Therapists for Teens in Springfield, MA

I have been in the field for almost two decades; however, I have been engrossed in various community outreach through my adulthood. While I am passionate about many things, I am most passionate about serving at-risk youth navigate their adolescent and young adulthood. I am a former foster parent, specializing in caring for teens, and child welfare worker with a unique perspective to offer at-risk youth. I believe in advocacy and ensuring individuals have the resources required to meet their needs.

Welcome to my practice! My name is Brittany Higginbotham, and I bring a decade of clinical experience to help you navigate life's challenges. I am an LPC in Connecticut and an LMHC in Massachusetts. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, which has enriched my eclectic approach to therapy. This versatility allows me to tailor my methods to suit each client's unique needs, ensuring a strong and effective therapeutic relationship. My areas of expertise include addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, adolescent challenges, and family issues.

You are not alone. Life is full of ups and downs, with many challenges. Each transition can bring stress, anxiety, fear, insecurities, and negative emotions. Together we can embark on YOUR journey of self-discovery, by building daily skills around empathy, self compassion building healthy relationships.

Does your family need help navigating relationships? Many people face challenges that affect numerous areas of their life such as the way they think, feel, and act. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and transitional-age youth in a therapeutic environment to help them overcome their obstacles using strength-based and client-centered techniques while emphasizing a cognitive-behavioral therapy approach. I believe that by working together with clients they gain coping skills/insight and learn how to foster healthy and happy relationships where they can be successful in reaching their goals

I'm a first generation Haitian-American who takes pride in following my passion for service, while supporting and guiding clients of our community. I have always worked serving communities of color, including being a fierce advocate.

Wait time 1-4 months depending on availability Finding a therapist can be difficult and intimidating. I have provided therapy and other therapeutic services for children and adolescents for over 10 years. I offer a strengths-based perspective and help to identify and build on your current strengths to meet your goals. I provide a peaceful and nonjudgmental space for you to explore your feelings and identify and navigate the challenges that you face. I work to find the style that meets your needs often integrating solution focused and dialectical models.

Are you feeling lost, hurt, or trapped by your past experiences? Do you find yourself struggling to trust others, control your emotions, or break free from harmful habits? Maybe you've been trying to manage on your own, but the weight of your pain and the stress of everyday life have left you feeling overwhelmed.

My ideal client is somebody who embraces and trusts the process and is willing to share their experiences. Challenges can range based on the support they are seeking. Their needs can be anything from support, stabilization, resources for community-based support, and building a quality supportive network. Their goals are to increase autonomy and self-advocacy with the desire to have more good days and recover to be the best version of themselves.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.

I am the owner/operator of D'Angelo Educational Services, LLC. My goal in establishing an independent practice was to bring a range of school psychological services directly to districts, students, and families. I am pleased to offer Autism assessments including ADOS-2 evaluations in addition to comprehensive psychological and psycho-educational evaluations. Related services and speech/language evaluations are also available through a professional partnership with experienced SLPs. I have a passion for working with children, families, and educators and helping to put supports in place to see our next generation of students succeed.

I am a licensed psychologist, bilingual in English and Spanish. With over 17 years of experience working in community mental health, schools, nursing homes, healthcare system and private practice, I have served individuals from the age of 6 to 99 who have struggled with a wide variety of behavioral and mental health concerns including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression and trauma. In order to treat mental health concerns, I have been trained in different models including DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, hypnosis and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. I also specialize in psychological testing for Autism, ADHD, dementia and R/O of other diagnoses.

With a talent for holding space and adept interpersonal and communication skills, I am dedicated and diligent, delivering high-level performance. Fluent in English and Spanish, I bring cultural competence to my practice. Holding a Master’s in Social Work, I leverage these skills to collaboratively define and achieve clients' goals. Through empathetic listening and tailored interventions, I support clients in navigating challenges and fostering positive change. With experience working with clients impacted by trauma from ages 4-84, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support for each individual's unique journey.

Are you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed? Reaching out can be hard and I am so proud of you! It can feel strange and scary to share what hurts. These first steps are some of the hardest, bravest steps we take. They can also be the most exciting and empowering steps! These are your steps toward hope and toward healing! I am here to help begin the process of healing and becoming a better you. My goal and desire are to help teach you and provide you with the essentials to overcome your obstacles.

You are way more resilient than you may think! Let me help you through the process of change…whether you are (a couple) adjusting to a new chapter in your life, or going through a challenging time, my services can help you by providing a safe space where you can sort through your thoughts & feelings. Talking out loud about what is going on in your mind, even if you do not think it makes any sense, and explaining it to someone skilled in active listening, helps clarify the things that may be challenging you. Putting things in perspective. Releasing tension. Coming up with a plan. These are the just some of the benefits!

Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.

My ideal client has either experienced a past trauma and/or is dealing with anxiety or depression. This client can be someone diagnosed with ASD, as I enjoy working with neurodiverse populations. This client should want guidance and support to develop emotional regulation skills, build positive relationships with others, or process their emotional experiences. I can help support those going through various life transitions, as well as help people develop self-awareness and understanding.

I currently have flexible evening openings! I know life can be really tough sometimes, can't it? Whether you're dealing with old wounds, relationship problems, money worries, or just trying to figure out what's next, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You might be battling depression, anxiety, or feeling lost and alone. That's a lot to handle, but you don't have to do it all by yourself. I've been working with adults and families from all walks of life for over 20 years now, and I get it.

We are wired to flourish in connection, authenticity, mutual empathy, and mutual empowerment. Seeking help and beginning your transformational journey requires you to be vulnerable. We will work together to create a safe non-judgmental space for you to explore what has brought you to therapy, and identify what you would like to change through our work together.

My name is Shanna (Shay-nah) McNamara and I love my job! I have been working in the social work field for 13 years, and have been a therapist for over 8 years. Being a therapist is one of the most rewarding things I have accomplished, and I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to ensure we are on track towards their identified goals. I always prioritize the clients desires and needs out of treatment, and remind my clients I am not “magic,” I am a human helping other humans with life’s messy struggles, one step at a time. My clients have said they appreciate my honest approach with humor and laughter along the way.