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I believe that healing is possible no matter how hard your life experiences have been, and I’m honored to serve you on that journe...
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I believe that healing is possible no matter how hard your life experiences have been, and I’m honored to serve you on that journey.
I am a Mental Health Counselor seeking licensure with 8 years of experience providing trauma-informed support to adolescent and adult clients. I have a background in holistic healing modalities that address all aspects of wellness, including physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. I feel honored to work with clients who dare to explore themselves and embrace vulnerability as they move toward healing, balance, and emotional well-being.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University. I use trauma-informed approaches that honor each client’s unique needs, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, person-centered talk therapy, psychodynamic techniques, strengths-based parts work, somatic therapy, and mindfulness.
I believe each of us has the inner wisdom and strength to create meaningful change, but sometimes it takes the right guide and tools to get there. My goal is to walk beside you with compassion and understanding as you rediscover your resilience, heal from within, and move toward a life of greater peace and fulfillment.
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As a Latina, I have overcome personal obstacles in my career, personal life and I understand the hardships of work/ life balance a...
As a Latina, I have overcome personal obstacles in my career, personal life and I understand the hardships of work/ life balance and the need for cultural, strengths-based and patient-centered care and would love to assist you in overcoming similar hurdles in life successfully.
Jennifer Caraballo DNP- PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, school issues, sleep/insomnia, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and bipolar disorder. Jennifer enjoys working with adolescents, young adults, and across the life span providing comprehensive and compassionate care.
Jennifer completed her undergraduate nursing degree at American International College in Springfield Massachusetts. She then went on to complete her Doctorate degree in Nursing at the University of Massachusetts with a specialty as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Advance degree. Jennifer has strong clinical skills and naturally builds rapport with clients and families.
We all go through hardships and need help both physically and mentally and that is nothing to be ashamed of. Jennifer is confident she will be able to provide the support you need on life's journey and assist you in gaining new perspectives and techniques that allow you to gain new perspectives and provide coping mechanisms. If you are ready, schedule an appointment with her.
As one who has experience in providing trauma-informed care, I have an in-depth understanding of how we are affected by traumatic ...
As one who has experience in providing trauma-informed care, I have an in-depth understanding of how we are affected by traumatic life situations and how building new coping strategies can empower us once again.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 15 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. I provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and person-centered care to adolescents and adults. I help clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, stress, and life transitions with compassion, clarity, and respect.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from Rivier University. My clinical approach integrates evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based strategies, and strength-based techniques. I strive to create a collaborative therapeutic space grounded in empathy, trust, and personal growth.
In our first session, we will focus on understanding your goals, experiences, and needs. I aim to help you feel safe, supported, and empowered as we work together to build resilience and meaningful change. My priority is to help you move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you and to offer guidance that honors your unique story.
As someone who has worked in the mental health field for over a decade, I am dedicated to providing a holistic approach that promo...
As someone who has worked in the mental health field for over a decade, I am dedicated to providing a holistic approach that promotes long-term wellness and resilience.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 13 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, and personality disorders. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, integrating psychotherapy with thoughtful medication management to promote emotional well-being and long-term resilience.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. My work is grounded in evidence-based, integrative care, and I tailor each treatment plan to meet the unique needs, values, and goals of every individual I serve.
Whether you are managing a new diagnosis, seeking help with a chronic condition, or wanting support as you improve your emotional health, I offer a safe and respectful space for healing. I look forward to partnering with you, helping you feel understood, and supporting you as you work toward greater stability and wellness.
Finding clarity is not about knowing all the answers, but learning to trust the quiet voice guiding you home....
Finding clarity is not about knowing all the answers, but learning to trust the quiet voice guiding you home.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with 3 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals move from feeling overwhelmed and stuck to living with purpose, peace, and clarity. My counseling philosophy is holistic and goal-oriented, meaning we focus not only on problems but also on building the skills and strength needed for the future. I believe in active, skill-focused therapy where I partner with you to create meaningful change and help you move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
I earned my master’s in clinical mental health counseling from Walden University. My approach is trauma-informed and integrates practical techniques to help you manage anxiety, establish healthy boundaries, and improve communication. I also provide faith-integrated counseling for those who wish to incorporate spirituality into their healing journey.
