Therapists that treat Adults in Amherst, MA
Browse therapists that treat Adults in Amherst, Massachusetts. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Adult
Ross W. Hackerson
Life Coach, Life Coach
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.
51 Years Experience
In-Person Near Amherst, MA
Adult
Laurel Shortell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I work with a diverse range of individual adults throughout Massachusetts, including those in relationships of all configurations, college students, those grieving pet loss, and technical professionals, drawing on my own background as a software engineer. I also maintain a focus on clients who are on the autism spectrum, including neurodivergent adults and relationships where one or more partners identify as being on the spectrum.
18 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Adult
Sheriese Fowler
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
With over 10 years of experience, I provide culturally sensitive therapy for individuals, couples, and families across diverse backgrounds. I utilize evidence-based approaches including CBT and DBT to help clients feel more grounded, manage overwhelming emotions, reduce stress, strengthen relationships, and build lasting tools for change.
15 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Adult
Soma Aloia, SoulWork Somatics, Somatic Counseling & Bodywork
Counselor/Therapist, MS, CCST, HE, LMT
Healing isn't about fixing what's wrong with you - there is nothing wrong with you. Healing is permission to your nervous system to experience the safety, support, and connection it may have missed earlier in life. When the body begins to feel safe, many symptoms that once seemed unrelated can begin to make sense. Then you begin to heal and develop into your full potential. I create a safe space for you to slow down, settle, and be yourself. I help you make sense of complex experiences that seem disconnected so you can heal into wholeness.
31 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA
Adult
Vida Mendez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW, EMDR II
I didn’t become a therapist to sit quietly and nod. I believe therapy should be a place where you can show up honestly and do meaningful work, not perform or filter yourself.
My perspective was shaped by years working closely with people navigating difficult and high-stakes situations. That experience taught me that people’s reactions, patterns, and defenses make sense when you understand what they’ve been through.
I value authenticity, honesty, and being fully present in my work. I show up as a real person, and you can expect directness, respect, and genuine engagement.
I also place a high value on continuing to learn and deepen my understanding of trauma and human behavior. This commitment helps me better understand my clients and support meaningful, lasting change.
8 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Adult therapists in Amherst, MA Statistics
Adult therapists in Amherst, MA average 15 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (76%), Depression (61%), and Stress (58%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
Online Only |
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| 41% |
In Person and Online |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 76% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 61% | Depression |
| 58% | Stress |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 55% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 46% | Loss or Grief |
| 44% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 33% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 30% | Christian |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |