Therapists in Nahant, MA
Dr. Dianne Doyle Pita
Clinician
License Type(s): Ph.D.
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoaching
25 years offering treatment
Hi! I am a licensed psychologist, certified Master Addiction Counselor, and author. I have 20-plus years of experience working in private and public agencies, including hospitals, rehabilitation programs, and halfway houses. I have helped many people with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, attachment, codependence, substance abuse and other addictive behaviors, relationship issues, parenting problems, and career challenges. I have also taught counseling courses and provided clinical supervision at a college level. In addition to my Ph.D., in psychology from Boston University, I also have a post-doctorate in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (Sargent College, Boston University), as well as Certification in Rational Emotive Therapy. I am the author of several textbooks on addiction counseling: Mastering Addictions Counseling, and Addiction Counseling (publication by Crossroads, NY, NY. In addition, I have co-authored a book on Severe Mental Illness and Addictions (Boston University, Integrated Treatment for People with Co-occurring Disorders). My approach is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with empathy and respect. I am non-judgmental and genuine. My primary therapeutic approach is motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Motivational interviewing helps you identify what it is you value and from that starting point, what goals you are motivated to achieve. We work together to create a treatment plan adapted to your individual needs and goals. Cognitive-behavioral therapy focuses on your beliefs or thoughts and the relationship between your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. We know that by changing our beliefs, we can change our feelings and behaviors. "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to treat a wide range of issues. It's often the preferred type of psychotherapy because it can quickly help you identify and cope with specific challenges. It generally requires fewer sessions than other types of therapy and is done in a structured way. (Mayoclinic, 2019). My approach includes a treatment plan and, usually, psychoeducation in the form of worksheets. It takes courage to seek a more purposeful and satisfying life and to take the first step toward change. If you are ready to take that first step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Christina DeSantis
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LICSW,CCM
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment
Hello, my name is Christina DeSantis. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Simmons College. I have been in the Human Services field for over 15 years. I’ve worked as a therapist in various capacities for over 10 years. I have worked with individuals of all ages. The areas in which I have the most exposure are with people dealing with addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, people dealing with life changes, and people who are struggling with emotional distress due to medical conditions. I do not subscribe to one treatment modality in particular. I think it is important to customize treatment based on the person’s individualized needs. I do have experience in using Cognitive -Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. As a therapist, I consider my most important values to be the ability to be open-minded, empathetic and non-judgmental. I believe the thing that sets me apart from other therapists is my ability to be real and authentic but being compassionate at the same time. I strongly believe in honesty within a therapeutic relationship. I commit myself to being honest to the people I work with. In return, I hope to provide a safe space for people to be comfortable and candid. I understand that therapy can be hard work, and taking the steps towards working on you can be scary. My hope is to be a guide in this experience and to offer support as you tackle some of life’s biggest challenges. I look forward to walking through this important journey with you.
Brian (Scott) Brewington
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesCoachingADHD
12 years offering treatment
Scott Brewington is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts who has over five years of experience partnering with children, young adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, race, sexuality & gender expression, trauma & coping, and relationship issues. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at William & Mary and received his Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work with a focus on Health And Mental Health from Boston College School of Social Work. Scott utilizes a relational and collaborative approach to psychotherapy. Together with Scott, clients will choose which modalities work best toward reaching their individual goals. Modalities that Scott regularly incorporates into his practice include internal family systems, narrative, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral, Gottman, mindfulness based, solution focused. Scott always leaves room for creativity, flexibility and new points of view that are necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. Scott seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to assist in building on your strengths and better collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you value and desire.
Hope Schaffrick
Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
22 years offering treatment
Educated, understanding, and experienced. I am an empathic and versatile clinician. I went into counseling to share my knowledge so others too can rise to their potential. I offer client centered therapy to meet you where YOU are. You can expect a person who listens. You can expect a professionaI. I studied Clinical Psychology at Tufts University in Boston and received my Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Connecticut. My experience includes 19 years in hospital and outpatient social work with ages 18 and above, in a variety of areas such as depression, anxiety and panic, grief, trauma, coping with medical issues, geriatrics, caretaking, career and lifespan issues, divorce, and single parenting. I am licensed in Washington State, Utah, Maine, and Massachusetts. I enjoy the seasons, gardening, cooking, and rescuing dogs.
