Therapists in Springfield, MA

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.

Accepting New Intakes Now! I believe that life is built on our relationships with each other and to ourselves. The relationship to ourselves is the one we often forget about. Life has a funny way of reminding us that we are not perfect and many things are out of our control. This can cause us to become afraid, angry, irritable, depressed, overbearing, rebellious, tearful.....But, then what? It is often the case that we like to avoid difficult feelings and hope that they will go away on their own. Sometimes they do...and sometimes they don't.

We all get stuck sometimes in this overwhelming world. Let me help you learn the skills you need to navigate various life stressors, and restore a harmonious balance to your mental health. I work with all populations however, have specialized training and experience in the Veteran population as well as people who suffer with substance use.

One Monarch Place, Suite 530 Springfield, MA 01144 4134043548

My ideal client would be someone who is ready and willing to participate in treatment. I am comfortable with an array of different diagnoses and struggles. Their needs would include working towards tangible goals that we are able to breakdown in the treatment setting. They may want to work on self-esteem, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms etc. They would want to minimize their symptoms and improve everyday functioning. The goal would ultimately be to no longer need treatment as they have reached their goals.

I'm not sure I believe in an Ideal client; I think all clients are Ideal, no matter their life circumstances. Life is like a rollercoaster, and when you're going down, you may need someone to be there and help talk you through it. However, If I had to choose, it would be a client having difficulty with self-esteem, self-worth, and depressive symptoms and needing additional assistance building coping skills but expressing readiness to change.

It is my professional and personal opinion that mental health treatment is not as effective without spiritual wellness. I believe that most individuals can improve their mental health if they start working on finding purpose, committing to values and finding the meaning of life. There are some therapeutic interventions and skills that specifically address spiritual wellness and I will like to introduce them to individuals struggling with feeling spiritually broken or lost.

If you and/or your love ones are struggling with life, work, family or school, I can help with getting "unstuck." With 15 years counseling experience and training from Columbia University, I utilize specialized skills in CBT/DBT to support professionals, young adults, youths and families living and working in greater New Jersey. I will identify the triggers that you need help with, and create an action plan to help you move forward. IMPORTANT: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR Telehealth/Telemedicine sessions, private pay and out-of-network insured ONLY. Please check back for updates to insurance.

I am a licensed clinician out of the state of Massachusetts. I have worked as an outpatient clinic for five years in community mental health care. I have worked with people from all ages, backgrounds, and diagnosis.

I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.

I, Tanesha Pickard, LICSW, am a highly skilled and compassionate mental health professional with over 18 years of experience in the field. As one of the founders of Be Mindful Clinic LLC, I dedicate my career to helping individuals improve their mental well-being and lead fulfilling lives. I have received comprehensive training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Motivational Interviewing. These therapeutic modalities equip me with a diverse set of tools to address a wide range of mental health issues.

Welcome! I am a social worker providing therapy throughout the commonwealth of Massachusetts. I work with individuals experiencing challenges throughout the reproductive spectrum. I have an interest and specialize in working with individuals and couples experiencing infertility as well as those using assisted reproduction to grow their family. I also believe that supporting friends and family of those struggling with infertility is important and can be complex and confusing at times. I am also trained in EMDR and utilize this frequently in practice. ​

Currently- limited availability for daytime sessions: in person and virtual I enjoy supporting adults with navigating life changes, anxiety, social, racial, and cultural challenges. I have experience working with multigenerational families and enjoy working with expecting/ new parents and supporting the parent-child dyad. I am also experienced in providing reflective supervision, consultation and career coaching.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, bilingual in Spanish and English, who believes in a "whole person, whole health”, strength-based, treatment approach. I believe that our Mental/Emotional/Behavioral health Matters. Combined, they are fundamental to our ability as humans to think, emote, interact with each other and optimize our life quality and satisfaction . As such, my team and I work collaboratively with each client to provide culturally sensitive, evidenced based services, using creative and inspiring interventions catering to a diverse groups of all ages; human service professionals, first responders and teachers

I understand the impact of Adverse Childhood Experience on individuals and their families. I have a soft heart for those who have had traumatic negative experiences from the criminal justice and child welfare systems. I've been driven by the needs of different communities through volunteer experiences. I bring a wealth of knowledge on Special Populations to include those struggling with Substance Use Disorder as well as those exposed to Domestic Violence.

Life as a young person nowadays can feel overwhelming. With constant pressure to succeed academically, land your dream job straight out of school, be popular on social media, and have an active social life, it's no wonder rates of anxiety and depression are skyrocketing. As a therapist who has worked extensively with young people, I understand the unique struggles you face. I provide a relaxed, non-judgmental environment for you to open up about relationship troubles, academic stress, career indecisiveness, loneliness, and any other issues weighing you down.

My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.

Are you an artist who is surrendering to life's challenges that prevent you from what's possible inside of your craft? Like: up all night worrying, constantly at loggerheads with your partner, have a lot to say to the world but don't know where to start, or you've reached a block or dead end in your creativity. You want time and energy to create your jaw-dropping art! And to have happy relationships with your partner and your kids, sleep well at night, contribute something to society, and have time to fully enjoy your life.

When emotions and behaviors are difficult to manage, help is here at Just Grow Therapy. Looking at challenges, past hurts, patterns of behavior and reactivity is hard work and you won't be alone during this journey. Talk therapy can be helpful when sorting through these struggles and I am here to help you. I welcome you to meet with me to explore the inner workings of the struggles. You are the hero of your own story. I look forward to meeting with you soon! Best wishes, Krista