Depression Therapists in Spencer, MA
Specialties are focusing on trauma, all forms of depression, anxieties especially social phobia, worry and rumination, low self esteem, mood disorders, in both teens and adults for thirteen years.
BCBS or self pay only. Morning and early afternoon appointments open only. "We can control our thoughts and emotions or they can control us. There is a world of difference." Therapy is educational and direct with focus on cognitive restructuring and skills building. Clients usually report ease of symptoms in the first few weeks. I'm a graduate of Assumption. I've completed the Aaron Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy known to be the most effective form of treatment today. Longer sessions are also available. Some people respond better to a 2 or 3 hour session.
Specialties are focusing on trauma, all forms of depression, anxieties especially social phobia, worry and rumination, low self esteem, mood disorders, in both teens and adults for thirteen years.
BCBS or self pay only. Morning and early afternoon appointments open only. "We can control our thoughts and emotions or they can control us. There is a world of difference." Therapy is educational and direct with focus on cognitive restructuring and skills building. Clients usually report ease of symptoms in the first few weeks. I'm a graduate of Assumption. I've completed the Aaron Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy known to be the most effective form of treatment today. Longer sessions are also available. Some people respond better to a 2 or 3 hour session.
I have many years experience delivering intensive family therapy to families at risk and treating adults for Depression and Anxiety.
I offer evidence-based, client centered, treatments delivered with compassion, humor and intelligence. My job satisfaction comes from seeing large changes in my clients over a short period of time. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and include elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychosocial intervention that is the most widely used evidence-based practice for improving mental health. Guided by empirical research, CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems and changing unhelpful patterns in cognitions (e.g. thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes), behaviors, and emotional regulation.
I have many years experience delivering intensive family therapy to families at risk and treating adults for Depression and Anxiety.
I offer evidence-based, client centered, treatments delivered with compassion, humor and intelligence. My job satisfaction comes from seeing large changes in my clients over a short period of time. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and include elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychosocial intervention that is the most widely used evidence-based practice for improving mental health. Guided by empirical research, CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems and changing unhelpful patterns in cognitions (e.g. thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes), behaviors, and emotional regulation.
I have been in the field for 10 years and received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bay Path University. I have worked with the LGBTQ+ community, refugees, parolees, children, teens, adults, family and couples. I have experience in treating clients with substance use issues, gambling addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, executive functions issues and other mental health concerns.
I have been in the field for 10 years and received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bay Path University. I have worked with the LGBTQ+ community, refugees, parolees, children, teens, adults, family and couples. I have experience in treating clients with substance use issues, gambling addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, executive functions issues and other mental health concerns.
Leanne M Joeckel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Spencer, MA 01562 (Online Only)
I am a professional, and empathic therapist, who is down to earth and real. I strive to help my clients utilizing the best therapeutic approach for the specific problem brought to me. Whether it is relationship problems, a divorce, anxiety, depression, or another mental health problem, I'm motivated to find a solution with you that meets your goals and needs.
I am a professional, and empathic therapist, who is down to earth and real. I strive to help my clients utilizing the best therapeutic approach for the specific problem brought to me. Whether it is relationship problems, a divorce, anxiety, depression, or another mental health problem, I'm motivated to find a solution with you that meets your goals and needs.
Specializing in sexual behavior problems, high risk behaviors, risk assessments, depression, anxiety and consultation.
Providing treatment to children, adults and families to improve lives and to foster change and growth. We also specialize in behavior problems often seen in school and home environments.
Specializing in sexual behavior problems, high risk behaviors, risk assessments, depression, anxiety and consultation.
Providing treatment to children, adults and families to improve lives and to foster change and growth. We also specialize in behavior problems often seen in school and home environments.
Collaborative EMDR with Sherri Westbury, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Spencer, MA 01562
Waitlist for new clients
Working with trauma clients can be rewarding as well as difficult. Many of our clients reach a point where they can talk about their trauma but are still plagued by symptoms. Medication can help reduce symptoms. Skills building can further help. Unfortunately for some clients these interventions cannot stop the symptoms from recurring. It can leave you and your client feeling that progress has stalled. This is where Collaborative EMDR can help.
