Couples Counseling Therapists in Massachusetts
Michelle Lynn Selden
Counselor, MS CMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Grief and Couples Therapy.
Currently Full- Wait list only- Welcome! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist here to help you. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to? Are you looking to work through past trauma, have help with anxiety, learn coping strategies and understand who you really are? Let's work together to help you find your path through waves of wellness.
I specialize in Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Grief and Couples Therapy.
Currently Full- Wait list only- Welcome! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist here to help you. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to? Are you looking to work through past trauma, have help with anxiety, learn coping strategies and understand who you really are? Let's work together to help you find your path through waves of wellness.
Jana Sax
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02460 (Online Only)
Over the past 20 years I have learned that my clients come to therapy to be heard, understood, and to make sense of the complicated issues and relationships in their lives. People begin therapy for many reasons; feeling stuck, overwhelmed,confused or consumed with anxiety and depression. Couples come to therapy to improve their communication, to increase their co-parenting skills, or to enhance their emotional and physical intimacy. A good psychotherapy relationship can improve your feeling of well-being. It can be helpful during periods of transition and provide a safe place to explore past traumas or recent losses.
Over the past 20 years I have learned that my clients come to therapy to be heard, understood, and to make sense of the complicated issues and relationships in their lives. People begin therapy for many reasons; feeling stuck, overwhelmed,confused or consumed with anxiety and depression. Couples come to therapy to improve their communication, to increase their co-parenting skills, or to enhance their emotional and physical intimacy. A good psychotherapy relationship can improve your feeling of well-being. It can be helpful during periods of transition and provide a safe place to explore past traumas or recent losses.
Joe DeAngelis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02420
I have advanced training in Couples Therapy (including Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT), Group Therapy and Individual Psychotherapy/Contemporary Psychoanalysis.
Are you as happy as you'd like to be? I can help you understand and address the root causes of what's blocking you from accomplishing what you want in life. Whether it's help with a recent 'life transition' situation, or dealing with longer-standing issues of depression, anxiety or difficulties in relationships, I'm confident I can help.
I have advanced training in Couples Therapy (including Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT), Group Therapy and Individual Psychotherapy/Contemporary Psychoanalysis.
Are you as happy as you'd like to be? I can help you understand and address the root causes of what's blocking you from accomplishing what you want in life. Whether it's help with a recent 'life transition' situation, or dealing with longer-standing issues of depression, anxiety or difficulties in relationships, I'm confident I can help.
Sylvia Rubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
I have been in clinical private practice for 45 years, working with both couples and individuals.
Although conflict is inevitable in all intimate relationships, problems that continue to spiral out of control are not. The key to interrupting this painful cycle is learning to communicate constructively in ways that make it possible to manage conflict and get back to intimate connection. While couples are aware of the importance of communication, they are often unable to implement effective skills. The Intentional Dialogue, the cornerstone of Imago Therapy, provides the safety so that you can truly understand and be understood your partner.
I have been in clinical private practice for 45 years, working with both couples and individuals.
Although conflict is inevitable in all intimate relationships, problems that continue to spiral out of control are not. The key to interrupting this painful cycle is learning to communicate constructively in ways that make it possible to manage conflict and get back to intimate connection. While couples are aware of the importance of communication, they are often unable to implement effective skills. The Intentional Dialogue, the cornerstone of Imago Therapy, provides the safety so that you can truly understand and be understood your partner.
Andrea J Keaveny
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
If you are experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with relationship and/or marital issues, reproductive and postpartum challenges, impaired fertility, difficulty with depression, anxiety, and communication issues then I believe I can be a support to you. If you have experienced trauma I am here to help you. I work very effectively with individuals while utilizing the perspective of the individual within a relational system. I have a special interest in working with first responders and their families and I believe it is a privilege to help those who protect and serve others.
If you are experiencing a significant life transition, struggling with relationship and/or marital issues, reproductive and postpartum challenges, impaired fertility, difficulty with depression, anxiety, and communication issues then I believe I can be a support to you. If you have experienced trauma I am here to help you. I work very effectively with individuals while utilizing the perspective of the individual within a relational system. I have a special interest in working with first responders and their families and I believe it is a privilege to help those who protect and serve others.
