Therapists in Salem, MA
A comprehensive list of life’s challenges would probably stretch on over dozens of volumes, and everyone gets a taste of at least a few of such obstacles from time to time. But if you have a major mental illness like post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, or other psychiatric conditions, you likely need more than pure willpower to push through.
That’s where therapy comes in. The list of available therapies is arguably as long as the list of conditions such therapies can treat. Dialectical behavior therapy is often a superb choice if you struggle to manage emotional extremes; narrative therapy can help you untangle your condition from you the person; psychodynamic therapy, and the psychodynamic perspectives tailored to you the client, may be beneficial if there are subconscious or unconscious processes motivating your symptoms. And that’s only a drop of the therapies available out there.
Like each client, each therapist is unique. Some specialize in maternal mental health, children’s mental health, LGBTQ+ populations, supporting mind–body health, and more. Others may develop strong therapeutic relationships regardless of demographic while still narrowing their therapeutic process to a smaller range of options. No matter the specialty, each therapist has at least one goal in common: to provide emotional support to struggling individuals by using evidence-based treatment models.
But the task of finding the right therapist can be daunting, so that’s where we come in. With our platform, you can compare therapists in Salem MA to find the one who best supports your needs, regardless of which behavioral medicine strategy they employ.
Dr. Mary Fierro
Clinician
License Type(s): PhD,LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemDepression
25 years offering treatment
I am a licensed clinical social worker, and have been working with people who wanted to make some changes in their lives for more than 25 years. Together we've focused on the variety of challenges they were experiencing - depression, anxiety, family or work stressors, relational and communication issues. My counseling style is conversational and interactive, and incorporates a cognitive-emotive-behavioral, solution-focused, body-based approach. We work at a speed comfortable for you, and one that respects your values, your culture and beliefs, your goals. Everyone deserves support when they are working to make changes in their life. If you've identified some areas in your life that might benefit from change, I'd like to work with and support you, too.
Rose Rizzo
Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCoachingADHD
3 years offering treatment
My name is Rose, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Massachusetts. I graduated from Boston College and have been working in the field for 5+ years. I currently am a Client Services Manager at Mystic Valley Elder Services. While I specialize in older adults, I have immense experience with mental health, substance abuse, and family conflict. I bring a non-judgmental environment to allow for open, honest conversation. My mission is to assist you in finding your own unique ways of leading a productive and fulfilling life. I often use a strength-based approach to better help clients see their own potential. I will also use CBT to assist with changing how one may view a situation. My job as a counselor is to help you be more successful at targeting any problems that have come up for you at this point. Together, we will do this through a combination of video calls, text messages, goal setting, worksheets, and more. I look forward to taking this journey alongside you.
Elsbeth Riemer
Clinician
License Type(s): Lmft,Lmhc
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
20 years offering treatment
I start therapy with radical acceptance crossed with family systems understanding. I am highly trained in anxiety, trauma, family issues/therapy, and experiential resilience to counter fear and phobias. I consider the whole person and their place in their life system(s). I use humor liberally to foster connectedness to the person, place, life of my clients. I tend to have a science/biology-based focus on how the human body influences and is influenced by the mind.
Carrie Robinson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepression
9 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 8 years of experience in varied setting with various populations. My Master’s Degree is a dual degree in Movement Therapy and Counseling, and I find meeting body needs important to improvements in mental and emotional health. I am also experienced in Dialetical Behavioral Therapy. This approach lends itself helpful in problem focused therapy as well as with skill building are coping with stress, anxiety, and depression, in both the short and long term. I fully believe finding the right match in a therapist is a two way street and am ready to navigate that with you to help you get whatever support you are looking for.
Cathy Richardson Brown
Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
25 years offering treatment
Hello. My name is Cathy Richardson Brown. I have been in the social work field for over thirty years, beginning with 10 years in child protective services. I have worked at psychiatric hospital units, residential settings, a local crisis team, a local Community Health center and private counseling agencies. I have enjoyed my work in the field and try to bring some of my experience as a mother and grandmother to the work. I look forward to meeting you. I am hoping we can learn together on this journey.
Bethany Peter
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Massachusetts with 10 years of professional work experience. Together, we will work together to find your authentic self and help you regain the hope and happiness you deserve. I believe in developing a unique relationship specific to each client that will foster the most effective results. My approach is eclectic and client led. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am a positive person, a good listener, compassionate, and solution-oriented. More importantly, my goal is to help you return to a mindset where you can experience satisfaction and joy again. I will strive to assist in your growth by supporting you in ways that are non-judgmental, empathetic and in a safe place to work through any issues, personal development, relationship concerns, and conflict. Together, we can find solutions and develop plans and skills to handle life’s obstacles. 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.
Heidi Martin
Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LMHC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changesCoaching
12 years offering treatment
Hi my name is Heidi and I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, Massachusetts, and Washington State, as well as a board certified coach. I have over 10 years of experience, primarily working in private practice Please note I am currently only taking clients within Massachusetts. People come to therapy because they want to feel better. It may be relationship problems, anxiety/depression, work related concerns, etc., but whatever the reason, they want to feel better and do better. In my experience, most people want a greater understanding of themselves and their situation. Making life work and feeling more comfortable with themselves is the goal. I focus on altering self-defeating behaviors and beliefs, helping my clients to gain perspective with a focus on improving the quality of their lives. Among the many tools that promote growth and well being, I utilize insight and mindfulness to help achieve client goals. The people I work with tend to be bright and high functioning yet they sense something is missing. My job includes, among other things. noticing hidden themes and repetitive patterns. Many people treat others better than they treat themselves and usually are much harder on themselves than others, which causes untold pain. I have a lot of admiration for people who embark on a therapeutic journey, it takes courage to seek a more fulfilling life but as serious as I take my work, I also conduct therapy in a relaxed manner where laughter and collaboration is encouraged. I look forward to working with you!
Leah McMullin
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
I am Leah McMullin, LICSW (she/her) licensed therapist in Massachusetts. I specialize in working with teens and young adults. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, & coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an important part of treatment. My style is flexible, empathic, and authentic. I understand that each client is unique and do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach in regard to treatment. My approach is centered on what matters most to you! We can work collaboratively to develop coping skills and strategies for managing distress in life. 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 you in that journey. By the end of treatment, I often see clients leaving feeling more empowered, happier, and better equipped to cope with future challenges.
Adam Hewitt
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
8 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Adam Hewitt, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Missouri. I have been with BetterHelp since 2021 after spending several years in private practice as a mental health therapist and substance abuse counselor. I've always been passionate about helping people overcome their challenges. When it comes to therapy, I like to keep things friendly and honest. I will never talk down to you or make you feel like a burden. I find it incredibly rewarding to see the joy on people's faces when they realize just how strong they can be, whether it's facing their fears, overcoming addictions, or taking control of their lives. As for my therapeutic approach, I focus on your strengths. I believe that everyone has innate abilities that can help them achieve their life goals, and it is my job to help you find yours. I take a mindfulness based approach, and am very sensitive to how technology and culture intersect to make our lives more complicated. I've worked significantly with people dealing with trauma, substance and gaming addiction, and systemic oppression. My aim is to help individuals become empowered to go out into the world feeling in charge of their lives. I don't consider myself to work for an agency; I'm here because of you. My promise is to let you take the lead to make the changes in your life that are meaningful to you. My hope is that my openness and positive attitude will make you feel trusted and inspired to live the life you deserve.
Michael Spellman
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Massachusetts with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Salem?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Salem that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Salem available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Salem 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, Salem therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Salem region and in the state of Massachusetts.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Salem 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 Salem may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Salem offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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