Harvard Pilgrim Therapists in Merrimack, NH

I enjoy working with professional adults and motivated older adolescents who are struggling with mental disorders and life challenges. I have been working in the mental health field for over 22 years. I specialize in treating ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. I have the dual benefit of historically working in medical, hospital and institutional settings and approaching the practice of psychotherapy from a holistic perspective (mind, body and spirit). I especially enjoy approaching psychotherapy from a Cognitive Behavioral Perspective as well using mindfulness to assist patients who are struggling.

Hello! I would like to support you to discover your strengths, resiliency, and to feel empowered in your life. In a warm, safe, collaborative environment, we create a positive path together towards your well-being. Utilizing your inherent strengths and coping strategies with skills and approaches, we will uncover negative thought patterns or behaviors, stuck places, and create new paths forward. Reconnecting with your healthy self, we will navigate through present transitions, pain, or loss in order to transform your connection with yourself and others.

Life brings many Challenges. Are you Feeling Overwhelmed? Fearful? Do you feel broken? Are you struggling with PTSD? Are you suffering from anxiety and depression? Are you having problems with your relationships? Are you using substances to cope? You may be struggling to manage or stop behaviors that create shame, guilt or ongoing regret. Well these things can throw you off balance. Make the first step! And let me help…… My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to discuss your concerns. We will work together to discover your strengths and learn new coping strategies. I utilize various therapeutic approaches.

Relationship concerns? Our relationships with others define us in many ways. Whether its marriage or other intimate relationships, co-workers, friends, or family members, we live in a world of connection with others. I can help you better understand yourself as a relational being and turn that understanding into improved satisfaction with yourself and those you are involved with. After all, isn't it the quality of our relationships that determines the quality of our lives for most of us?

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.

Whether you are interested in therapeutic services for yourself or the entire family, we will be with you shoulder to shoulder throughout your process of change, growth, and development.

Personal crisis recovery, whether due to divorce, child/family disruption, death of loved one(s) ; personal identity development, pastoral counseling and spiritual development. Interpersonal relationship concerns : man to woman, parent to child, parent about child, man to man, woman to woman. I will walk the woods with you until a clearing is gained. It's all about the journey. Certified training as a life/ career coach at UNH, the only university based coaching training in the country. Coaching inquiries are welcomed.

Are you experiencing stress from home, work, school, or do you feel less joy in your everyday life? It can be intimidating to need or ask for help, but sometimes we need to work through our own struggles, with the help from others. I will help you to build new and effective coping skills that are tailored to your situation. These methods are designed to work through your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. together we can get control back in your life.

Are you feeling overwhelmed in your daily life, have difficulty shutting your brain off, or find yourself worrying about almost anything? Counseling may be the right step for you. Counseling is a collaborative effort between you and me to help identify the thoughts that interfere with your life in a negative way. With work, you can gain better control over unhelpful thoughts. Everyone has the ability to change, my job is to guide and support you through the process. I believe in creating a safe and judgement free experience for you to explore what you want to change and what gets in the way.

Do you find yourself struggling with how to manage feelings of worry and sadness? Do these feelings have a negative impact on your relationships, self-esteem and day to day functioning? Since 2006, I have been providing outpatient psychotherapy to individuals who are struggling to make sense of their emotions and have a desire to learn how to manage them better. I strongly believe that people have the ability and strength to make positive life change and that therapy is a collaborative effort.

Making the decision to begin counseling can be intimidating and also rewarding. I am here to support you on this journey with a genuine, compassionate, and curious mind. I have been licensed for 10 years. I currently hold a license in NH, MA and VT. I provide a solution-focused, person-centered approach to therapy. I specialize in topics such as emotional regulation, worry, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, and stress management.

If you realize that you are feeling perplexed, down or anxious or in a transition and could use someone to talk with I believe that I may be able to help. I am a Roman Catholic priest who transitioned into marriage as a priest and learned a lot about new beginnings and human growth in the process. My wife and I have been married for almost 43 years. I'm learning a lot. My training as a mental health clinician able to help a person integrate their own spiritual values in their relationships and life decisions has been valuable.

I am a solution-focused therapist who primarily uses cognitive behavioral techniques to address a range of problems and symptoms including family dynamics, marital issues, divorce, parenting, parent-child and family issues, adolescent issues, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and grief and loss. I treat adults and adolescents. I have more than fifteen years of clinical experience.

I offer individual therapy to older adolescents and adults in a small private practice setting which allows me to personalize my service to you. I specialize in working with those who have problems as a result of having suffered trauma at some time in their lives, whether during childhood or more recently. I am able to offer help regulating difficult emotions, such as depression, anxiety and anger. I can also work with you to strengthen your sense of self-worth and relationships with others. I most enjoy helping people gain greater self-knowledge for a more fulfilling life.

I love being able to assist people in reaching their full potential. The purpose of our sessions is to create a confidential and professional relationship dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. It is imperative to the therapeutic process that you are comfortable with and confident in your treatment provider. I have dedicated my career to supporting adults, children and couples. I have been fortunate enough to pursue a career as a helping professional and I truly enjoy my work. I hope if some of this has resonated with you, you will contact me and allow me to be of service.

The summer is a great time to get your children a "tune up". Any behavioral issues or mood dysregulation this year we can work on intensively for 8 weeks this summer. Children can learn coping skills and communication strategies to prepare for next year. I am very familiar with 504 plans and IEPs. Please just give us a call or send me an email and we have daytime openings all summer long.

NOTE: Due to high referral volume, Telehealth Video Adult Therapy appointment times available only at this time (in person and child therapy slots currently full). Elisabeth Thorpe is a licensed mental health counselor and founder of BrightMinds Counseling New Hampshire PLLC. Elisabeth offers in person and virtual appointments at her Bedford NH practice to children, teens, and adults. She also frequently works with young adults and college-age students to promote resiliency and stress management. Learn more about her practice, educational qualifications and clinical background at brightmindsnh.com.

I believe the path to recovery begins with finding your inner strength, empowering yourself and sometimes reaching out for help. If you are struggling with substance abuse or co-occurring issues, I am here to offer guidance and support. I have been working in the addictions field for over 6 years in a multitude of settings. I have worked within the prison system offering substance abuse treatment to both men and women. I have also worked as a clinician within a non-profit organization. Working in these settings have taught me that their is no cookie cutter approach to substance abuse treatment, everyone's path is different.

Please Read: Accepting new clients except for EAPs or Managed Medicare products at this time we have reached our max caseload for these plans, we have immediate openings for all other health plans. Wanderlust is a group practice that offers independently licensed clinicians, pre-licensed professionals, and clinical students that treat a wide array of mental health and addiction disorders. Our staff provide individual, family and group counseling to children, adolescents and adults. We will work with you to develop a treatment plan that will address your strengths and needs.