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Joseph R Mccool
Psychologist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301
A doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Boston University and dual licensure as a Psychologist and as a Marriage and Family Therapist; certified by APA's College of Professional Psychology in substance abuse treatment; Clinical Member and Past President of the Massachusetts Division of the American Asociation for Marriage and Family Therapy; Board Certified in Couples' and Family Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology and Past President of the Board's Academy of Family Psychology, the national organization for Board Certified Family Psychologists; listed on the National Register of Health Care Providers in Psychology; on most insurance panels.
A doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Boston University and dual licensure as a Psychologist and as a Marriage and Family Therapist; certified by APA's College of Professional Psychology in substance abuse treatment; Clinical Member and Past President of the Massachusetts Division of the American Asociation for Marriage and Family Therapy; Board Certified in Couples' and Family Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology and Past President of the Board's Academy of Family Psychology, the national organization for Board Certified Family Psychologists; listed on the National Register of Health Care Providers in Psychology; on most insurance panels.
(508) 244-4817 View (508) 244-4817
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Jewell Simmons Healthy Girls & Women Institute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
As a retuning scholar I entered the field of social work as a seasoned individual who continues to utilize current clinical practice and life/lived experiences to support the populations that I serve. My primary expertise is in domestic violence, childhood and adult trauma, loss and grief, anger management, and solution focused therapy. During my 20+ years as an LCSW my goal has been to provide strength’s based, holistic, trauma informed care to people seeking support with their mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and physical well-being. I welcome members of all races, ethnicities, family structures and economic backgrounds.
As a retuning scholar I entered the field of social work as a seasoned individual who continues to utilize current clinical practice and life/lived experiences to support the populations that I serve. My primary expertise is in domestic violence, childhood and adult trauma, loss and grief, anger management, and solution focused therapy. During my 20+ years as an LCSW my goal has been to provide strength’s based, holistic, trauma informed care to people seeking support with their mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and physical well-being. I welcome members of all races, ethnicities, family structures and economic backgrounds.
(508) 321-5129 View (508) 321-5129
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Phernel J Manigat-Healthy Male Institute, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
I also provide LIFE COACHING for men as well: You are at a loss in your life, in your career, in your business, in your relationship with your partner, your spouse, your family, and more, I can help you and support you to bring positive changes in your life.
I provide Mental Health and Emotional Support Services to males. My identified clients are primarily Males, but I am willing to work with all other persons that are important and meaningful in this person's life. My work is to support males' emotional growth, mental stability, and personal development. My goal is to uplift boys, adolescent males, and men. Help these males to explore their humanities and abilities to be HEALTHY BOYS, HEALTHY MEN, HEALTHY PARTNERS, HEALTHY HUSBANDS, HEALTHY FATHERS, to be happy, successful human beings, and to help in Creating HEALTHY families and HEALTHY communities.
I also provide LIFE COACHING for men as well: You are at a loss in your life, in your career, in your business, in your relationship with your partner, your spouse, your family, and more, I can help you and support you to bring positive changes in your life.
I provide Mental Health and Emotional Support Services to males. My identified clients are primarily Males, but I am willing to work with all other persons that are important and meaningful in this person's life. My work is to support males' emotional growth, mental stability, and personal development. My goal is to uplift boys, adolescent males, and men. Help these males to explore their humanities and abilities to be HEALTHY BOYS, HEALTHY MEN, HEALTHY PARTNERS, HEALTHY HUSBANDS, HEALTHY FATHERS, to be happy, successful human beings, and to help in Creating HEALTHY families and HEALTHY communities.
(617) 398-4553 View (617) 398-4553
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Doreen Jackson
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02302  (Online Only)
Are you a parent or individual experiencing any of the following problems: Family or relationship issues, feeling depressed or having difficulty adjusting to any significant life experience? Are you feeling frustrated, powerless, or feeling anxious or depressed? I help and assist you in identifying and addressing what causes these feelings, helping you to resolve your issues as well as providing you with skills and resources to manage now and in the future. I know that the stress of social and environmental issues can have a significant impact on your emotional and mental health.
Are you a parent or individual experiencing any of the following problems: Family or relationship issues, feeling depressed or having difficulty adjusting to any significant life experience? Are you feeling frustrated, powerless, or feeling anxious or depressed? I help and assist you in identifying and addressing what causes these feelings, helping you to resolve your issues as well as providing you with skills and resources to manage now and in the future. I know that the stress of social and environmental issues can have a significant impact on your emotional and mental health.
