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David Kessler

David Kessler

Norton, MA
Counselor, MS
David Kessler is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with extensive education, training, and experience in a wide range of therapeutic modalities and methods. He utilizes various effective techniques and interventions to address mental health challenges, collaborating with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. David is passionate about the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, believing that a humanistic, person-centered approach can guide clients to uncover their inner wisdom and achieve powerful, positive change, regardless of their struggles. He emphasizes self-acceptance, the inherent human desire for growth, and the importance of authentic interactions between client and therapist as essential elements for navigating the path to change. In sessions, David fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, making it easy for clients to connect and open up. Clients often remark on his light-hearted nature, as he understands that therapy doesn't have to be solely serious or painful; humor can be an essential part of the healing process.
Thomas Dunning

Thomas Dunning

Norton, MA
LMHC
Thomas Dunning, LMHC, is an experienced clinician with 16 years in the mental health field, specializing in therapy for teens, adults, and elders. He possesses a wealth of expertise in addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship dynamics, as well as professional concerns and life transitions related to health, identity, and loss. By utilizing a relational and collaborative approach, he guides his clients in identifying their unique concerns, desires, and needs, thereby fostering personal growth through a tailored counseling process. Thomas integrates various therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic methods, to ensure each individual receives the support best suited to their circumstances. His services are accessible across Massachusetts, especially with the increasing availability of telehealth sessions, making it easier for clients to connect without being hampered by geographical constraints. He takes pride in being responsive to inquiries and prioritizes each client's needs with a commitment rooted in compassion and understanding. Thomas's practice is fully compliant with HIPAA regulations, utilizing a secure web platform to prioritize client confidentiality and safety.
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Specialties
Anxiety Depression
Iris Hailey

Iris Hailey

Norton, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Iris Hailey, a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist (LICSW), is passionate about guiding individuals through life's challenges. She provides a safe and supportive environment for clients who find themselves at a crossroads or face important decisions. Whether they're navigating difficult emotions, intense life transitions, or seeking deeper connections within their relationships, Iris understands the complexity of these experiences. With over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, groups, and families across various settings, she has learned that people inherently desire to be heard, seen, and understood. In her therapeutic practice, Iris offers her undivided attention and collaborates with clients at their own pace to achieve their personal goals, regardless of their size. Having relocated across continents, she is acutely aware of the hopes and fears that come with significant changes, making her empathetic to the needs of those she works with. Iris employs a range of therapeutic modalities—including Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy—to empower her clients in their healing journeys. By fostering an environment of understanding and acceptance, Iris aims to help others navigate their emotions and foster positive change.
Specialties
Anxiety
Karen Drane - K D Counseling

Karen Drane - K D Counseling

Norton, MA
LICSW
Karen Drane, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), specializes in helping individuals navigate life's challenges, with a strong focus on women's issues, anxiety, and parenting. With over a decade of experience working with parents, children, adolescents, adults, and families, Karen understands the unique struggles faced by her clients. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in creating a strong, positive, and safe relationship, recognized as the cornerstone of effective counseling. Through this vital connection, Karen collaborates with clients to set achievable goals and develop tailored strategies to meet those objectives. She employs a diverse array of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), ensuring a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and person-centered experience. Karen has a proven track record of addressing challenges such as anxiety, phobias, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and general life transitions. She is devoted to fostering resilience and empowerment in her clients and looks forward to guiding them on their paths toward healing and personal growth.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Teens
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Alzira Murphy

Alzira Murphy

Norton, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Alzira Murphy is a compassionate and dedicated clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience, specializing in individual therapy for adults and elders. With a client-centered approach to treatment, she feels privileged to hear her clients' stories, offering guidance and support as they navigate through challenging times. Alzira understands the profound impact of relationships and values collaboration with her clients, helping them discover and leverage their unique strengths and voices. She welcomes individuals from all races, ethnicities, nationalities, cultures, abilities, classes, religions, genders, and sexual orientations, including LGBTQ+ communities. Known for her respectful handling of sensitive issues, Alzira utilizes a variety of therapy types including Compassion Focused, Emotionally Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) approaches, among others, to address grievances, anxiety, and depression. For individuals seeking a warm, culturally sensitive therapeutic environment to support them in life transitions, family conflict, or relationship issues, Alzira is here to facilitate meaningful conversations and growth.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief LGBTQ+ Parenting Relationship Stress
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Joelle Maczko

Joelle Maczko

Norton, MA
MA, LMHC
Joelle Maczko, MA, LMHC, CCTP-II, understands the unique challenges faced in today's world, particularly given the unprecedented events of 2020. She is dedicated to supporting individuals through both new and long-established obstacles. With a focus on collaboration and trust as the cornerstones of a strong therapeutic relationship, Joelle adopts a client-centered approach designed to empower and honor each individual's personal journey. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, she utilizes a blended methodology that incorporates aspects from various treatment perspectives. With over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families, Joelle strives to ensure that each client feels satisfied with their personalized treatment. Her practice emphasizes the expertise, empathy, and respect that every individual deserves. By meeting clients where they are, Joelle creates a judgment-free and supportive environment where unique needs can be explored, and steps can be taken toward improving quality of life.
Joshua Porter Licsw

Joshua Porter Licsw

Norton, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Joshua Porter, LICSW, is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist specializing in helping teens and adults navigate through life's challenges. With qualifications that include a Certificate from NASW, Joshua supports his clients in a safe and nurturing environment, tailored to their unique needs. His straightforward and practical approach empowers clients to implement desired changes and achieve meaningful progress in areas such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, family conflict, school-related issues, behavioral challenges, and oppositional defiance. Joshua utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), ensuring a holistic and person-centered experience. With his expertise in coping skills and life coaching, Joshua is committed to guiding clients on their personal journeys toward growth and fulfillment.
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Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Student Life
Rachel Tyrrell

Rachel Tyrrell

Norton, MA
Counselor, MA
Rachel Tyrrell is a compassionate Counselor with a MA and LMHC, who has been dedicated to supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors since her graduation from UMass Boston in 2013. She empowers her clients to harness their own innate strengths as they navigate obstacles in their lives. Rachel is committed to fostering a safe and judgment-free environment where clients can explore and embrace their most authentic selves, aligned with their personal values. Her diverse areas of interest encompass adjustment challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, addiction, trauma, stress management, and issues specific to women. With a strength-based clinical style and a client-centered eclectic approach, Rachel blends various counseling theories and tools, tailoring her support to meet the individual needs and goals of each client she serves.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Work Stress
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