Self-Harming Therapists in Swampscott, MA
My focus is to help individuals regain hope that their lives can improve and that they have the potential to be instrumental in this process. With therapy, individuals learn to identify detrimental patterns in their own behavior, thought processes and interactions. When one can step back from oneself in a safe and therapeutic space, perspective, change, and acceptance follows.Anthony Storr puts it beautifully: " Putting things into words has another function, It is the means whereby we detach ourselves from the world about us and from the inner world of our own emotions and thoughts".
My focus is to help individuals regain hope that their lives can improve and that they have the potential to be instrumental in this process. With therapy, individuals learn to identify detrimental patterns in their own behavior, thought processes and interactions. When one can step back from oneself in a safe and therapeutic space, perspective, change, and acceptance follows.Anthony Storr puts it beautifully: " Putting things into words has another function, It is the means whereby we detach ourselves from the world about us and from the inner world of our own emotions and thoughts".
Julie N Tapper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
It is my goal to be able to provide you, your child, & your family with reassurance, safety, care, & strategies to help you/them manage and address whatever has led to this moment. I have worked with children, adolescents, & adults who have mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, oppositional defiant disorders, & post traumatic stress disorders. In my practice I apply trauma-sensitive approaches, collaborative problem solving, behavior consultancy protocols, & cognitive behavioral therapies.
It is my goal to be able to provide you, your child, & your family with reassurance, safety, care, & strategies to help you/them manage and address whatever has led to this moment. I have worked with children, adolescents, & adults who have mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, oppositional defiant disorders, & post traumatic stress disorders. In my practice I apply trauma-sensitive approaches, collaborative problem solving, behavior consultancy protocols, & cognitive behavioral therapies.
My primary goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where personal growth and healing can naturally unfold. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, thoughtfully tailored to meet each client's unique needs. I am deeply passionate about supporting young adults, women, children, and families in recognizing their inherent strengths, processing their emotions, and challenging the negative messages that impact self-esteem. Together, we can work to cultivate positive change and meaningful growth.
My primary goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where personal growth and healing can naturally unfold. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, thoughtfully tailored to meet each client's unique needs. I am deeply passionate about supporting young adults, women, children, and families in recognizing their inherent strengths, processing their emotions, and challenging the negative messages that impact self-esteem. Together, we can work to cultivate positive change and meaningful growth.
I serve a varied population seeking improvement in multiple areas of life. Clients can be as young as three;elders are often 80 yrs+! My work is governed by the principles of respect,compassion and mutuality. I assist those with mood,anxiety,focus problems as well as multiple other disorders impeding life satisfaction. I see couples seeking balance and equity in their relationship endeavoring to strengthen it. My practice reflects the community at large; I see as many women as men and children of all ages and ethnicities. My therapeutic approach: client-centered, strengths-based and eclectic. (**not taking new clients at present**)
I serve a varied population seeking improvement in multiple areas of life. Clients can be as young as three;elders are often 80 yrs+! My work is governed by the principles of respect,compassion and mutuality. I assist those with mood,anxiety,focus problems as well as multiple other disorders impeding life satisfaction. I see couples seeking balance and equity in their relationship endeavoring to strengthen it. My practice reflects the community at large; I see as many women as men and children of all ages and ethnicities. My therapeutic approach: client-centered, strengths-based and eclectic. (**not taking new clients at present**)
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
Paul Falconer
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LADC1, MCCS
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (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.
With over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Meg’s passion has always been to help individuals cope with all life stressors, including, but not limited to, those who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. As a Certified Mindfulness Coach, as well as a Certified Resilience Coach, Meg works with people to increase strength and resilience to grow, gain new perspectives, and live a more fulfilling life.
With over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Meg’s passion has always been to help individuals cope with all life stressors, including, but not limited to, those who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal difficulties. As a Certified Mindfulness Coach, as well as a Certified Resilience Coach, Meg works with people to increase strength and resilience to grow, gain new perspectives, and live a more fulfilling life.
Life is complicated and over time we all develop habits and ways of thinking to get ourselves through it. Although these strategies may be helpful in the moment, sometimes they end up holding us back from happiness and stability in the long run. I view therapy as an opportunity for collaborative healing and growth, whether you’re looking for support and comfort during a difficult time, have never been to therapy before, or are feeling ready to say thank you and goodbye to what’s no longer working for you.
Life is complicated and over time we all develop habits and ways of thinking to get ourselves through it. Although these strategies may be helpful in the moment, sometimes they end up holding us back from happiness and stability in the long run. I view therapy as an opportunity for collaborative healing and growth, whether you’re looking for support and comfort during a difficult time, have never been to therapy before, or are feeling ready to say thank you and goodbye to what’s no longer working for you.
Deborah Nathan
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to my practice. I provide compassionate, respectful therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Using strength based approaches, art and expressive therapies and a post modern framework we will work together to think about what challenges you, and what inner strengths you possess to overcome obstacles in order to reach your fullest potential. Today's modern world is complicated, and often difficult to navigate. We will explore possibilities that will enable you to think more creatively about solutions to difficult problems, allowing you to live more fully, more in the present and with greater joy and fulfillment.
Welcome to my practice. I provide compassionate, respectful therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Using strength based approaches, art and expressive therapies and a post modern framework we will work together to think about what challenges you, and what inner strengths you possess to overcome obstacles in order to reach your fullest potential. Today's modern world is complicated, and often difficult to navigate. We will explore possibilities that will enable you to think more creatively about solutions to difficult problems, allowing you to live more fully, more in the present and with greater joy and fulfillment.