(774) 217-7835 View (774) 217-7835
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TJocelyne Counseling & Consulting Clinic
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, CCTP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301
My name is Tamarra Aristilde. I am a proud mother, wife, Christian, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and the CEO of the TJocelyne Counseling & Consulting Clinic. My ideal client may be a child, adult, a couple or a family whose unmet emotional and behavioral needs are impacting their functioning in multiple relationship domains, and is contemplating changing their patterns of interactions, behaviors, and thoughts to regain or develop an optimal sense of agency in every aspect of their life. Engaging clients in search of solutions through the use of systemic therapies is my passion.
My name is Tamarra Aristilde. I am a proud mother, wife, Christian, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and the CEO of the TJocelyne Counseling & Consulting Clinic. My ideal client may be a child, adult, a couple or a family whose unmet emotional and behavioral needs are impacting their functioning in multiple relationship domains, and is contemplating changing their patterns of interactions, behaviors, and thoughts to regain or develop an optimal sense of agency in every aspect of their life. Engaging clients in search of solutions through the use of systemic therapies is my passion.
(774) 314-6150 View (774) 314-6150
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Shaunte Kee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), with 10 years of Licensed Clinical Behavioral Health experience. My clinical background derives from psychiatric inpatient, corrections, outpatient services, family community-based programming, and emergency crisis services. Throughout my experiences, I have worked with several diversified populations, which I take great pride in. These opportunities have allowed me to gain first hand experience in truly understanding the value in meeting others where they are. This has been one of the greatest lessons I've embraced as a Clinician.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), with 10 years of Licensed Clinical Behavioral Health experience. My clinical background derives from psychiatric inpatient, corrections, outpatient services, family community-based programming, and emergency crisis services. Throughout my experiences, I have worked with several diversified populations, which I take great pride in. These opportunities have allowed me to gain first hand experience in truly understanding the value in meeting others where they are. This has been one of the greatest lessons I've embraced as a Clinician.
(774) 484-1947 View (774) 484-1947
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Karen L Peabody
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301
I offer individual, group and family therapy.
I have a client-centered treatment approach for all clients. My goal is to provide a warm and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. I specialize in treating Addiction, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Self Esteem Issues and Depression. Everybody has a time in their lives when they need additional support. I understand asking for help is a very difficult. However, making the decision that you will not live in emotional pain for another day is the best decision you can make for yourself. I can help you learning the skills you need to free yourself from this pain.
I offer individual, group and family therapy.
I have a client-centered treatment approach for all clients. My goal is to provide a warm and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. I specialize in treating Addiction, Trauma, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Self Esteem Issues and Depression. Everybody has a time in their lives when they need additional support. I understand asking for help is a very difficult. However, making the decision that you will not live in emotional pain for another day is the best decision you can make for yourself. I can help you learning the skills you need to free yourself from this pain.
(774) 413-7136 View (774) 413-7136
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M L Behavioral Health Services LLC
Counselor, PhD , MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301
My therapeutic style is warm, emphatic ,collaborative, and evidence based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, Family Systems, acceptance and commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I provide individual therapy to assist adults in gaining insight and increased coping abilities that are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression, self image and relationship issues as well as major life transitions( such career, relationship transitions , and first time parents). I enjoy processing / validating and skills based work, incorporating Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, CBT, and ACT and Motivational Interviewing.
My therapeutic style is warm, emphatic ,collaborative, and evidence based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, Family Systems, acceptance and commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I provide individual therapy to assist adults in gaining insight and increased coping abilities that are suffering from stress, anxiety, depression, self image and relationship issues as well as major life transitions( such career, relationship transitions , and first time parents). I enjoy processing / validating and skills based work, incorporating Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, CBT, and ACT and Motivational Interviewing.
(508) 348-7251 View (508) 348-7251
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My Self Oath Inc
Counselor, MS, LADCI, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
We are focused on Clients that are focused and motivated to get better, and are willing to put forth the effort to do so. Clients that are ready to dig deep and work on issues that are way past the surface. Clients who may not initially be in the contemplation stage of change, but knows that change is needed.