Working with trauma clients can be rewarding as well as difficult. Many of our clients reach a point where they can talk about their trauma but are still plagued by symptoms. Medication can help reduce symptoms. Skills building can further help. Unfortunately for some clients these interventions cannot stop the symptoms from recurring. It can leave you and your client feeling that progress has stalled. This is where Collaborative EMDR can help.
Mitchell D Gurk, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, MFT, BCPC, Diploma
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spencer, MA 01562
Treatment is results oriented, which means we work together at the beginning to define the changes that are meaningful to you. In a basic sense, psychotherapy is for thinking about feelings. We are all part of systems, be they family, work or society. The outcome is more freedom to be yourself. All inquiries referrals scheduling by phone: please call 508.885.3861. Repeat your calls (on the hour) to reach me quickest in person. No written messages! No computer inquiries!
Treatment is results oriented, which means we work together at the beginning to define the changes that are meaningful to you. In a basic sense, psychotherapy is for thinking about feelings. We are all part of systems, be they family, work or society. The outcome is more freedom to be yourself. All inquiries referrals scheduling by phone: please call 508.885.3861. Repeat your calls (on the hour) to reach me quickest in person. No written messages! No computer inquiries!
Cathy Foulkrod-Pickett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spencer, MA 01562
I have been working in the field of substance use and mental health for the past eighteen years in various positions. My approach is individualized, person centered and strength based. I believe each clients needs and strengths are unique to them as is their recovery process. Healing is a personal experience, my goal is to support and assist you in that process in a safe, healthy environment.
I have been working in the field of substance use and mental health for the past eighteen years in various positions. My approach is individualized, person centered and strength based. I believe each clients needs and strengths are unique to them as is their recovery process. Healing is a personal experience, my goal is to support and assist you in that process in a safe, healthy environment.
Connections for Recovery LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Spencer, MA 01562
I have over 18 years of experience working in the addiction and mental health field. I am experienced in various roles across the substance use treatment services continuum of care in both micro and macro levels. I am a “big picture” clinician and believe that to effectively manage addiction and mental health it requires the ability to balance the parts needed for that individual to succeed; mind, body, and spirit. Supporting the client in identifying their unique parts to balance based on their individual needs and history is central to my professional philosophy.
I have over 18 years of experience working in the addiction and mental health field. I am experienced in various roles across the substance use treatment services continuum of care in both micro and macro levels. I am a “big picture” clinician and believe that to effectively manage addiction and mental health it requires the ability to balance the parts needed for that individual to succeed; mind, body, and spirit. Supporting the client in identifying their unique parts to balance based on their individual needs and history is central to my professional philosophy.
Megan Dumas
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Spencer, MA 01562 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello! I have worked in the mental health field in various capacities for over 10 years. I have worked with a wide range of ages, families, the LGBTQIA population, and survivors of trauma. I believe the most important aspect of treatment is the therapeutic relationship and I am passionate about supporting individuals in their personal growth. I do my best to help my client's tell their story in a way that can bring healing, growth, and understanding. I try my best to make sure my clients feel safe and comfortable. I tailor my approach to what works best and feels right for each client.
Hello! I have worked in the mental health field in various capacities for over 10 years. I have worked with a wide range of ages, families, the LGBTQIA population, and survivors of trauma. I believe the most important aspect of treatment is the therapeutic relationship and I am passionate about supporting individuals in their personal growth. I do my best to help my client's tell their story in a way that can bring healing, growth, and understanding. I try my best to make sure my clients feel safe and comfortable. I tailor my approach to what works best and feels right for each client.
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We treat individuals who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation and behavioral difficulties.
We specialize in treating children, adolescents and couples. Our initial focus is to establish a therapeutic relationship with our patients who we work with as we believe that is the foundation for effective therapy. We currently have evening appointments on a weekday in addition to weekends. We offer empathetic listening and also provide direct but therapeutic feedback and support to the individuals we work with. We strongly believe in meeting our clients where he, she or they are at and facilitating him, her or them in addressing the presenting problems.
