Attachment-based Therapists in Salem, MA

Photo of Elizabeth (Bizzy) Lucey-Lenahan, LICSW, RYT200, RPYT80, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Elizabeth (Bizzy) Lucey-Lenahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT200, RPYT80
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, couples therapy, attachment-based approaches and embodied practices.
My practice, Rooted Life Therapy, is grounded in the belief that effective therapy is meant to help us bloom and thrive wherever our roots were planted. I work with both individuals and couples looking for growth and change in their lives. I have specific training and experience working with young adults in times of transition, identity formation, anxiety, grief & loss, depression, family planning, relational conflicts, and premarital preparation. I believe that therapy is meant to be a collaborative and empowering process of understanding one's self or relationship more deeply to create a life that is fulfilling and flourishes.
I specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, couples therapy, attachment-based approaches and embodied practices.
My practice, Rooted Life Therapy, is grounded in the belief that effective therapy is meant to help us bloom and thrive wherever our roots were planted. I work with both individuals and couples looking for growth and change in their lives. I have specific training and experience working with young adults in times of transition, identity formation, anxiety, grief & loss, depression, family planning, relational conflicts, and premarital preparation. I believe that therapy is meant to be a collaborative and empowering process of understanding one's self or relationship more deeply to create a life that is fulfilling and flourishes.
(978) 486-7250 View (978) 486-7250
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Amanda Weintraub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
Limited availability at this time. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families across the life spectrum for over 10 years. I have been told my style is warm, engaging, and dynamic. I believe that overcoming anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, and other forms of chronic and acute symptoms can happen within a collaborative and attachment-based therapeutic approach. Transformative healing is possible for all of us! It is an honor to be with my clients on each of their unique journeys.
Limited availability at this time. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families across the life spectrum for over 10 years. I have been told my style is warm, engaging, and dynamic. I believe that overcoming anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, and other forms of chronic and acute symptoms can happen within a collaborative and attachment-based therapeutic approach. Transformative healing is possible for all of us! It is an honor to be with my clients on each of their unique journeys.
(351) 205-1736 View (351) 205-1736
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Rachel Gedansky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to understand your own story. In therapy with me I prioritize our therapeutic alliance, while we work on your goals, as I understand how vulnerable and unique the therapy relationship is. I do this by using a warm and empathetic approach and honoring that trust gets built slowly over time. I also try to bring in humor when appropriate and further allow my clients to feel like an equal partner in their treatment. I know there is no one size fits all to therapy and I want to make sure you and your unique needs are at the forefront of our work together.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to understand your own story. In therapy with me I prioritize our therapeutic alliance, while we work on your goals, as I understand how vulnerable and unique the therapy relationship is. I do this by using a warm and empathetic approach and honoring that trust gets built slowly over time. I also try to bring in humor when appropriate and further allow my clients to feel like an equal partner in their treatment. I know there is no one size fits all to therapy and I want to make sure you and your unique needs are at the forefront of our work together.
(781) 720-4975 View (781) 720-4975
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Rachel M. Croce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, IMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
I work from an attachment-based framework.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist, licensed independently in both Massachusetts and Ohio. I work with couples, families, and individuals in therapeutic settings to assess, diagnose and treat trauma, infidelity, divorce, anxiety, relational hurts, depression, parent/child dysfunctions, grief and loss, life transitions, and other mental health symptoms.
I work from an attachment-based framework.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist, licensed independently in both Massachusetts and Ohio. I work with couples, families, and individuals in therapeutic settings to assess, diagnose and treat trauma, infidelity, divorce, anxiety, relational hurts, depression, parent/child dysfunctions, grief and loss, life transitions, and other mental health symptoms.
(440) 226-0257 View (440) 226-0257
Photo of Lauren Schonberger, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lauren Schonberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Waitlist for new clients
Our work may be short or long-term, solution-focused or goal-exploring, and may include a variety of therapy techniques such as narrative therapy, mindfulness, attachment-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and/or family therapy.
***I am currently full and not taking new clients.*** I work with adolescents, college and grad students, adults, families, and couples. I focus on helping people who want to explore family issues, are working to develop a sense of self, as well as those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have experience working in a multitude of settings, including private practice, hospitals, community centers, outpatient, and private schools.
Our work may be short or long-term, solution-focused or goal-exploring, and may include a variety of therapy techniques such as narrative therapy, mindfulness, attachment-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and/or family therapy.
