Depression Therapists in Shirley, MA
I am an LMHC and Creative Arts Therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people with problems related to depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Many of my clients find that through the creative process such a visual art, music and writing, they are able to reconnect with a more authentic part of themselves. This process can be particularly helpful for decreasing stress, anxiety, increasing self esteem, regulating mood, increasing focus and concentration, and enhancing communication skills.
I am an LMHC and Creative Arts Therapist with over 20 years of experience helping people with problems related to depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Many of my clients find that through the creative process such a visual art, music and writing, they are able to reconnect with a more authentic part of themselves. This process can be particularly helpful for decreasing stress, anxiety, increasing self esteem, regulating mood, increasing focus and concentration, and enhancing communication skills.
Sharon Gunda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Shirley, MA 01464 (Online Only)
Sharon has experience with a wide range of areas of concern including immigrant issues, trauma, foster care and adoption, domestic violence, self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders.
Sharon obtained her MSW from Boston University. She has extensive experience working with neurologically diverse individuals of varying abilities. Sharon has worked in emergency services in hospitals, community based mental health and school settings. She has experience working with individuals across the lifespan and she enjoys her teenage clients just as much as older adults in their eighties and nineties. Her desire is to provide her clients with a culturally sensitive space to share their struggles, find hope and meet their goals. Sharon has worked with clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Sharon has experience with a wide range of areas of concern including immigrant issues, trauma, foster care and adoption, domestic violence, self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders.
Sharon obtained her MSW from Boston University. She has extensive experience working with neurologically diverse individuals of varying abilities. Sharon has worked in emergency services in hospitals, community based mental health and school settings. She has experience working with individuals across the lifespan and she enjoys her teenage clients just as much as older adults in their eighties and nineties. Her desire is to provide her clients with a culturally sensitive space to share their struggles, find hope and meet their goals. Sharon has worked with clients from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Traumatic experiences often underlie addiction and lead to anxiety and depression.
If you or a loved one has problems with substance, I can help. I work with people and families with substance issues- misuse of alcohol, cannabis, stimulants, and other addictive substances. My approach moves at your own pace, without pushing, digging, or agendas. I work with family members and loved ones to provide education and support to reduce feelings of isolation. I specialize in addiction, alcoholism, as well as co-occurring issues underlying addiction such as depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma. Through therapy things start to seem possible that didn’t seem that way before.
Traumatic experiences often underlie addiction and lead to anxiety and depression.
If you or a loved one has problems with substance, I can help. I work with people and families with substance issues- misuse of alcohol, cannabis, stimulants, and other addictive substances. My approach moves at your own pace, without pushing, digging, or agendas. I work with family members and loved ones to provide education and support to reduce feelings of isolation. I specialize in addiction, alcoholism, as well as co-occurring issues underlying addiction such as depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma. Through therapy things start to seem possible that didn’t seem that way before.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has worked in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient clinics, and correctional settings. I have experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, suicidal ideation, self-injury, and ADHD. Outside of evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, ACT, SFT, and MI), I provide a person-centered and trauma-informed approach tailored to each individual client, using a down to earth and warm style while incorporating humor.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has worked in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient clinics, and correctional settings. I have experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, suicidal ideation, self-injury, and ADHD. Outside of evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, ACT, SFT, and MI), I provide a person-centered and trauma-informed approach tailored to each individual client, using a down to earth and warm style while incorporating humor.
William B Jaffee
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shirley, MA 01464 (Online Only)
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, mood and substance use disorders in adults and young adults. I am also certified in EMDR. While a grounding in the science of treatment informs all of my work, compassion and empathy are at its foundation. I am a Clinical Instructor of Psychology at the Harvard Medical School and Clinical Associate of Psychology at McLean Hospital.
I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, mood and substance use disorders in adults and young adults. I am also certified in EMDR. While a grounding in the science of treatment informs all of my work, compassion and empathy are at its foundation. I am a Clinical Instructor of Psychology at the Harvard Medical School and Clinical Associate of Psychology at McLean Hospital.