Dr. Yehoshua Othniel
Clinician
License Type(s): D. Min.,LSCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefCareer difficultiesDepression
13 years offering treatment
I am a Qualified Mental Health Practitioner with over 15 years experience . While working towards my Clinical license as a Social Worker the focus of my practice was in Geriatric Psych. I primarily worked with Seniors age 60 years and over. After getting my Clinical level license I began to work with outpatient adults in a community mental health center whose ages ranged from 5 years old to 80 plus. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach is an eclectic. I employ multiple theories and techniques in order to meet the specific needs of my patients. Today my practice focuses on the treatment of Anxiety and Depression. The tag line in the advertisements for my private practice reads, "Helping you put the pieces of the puzzle together since 2019." This has been and continues to be my passion. If you're feeling confused and stalled let me help. I'm not everyone's cup of tea but I might be yours; Taste and see!
Stephanie Gildea
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
8 years offering treatment
My name is Stephanie I have been in the Mental Health field for the past 8 years since graduating with my Masters Degree in Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I enjoy working with all age ranges. I am always willing to go the extra mile to make sure my clients get the support and resources that they need to see improvements. I am flexible and make sure to put my client's need at the top of my list. I am here to support and empower you as the client. I look forward to working with you !
Josephina Leveroni
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
5 years offering treatment
Hi y'all! Welcome to my profile. I'm Jojo Leveroni-- a licensed clinical social worker in Massachusetts with 4 years of professional work experience. I have worked in both hospital settings and residential settings with people of all ages, but primarily with kids, teens and young adults. I have a passion for helping others learn about themselves and resolve issues that come up with friends, families, and their inner self. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I do my best to be as transparent and real with my clients to create an open and safe environment where they can feel comfortable telling me anything without fear of judgment. I know it takes so much courage to ask for help and I'm glad you're here. Hope to see you soon!
Kellie Foster
Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching
10 years offering treatment
Hello, and welcome to my virtual office! I would first like to acknowledge your strength and courage in taking this step toward making your mental health and wellness a priority. To tell you a bit about my background, I am a licensed therapist in FL, MA, OR, and WA with over 10 years experience working with a variety of populations as I have strived to assist clients on their journey toward hope, growth, and healing. I am also well-versed in providing teletherapy services,. I would describe my style as laid back and conversational in nature. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership, in which the therapeutic alliance sets the foundation for successful outcomes. As an integrated therapist, I reject a “one size fits all” approach. I draw from various modalities as necessitated by the presenting issue, and believe that techniques should be tailored to individualized needs. I seek to minimize “labeling,” and strive to make a genuine human connection with clients as they share their unique worldview and experiences. Ultimately, I believe it is the client who is the expert of his or her own life. It is my goal to provide an empathetic space where clients feel safe and empowered to be their authentic selves and live in their truth. I look forward to working with you, and believe that together, we can foster positive change in your life.
Dayna Pitzer
Clinician
License Type(s): MSSA,LISW-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
18 years offering treatment
At the start of 2022 I realized that through BetterHelp I could finally reach my goal to work private practice full - time. Through my career, I have primarily worked with adults in various settings, but in 2016 shifted my dedication to teenagers in the criminal justice system. I have Hospice experience which is where I gained my passion for grief and loss as well as dealing with phase of life changes. This hit home to me hard, in 2016 as I watched and cared for my mother who battled Ovarian Cancer. She passed away November 2019 and I took a step back from my private practice work and just focused on my healing as well as my work at the Juvenile Center. In August of 2020, I started back up with private practice and did this with BetterHelp. Once 2022 hit, I was ready to transition from working with teens in the juvenile justice system and the parents of juvenile delinquency, to taking a step with BetterHelp full time. I have experience with inpatient psychiatric care, crisis intervention, hospice, and chronic medical illness, as well as a wide range of mental health and relationship issues. I have a passion for helping people find peace of mind and strength to work on the challenges that they are facing.
Linda Fairclough
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
22 years offering treatment
I am a licensed independent social worker based in Massachusetts with over 22 years of professional work experience in hospital, school and community mental health settings. I have experience in helping clients with issues including stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief and loss, & depression. My treatment approach is primarily based on a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Client Centered Therapy. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared freely without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Mental health therapists in Nahant available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Nahant therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Nahant therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Nahant region and in the state of Massachusetts.
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Therapists in Nahant can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Nahant may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
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