I invite you to take the first step toward healing and transformation. Together, we can explore your goals, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and begin the work of building resilience, clarity, and purpose. I look forward to meeting you and walking beside you on your journey to wholeness and peace.
Through my warm and authentic approach, my goal is to create a space that feels safe and supportive enough to result in positive c...
Through my warm and authentic approach, my goal is to create a space that feels safe and supportive enough to result in positive change.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 7 years of experience supporting teens, adults, and families through life’s challenges. I specialize in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, mood disorders, and concerns related to self-esteem and self-advocacy. My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based, with a focus on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. I have worked in community mental health, outpatient settings, and crisis management.
I earned my master’s degree in mental health counseling from Cambridge College. I utilize evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
I believe every individual has the capacity to heal and grow, and I am committed to helping clients build on their strengths while navigating life’s challenges. If you are seeking a supportive therapist for yourself, your child, or your family, I would be honored to work alongside you toward meaningful and lasting change.
As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present....
As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present.
Alyson Burchfield is a Resident-in Counseling (RIC) with over two years of internship experience in the mental health field. She provides therapeutic care to adults and couples who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, stress management, difficult life transitions, adjustment disorder, LGBTQ issues, mindfulness, and meditation. Alyson is a strong and empathetic ally who regards individuals as the experts of their own experience.
Alyson completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Franklin Pierce University and received her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University. She utilizes an eclectic and collaborative strengths-based, narrative-based, mindfulness-based, solutions-focused, and person-centered approach to therapeutic care. Alyson is always fostering a therapeutic alliance that allows for individuals and clients to grow at their own pace while providing a safe and welcoming environment.
Alyson seeks to establish a compassionate and warm relationship with you to assist in building upon your strengths, and to collaborate with you on meeting your goals, processing challenges, and developing tools and techniques to help you grow even outside of counseling.
Being a black woman, I have a unique perspective as a therapist, and hope to normalize therapy for clients black and people of col...
Being a black woman, I have a unique perspective as a therapist, and hope to normalize therapy for clients black and people of color in order to expand mental health services to these communities.
Jamiere Trifilio is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 5 years of experience in outpatient therapy. Jamiere believes in client-centered therapy where clients are actively involved in their treatment. Jamiere also believes in an empathetic approach to therapy where a client feels safe, heard, and seen. Being a black woman in America gives Jamiere a unique perspective on life and growth. It has helped her grow as a therapist and have compassion toward humanity. Jamiere specializes in women's mental health for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, pregnancy, postpartum, and stress.
Jamiere completed her undergraduate degree at Houghton College and her master's degree at Eastern Nazarene College. Jamiere has been trained in multiple modalities such as narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-based work.
Life can come with many challenges and unexpected changes that affect us all in different ways. Jamiere will create a safe space of hope and compassion to support your journey of life. We all have stories, and Jamiere believes that you can write the story of the future your way and find freedom in your new story.
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Richard: My go-to approach for treating anxiety is cognitive behavioral therapy. There is a lot of evidence that CBT is very effective for treating anxiety. With this approach, clients learn ways to reduce and manage their anxiety so they can live more fulfilling lives.
Richard: My go-to approach for working with clients who are suffering from depression is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I have seen clients benefit greatly from what CBT has to offer.
Matthew: My go-to approach for treating depression is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I prefer CBT to other modalities for treating depression because it has great empirical support behind its effectiveness for treating depression.
Richard: Some of the tools that I teach in therapy are mindfulness techniques, breathing strategies, stress management, cognitive restructuring strategies, and communication skills. With clients who are interested, I also will use exposure therapy strategies to help reduce their anxiety in anxiety-provoking situations.
Richard: I teach a variety of tools when working with clients struggling with depression, such as:
Matthew: I typically start CBT therapy by explaining the cognitive triangle to demonstrate how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all connected. Also, having clients identify cognitive distortions that contribute to inaccurate thinking patterns can also be helpful, so they can become more aware of how these patterns can contribute to negative emotions and behaviors.
