Female Therapists in Lyme, NH
There are many reasons to come to therapy. I specialize in issues with mood and trauma. Issues with mood can result in feelings of anxiety, depression, low mood or mood swings. There are different ways that this can play out in life. You may be trying to manage deep painful emotions, outbursts of anger, feelings of emptiness, low motivation, lethargy or restless energy. Mood issues may result in difficulty making decisions, issues relating to others, feeling dependent on others, having difficulty saying no or asking for help, perfectionism, rigidity or black and white thinking. I work with issues relating to high intellect as well.
There are many reasons to come to therapy. I specialize in issues with mood and trauma. Issues with mood can result in feelings of anxiety, depression, low mood or mood swings. There are different ways that this can play out in life. You may be trying to manage deep painful emotions, outbursts of anger, feelings of emptiness, low motivation, lethargy or restless energy. Mood issues may result in difficulty making decisions, issues relating to others, feeling dependent on others, having difficulty saying no or asking for help, perfectionism, rigidity or black and white thinking. I work with issues relating to high intellect as well.
Our world is increasingly stressful and demanding and many people are experiencing more worry, sadness, and anger than ever before. If you are experiencing change or loss in your life, it can be even more difficult to feel present and effective. Increasing awareness and understanding of what contributes to challenging situations, as well as a willingness to let go of old ways of coping that may no longer be beneficial, can help build confidence and stability in your life.
Our world is increasingly stressful and demanding and many people are experiencing more worry, sadness, and anger than ever before. If you are experiencing change or loss in your life, it can be even more difficult to feel present and effective. Increasing awareness and understanding of what contributes to challenging situations, as well as a willingness to let go of old ways of coping that may no longer be beneficial, can help build confidence and stability in your life.
Although I have experience treating a broad array of diagnostic categories, my approach is centered on treating the whole person. I look toward an understanding of the behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and ways of interacting that individuals repeat in spite of a wish to behave differently. My focus is on helping patients hear beyond what they know themselves to be saying, which, in my experience, allows individuals to feel more freedom and less angst in being in the world. I find that I am most helpful with people who want to know themselves better, or feel differently on a deep level.
Although I have experience treating a broad array of diagnostic categories, my approach is centered on treating the whole person. I look toward an understanding of the behaviors, thoughts, feelings, and ways of interacting that individuals repeat in spite of a wish to behave differently. My focus is on helping patients hear beyond what they know themselves to be saying, which, in my experience, allows individuals to feel more freedom and less angst in being in the world. I find that I am most helpful with people who want to know themselves better, or feel differently on a deep level.
I am an active therapist, sensitive and authentic, with a deep respect for diversity and the individual's own path. Together we'll examine your life, alert to possible contradictions, exploring the wisdom or effectiveness of certain behaviors or beliefs. Through supportive listening, education, empowerment and expert guidance, you can become more aware of unhealthy patterns and hidden strengths, leading you to make positive changes to improve your life experience, strengthening your sense of what you want and what makes you feel good, moment to moment and long term. I do therapy with people struggling with a range of problems:
I am an active therapist, sensitive and authentic, with a deep respect for diversity and the individual's own path. Together we'll examine your life, alert to possible contradictions, exploring the wisdom or effectiveness of certain behaviors or beliefs. Through supportive listening, education, empowerment and expert guidance, you can become more aware of unhealthy patterns and hidden strengths, leading you to make positive changes to improve your life experience, strengthening your sense of what you want and what makes you feel good, moment to moment and long term. I do therapy with people struggling with a range of problems:
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults and groups. I believe therapy is about developing a supportive, collaborative relationship, as the therapeutic relationship guides everything. I help people identify patterns of thinking and acting that are getting in their way. We explore how these patterns emerged and work towards healthy solutions and positive life changes. I have training working with individuals who have experienced trauma and suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. I also assist people in identifying thinking patterns and behaviors that have led to the use of drugs and alcohol to self medicate difficult feelings and emotions.