Lindsay Dearborn Butters
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hingham, MA 02043
Waitlist for new clients
My therapeutic style integrates approaches from several schools of thought. However, I tend to favor the client centered and relational approaches to therapy. I help my patients understand how their past and unconscious experiences shape who they are. This integrative style helps patients to effectively link their past, present, and future. I also value the healing power of relationships, which includes the relationship between patient and therapist. I am committed to a collaborative approach to therapy and I value the input of my patients about what they want out of treatment.
My therapeutic style integrates approaches from several schools of thought. However, I tend to favor the client centered and relational approaches to therapy. I help my patients understand how their past and unconscious experiences shape who they are. This integrative style helps patients to effectively link their past, present, and future. I also value the healing power of relationships, which includes the relationship between patient and therapist. I am committed to a collaborative approach to therapy and I value the input of my patients about what they want out of treatment.
Ann L. Vasey
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hudson, MA 01749 (Online Only)
Each person's needs are assessed to develop an approach which is best suited to the individual. Collaboratively a treatment plan is created, building on strengths. In addition to traditional therapy, a holistic approach is available. Traditional therapy with listening, assessment, support, and presenting an objective view enables positive movement. Integrating many perspectives widens the opportunity for balanced change. Drawing on over twenty years of experience, I counsel adults, adolescents, couples, and provide family therapy.
Each person's needs are assessed to develop an approach which is best suited to the individual. Collaboratively a treatment plan is created, building on strengths. In addition to traditional therapy, a holistic approach is available. Traditional therapy with listening, assessment, support, and presenting an objective view enables positive movement. Integrating many perspectives widens the opportunity for balanced change. Drawing on over twenty years of experience, I counsel adults, adolescents, couples, and provide family therapy.
Anne Liblich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Do you or a loved one struggle with disordered eating, or a possible eating disorder? Sometimes it is difficult to know when it is cause for concern, however if there is an unhealthy relationship with food that is enough to warrant therapeutic intervention. I am an experienced eating disorder therapist with an abundance of knowledge in the field, and open to provide help. I offer treatment for disordered eating, bulimia, anorexia, ARFID, orthorexia, yo-yo dieting, and body image issues. In addition I specialize in anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I welcome all ages, genders and backgrounds and have tele-health availability.
Do you or a loved one struggle with disordered eating, or a possible eating disorder? Sometimes it is difficult to know when it is cause for concern, however if there is an unhealthy relationship with food that is enough to warrant therapeutic intervention. I am an experienced eating disorder therapist with an abundance of knowledge in the field, and open to provide help. I offer treatment for disordered eating, bulimia, anorexia, ARFID, orthorexia, yo-yo dieting, and body image issues. In addition I specialize in anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I welcome all ages, genders and backgrounds and have tele-health availability.
Tanya Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02129 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients! Contact by email preferred. Telehealth only. Congrats on choosing to seek out therapy! It can be a life changing experience. Please read through my profile and website to see if we're a good fit. I have worked with people of all backgrounds but I generally work with LGBT folks and POC. I work with clients on self-esteem, body positivity, anxiety management, trauma symptoms, and relational issues. As a human and a provider, I am feminist, anti-racist, fat positive, sex positive, pro-science, pro-vaccine, and pro-LGBT. I also offer relationship therapy including therapy for polyamormous individuals.
Accepting new patients! Contact by email preferred. Telehealth only. Congrats on choosing to seek out therapy! It can be a life changing experience. Please read through my profile and website to see if we're a good fit. I have worked with people of all backgrounds but I generally work with LGBT folks and POC. I work with clients on self-esteem, body positivity, anxiety management, trauma symptoms, and relational issues. As a human and a provider, I am feminist, anti-racist, fat positive, sex positive, pro-science, pro-vaccine, and pro-LGBT. I also offer relationship therapy including therapy for polyamormous individuals.
Anner B. Eliot
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Southborough, MA 01772
Dr. Eliot is a licensed psychologist specializing in relationally based psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Dr. Eliot is a licensed psychologist specializing in relationally based psychotherapy with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Erin Zeiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Medford, MA 02155 (Online Only)
My experience has led me to enjoy working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families.
Hi there! My name is Erin and I'm a therapist at Mountain View Therapy. I'm deeply passionate about providing mental health care for all and firmly believe that Narrative Therapy offers the best approach to exploring each person's unique story and the hopes they hold for their lives. Our counseling practice is grounded in the principles of Narrative Therapy, recognizing the profound impact of stories in shaping lives, relationships, and communities. Through Narrative Therapy, we strive to assist our clients in discovering the narratives that support their preferred lives.