Richard: I know a client is making meaningful progress in anxiety therapy when they start to believe they can manage their anxiety. They will often report feeling less anxiety and that anxiety has less of an impact on them in their lives.
Richard: I know a client is making meaningful progress when they are feeling better and making the changes they have wanted to make. I observe clients becoming more active and engaged in their lives.
Matthew: I know that clients are making meaningful progress in depression therapy when they become more motivated, start participating in previously enjoyed activities, and become more engaged in life again. Depression can be a debilitating disorder that limits an individual's ability to function like they once did—I know that therapy is successful when clients are back to their old selves and are once again able to engage in life in a meaningful way.
Richard: Clients can supplement their time in anxiety therapy by practicing the tools and strategies they have learned in sessions. This practice often helps in making faster progress reducing and managing anxiety.
Richard: Clients can supplement their time in counseling by practicing the tools and strategies they have learned in their sessions. This practice often is very helpful in making faster progress.
Matthew: Clients can supplement their time in depression counseling by identifying coping skills that are meaningful and rewarding. If clients are able to push themselves and engage in activities they enjoy, it can impact how they think and feel in a positive way.
Richard: To prepare for you first session, you can think about what you would like to see change in your life as a result of therapy. Knowing some of your goals can help to jump-start the therapy process.
Richard: To prepare for your first session, you can think about what you would like to see change in your life as a result of therapy. Knowing some of your goals can help to “jump start” the therapy process.
Matthew: To prepare for your first depression counseling session, use a journal to identify all the ways your depression has impacted your life. Journaling, or a thought diary, is a technique used in CBT to help raise awareness about thoughts and feelings. Journaling helps individuals track and analyze their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a structured way to identify and challenge negative thinking patterns.
Anxiety & depression counseling from our therapists at Thriveworks in Worcester, MA can help people better understand and manage their symptoms. If you are struggling with regular anxious and/or depressive thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety or depressive disorder, you should seek professional help. The therapists at Thriveworks can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your anxiety and/or depression.
Anxiety & depression counseling from our therapists in Worcester involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Your therapist will then work with you to determine where your anxiety and/or depression might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
Anxiety & depression counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Anxiety & depression counseling from Thriveworks Worcester therapists can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s anxiety or depression as well as their needs and preferences.
Those who haven’t experienced depression sometimes think of it as a period of sadness that you can “just get over.” Unfortunately, depression is a lot more serious than just a bad day. Depression can cause you to lose interest in your favorite activities and even lose interest in just getting out of bed in the mornings. A bad day is something we all experience, but depression is often debilitating, requiring the help of a therapist and occasionally prescription medication to manage.
Similarly, anxiety can cause a list of difficulties, including high blood pressure and what feels like an inability to enjoy daily activities. If you’ve been suffering, contact us. Experienced, caring Thriveworks Counseling in Worcester depression therapists and anxiety therapists are ready to help you get out from under the dark cloud you’re living under.
To book a therapy appointment with one of our professionals, simply give our office a call. We’ll be here to help you when you need it and when you’re ready.
Depression and anxiety are separate disorders, but they often occur together. After a period of anxiety, the person suffering may become depressed about their experience. And if someone has been experiencing depression for a long time, it can cause them to develop anxiety. If you are only experiencing one or the other, they have overlapping symptoms that make it difficult to pin down which disorder you are experiencing without the help of a professional.
Fortunately, the counselors and therapists at Thriveworks Counseling in Worcester can help their clients manage both anxiety and depression. Channell explains how this might work for depression: “There are a variety of different techniques a clinician may use to help clients with depression. One of the most common and effective therapeutic treatments is cognitive-behavioral therapy or CBT. The basic premise of CBT is that our thoughts and attitudes contribute to our depressed mood.” Similarly, our thoughts and attitudes can cause anxiety, which means that CBT can help treat both depression and anxiety.
If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, or if you just know something is wrong, contact Thriveworks Counseling in Worcester. Our counselors have helped many clients overcome their depression or anxiety, and we are ready to help you too.
We don’t operate with a waiting list, and new clients can often meet with their provider within the week of their call, so help is available immediately. Thriveworks in Worcester, MA counselors look forward to helping you live the best life possible.
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