***I am currently full and not taking new clients.*** I work with adolescents, college and grad students, adults, families, and couples. I focus on helping people who want to explore family issues, are working to develop a sense of self, as well as those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have experience working in a multitude of settings, including private practice, hospitals, community centers, outpatient, and private schools.
(617) 855-1015 View (617) 855-1015
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Alana Welch Strom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my practice. I work with a wide range of people, from those looking to make subtle shifts and build insight to those struggling to manage profound, chronic suffering. I will help you explore the impact of your past and present on your health and well-being and learn how to connect deeply with your self, your body, with others, and with the world around you. My approach is heavily relational, geared towards healing attachment wounds, as well as somatic, centering the body and nervous system - both of which have carried so much burden but are often minimized in therapies that rely exclusively on talk and cognitive process.
Welcome to my practice. I work with a wide range of people, from those looking to make subtle shifts and build insight to those struggling to manage profound, chronic suffering. I will help you explore the impact of your past and present on your health and well-being and learn how to connect deeply with your self, your body, with others, and with the world around you. My approach is heavily relational, geared towards healing attachment wounds, as well as somatic, centering the body and nervous system - both of which have carried so much burden but are often minimized in therapies that rely exclusively on talk and cognitive process.
(781) 518-0184 View (781) 518-0184
Photo of Jane B Ross, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jane B Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Tri-Well Health is a therapeutic and consultative psychotherapy practice for girls, adolescent girls, young women, women who are seeking an integrative approach to health, wellness and healing. It is my privilege to assist and witness deep healing with each person. Through enhanced connection, I work collaboratively in a warm, respectful space. Issues we may address include depression, anxiety, family and peer relationships, struggles with school, stress, low self-esteem and addictions. Working together, we will identify and build upon your strengths so that you can attain improved emotional health and well-being.
Tri-Well Health is a therapeutic and consultative psychotherapy practice for girls, adolescent girls, young women, women who are seeking an integrative approach to health, wellness and healing. It is my privilege to assist and witness deep healing with each person. Through enhanced connection, I work collaboratively in a warm, respectful space. Issues we may address include depression, anxiety, family and peer relationships, struggles with school, stress, low self-esteem and addictions. Working together, we will identify and build upon your strengths so that you can attain improved emotional health and well-being.
(978) 631-1624 View (978) 631-1624
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Matt Stella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DiplPW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome. My name is Matt Stella, and my goal is to reconnect you to the wisdom and depth in your life that make all problems workable. In fact, the worst symptoms and problems that we wrestle with often hold the seed for growth and transformation. Working with adults, couples, and men's groups, my life’s work is to facilitate transformation out of all forms of suffering. Part of my work is to serve male survivors of sexual abuse or assault. (See MenHealing.org) When needed, I use EMDR to address and heal the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect for adults of all genders.
Hello and welcome. My name is Matt Stella, and my goal is to reconnect you to the wisdom and depth in your life that make all problems workable. In fact, the worst symptoms and problems that we wrestle with often hold the seed for growth and transformation. Working with adults, couples, and men's groups, my life’s work is to facilitate transformation out of all forms of suffering. Part of my work is to serve male survivors of sexual abuse or assault. (See MenHealing.org) When needed, I use EMDR to address and heal the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect for adults of all genders.
(617) 249-3054 View (617) 249-3054
Photo of Cassi Amenta, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Cassi Amenta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have eight years of experience working in the mental health field with varying populations and ages, largely working with individuals, children, and families who have experiences with trauma, anxiety, and depression. If you are looking for support with making sense of a trauma, coping with anxiety and daily stress, wanting to process life relationships, hoping to understand yourself better, or seeking support with overall mind and body well being, I am here to help.
I have eight years of experience working in the mental health field with varying populations and ages, largely working with individuals, children, and families who have experiences with trauma, anxiety, and depression. If you are looking for support with making sense of a trauma, coping with anxiety and daily stress, wanting to process life relationships, hoping to understand yourself better, or seeking support with overall mind and body well being, I am here to help.
(978) 595-0526 View (978) 595-0526
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Andrea S Zeren
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
I have been a clinician and educator for over twenty-five years and blend these methods in my clinical practice. My training encompasses a number of diverse content areas, such as clinical, developmental, family and substance-related issues, all of which helps enrich my understanding of the challenges that life can present. I believe that people have greater capabilities than they are aware of. My role is to collaborate with you, not tell offer advice, tell you what to do or how to live. I treat all of my clients with dignity and respect and seek active collaboration.