Grant Empowerment Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHC
Verified Verified
Shirley, MA 01464 (Online Only)
It is not only care for the individual physically and emotionally, but also care for the "whole" person in order to live a well adjusted life in all stages of development, pursuing interests and hobbies, interacting with one's community, utilize social supports and spiritual beliefs, achieve healthy self-expression, achieve academic and/or vocational goals, manage health needs, and manage healthy relationships.
It is not only care for the individual physically and emotionally, but also care for the "whole" person in order to live a well adjusted life in all stages of development, pursuing interests and hobbies, interacting with one's community, utilize social supports and spiritual beliefs, achieve healthy self-expression, achieve academic and/or vocational goals, manage health needs, and manage healthy relationships.
Katherine Arno
Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Shirley, MA 01464 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Anyone who has flown in an airplane knows the instruction to "put on your own oxygen mask before helping others", and that idea can be applied broadly to general life, but it's difficult to know what that looks like! If you want to learn more about how to balance your own needs/wants/self-care with the demands of fast paced daily life and/or family needs, we can figure out what "putting on your mask first" would be for your life. Whatever your issue might be...if you need more calm moments throughout your day, less conflict in your parenting, or ways to reduce stress for improved work-life balance, we can find solutions together.
Anyone who has flown in an airplane knows the instruction to "put on your own oxygen mask before helping others", and that idea can be applied broadly to general life, but it's difficult to know what that looks like! If you want to learn more about how to balance your own needs/wants/self-care with the demands of fast paced daily life and/or family needs, we can figure out what "putting on your mask first" would be for your life. Whatever your issue might be...if you need more calm moments throughout your day, less conflict in your parenting, or ways to reduce stress for improved work-life balance, we can find solutions together.
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I have worked with individuals on the spectrum to develop social-emotional skills along with clients looking to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, social- anxiety, self-esteem building, and LGBTQIA concerns.
I currently have a couple openings! Feel free to reach out if you are interested in services! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live. I look forward to hearing from you!
I have worked with individuals on the spectrum to develop social-emotional skills along with clients looking to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, social- anxiety, self-esteem building, and LGBTQIA concerns.
I currently have a couple openings! Feel free to reach out if you are interested in services! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live. I look forward to hearing from you!
Elizabeth Berk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Westford, MA 01886 (Online Only)
I can help you with a wide range of issues such as struggles with depression, anxiety, women's issues, relationship issues, and use mindfulness strategies and a solution focused approach to help you reach your goals.
"Today is the first day of the rest of your life." We can work together to help you to reach your goals and live life more fulfilled. I will help you build a 'tool kit' of coping strategies that you can draw from. I have worked with individuals for 20+ years. I take an active approach to help my clients find solutions and reach their goals. Together we can set goals and track progress to make sure you are satisfied.
I can help you with a wide range of issues such as struggles with depression, anxiety, women's issues, relationship issues, and use mindfulness strategies and a solution focused approach to help you reach your goals.
"Today is the first day of the rest of your life." We can work together to help you to reach your goals and live life more fulfilled. I will help you build a 'tool kit' of coping strategies that you can draw from. I have worked with individuals for 20+ years. I take an active approach to help my clients find solutions and reach their goals. Together we can set goals and track progress to make sure you are satisfied.
I am currently working towards licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 2 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping young adults, adults, and couples face the challenges they may be experiencing. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I completed my Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at Eastern Illinois University, and I have experience navigating the stressors of student life and major life changes.
I am currently working towards licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 2 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping young adults, adults, and couples face the challenges they may be experiencing. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I completed my Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at Eastern Illinois University, and I have experience navigating the stressors of student life and major life changes.
It is my belief that depression and anxiety can also be situational and may need to be processed through counseling to better understand what is triggering the symptoms.
My background spans over 25 years working with numerous populations and currently only working with Adults of all ages. My career has spanned over many years and a few states. Being from Massachusetts where I was born, raised and educated but have also spent much time in Arizona and in Alaska as a Licensed Professional Counselor I am still licensed in Massachusetts where I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I currently reside in Escondido CA and working via video services such as the Sondermind website. My nature is open , honest and easy to talk with. I am genuine and down to earth, a mother of two adult daughters raised as
It is my belief that depression and anxiety can also be situational and may need to be processed through counseling to better understand what is triggering the symptoms.