Over 30 years of experience has taught me a lot about how to best help the people I see. In my work, I try to listen, with empathy and respect, and to understand what has happened that has brought someone to my office. Clients often find that being able to talk freely in a safe, confidential relationship gives them relief and helps them to develop a clearer sense of the challenges they are facing. Together, the client and I identify the important stressors and conflicts and work on developing strengths and strategies to help cope better.
Over 30 years of experience has taught me a lot about how to best help the people I see. In my work, I try to listen, with empathy and respect, and to understand what has happened that has brought someone to my office. Clients often find that being able to talk freely in a safe, confidential relationship gives them relief and helps them to develop a clearer sense of the challenges they are facing. Together, the client and I identify the important stressors and conflicts and work on developing strengths and strategies to help cope better.
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Chelsea Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Are you having a hard time figuring it all out? What you want, how to get there, or who you are? If you have big ideas that you’re having a hard time translating into daily life, you’ve come to the right place. I love working with adolescents and young adults who want to create a path towards their goals. I often work with people whose anxiety, depression, trauma, or behavioral struggles have held them back from being able to find the version of themself that they seek. If you know where you want to be but can’t get there or if you don’t even know who you want to be, let’s talk. Find out more here: www.ampersandcounselingma.com.
Are you having a hard time figuring it all out? What you want, how to get there, or who you are? If you have big ideas that you’re having a hard time translating into daily life, you’ve come to the right place. I love working with adolescents and young adults who want to create a path towards their goals. I often work with people whose anxiety, depression, trauma, or behavioral struggles have held them back from being able to find the version of themself that they seek. If you know where you want to be but can’t get there or if you don’t even know who you want to be, let’s talk. Find out more here: www.ampersandcounselingma.com.
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
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
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...
People seek therapy for many reasons; sometimes it is due to historical events that need processing and clearing out, sometimes it is to seek resolution of current life circumstances, such as family or work challenges that make life feel unmanageable. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals and families or all ages with various challenges, and treat a range of challenges, including, but not limited to; Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Poor Self-Esteem, Trauma, Addiction, Interpersonal Relationships, Phase of Life and Adjustment Challenges.
People seek therapy for many reasons; sometimes it is due to historical events that need processing and clearing out, sometimes it is to seek resolution of current life circumstances, such as family or work challenges that make life feel unmanageable. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals and families or all ages with various challenges, and treat a range of challenges, including, but not limited to; Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Poor Self-Esteem, Trauma, Addiction, Interpersonal Relationships, Phase of Life and Adjustment Challenges.
Courtney M Speropolous
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, LSWA, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01904
Often times, life's waves produce times of emotional hardship marked by deep seated feelings of grief, sadness, confusion, depression, worry, and anxiety. Therapy is an opportunity to have the space, support, and safety to address the waves inherent in everyday life without judgment. If you are experiencing a life transition, a break-up, day-to-day parenting and relationship stress, or you are simply being haunted by past events or thoughts that don't seem to budge, therapy can provide an outlet to gain the insight, awareness, and relief you may be seeking.
Often times, life's waves produce times of emotional hardship marked by deep seated feelings of grief, sadness, confusion, depression, worry, and anxiety. Therapy is an opportunity to have the space, support, and safety to address the waves inherent in everyday life without judgment. If you are experiencing a life transition, a break-up, day-to-day parenting and relationship stress, or you are simply being haunted by past events or thoughts that don't seem to budge, therapy can provide an outlet to gain the insight, awareness, and relief you may be seeking.
Cassi Amenta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01902 (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.
As a member of the community, I cultivate an environment that is safe and welcoming for those identifying as LGBTQ+. I support those dealing with more severe psychological conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self harm, personality disorders, and trauma. I also have interest and commitment to helping my clients navigate the unique challenges associated with young adulthood which include the commonly experienced issues of identity exploration, relationship growth, learning to thrive in academic environments, achieving success with vocational pursuits, and establishing independence.
As a member of the community, I cultivate an environment that is safe and welcoming for those identifying as LGBTQ+. I support those dealing with more severe psychological conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self harm, personality disorders, and trauma. I also have interest and commitment to helping my clients navigate the unique challenges associated with young adulthood which include the commonly experienced issues of identity exploration, relationship growth, learning to thrive in academic environments, achieving success with vocational pursuits, and establishing independence.
Danny Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynn, MA 01902 (Online Only)
I provide individual therapy with adults who are ready for change. This may be dealing with issues like ruminating thoughts, anxiety attacks, disassociation, flashbacks, obsessions and compulsions, triggers and cognitive distortions Etc. I specialize in anxiety/panic, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, DID, schizophrenia, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+-related issues as well as many other conditions.
I provide individual therapy with adults who are ready for change. This may be dealing with issues like ruminating thoughts, anxiety attacks, disassociation, flashbacks, obsessions and compulsions, triggers and cognitive distortions Etc. I specialize in anxiety/panic, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, DID, schizophrenia, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+-related issues as well as many other conditions.
Hello, my name is Donna Blume and I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 40 years. I have an open heart and an open mind and I am told by my clients that I have a great sense of humor. Although psychotherapy is a serious business there are times when a sense of humor is very useful. My approach is gentle and direct. My clients also tell me that they feel comfortable with me almost immediately. I am a down to earth person with a down to earth approach.
Hello, my name is Donna Blume and I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 40 years. I have an open heart and an open mind and I am told by my clients that I have a great sense of humor. Although psychotherapy is a serious business there are times when a sense of humor is very useful. My approach is gentle and direct. My clients also tell me that they feel comfortable with me almost immediately. I am a down to earth person with a down to earth approach.
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Self-Harming Therapists
How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.