I have been a clinician and educator for over twenty-five years and blend these methods in my clinical practice. My training encompasses a number of diverse content areas, such as clinical, developmental, family and substance-related issues, all of which helps enrich my understanding of the challenges that life can present. I believe that people have greater capabilities than they are aware of. My role is to collaborate with you, not tell offer advice, tell you what to do or how to live. I treat all of my clients with dignity and respect and seek active collaboration.
(978) 432-9917 View (978) 432-9917
Photo of Jen Garcia, LMHC, Counselor
Jen Garcia
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970
Waitlist for new clients
We only get one life. Now is the time for you to walk into the healing and freedom you so desperately seek but are afraid to reach for. Maybe it's the past pains and hurts, abuses and traumas that continue to affect you today. Maybe it's the weight of depression or anxiety. Whatever it is- today.is.the.day. To that end, there are many therapeutic modalities I work within. It is not the modality so much that matters but the match between client and clinician. I may be the “expert” in psychology but you are the expert in your life. We need each other to make the counseling process a success.
We only get one life. Now is the time for you to walk into the healing and freedom you so desperately seek but are afraid to reach for. Maybe it's the past pains and hurts, abuses and traumas that continue to affect you today. Maybe it's the weight of depression or anxiety. Whatever it is- today.is.the.day. To that end, there are many therapeutic modalities I work within. It is not the modality so much that matters but the match between client and clinician. I may be the “expert” in psychology but you are the expert in your life. We need each other to make the counseling process a success.
(978) 306-4297 View (978) 306-4297
Photo of Paul Falconer, PhD, LMHC, LADC1, MCCS, Counselor
Paul Falconer
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LADC1, MCCS
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.
Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.
(978) 712-4968 View (978) 712-4968
Photo of Iva Helena Gojanovic, LICSW, LSAC, NLPP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Iva Helena Gojanovic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LSAC, NLPP
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
Are you wondering why you feel the way you feel? Are you noticing that your own thoughts, feelings, and actions are no longer serving you? Do you feel overwhelmed, depleted of energy, confused, lost? Are you losing interest in things you once found to be enjoyable? Do you want to feel more present and connected in your interactions with others? The premise of all of my work is that everyone is doing the best they can at any given moment. . If you have any questions, please reach out. You have five seconds before your brain tries to talk you out of it! :)
Are you wondering why you feel the way you feel? Are you noticing that your own thoughts, feelings, and actions are no longer serving you? Do you feel overwhelmed, depleted of energy, confused, lost? Are you losing interest in things you once found to be enjoyable? Do you want to feel more present and connected in your interactions with others? The premise of all of my work is that everyone is doing the best they can at any given moment. . If you have any questions, please reach out. You have five seconds before your brain tries to talk you out of it! :)
(351) 206-0113 View (351) 206-0113
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Carolanne Hale
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970
May I begin by writing that I recognize your courage for seeking help. You or a family member must be struggling right now. If life looks bleak, please know that there can be hope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, stressful life changes, trauma, acculturation challenges and illness. I honor a collaborative relationship with my clients and strive toward finding solutions that are authentic to you.
May I begin by writing that I recognize your courage for seeking help. You or a family member must be struggling right now. If life looks bleak, please know that there can be hope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, stressful life changes, trauma, acculturation challenges and illness. I honor a collaborative relationship with my clients and strive toward finding solutions that are authentic to you.
(508) 503-6416 View (508) 503-6416
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Will Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
Starting therapy can often be daunting, so please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your needs and goals for treatment in a safe environment. I continue to offer a client-focused, personalized approach to therapy utilizing various cognitive and psychodynamic modalities. This may mean addressing early life influence on your current daily function, or specific goals for your profession, relationships with yourself, loved ones, and the world around you. Whether it is short-term solution-focused for a specific need, or long-term healing, personal growth, and exploration- positive change is possible, concrete, and within reach.
Starting therapy can often be daunting, so please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your needs and goals for treatment in a safe environment. I continue to offer a client-focused, personalized approach to therapy utilizing various cognitive and psychodynamic modalities. This may mean addressing early life influence on your current daily function, or specific goals for your profession, relationships with yourself, loved ones, and the world around you. Whether it is short-term solution-focused for a specific need, or long-term healing, personal growth, and exploration- positive change is possible, concrete, and within reach.