My background spans over 25 years working with numerous populations and currently only working with Adults of all ages. My career has spanned over many years and a few states. Being from Massachusetts where I was born, raised and educated but have also spent much time in Arizona and in Alaska as a Licensed Professional Counselor I am still licensed in Massachusetts where I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I currently reside in Escondido CA and working via video services such as the Sondermind website. My nature is open , honest and easy to talk with. I am genuine and down to earth, a mother of two adult daughters raised as
I have expertise in working with trauma, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, a broad range of adolescent concerns, multicultural awareness, and sports psychology.
My warmth and compassion helps build a healing environment to support internal growth. I collaborate with clients to be empowered to fulfill their personal goals and live their best life. My use of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness as well as an eclectic approach offers a tailor-fit approach for each person to strategize and resolve challenges and conflict in their life. I offer guidance and support for each person to make empowered choices to create renewal, balance and freedom in life. I offer insight, and a non-judgmental environment to support, and teach skills necessary for growth.
I have expertise in working with trauma, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, a broad range of adolescent concerns, multicultural awareness, and sports psychology.
My warmth and compassion helps build a healing environment to support internal growth. I collaborate with clients to be empowered to fulfill their personal goals and live their best life. My use of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness as well as an eclectic approach offers a tailor-fit approach for each person to strategize and resolve challenges and conflict in their life. I offer guidance and support for each person to make empowered choices to create renewal, balance and freedom in life. I offer insight, and a non-judgmental environment to support, and teach skills necessary for growth.
Hi there! It is nice to meet you. My name is Amanda and I have over a decade of experience with helping adults, families, youth and Veterans overcome a variety of challenges. My main strategies for healing include EMDR, CBT, and strengths based therapies. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety/ depression, addiction recovery, and major life transitions. With hard work, self discovery and laughs along the way, I have hope you can heal and experience joy. Your story matters and I look forward to hearing from you.
Hi there! It is nice to meet you. My name is Amanda and I have over a decade of experience with helping adults, families, youth and Veterans overcome a variety of challenges. My main strategies for healing include EMDR, CBT, and strengths based therapies. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety/ depression, addiction recovery, and major life transitions. With hard work, self discovery and laughs along the way, I have hope you can heal and experience joy. Your story matters and I look forward to hearing from you.
I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression and nervous system regulation, through a holistic lens. I help individuals address trauma, re-align back to a connection to self, get clarity on their values and goals, understand what may be getting in the way of the life they envision and assist them in feeling empowered to make change. I take a person-centered and strengths based approach, meeting a client where they are at, in order to create improvement in their life. I utilize an emphasis on diet, exercise & lifestyle behaviors.
I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression and nervous system regulation, through a holistic lens. I help individuals address trauma, re-align back to a connection to self, get clarity on their values and goals, understand what may be getting in the way of the life they envision and assist them in feeling empowered to make change. I take a person-centered and strengths based approach, meeting a client where they are at, in order to create improvement in their life. I utilize an emphasis on diet, exercise & lifestyle behaviors.
Some areas I treat are trauma, depression and anxiety, life changes, family issues and more.
I don’t really have an ideal client because I have worked with many different populations and have addressed many issues. I am interested in your goals and the primary presenting problem. I enjoy working with individuals who are ready for therapy, even those who are ambivalent. I delve into your issues, your needs and goals so together we can have a plan to move forward.
Some areas I treat are trauma, depression and anxiety, life changes, family issues and more.
I don’t really have an ideal client because I have worked with many different populations and have addressed many issues. I am interested in your goals and the primary presenting problem. I enjoy working with individuals who are ready for therapy, even those who are ambivalent. I delve into your issues, your needs and goals so together we can have a plan to move forward.
We treat a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, substance use, relationship issues, OCD, mood disorders and more.
Rollins Counseling Center offers individual and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults. We offer Telehealth or in-person visits in our Westford and Shrewsbury locations. Our clinicians utilize evidence-based therapies to effectively treat a wide range of issues that affect one’s quality of life. Treatment modalities include psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, mind-body approaches, animal-assisted therapy, EMDR and trauma-focused therapies.
We treat a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, substance use, relationship issues, OCD, mood disorders and more.
