Women therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts MA
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Serving Women
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
Serving Women
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 Massachusetts (Online Only)
Serving Women
Phuong Do
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Today you are one step closer to a newer you, where you feel empowered and on a positive path for growth and well-being. Life has full of challenges, transitions, and adjustments. Since we can’t always mitigate or control these challenges; the key is to be aware of our maladaptive behaviors and build strength by reducing the impacts and enhancing our coping skills. These are the aspects that is within our control. We understand that not everyone can heal and cope the same way. Therefore, our clinicians are trained in a wide range of techniques. These include psychodynamic approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focus therapy, motivational therapy, accelerated resolution therapy, and play/art therapy.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Amherst, MA
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts
Serving Women
Michael Young
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, Mdiv, CRW
My practice is based on my personal and professional journey. That includes studies in psychology, clinical and academic experience in counseling and therapy, individual therapy, and studies in spirituality.
45 Years Experience
In-Person Near Amherst, MA
Serving Women
Pattie Vargas
Counselor/Therapist, CBC®️Certified Provider, Kessler Certified Grief Educator
After facing the heart-wrenching challenges of having two of my three children struggle with Substance Use Disorder, my world was further shaken when my son, Joel, lost his decades-long battle with the disease in 2017. In the wake of this profound loss, I was determined to better understand the family experience of addiction, and have since used this lived experience to support and guide others who are navigating the isolating and stigmatizing road of addiction and loss.
As a Compassionate Bereavement Care®️ Certified Provider and Kessler Certified Grief Educator, I work with individuals, families, and communities impacted by loss. I am a Peer Parent Coach with the Partnership to End Addiction, and co-facilitate their online grief support community, and is the host of Finding Hope After Loss, Grief Support groups for The Happier Life Project. As an advocate for recovery policies, I am a California State Organizer with the Recovery Advocacy Project, serve on the RCO/RCC Advisory Committee, and was named the 2022 Architect of Recovery by CCAPP (CA Consortium of Addiction Professionals.) My book, Secrets, Scars and Heart Shaped Jars, shares my family’s journey through addiction, loss and recovery.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts (Online Only)
Women therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts Statistics
Women therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts average 16 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (77%), Depression (67%), and Stress (57%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
|
| 24% |
Male |
|
| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
|
| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
Online Only |
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| 43% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 2% |
In Person Only |
|
Top Specialties
| 77% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 67% | Depression |
| 57% | Stress |
| 55% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
| 48% | Loss or Grief |
| 48% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Women |
| 63% | Men |
| 62% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Christian |
| 38% | Black / African American |