(978) 648-2197 View (978) 648-2197
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Eleanor Zambrano, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970
** I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME ** I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years and I focus on helping others navigate relationships, family stressors and life challenges that may be impacted by anxiety and depression. I work with adults, in couples as well as family therapy sessions.
** I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME ** I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years and I focus on helping others navigate relationships, family stressors and life challenges that may be impacted by anxiety and depression. I work with adults, in couples as well as family therapy sessions.
(617) 580-5271 View (617) 580-5271
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Celine De Santis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
Celine De Santis is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has been practicing in the field of mental health for over 30 years. Her clientele includes both children, teens, and adults who are suffering from the negative effects of chronic stress, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, PTSD, phobias, grief, bereavement, and more. Celine earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University. Her treatment focuses on individual, family, group, and play therapy approaches. She began her work as a mental health professional in addiction treatment.
Celine De Santis is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has been practicing in the field of mental health for over 30 years. Her clientele includes both children, teens, and adults who are suffering from the negative effects of chronic stress, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, PTSD, phobias, grief, bereavement, and more. Celine earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University. Her treatment focuses on individual, family, group, and play therapy approaches. She began her work as a mental health professional in addiction treatment.
(978) 733-2316 View (978) 733-2316
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Keisha Kenny, LICSW- True North Counseling, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
Limited daytime Telehealth appointments currently available. If you are overwhelmed or under stress with various aspects of your life, or if you are thinking about making a change, but not sure how or where to start, you've come to the right place. Welcome! You are taking the first brave step towards intentional, positive change, and feeling more empowered in your life. I am here to help guide you in taking those first steps towards achieving your personal goals; to assist you in finding your true north; to help keep you on track; and to support you so that you are not alone on this journey.
Limited daytime Telehealth appointments currently available. If you are overwhelmed or under stress with various aspects of your life, or if you are thinking about making a change, but not sure how or where to start, you've come to the right place. Welcome! You are taking the first brave step towards intentional, positive change, and feeling more empowered in your life. I am here to help guide you in taking those first steps towards achieving your personal goals; to assist you in finding your true north; to help keep you on track; and to support you so that you are not alone on this journey.
(978) 288-0063 View (978) 288-0063
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Summer Baidak
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Salem, MA 01970  (Online Only)
An interactive therapist who enjoys the collaboration of the process with the client as the expert ...and the therapist as a guide.... My approach integrates cognitive behavioral strategies ....interpersonal psychodynamic and solution-based strategies.... An extensive knowledge of human behavior in the daily life struggles that individuals, families and couples face daily.. Experience working with individuals and the families around special-needs/ cognitive/educational/life planning/educational advocacy/obtaining outside services psychotherapy/social skills training /behavior modification...
An interactive therapist who enjoys the collaboration of the process with the client as the expert ...and the therapist as a guide.... My approach integrates cognitive behavioral strategies ....interpersonal psychodynamic and solution-based strategies.... An extensive knowledge of human behavior in the daily life struggles that individuals, families and couples face daily.. Experience working with individuals and the families around special-needs/ cognitive/educational/life planning/educational advocacy/obtaining outside services psychotherapy/social skills training /behavior modification...
(978) 633-7765 View (978) 633-7765
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Evolve Psychotherapy, LLC
Counselor, LMFT, LMHC, LADC-I, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Salem, MA 01970
At Evolve Psychotherapy, our compassionate therapists have a wide range of expertise, experience, and treatment options. We believe that people change by feeling motivated and by seeing the benefit of making a difficult change. We provide psychotherapy and education that offers motivational treatment to utilize strengths and help you decide what changes to make and how you will go about it. Using a solution-focused method of treatment, we see the work of a therapist as a collaborative partner in the process of change & healing. We believe in increasing mind-body awareness to assist in this process.
At Evolve Psychotherapy, our compassionate therapists have a wide range of expertise, experience, and treatment options. We believe that people change by feeling motivated and by seeing the benefit of making a difficult change. We provide psychotherapy and education that offers motivational treatment to utilize strengths and help you decide what changes to make and how you will go about it. Using a solution-focused method of treatment, we see the work of a therapist as a collaborative partner in the process of change & healing. We believe in increasing mind-body awareness to assist in this process.
(603) 899-7245 View (603) 899-7245
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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.