Rollins Counseling Center offers individual and family counseling to children, adolescents, and adults. We offer Telehealth or in-person visits in our Westford and Shrewsbury locations. Our clinicians utilize evidence-based therapies to effectively treat a wide range of issues that affect one’s quality of life. Treatment modalities include psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, mind-body approaches, animal-assisted therapy, EMDR and trauma-focused therapies.
Elizabeth M Henrickson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lunenburg, MA 01462 (Online Only)
With 25 years experience, I have worked in a variety of settings and have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD, parenting issues, relationship conflict, loss, adjustment, and life’s transitions.
Have you ever imagined what your life would be like and wonder how it is you ended up here? We all experience hardships and setbacks in life, especially during the most unexpected or worst of times. With all of the demands of today's world, it is difficult to be the perfect spouse, parent, employee, or child. My goal is to provide you with tools and insight so that you may live a more fulfilling, balanced and healthy life. Together we will find ways to overcome obstacles in your way whether they are big or small, old or recent so that you can be the become the person you believe you can be.
With 25 years experience, I have worked in a variety of settings and have experience working with depression, anxiety, OCD, parenting issues, relationship conflict, loss, adjustment, and life’s transitions.
Have you ever imagined what your life would be like and wonder how it is you ended up here? We all experience hardships and setbacks in life, especially during the most unexpected or worst of times. With all of the demands of today's world, it is difficult to be the perfect spouse, parent, employee, or child. My goal is to provide you with tools and insight so that you may live a more fulfilling, balanced and healthy life. Together we will find ways to overcome obstacles in your way whether they are big or small, old or recent so that you can be the become the person you believe you can be.
Eileen Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, MA 01420 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Making the decision to come to therapy and finding someone that can listen without judgment is a great first step in feeling better. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships so that you can better manage life stressors and move through major life transitions. I specialize in working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and dual diagnosis.
Hello and welcome! Making the decision to come to therapy and finding someone that can listen without judgment is a great first step in feeling better. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships so that you can better manage life stressors and move through major life transitions. I specialize in working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and dual diagnosis.
I specialize or have experience counseling individuals with ADHD, other forms of neurodivergence, anger management, relationship and/or family discord, phase of life circumstances or grief, anxiety, mood disorders, racial trauma and identities, depression, gender expression or identity exploration, self-esteem, or body image concerns, and chronic medical.
My goal is to expand the notion of what some may think therapy to be. I don’t have a cure or magic wand to change you, but I have the knowledge, expertise, and experience to help you grow on your life journey. This can be accomplished by reviewing the intersectionality of your circumstances and utilizing therapeutic methods such as person-centered, multicultural, mindfulness-based, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, expressive art, emotional, compassion-focused, strengths-based, interpersonal, cognitive processing, and solution-focused. I acknowledge the systemic disparities and am strongly committed to providing culturally
I specialize or have experience counseling individuals with ADHD, other forms of neurodivergence, anger management, relationship and/or family discord, phase of life circumstances or grief, anxiety, mood disorders, racial trauma and identities, depression, gender expression or identity exploration, self-esteem, or body image concerns, and chronic medical.
My goal is to expand the notion of what some may think therapy to be. I don’t have a cure or magic wand to change you, but I have the knowledge, expertise, and experience to help you grow on your life journey. This can be accomplished by reviewing the intersectionality of your circumstances and utilizing therapeutic methods such as person-centered, multicultural, mindfulness-based, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, expressive art, emotional, compassion-focused, strengths-based, interpersonal, cognitive processing, and solution-focused. I acknowledge the systemic disparities and am strongly committed to providing culturally
James Hannon
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LADC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, MA 01460
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my patients are recovering from addictions of various sorts. Many of them, as well as other patients, have mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder). I also work with individuals and families struggling with problems in work and career, marriage and similar relationships, and what are often described as existential or spiritual crises--the lack of a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I involve families in therapy when possible--people don't live and learn as isolated individuals.
Many of my patients are recovering from addictions of various sorts. Many of them, as well as other patients, have mood disorders (anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder). I also work with individuals and families struggling with problems in work and career, marriage and similar relationships, and what are often described as existential or spiritual crises--the lack of a sense of meaning and purpose in life. I involve families in therapy when possible--people don't live and learn as isolated individuals.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.