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults and groups. I believe therapy is about developing a supportive, collaborative relationship, as the therapeutic relationship guides everything. I help people identify patterns of thinking and acting that are getting in their way. We explore how these patterns emerged and work towards healthy solutions and positive life changes. I have training working with individuals who have experienced trauma and suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. I also assist people in identifying thinking patterns and behaviors that have led to the use of drugs and alcohol to self medicate difficult feelings and emotions.
I am accepting new clients. My practice centers on a commitment to people being heard and respected regardless of the challenges that they may be experiencing. I will help you to understand how your thoughts, feelings and core beliefs influence choices in your world.
I am accepting new clients. My practice centers on a commitment to people being heard and respected regardless of the challenges that they may be experiencing. I will help you to understand how your thoughts, feelings and core beliefs influence choices in your world.
Holly Pierce
Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, RPT-S, SEP
Verified Verified
Lyme, NH 03768
Not accepting new clients
When I meet you, I will be curious how life really is for you. We will explore—at a pace that feels safe and manageable to you—who you are as a whole person including what you would like support and healing around. My priority will be for you to feel seen and heard. And to have agency at each step of the way, as we choose techniques and approaches that fit your needs best. I have many years of training and experience under my belt, and letters after my name (which translate to: licensed clinical mental health counselor, registered play therapist, and somatic experiencing practitioner), but I am first and foremost a fellow human
When I meet you, I will be curious how life really is for you. We will explore—at a pace that feels safe and manageable to you—who you are as a whole person including what you would like support and healing around. My priority will be for you to feel seen and heard. And to have agency at each step of the way, as we choose techniques and approaches that fit your needs best. I have many years of training and experience under my belt, and letters after my name (which translate to: licensed clinical mental health counselor, registered play therapist, and somatic experiencing practitioner), but I am first and foremost a fellow human
Eleanor Lowenthal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lyme, NH 03768
Not accepting new clients
I work with couples and individuals to identify patterns of behavior that negatively impact their ability to function as the best versions of themselves. I use an existential focus to help clients navigate life changes, beginning with entering adolescence and progressing to moving away from home, marriage and relationship, birth of a child and loss or death of a loved one. I engage with my clients compassionately and collaboratively.
I work with couples and individuals to identify patterns of behavior that negatively impact their ability to function as the best versions of themselves. I use an existential focus to help clients navigate life changes, beginning with entering adolescence and progressing to moving away from home, marriage and relationship, birth of a child and loss or death of a loved one. I engage with my clients compassionately and collaboratively.
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Maggie Hooker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, MSW, LCMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
Hanover, NH 03755 (Online Only)
You are here because you are seeking support and a space to explore and unearth challenges. Whether it is anxiety, depression, relationship distress or addiction struggles, therapy can help. I use a client-centered, collaborative approach to recognize areas of discord and strategize to interrupt unhealthy patterns in your life. Together we will work to identify and chart a path forward.
You are here because you are seeking support and a space to explore and unearth challenges. Whether it is anxiety, depression, relationship distress or addiction struggles, therapy can help. I use a client-centered, collaborative approach to recognize areas of discord and strategize to interrupt unhealthy patterns in your life. Together we will work to identify and chart a path forward.
In my 45 years of experience as a licensed therapist working with individuals and couples, I've learned that we all want understanding, respect, and love. We want fulfillment, meaning, and happiness - individually, and in our relationships. Psychotherapy can help us develop the insights and skills we need to understand, respect, and love ourselves and others. We can change worn out, old habits, build resilience, and become more of who we long to be.
In my 45 years of experience as a licensed therapist working with individuals and couples, I've learned that we all want understanding, respect, and love. We want fulfillment, meaning, and happiness - individually, and in our relationships. Psychotherapy can help us develop the insights and skills we need to understand, respect, and love ourselves and others. We can change worn out, old habits, build resilience, and become more of who we long to be.