We treat individuals who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation and behavioral difficulties.
We specialize in treating children, adolescents and couples. Our initial focus is to establish a therapeutic relationship with our patients who we work with as we believe that is the foundation for effective therapy. We currently have evening appointments on a weekday in addition to weekends. We offer empathetic listening and also provide direct but therapeutic feedback and support to the individuals we work with. We strongly believe in meeting our clients where he, she or they are at and facilitating him, her or them in addressing the presenting problems.
Eileen Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609 (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 am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and specialize in working with clients with addiction, dual diagnosis, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
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 am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and specialize in working with clients with addiction, dual diagnosis, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Peter Corbett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW , MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601
I'm excited to announce I've transitioned 75% of my work to serve as the Clinical Director of The Center for Healing Journeys (wneketamine.com), the first Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) clinic in western New England. KAP is a powerful effective new treatment using the only legal, by-prescription psychedelic. 20 years of research has proven ketamine to be safe in the clinic, and brings robust recovery from neuro-rigidified disorders such as intractable Depression, OCD, PTSD, Suicidal Ideation, and ruminative anxiety disorder: 70-80% success with most disorders and 85%+ combined with therapy. Clinic website: wneketamine.com
I'm excited to announce I've transitioned 75% of my work to serve as the Clinical Director of The Center for Healing Journeys (wneketamine.com), the first Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) clinic in western New England. KAP is a powerful effective new treatment using the only legal, by-prescription psychedelic. 20 years of research has proven ketamine to be safe in the clinic, and brings robust recovery from neuro-rigidified disorders such as intractable Depression, OCD, PTSD, Suicidal Ideation, and ruminative anxiety disorder: 70-80% success with most disorders and 85%+ combined with therapy. Clinic website: wneketamine.com
Mara Hyatt - Women's Anxiety And Depression Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01602 (Online Only)
I’m a therapist who works with women who want to reconnect with joy, meaning, and balance in their lives. Often different life phases such as job transitions, motherhood, divorce, menopause, or loss of a loved one can prompt us to re-evaluate which strategies and beliefs are serving us and which are not. For others, life may be moving forward, but anxiety, depression, or grief may be preventing us from fully connecting with the positives in our lives.
I’m a therapist who works with women who want to reconnect with joy, meaning, and balance in their lives. Often different life phases such as job transitions, motherhood, divorce, menopause, or loss of a loved one can prompt us to re-evaluate which strategies and beliefs are serving us and which are not. For others, life may be moving forward, but anxiety, depression, or grief may be preventing us from fully connecting with the positives in our lives.
Andee Peters-Kurtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01602 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating life's challenges? With over a decade of experience as a social worker, I am here to offer my professional support. I hold an LICSW license in Massachusetts and other states, placing a firm emphasis on active listening in my approach to helping individuals. Advice isn't offered freely – instead I provide it when requested to ensure you feel heard and understood.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or navigating life's challenges? With over a decade of experience as a social worker, I am here to offer my professional support. I hold an LICSW license in Massachusetts and other states, placing a firm emphasis on active listening in my approach to helping individuals. Advice isn't offered freely – instead I provide it when requested to ensure you feel heard and understood.
Ivanilde Darosa-Kayemba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01602 (Online Only)
For the past decade I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults of all different ethnic backgrounds experiencing socio-emotional challenges, anxiety, depression, addiction and difficult life transitions.
Hi! I am Ivanilde, a bilingual and culturally sensitive therapist. We all have come to a point in life where we feel stuck and overwhelmed with the fast paced world we live in. My goal is to provide you with a safe space where you can get rid of all the noise from the outside world and focus inward. If you are experiencing anxiety or managing day to day issues, you have come to the right place. I come with a trauma informed lens and believe in meeting my clients where they are at. As a therapist I am warm, flexible, and open-minded.
For the past decade I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults of all different ethnic backgrounds experiencing socio-emotional challenges, anxiety, depression, addiction and difficult life transitions.