We are focused on Clients that are focused and motivated to get better, and are willing to put forth the effort to do so. Clients that are ready to dig deep and work on issues that are way past the surface. Clients who may not initially be in the contemplation stage of change, but knows that change is needed.
(781) 534-1017 View (781) 534-1017
Photo of Eva Gonzalez, Pre-Licensed Professional in Brockton, MA
Eva Gonzalez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301
Are you here because you want to feel like yourself again? Do you constantly have that feeling that nothing will ever change? Perhaps you feel like nothing you do is right or ever enough, or maybe life seems better when you’re in bed sleeping than when you're out there living it. You feel on edge, shaky, tired, and you can’t stop thinking about everything that may be wrong. I am here to help you find hope, take some of that weight off your shoulders, and help you take your life back. You are not alone.
Are you here because you want to feel like yourself again? Do you constantly have that feeling that nothing will ever change? Perhaps you feel like nothing you do is right or ever enough, or maybe life seems better when you’re in bed sleeping than when you're out there living it. You feel on edge, shaky, tired, and you can’t stop thinking about everything that may be wrong. I am here to help you find hope, take some of that weight off your shoulders, and help you take your life back. You are not alone.
(781) 546-4971 View (781) 546-4971
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Justina Malave-Healthy Girls and Women Institute
Counselor, Justina, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds battling a multitude of social issues. I provide support with managing mental health symptoms and guidance to individuals struggling and feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors.
I have experience working with individuals from various backgrounds battling a multitude of social issues. I provide support with managing mental health symptoms and guidance to individuals struggling and feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors.
(508) 691-8977 View (508) 691-8977
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Ranu Aeron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
I work with children and families struggling with emotional concerns - age 6+, and with preteens, teenagers, young adults and adults. I have experience working with PANDAS, OCD & tics, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD. I specialize in the areas of Trauma, Sexual abuse, Dissociative Disorders, Depression, Phobias and short term crisis resolution. I help my clients by utilizing EMDR, TF-CBT or CBT approach to develop effective coping skills to increase personal functioning and resilience, and release past learned maladaptive behaviors/phobias that may be causing dysfunction in their present life.
I work with children and families struggling with emotional concerns - age 6+, and with preteens, teenagers, young adults and adults. I have experience working with PANDAS, OCD & tics, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD. I specialize in the areas of Trauma, Sexual abuse, Dissociative Disorders, Depression, Phobias and short term crisis resolution. I help my clients by utilizing EMDR, TF-CBT or CBT approach to develop effective coping skills to increase personal functioning and resilience, and release past learned maladaptive behaviors/phobias that may be causing dysfunction in their present life.
(508) 456-5939 View (508) 456-5939
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Leading Light Behavioral Health, Inc.
Counselor, MS, LSW, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301
Leading Light Behavioral Health, Inc. is a Black Woman Owned diverse private practice with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other clinicians. We currently offer hybrid (Telehealth and in person) services. LLBH clinicians utilize an array of evidenced-based approaches. We demonstrate a commitment to our core values of Maintaining our integrity at all times, treating everyone with respect and kindness, modeling accountability and honesty, being willing to consistently improve ourselves as we commitment to our clients. LLBH is Trusted and recognized by legal professionals. We prioritize understanding and respecting each individual's unique journey.
Leading Light Behavioral Health, Inc. is a Black Woman Owned diverse private practice with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other clinicians. We currently offer hybrid (Telehealth and in person) services. LLBH clinicians utilize an array of evidenced-based approaches. We demonstrate a commitment to our core values of Maintaining our integrity at all times, treating everyone with respect and kindness, modeling accountability and honesty, being willing to consistently improve ourselves as we commitment to our clients. LLBH is Trusted and recognized by legal professionals. We prioritize understanding and respecting each individual's unique journey.
(508) 232-6608 View (508) 232-6608
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Yvelande Boursiquot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02302  (Online Only)
My ideal client seeks support for issues like racial trauma, depression, anxiety, generational trauma, or maternal mental health. They desire a holistic, client-led approach to address their needs and goals. They want to heal, develop coping strategies, and find purpose. They value a therapist who understands their experiences, offers empathy, and promotes growth. Together, we embark on a transformative journey of empowerment.