As a clinical psychologist & psychoanalyst with close to 30 yrs of clinical experience, I have the training & perspective to help you get to the bottom of your issues & navigate life's challenges with deeper self-awareness & fulfillment. Whether you are caught in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with self-esteem or identity issues, or wrestling with the troubled world in which we live, you will find me to be a highly perceptive, sincere & compassionate presence dedicated to understanding you & facilitating your healing & growth. I also offer EMDR for entrenched patterns. Tele-therapy only.
As a clinical psychologist & psychoanalyst with close to 30 yrs of clinical experience, I have the training & perspective to help you get to the bottom of your issues & navigate life's challenges with deeper self-awareness & fulfillment. Whether you are caught in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with self-esteem or identity issues, or wrestling with the troubled world in which we live, you will find me to be a highly perceptive, sincere & compassionate presence dedicated to understanding you & facilitating your healing & growth. I also offer EMDR for entrenched patterns. Tele-therapy only.
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, NH 03755 (Online Only)
Is there a disconnect between you and your partner(s) when it comes to your sex life? If so, please do not wait to get support! Because we were taught so little about sex, many of us shy away from the topic, but that just worsens things. Sex can start to feel like a chore and lack of sex can become the elephant in the room. It can even cause the end of your relationship if left unaddressed long enough. Before I became a sex therapist, I also found myself in this situation in my long-term relationship. But after 10,000 hours of coaching and counseling clients and becoming an AASECT certified sex therapist, I am confident I can help!
Is there a disconnect between you and your partner(s) when it comes to your sex life? If so, please do not wait to get support! Because we were taught so little about sex, many of us shy away from the topic, but that just worsens things. Sex can start to feel like a chore and lack of sex can become the elephant in the room. It can even cause the end of your relationship if left unaddressed long enough. Before I became a sex therapist, I also found myself in this situation in my long-term relationship. But after 10,000 hours of coaching and counseling clients and becoming an AASECT certified sex therapist, I am confident I can help!
Rachel Morin
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, NH 03755 (Online Only)
I have been in the mental health field since 2009. I work with adolescents, teenagers, and adults, specializing in anxiety disorders, OCD, and depression. With a background as Associate Clinical Director in a short-term residential treatment program for teenagers with anxiety and OCD, I am extensively trained in Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), and Dialectic Behavior Therapy.
I have been in the mental health field since 2009. I work with adolescents, teenagers, and adults, specializing in anxiety disorders, OCD, and depression. With a background as Associate Clinical Director in a short-term residential treatment program for teenagers with anxiety and OCD, I am extensively trained in Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), and Dialectic Behavior Therapy.
Anya Raven Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, NH 03755 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! These are stressful times. People are anxious, not sleeping well, finding it hard to cope, overeating, or turning to other not-so-healthy habits. Therapy CAN help! So can learning to take better care of yourself (including getting enough sleep and receiving real support) and improving your coping skills. And hypnotherapy and imagery can help shift habits and patterns that don't serve you, as well as help you access healing.
Accepting new clients! These are stressful times. People are anxious, not sleeping well, finding it hard to cope, overeating, or turning to other not-so-healthy habits. Therapy CAN help! So can learning to take better care of yourself (including getting enough sleep and receiving real support) and improving your coping skills. And hypnotherapy and imagery can help shift habits and patterns that don't serve you, as well as help you access healing.
Licensed in NH & MA - It is my goal to provide you with a warm and non-judgmental environment to help you overcome anxious thinking patterns, life stressors and wounds of the past. I will provide you with various skills to manage your anxiety, articulate your thoughts and feelings, heal from trauma, grief/loss, and gain a fuller understanding of self. Nature lovers may be interested in outdoor Walk & Talk sessions, as time outdoors has been empirically proven to be beneficial for mental and physical health.
Licensed in NH & MA - It is my goal to provide you with a warm and non-judgmental environment to help you overcome anxious thinking patterns, life stressors and wounds of the past. I will provide you with various skills to manage your anxiety, articulate your thoughts and feelings, heal from trauma, grief/loss, and gain a fuller understanding of self. Nature lovers may be interested in outdoor Walk & Talk sessions, as time outdoors has been empirically proven to be beneficial for mental and physical health.