My experience has led me to enjoy working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families.
Hi there! My name is Erin and I'm a therapist at Mountain View Therapy. I'm deeply passionate about providing mental health care for all and firmly believe that Narrative Therapy offers the best approach to exploring each person's unique story and the hopes they hold for their lives. Our counseling practice is grounded in the principles of Narrative Therapy, recognizing the profound impact of stories in shaping lives, relationships, and communities. Through Narrative Therapy, we strive to assist our clients in discovering the narratives that support their preferred lives.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pembroke, MA 02359
At this time, I only have morning and early afternoon availability. Welcome to my profile! I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field, and seven of those years were specific to counseling. I currently provide services to individuals, couples, and families. I work specifically with adolescents, young adults, and adults. My focus areas include life transitions, grief and loss, stress management, and trauma. I have experience with individuals impacted by various mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder I and II, and borderline personality disorder.
At this time, I only have morning and early afternoon availability. Welcome to my profile! I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field, and seven of those years were specific to counseling. I currently provide services to individuals, couples, and families. I work specifically with adolescents, young adults, and adults. My focus areas include life transitions, grief and loss, stress management, and trauma. I have experience with individuals impacted by various mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder I and II, and borderline personality disorder.
Celia Mackinnon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
Waitlist for new clients
The most valuable part my work with you is our relationship.
Thank you for considering my profile. I am licensed both as a Mental Health Counseler and a Marriage and Family Therapist. A guiding belief in my work is an unconditional regard for the individual value of each person. I have a variety of training (Pyschodynamic, cognitive behavioral, relational EFT, EMDR etc.)and use an ecelectic approach. I have been working with children and their families in a varity of settings, for almost 30 years. I have extensive experience working with a variety of diagnosis. I also have a bachelor degree in working with Young Children with Special Needs.
The most valuable part my work with you is our relationship.
Thank you for considering my profile. I am licensed both as a Mental Health Counseler and a Marriage and Family Therapist. A guiding belief in my work is an unconditional regard for the individual value of each person. I have a variety of training (Pyschodynamic, cognitive behavioral, relational EFT, EMDR etc.)and use an ecelectic approach. I have been working with children and their families in a varity of settings, for almost 30 years. I have extensive experience working with a variety of diagnosis. I also have a bachelor degree in working with Young Children with Special Needs.
Kathy Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Franklin, MA 02038
I work with individuals and couples in a caring and compassionate environment to help them feel better about themselves and their relationships.
The uncertainty and polarization in the world today are intensifying many of our feelings of isolation, sadness, anxiety, and depression. Some people are experiencing stress levels that seem overwhelming at times. Would you like a safe place to talk through your feelings and learn new ways to cope?
I work with individuals and couples in a caring and compassionate environment to help them feel better about themselves and their relationships.
The uncertainty and polarization in the world today are intensifying many of our feelings of isolation, sadness, anxiety, and depression. Some people are experiencing stress levels that seem overwhelming at times. Would you like a safe place to talk through your feelings and learn new ways to cope?
Robert M Mello Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, MA, CSAT
Verified Verified
Westborough, MA 01581
Do you ever wonder about or question your relationship to sex? Is there just never enough sex? Do you struggle with emotional intimacy and connecting with others? Do you notice that you repeatedly lie to others, even those closest to you, about your sexual behaviors? As a trained Certified Sexual Addiction therapist (CSAT) I can help you to be curious about, answer, make sense of, and navigate these and many other complex questions. Through a detailed, comprehensive assessment and evaluation process I can help you determine if you have a Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder that would benefit from specific intervention and treatment.
Do you ever wonder about or question your relationship to sex? Is there just never enough sex? Do you struggle with emotional intimacy and connecting with others? Do you notice that you repeatedly lie to others, even those closest to you, about your sexual behaviors? As a trained Certified Sexual Addiction therapist (CSAT) I can help you to be curious about, answer, make sense of, and navigate these and many other complex questions. Through a detailed, comprehensive assessment and evaluation process I can help you determine if you have a Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder that would benefit from specific intervention and treatment.
Elizabeth (Libby) Shapiro
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lexington, MA 02421
I work with people in individual, couples and group therapy, depending on their particular problems and preferences.