Hi! I am Ivanilde, a bilingual and culturally sensitive therapist. We all have come to a point in life where we feel stuck and overwhelmed with the fast paced world we live in. My goal is to provide you with a safe space where you can get rid of all the noise from the outside world and focus inward. If you are experiencing anxiety or managing day to day issues, you have come to the right place. I come with a trauma informed lens and believe in meeting my clients where they are at. As a therapist I am warm, flexible, and open-minded.
Irene is a licensed mental health counselor with a combined 8 years of experience in mental health and related fields and 20 years of experience in working with public schools and family systems. She is interpersonally rooted in practice and has on strong focus on creating a successful therapeutic alliance. She believes that the quality of the client-therapist relationship should align with clients’ needs. Irene specializes in several areas that support children and adults who face challenges with school, behavior, family life, ADHD, ODD, self-esteem, bullying, anxiety, depression, abuse, and trauma.
Irene is a licensed mental health counselor with a combined 8 years of experience in mental health and related fields and 20 years of experience in working with public schools and family systems. She is interpersonally rooted in practice and has on strong focus on creating a successful therapeutic alliance. She believes that the quality of the client-therapist relationship should align with clients’ needs. Irene specializes in several areas that support children and adults who face challenges with school, behavior, family life, ADHD, ODD, self-esteem, bullying, anxiety, depression, abuse, and trauma.
LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Paxton, MA 01612
Challenges faced by young adults may be educational and occupational, related to identity, sexuality, and relationships and often result in increased levels of stress, anxiety, and depression.
At LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc. we understand that young adults today are facing challenges unique to their generation and their stage in life. That is why it is essential that they have access to services designed specifically to address and manage these challenges. The transitional milestones of young adulthood are very different than those of childhood or of adulthood. The services provided at LIKEMIND acknowledge these differences.
Challenges faced by young adults may be educational and occupational, related to identity, sexuality, and relationships and often result in increased levels of stress, anxiety, and depression.
At LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc. we understand that young adults today are facing challenges unique to their generation and their stage in life. That is why it is essential that they have access to services designed specifically to address and manage these challenges. The transitional milestones of young adulthood are very different than those of childhood or of adulthood. The services provided at LIKEMIND acknowledge these differences.
If you are looking for assistance with anxiety, depression, relational issues, goal setting, adjustments to difficult situations, substance abuse, grief and loss, or positive lifestyle changes feel free to contact me.
My practice is client centered, focusing on assistance with goal setting and developing strategies together to help clients meet their individual goals. I work with individuals, couples and families assisting them in making changes that will promote their growth and satisfaction. In addition, I have been working with individuals who are experiencing grief and loss, anxiety and depression. Some of these issues are related to the pandemic, some of these issues have resurfaced due to the recent changes in our world.
If you are looking for assistance with anxiety, depression, relational issues, goal setting, adjustments to difficult situations, substance abuse, grief and loss, or positive lifestyle changes feel free to contact me.
My practice is client centered, focusing on assistance with goal setting and developing strategies together to help clients meet their individual goals. I work with individuals, couples and families assisting them in making changes that will promote their growth and satisfaction. In addition, I have been working with individuals who are experiencing grief and loss, anxiety and depression. Some of these issues are related to the pandemic, some of these issues have resurfaced due to the recent changes in our world.
Molly Hudson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd, CGS
Verified Verified
North Brookfield, MA 01535 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or a life transition? Are you wanting to feel more aware of your emotions, and how to cope with them? Perhaps you have negative thought patterns and wish to feel more grounded and content in daily life. Therapy with me will teach you skills and exercises to counteract negative symptoms you are experiencing and lead you to a happy and balanced life. I have worked with clients aged 16-65, and particularly enjoy working with young adults. I also have experience with gender affirming therapy and welcome those of all identities to work with me.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or a life transition? Are you wanting to feel more aware of your emotions, and how to cope with them? Perhaps you have negative thought patterns and wish to feel more grounded and content in daily life. Therapy with me will teach you skills and exercises to counteract negative symptoms you are experiencing and lead you to a happy and balanced life. I have worked with clients aged 16-65, and particularly enjoy working with young adults. I also have experience with gender affirming therapy and welcome those of all identities to work with me.
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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.