My experience is in treating depressive and anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. I also particularly enjoy working with young adults and adults experiencing more complex and severe forms of mental illness (including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other forms of psychosis ). Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a collaborative process in which we’ll work together to identify what you hope to address and create a strategy to achieve your goals. Often it can be helpful to better understand the complex pattern of interactions between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
My experience is in treating depressive and anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. I also particularly enjoy working with young adults and adults experiencing more complex and severe forms of mental illness (including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other forms of psychosis ). Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a collaborative process in which we’ll work together to identify what you hope to address and create a strategy to achieve your goals. Often it can be helpful to better understand the complex pattern of interactions between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
Lynne Walker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, NH 03755
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sad, struggling to make sense of these complex and challenging times? Do you need help moving forward to create more joy, meaning, and purpose in your life? Do you recognize the need for change, but struggle to follow through with necessary steps that would enhance your well-being? I believe that we all have what we need inside of us to realize our dreams and make the desired changes to become the person we want to be. However, sometimes we need a compassionate guide to help us navigate the path.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sad, struggling to make sense of these complex and challenging times? Do you need help moving forward to create more joy, meaning, and purpose in your life? Do you recognize the need for change, but struggle to follow through with necessary steps that would enhance your well-being? I believe that we all have what we need inside of us to realize our dreams and make the desired changes to become the person we want to be. However, sometimes we need a compassionate guide to help us navigate the path.
Heather Wilcoxon
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, NH 03755
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma in individuals of all ages. I work to look under the surface and get to the root cause that is contributing to the symptoms keeping my clients stuck from living a fulfilling life. We will work together to understand what is happening in your brain and body, work through current and past stressors that are contributing to your current symptoms, and develop coping strategies to be able to better manage stressors.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma in individuals of all ages. I work to look under the surface and get to the root cause that is contributing to the symptoms keeping my clients stuck from living a fulfilling life. We will work together to understand what is happening in your brain and body, work through current and past stressors that are contributing to your current symptoms, and develop coping strategies to be able to better manage stressors.
Dana Belletiere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, NH 03755 (Online Only)
You may be struggling with perfectionism, shame and guilt, anxiety, self-doubt, and issues with control. You identify as a helper, caretaker, and/or highly sensitive individual. You want to improve how you feel, but have trouble finding the time and energy for yourself. You want a plan to create a more intentional and satisfying day-to-day life, set clear boundaries, and seek to gain greater independence, freedom, and a sense of self-empowerment. In your therapeutic work, you are hoping to cultivate self-worth, take excellent care of themselves, and let go of shame and fear.
You may be struggling with perfectionism, shame and guilt, anxiety, self-doubt, and issues with control. You identify as a helper, caretaker, and/or highly sensitive individual. You want to improve how you feel, but have trouble finding the time and energy for yourself. You want a plan to create a more intentional and satisfying day-to-day life, set clear boundaries, and seek to gain greater independence, freedom, and a sense of self-empowerment. In your therapeutic work, you are hoping to cultivate self-worth, take excellent care of themselves, and let go of shame and fear.
You feel like the black sheep of your family; like you never really fit anywhere. You feel like something is “off” but can’t quite put your finger on what is causing your discomfort. You may feel like you’re stuck in your past, unable to move forward and create the life you want. You’re tired of the same unsatisfying relationships that happen over and over again. You crave closeness with others but find it difficult to let people in. You worry about people leaving you. You might feel or have even been told by family in one way or another that you’re the problem.
You feel like the black sheep of your family; like you never really fit anywhere. You feel like something is “off” but can’t quite put your finger on what is causing your discomfort. You may feel like you’re stuck in your past, unable to move forward and create the life you want. You’re tired of the same unsatisfying relationships that happen over and over again. You crave closeness with others but find it difficult to let people in. You worry about people leaving you. You might feel or have even been told by family in one way or another that you’re the problem.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.