My ideal client seeks support for issues like racial trauma, depression, anxiety, generational trauma, or maternal mental health. They desire a holistic, client-led approach to address their needs and goals. They want to heal, develop coping strategies, and find purpose. They value a therapist who understands their experiences, offers empathy, and promotes growth. Together, we embark on a transformative journey of empowerment.
(508) 593-0811 View (508) 593-0811
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Bridgeway Wellness Center
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
Our team of compassionate, diverse, well-rounded mental health providers are trained and equipped to work with a diverse clientele of individuals who are experiencing a variety of behavioral and mental health concerns as well as difficult life transitions. We offer effective, client-centered, outpatient psychological care to children, adolescents, adults, and couples, using a wide range of therapeutic interventions that is individualized to meet our clients' needs.
Our team of compassionate, diverse, well-rounded mental health providers are trained and equipped to work with a diverse clientele of individuals who are experiencing a variety of behavioral and mental health concerns as well as difficult life transitions. We offer effective, client-centered, outpatient psychological care to children, adolescents, adults, and couples, using a wide range of therapeutic interventions that is individualized to meet our clients' needs.
(857) 353-8659 View (857) 353-8659
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Laura Lee
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
I provide counseling to individuals, couples, and families. I believe in creating a supportive environment where you can work through your emotions and struggles. You may be questioning whether to start counseling because you fear being judged, worry about the lack of change, or just think it will be a waste of time. I can assure you change is possible. Counseling helps you move through the process and work towards positive change. In the end there is a sense of relief, closure, increased insight and awareness, and most importantly..progress.
I provide counseling to individuals, couples, and families. I believe in creating a supportive environment where you can work through your emotions and struggles. You may be questioning whether to start counseling because you fear being judged, worry about the lack of change, or just think it will be a waste of time. I can assure you change is possible. Counseling helps you move through the process and work towards positive change. In the end there is a sense of relief, closure, increased insight and awareness, and most importantly..progress.
(508) 242-3289 View (508) 242-3289
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Deborah Lee Jennings
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, FT
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301
I work with clients of various ages across the life span. People who seek my services include individuals, families, and couples. My specialties are children and adolescents, psychological trauma, and grief. I have experience providing treatment for adult and child victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, child witnesses to violence, and survivors of suicide and homicide with traumatic and complicated grief issues. My clients often are struggling with anxiety and mood disorders. Children may have ADHD and other disruptive behavior disorders. Some may have developmental delays and other special needs.
I work with clients of various ages across the life span. People who seek my services include individuals, families, and couples. My specialties are children and adolescents, psychological trauma, and grief. I have experience providing treatment for adult and child victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, child witnesses to violence, and survivors of suicide and homicide with traumatic and complicated grief issues. My clients often are struggling with anxiety and mood disorders. Children may have ADHD and other disruptive behavior disorders. Some may have developmental delays and other special needs.
(508) 455-5032 View (508) 455-5032
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Melissa Mcneil-Pleasant
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02302
Currently Accepting New Clients: Are you sad, angry out of control or not sure where to turn for yourself or for child/adolescent? If you or someone you know needs help give me a call. I enjoy treating a variety of diverse client needs. I will help you step by step to meet your diverse needs one day at a time.
Currently Accepting New Clients: Are you sad, angry out of control or not sure where to turn for yourself or for child/adolescent? If you or someone you know needs help give me a call. I enjoy treating a variety of diverse client needs. I will help you step by step to meet your diverse needs one day at a time.
(781) 347-4435 View (781) 347-4435
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Safe Space Therapeutic Services, Inc.
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
At Safe Space our group of therapists support a variety of clients including children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Each therapist uses their unique skill set to help create an individualized support plan for your specific needs. Our mission is to ensure clients have a safe environment to explore and learn.
At Safe Space our group of therapists support a variety of clients including children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Each therapist uses their unique skill set to help create an individualized support plan for your specific needs. Our mission is to ensure clients have a safe environment to explore and learn.
(781) 506-1934 View (781) 506-1934
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Stoughton Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301
In Person, or Tele-Health Options are available. Accepting new clients. We have many counselor ready to help online or in-person with addiction counseling, relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction counseling, covid-counseling and much more.
In Person, or Tele-Health Options are available. Accepting new clients. We have many counselor ready to help online or in-person with addiction counseling, relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction counseling, covid-counseling and much more.
(781) 412-1224 View (781) 412-1224
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.