarking on a journey with my client towards greater life fulfillment, improved quality in their relationships and in their overall quality of life. I work with adults struggling with mood and anxiety issues, grief and loss, codependency, marital issues, trauma and life cycle/life adjustment issues, inner child work and family of origin issues. I work with preteens and adolescents and include parenting and family therapy in that work when needed. I enjoy working with couples and have been trained in The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy.

Life can be complicated, messy, and confusing. Relationships, work, family or identity problems; trauma or abuse; difficult emotions such as grief or anger – such challenges may be more than we can manage alone. Sometimes we need a little extra support and guidance, and that’s when finding a therapist who is the right fit is so important.

In a world that is ever changing, it can be a challenge to trust someone. I would like to have the opportunity to provide you with a safe and warm environment that allows you to freely express your thoughts and feelings. In working together we can identify and utilize helpful tools, coping skills and strengths to help make positive changes in your life.

My name is Annie Kowalski and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Plymouth MA. I have been providing mental health services for adults, children, and families, within the public school system and in private practice, for over 20 years. In addition to virtual therapy sessions I now provide in-person equine facilitated therapy sessions at Serendipty Stables. Equine Facilitated Therapy maximizes the the effectiveness of traditional therapy with the added benefits of animal and nature therapy, which provides an enhanced therapeutic experience.

I enjoy being able to help people become the best they can be. I am interested in working with people that are striving to make their lives more manageable by decreasing or eliminating maladaptive behaviors, thoughts and feelings. I have extensive experience helping people with anxiety, major depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, personality disorders and trauma.

You want a fulfilling life. And I want that for you! Do any of these OCD or anxiety symptoms sound familiar? Repetitive thoughts, ritualized habits, or phobias. Feeling like you're going to explode if something is out of place. You haven't contacted a friend in so long that you're embarrassed, so you're afraid to call/text. Nervous you'll do something out of character, inappropriate, or accidentally insulting to others. I can help you navigate the discomfort of worry, panic, rumination, and avoidance, while moving toward balance and emotional freedom. Less anxiety, more YOU!