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Ross W. Hackerson (He/Him)

Life Coach, Life Coach
 therapist: Ross W. Hackerson,
In-Person in Northampton, MA 01060
I have been working with individuals, couples and families in individual and intensive settings for over forty years. Difficulty, pain and loneliness from trauma, neglect, abandonment or relationship conflict can be healed and I believe you have the capacity and right to heal, feel good and live a good life.

Client Focus

Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior
Demographic Expertise: Buddhist, Christian, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, Men, Military / Veterans, Women clients.
Languages: English

Treatment Approach

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) A trauma-focused therapy that uses eye movements and imagery to help the brain reframe distressing memories. It often leads to quicker relief from symptoms compared to traditional talk therapy.
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
  • Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
  • Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
  • Hypnotherapy Uses guided relaxation and focus to access the subconscious mind. It is often used for habits, anxiety, and pain management.
  • Transactional Analysis Explores interactions through the lens of Parent, Adult, and Child roles. It aims to improve communication and self-awareness.
  • Transpersonal Therapy Integrates spirituality and higher states of consciousness with psychology. It encourages growth beyond the individual self.
Approach Description: I specialize in treatment INTENSIVES: one to five days with individuals or couples to make major steps quickly. Private psychotherapy intensives are an immense benefit to couples or individuals in conflict. I use the Modalities: EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples.

Fees & Insurance

Fees
  • Average Session Fee $350
Insurance
  • Out of Network

Education & Credentials

Ross W. Hackerson Life Coach
  • Male
  • Practicing Since 1975
Education: I

Ross W. Hackerson Practice Details

Therapy Sessions
  • Available In-Person in Northampton, MA 01060
Ross W. Hackerson Practice Description
I work with people recovering from childhood neglect, sexual and emotional abuse and the lack of connection that comes from preoccupied, distant, disconnected and or self absorbed parents and find every one can heal. I specialize in retreat INTENSIVES: One to five days with individuals or couples to make major steps quickly, so you can get on with your life. Private intensives are an immense benefit to couples or individuals in conflict. I use the Modalities: EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, ART -- Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Image Transformation Therapy. I'm experienced in EMDR, trauma-informed therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples. For my clients this means a step by step, predictable and comprehensive therapy process. Check our website at AnAffairOfTheHeart.US. I'm knowledgeable and capable; and I love this work. Call or Email Ross W. Hackerson for a free consultation now - email rolferross@comcast.net or call (413) 210-3739

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