Therapists in Somersworth, NH

"It's a good day to have a good day". This quote hangs in my office and serves as a reminder that you can take control of your day and how it is perceived. Today is a new beginning and an opportunity for change. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LCMHC) with several years of experience in treating a variety of mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have almost 10 years of experience working with adolescents and teenagers and have attended several evidence-based trainings specific to children's mental health. I also have extensive training in trauma work and cognitive-behavioral therapy. At this time, my work is focused on children 12+, adults, and couples. My approach to counseling is patient-driven. I believe that in order for counseling to be effective, my clients need to feel safe and have trust in our working relationship. Therapy isn't about being told what to do and using a "one size fits all" approach to happiness. It's about guiding you to discover what you need and working together to meet your goals. I'm here to listen to your needs and develop goals that we can work on together.

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 struggles, with the help of others. I will help you to build new and practical coping skills that are tailored to your situation. These methods are designed to work through your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. As a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC), I treat individuals with illnesses ranging from anxiety, depression, phobias, and other stressors. I specialize in treating adults, primarily with CBT or therapies that focus on staying in the present, developing goals, and building strategies that are solution focused. I have been working in the field of counseling since 2012. I started my career working with non-profit grants to help veterans, the homeless, and underserved populations. Helping them cope with their current situations, and building strategies, skills, and goals to help them improve their current situation. 2017 I was given the opportunity to build a mobile crisis unit in the state of NH to help individuals who were dealing with crisis 24/7 days a week. These experiences gave me tools, understanding, and most of all the knowledge that anyone can improve their life if they so choose to.

Hi , My name is Terry Hamilton and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire & Vermont. My experience varies although I have the most experience working with post traumatic stress/trauma, anxiety, depression, military and family and attachment issues. I believe in whole health through integrating a person-centered, approach to connect clients to their internal and external resources. I have been trained in DBT, Brainspotting, Prolonged Exposure and Psychodynamic therapy. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor . Additionally, I have completed many more hours of continuing education on trauma, anxiety, and complimentary practices. 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 availability is mostly afternoon/evening and some weekend hours. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

I am a clinical mental health counselor licensed in Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine, and Utah, a Creative Arts Therapist, and an internationally credentialed Registered Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT) with 20+ years experience working with people of all ages, from very young children through elders. I offer integrative and holistic counseling tailored to your individual needs. My approach is humanistic, narrative, and contemplative with a focus on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of each person and their lives as a whole. I work with you to design an approach to therapy that meets your unique needs and goals. My specialty areas include: life transitions; anxiety; environmental illnesses (e.g., long-COVID, MCAS, mast cell disorders (MCD), chemical sensitivities, chronic fatigue, ehlers-danlos, irritable bowel, allergies, and other related illnesses); elders and elder care/caregiver supports; chronic illness; grief & loss; life-style changes. Whatever your goals may be, you can be living a fuller life - let's make the change together! Day, evening, & weekend sessions available!

I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire (License # 2518) with 3 years of clinical mental health counseling experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I am a Professional Member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA). As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I am governed by the AMHCA Code of Ethics. I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2019, from Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH. I am also a Reiki Master which I currently do not practice on others. I use it for my own personal growth and spirituality. Before entering private practice, I worked with families who are working with DCYF on reunification due to neglect or abuse at Home Base Collaborative Family Counseling (HBCFC). I have also worked with students who have difficulties engaging in school by helping develop a School to Home Connections program at HBCFC. I was the DBT Coordinator at HBCFC and completed the Marsha Linehan, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Intensive Training from Behavioral Tech facilitated by Anthony P. DuBose, PsyD and Vibh Forsythe-Cox, PhD on 11/14/2022. Currently, I provide individual therapy for a wide variety of difficulties. My main areas of focus are anger, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I work with all ages. I use many different modalities such as CBT, Person Center, Solution Focused, and DBT. Since my DBT training I have focused on using DBT skills (mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, Walking the Middle Path, and emotion regulation). DBT is an evidenced based practice and although the strongest evidence exists for DBT as a treatment for people with borderline personality disorder, DBT has been found to be effective for a wide variety of mental health conditions and a way to make your life worth living. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New Hampshire with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

My name is Carole LaFreniere, and I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma and sexual assault. I have my Masters in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington, and hold certifications as a Trauma Professional, Grief Therapist and as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. I have training in EMDR as well as Cognitive Processing Therapy. I have worked in the mental health field for the last 6 years, both with inpatient psychiatric patients and individual patients in the community. I consider the client/therapist relationship to be the most important piece in therapy. I believe in a collaborative approach to setting goals and working on problems with an eye to finding solutions. My approach in therapy combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I take a strengths approach and consider the whole person in the environment they are in. Since everyone is an individual, I will work with you to design a personalized treatment plan to meet your goals. I am non-judgmental, empathetic and incorporate a sense of humor into our session. If your ready to take the first steps toward making changes, i would love to help you achieve those changes. I take appointments in the evenings and weekends to accommodate working adults.

Dr. Vernice Richards is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who is committed to helping you on your journey towards mental and emotional well-being. As a liscenced Mental Health Counselor with expertise in evidence-based therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based approaches, Dr. Richards creates a safe and collaborative space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, Dr. Richards will work closely with you to identify your unique needs and goals. She believes in empowering you to develop resilience and make positive changes in your life. With her expertise and support, you can gain self-awareness, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and achieve lasting positive change. You can trust Dr. Vernice Richards to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment where you can explore your concerns and work towards your goals. Through her expertise, compassion, and unwavering support, she will guide you towards greater mental well-being and help you lead a more fulfilling life. Take the courageous step towards healing and growth by reaching out to Dr. V today.

I am licensed in New Hampshire and South Carolina with 8 years of professional experience as a mental health counselor. I have experience in helping adolescent and adult clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management and parenting concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion with a philosophy that all individuals have the capacity within themselves to heal. My work with clients is focused on trauma-informed, somatosensory and Polyvagal-informed interventions that help promote nervous system regulation to improve engagement and connection in one's life. I will tailor our collaborative dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs and personal goals. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I hope to support and empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New Hampshire with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared 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!