Female Therapists in Amherst, NH

It can feel overwhelming to work on who we are while we are also trying to work on the day to day challenges that arise in all of our lives. Often we're told we just need to change our mindset when we know it's bigger than that. You may find you're stuck making the same choices and falling into the same patterns and relationships all the while feeling disconnected from the people and the world around you.

Hi. I am a licensed psychologist lucky enough to love what I do. I have a thriving private practice working exclusively with adults in individual and couples/marital therapy. Whether you want help with personal/emotional struggles, relationships, stresses of everyday life, or a life crisis, I can help you feel more settled and confident about yourself and your life. Rooted in the present or past, issues including anxiety, depression and self-esteem may be interfering with your happiness and effectiveness. My approach varies with your particular needs but is always rooted in a safe and caring relationship and dedicated to promoting positive change.

Making a connection and being understood are essential to a positive and productive therapeutic alliance. My clients say they feel relief and gain insight which helps them enjoy a better quality of life and better relationships. I have 2 locations- the Wellness Seed Collective in Amherst and Stepping Stones Farm in Temple. We can meet in the office to explore struggles, develop strategies and resolve issues. We can also go outside to partner with horses for the powerful experiential method of Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy.

If you are going through something and need some support, it would be my honor to try to help you out. What you might face now may have something to do with the past, and may also impact the future for the worse if something isn't done now, in the present. I would enjoy working with you to consider the past and future while also focusing on the present as much as possible in order to glean what is most within your control, what are your resources and options, your abilities and limitations, how do we honor and validate these while also encouraging some change, and how do we tolerate what is outside of our control, etc.

I am currently welcoming new clients into my practice who are wanting to make positive changes in their life. My approach is client centered in order to honor each individual's story as well as assist in their healing process. Both my clientele and the therapeutic modalities I use are very eclectic and differ depending on what serves each client best in their life journey. I am passionate about supporting those who struggle with anxieties relating to sense of self, family dynamics, life transitions, perfectionism, and trauma. My goal is to guide you in becoming your unique version of "best self."

I value creating a therapeutic plan for you that is effective and offers tangible outcomes tailored to meet your personal objectives.

I have been practicing as a licensed mental health professional for over 30 years. I have a Masters in Counseling Psychology obtained in 1989 from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon. I was licensed in Oregon until my move to New Hampshire where I became licensed in the state of NH. I am an active member of the NH Mental Health Counseling Association. I have experience working in inpatient and day treatment hospital settings, community mental health, private practices and have spent over 17 years with a regional hospital in both their group psychology practice and co-located in a medical practice.

Are you seeking a transformative approach to mental health that goes beyond the conventional? Welcome to Summit Counseling and Consulting, LLC, your premier out-of-network private practice specializing in person-centered holistic mental health. We believe that true wellness encompasses the mind, body, and spirit, and our integrative treatments are designed to nurture all aspects of your well-being. At Summit Counseling, we understand that every individual is unique, which is why our personalized care plans are tailored to meet your specific needs to assist you through your healing process. We see preteens, teens and adults.

I believe that individuals deserve to live their life with less difficulty no matter how their biosocial makeup has been developed. Life continues despite how intensely challenging it can be. We are not in control of most situations, except of our own thoughts and actions. We do have a choice to continue to move forward in any circumstance that we are in, even if we feel like we can not. This can feel overwhelming and difficult, or even lonely, to take that first step. With a safe therapeutic space and down to earth soothing tone, we can work through these vulnerable steps together.

Adolescents rock! Adolescence sucks... As the adult emerges, the need to separate and individuate is primal and the ensuing metamorphosis affects all important relationships. Adapting to the rights and responsibilities of the emerging adult can be confusing and frustrating and make for multitudes of conflicts. As a therapist, I am pragmatic and practical, look for ways to support the process of growing up, teach necessary skills to increase interpersonal effectiveness and mindful self-care. My goal is to help individuals understand their needs and as to achieve a sense of fulfillment and independence necessary to satisfying living.

We are looking for clients that are motivated to make lasting changes in their lives. Most clients are looking for a nonjudgmental listener that can competently address their presenting issues and provide skills, tools and a trusting therapeutic relationship. As human beings we all have the need to be accepted, heard and understood. Our practice is supportive in nature and our approach is based in attachment and relational psychotherapy. Essentially, we work with people we like and who want to change their lives and the way they function. We manage an interactive client portal to allow supportive communication in between sessions.

I am an experienced trauma informed Wellness Coach, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner, Registered Art Therapist, and Reiki healer. I have 15 years experience working with a variety of ages and populations. My clinical background includes training in DBT, CBT, and ACT. These therapeutic approaches provide practical tools for managing emotions, challenging negative thought patterns, and fostering personal growth.

Offering neuroaffirming Autism and AD/HD evaluation for children and adults. I am a holistic, person-centered clinician and use a collaborative approach to support my clients in exploring the ways that societal, familial, and intergenerational trends have impacted their self-concept, sensed safety in relationship, and coping strategies. Utilizing a blend of Polyvagal theory, CBT, ACT, and mind-body interventions, I aim to support clients in understanding the root causes of their stuck points and challenges and replacing undesirable coping strategies with ones that align with their goals.

Newly postpartum? Didn't expect to feel this way? Maybe you felt much better after your first baby? Pregnant and overwhelmed? Struggling to cope with your fertility journey? Well then, Welcome! Therapy is a process of self-discovery and healing. I believe that you are the expert, and I’m here to help organize and make sense of your thoughts, and put some of those puzzle pieces together. Whether you’re struggling with how to take control of intrusive thoughts, understand your emotions, struggling to cope with stress, or finding yourself feeling confused with who you are now, I am here to help guide you on your journey.

I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor with a PhD in psychology and research. I have over 20 years' experience in the field. For some people it may be difficult to talk with a counselor; whether it is their first time, or they have previous experience with therapy. My style is very relaxed, and client friendly. I am experienced in diagnosing mental health disorders, coping strategies, psychological education, and symptom management. I listen to my clients to help them understand their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I identify their unique needs and together we create realistic treatment goals and effective strategies.

I am interested in working with individuals who are motivated to transform their life by being willing to look honestly at themselves and make the changes necessary to do so.

Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety? Are you unhappy in your relationship? Are you experiencing a stressful life transition? Do you want to lead a more fulfilling and joyful life but just can't seem to get there? If you would like to achieve mastery over your emotions, be supported through a difficult time, have more meaningful relationships, or just experience life in a more positive and fulfilling way, then I can help you. I will work with you to give you the skills you need to reach your goals.

When you look at your present life, what is it you see? When you search your feelings about who you are now, are there changes you want to make? The stress and responsibilities of life can result in feeling depressed, anxious, alone, thinking there is no one who can help you through. I would like to offer you a therapeutic opportunity to create a life you want to live.

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