Most often people come to therapy because they are experiencing some depression or anxiety related to their relationships, work, or sense of themselves. Despite this pain, making the decision to enter into therapy is often difficult. It takes great courage and a certain amount of hope. It is important to find a therapist with whom you think you will eventually be as open and honest as possible; someone who is non-judgmental, and who can both give and accept feedback. I will take the initial sessions to help us figure out if we can be good collaborators in this undertaking.
I work with people in individual, couples and group therapy, depending on their particular problems and preferences.
Most often people come to therapy because they are experiencing some depression or anxiety related to their relationships, work, or sense of themselves. Despite this pain, making the decision to enter into therapy is often difficult. It takes great courage and a certain amount of hope. It is important to find a therapist with whom you think you will eventually be as open and honest as possible; someone who is non-judgmental, and who can both give and accept feedback. I will take the initial sessions to help us figure out if we can be good collaborators in this undertaking.
Joanie O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
South Hadley, MA 01075 (Online Only)
I have enjoyed working as a psychotherapist for 30+ years. I am a family systems oriented, psychodynamic clinician with a wide range of treatment approaches. I treat families and individuals experiencing transitions, loss and trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, behavioral or relationship problems. When I work with youth, parental involvement is requested. Treatment can be fluid to include siblings, parent/child and individual therapy. With all clients, the goals of acceptance, healing and growth occur within a positive and safe environment. I believe that feeling worthwhile and having hope are key elements to mental health.
I have enjoyed working as a psychotherapist for 30+ years. I am a family systems oriented, psychodynamic clinician with a wide range of treatment approaches. I treat families and individuals experiencing transitions, loss and trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, behavioral or relationship problems. When I work with youth, parental involvement is requested. Treatment can be fluid to include siblings, parent/child and individual therapy. With all clients, the goals of acceptance, healing and growth occur within a positive and safe environment. I believe that feeling worthwhile and having hope are key elements to mental health.
Marjan Taleshian
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139 (Online Only)
I provide individual psychotherapy and have experience working with people who struggle with a variety of life challenges and emotional concerns including relationship issues, work and academic struggles, family difficulties, codependence, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. My practice welcomes adults with all gender identities and diverse backgrounds. I specialize primarily in psychodynamic and psychoanalytically-oriented therapy and integrate different treatment approaches, when appropriate, to address the unique needs and concerns of each person.
I provide individual psychotherapy and have experience working with people who struggle with a variety of life challenges and emotional concerns including relationship issues, work and academic struggles, family difficulties, codependence, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. My practice welcomes adults with all gender identities and diverse backgrounds. I specialize primarily in psychodynamic and psychoanalytically-oriented therapy and integrate different treatment approaches, when appropriate, to address the unique needs and concerns of each person.
Barbara Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
I work collaboratively with each client-- Individually or in Couples-- to create an environment in which the healing process can take place.
"PEACE. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still BE CALM IN YOUR HEART" (author unknown). Has childhood trauma, relationship difficulties, or life circumstances created emotional pain, physical pain, confusion, or self-doubt? Each of us has the capacity and potential to live a peaceful, fulfilling, and satisfying life. We can work together to make this growth possible. I have extensive experience in transforming patterns that cause depression, anxiety, distress, and disconnection from one's self and others.
I work collaboratively with each client-- Individually or in Couples-- to create an environment in which the healing process can take place.
"PEACE. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still BE CALM IN YOUR HEART" (author unknown). Has childhood trauma, relationship difficulties, or life circumstances created emotional pain, physical pain, confusion, or self-doubt? Each of us has the capacity and potential to live a peaceful, fulfilling, and satisfying life. We can work together to make this growth possible. I have extensive experience in transforming patterns that cause depression, anxiety, distress, and disconnection from one's self and others.
Abby White
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Medford, MA 02155 (Online Only)
Building a strong relationship with my client is essential for the therapeutic work.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults with matters relating to law and mental health. I help clients resolve challenges regarding anxiety, depression, relationships, divorce, child custody, school/work adjustment and transitioning homes adjustment. Additionally, I help clients of all ages face day to day life challenges.
Building a strong relationship with my client is essential for the therapeutic work.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults with matters relating to law and mental health. I help clients resolve challenges regarding anxiety, depression, relationships, divorce, child custody, school/work adjustment and transitioning homes adjustment. Additionally, I help clients of all ages face day to day life challenges.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.