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Andrew Knorr

Andrew Knorr

Worcester, MA
Counselor, MA
Andrew Knorr, MA, LMHC, is a dedicated counselor with over 27 years of experience in the mental health profession, specializing in supporting college students and the LGBTQ+ community. He brings a wealth of knowledge on various clinical issues, including depression, anxiety, sexual identity issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As a gay-affirmative therapist, Andrew aims to create a safe and empowering therapeutic environment for all clients. His advanced certification in cognitive-behavioral therapies underscores his commitment to effective treatment methodologies, and his extensive experience makes him well-equipped to assist clients on their journeys of self-discovery and healing. Whether individuals or couples, he fosters meaningful therapeutic relationships that encourage growth and change. Andrew is passionate about helping people embrace their true selves and cope with the complexities of life, eager to guide them as they work toward becoming the best versions of themselves.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Relationship Stress Spirituality Student Life
Mary Lippoth

Mary Lippoth

Worcester, MA
LMHC
Mary Lippoth, LMHC, is a dedicated therapist who understands the complexities of mental health challenges faced by children, adolescents, adults, and elders alike. She recognizes that in the wake of the Pandemic, the stresses of daily life have increased, making mental health awareness paramount. For those struggling with anxiety, social anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, bereavement, trauma, or feelings of disconnection in their relationships, Mary offers her compassionate assistance. With a wealth of experience in treating mood disorders and working with both children and adults, Mary excels in addressing adult and child ADHD, as well as bereavement and loss. Her therapeutic approach is eclectic, combining evidence-based methods that are client-centered, compassionate, and collaborative. While she prefers to conduct in-person sessions, Mary also accommodates her clients with HIPAA-compliant telehealth appointments during late morning and early afternoon. Mary is committed to guiding others as they find their way to better mental health and well-being.
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Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Social Anxiety
Alice Litter

Alice Litter

Worcester, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Alice Litter is a skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, dedicated to supporting adults through their most challenging moments. Known for her compassionate and insightful approach, she offers a fresh perspective alongside effective strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Alice specializes in addressing couples' issues, and through her eclectic methods—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)—she enables partners to foster deeper understanding and communication. Her aim is to help couples learn to listen with empathy, even in disagreeable situations, ultimately leading to constructive conflict resolution and stronger relationships. Alice focuses on strengthening her clients' skills—be it in navigating daily stress or developing negotiation techniques that encourage 'win-win' scenarios. With a commitment to helping individuals and couples uncover their strengths, she guides them toward a more hopeful and fulfilling connection. Her therapeutic sessions are designed to create a safe environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings.
Specialties
Anxiety General Mental Health Relationship Stress
Pathways To Wellness Associates Llc

Pathways To Wellness Associates Llc

Worcester, MA
LICSW
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC is dedicated to assisting high-functioning individuals and families in recognizing and achieving their full potential within a safe and supportive atmosphere. They provide the highest quality counseling services grounded in theory and evidence-based practices. Their licensed therapists specialize in a diverse array of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Child and Family Therapy. Their specialties encompass a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, conduct disorders, trauma, and PTSD, alongside support for parenting issues, stress reduction, and adjustment difficulties. They offer services for children, adolescents, couples, and families. In addition, Pathways To Wellness provides various wellness services, such as massage therapy, reflexology, therapeutic hypnosis, and reiki, all aimed at relieving stress, enhancing mindfulness, and restoring balance to daily life. A comprehensive list of their offerings, beyond mental health counseling, is available online, catering to the needs of the entire family.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Managing Emotions Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress
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Ronnie McKenney II

Ronnie McKenney II

Worcester, MA
LMHC
Ronnie McKenney II, LMHC, offers a welcoming and supportive environment for clients of all ages—from preteens to adults. Known for an insightful approach, Ronnie understands how individuals often act in patterns that can be challenging to break free from, especially when coping with trauma and PTSD, emotional disturbance, or the effects of grief and loss. With years of experience since 2002, Ronnie specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults, utilizing therapeutic methods like Trauma-Focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Person-Centered therapy. With a conversational and relationship-focused style, Ronnie emphasizes the importance of understanding the whole person and aims to connect past successes with present challenges. Committed to providing trauma-informed and culturally sensitive therapy, they warmly welcome clients from all backgrounds—including diverse races, LGBTQ identities, and religions. Together, Ronnie invites individuals to explore their concerns and collaborate on identifying alternative strategies to enhance coping and resilience.
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Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma
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Matthew Miracle

Matthew Miracle

Worcester, MA
Counselor, LMHC
Matthew Miracle is a compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor with four years of experience practicing in Massachusetts. He specializes in cognitive behavior therapy, assisting adults in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relationship issues. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Keene State College and a Master’s degree from Assumption University in Worcester. His therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, drawing on his extensive experience in cognitive-behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing. Clients appreciate Matthew’s honest, kind, and understanding demeanor, as well as his direct communication style. He is dedicated to creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings, enabling them to collaboratively overcome life’s obstacles and gain deeper self-understanding through the connection of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Richard Ogarr

Richard Ogarr

Worcester, MA
Counselor, LMHC
Richard Ogarr is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Assumption College. With over 15 years of experience, he has successfully assisted clients in overcoming a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, relationship conflicts, and addiction. Richard fosters an accepting and supportive atmosphere, allowing individuals to share their personal struggles comfortably. Utilizing an array of counseling techniques, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, he collaborates with clients to tailor his approach to their unique needs. Whether individuals seek assistance with serious mental health disorders, personal growth, or a combination of both, Richard is committed to helping them alleviate their suffering, achieve their personal goals, expand their capabilities, and ultimately thrive.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Barbara Palmgren

Barbara Palmgren

Worcester, MA
Counselor, MED
Barbara Palmgren is a compassionate counselor with an MEd and LMHC, dedicated to helping individuals discover their unique strengths and navigate life's challenges. With extensive experience working with diverse age groups, including preteens, children, teens, toddlers, and adults, she tailors her eclectic style of therapy to meet each client right where they are. Known for her laid-back and understanding demeanor, Barbara fosters a supportive therapeutic environment that encourages personal growth. Her commitment to a humanistic approach allows her to adapt to the varied needs of her clients, addressing issues such as anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. Barbara finds joy in her work, appreciating the learning that comes from her interactions with clients. Her existing clients often commend her ability to be relatable and responsive, making the therapeutic process meaningful and effective.
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Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Parenting Relationship Stress Student Life
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Maggie Platt

Maggie Platt

Worcester, MA
Counselor, LMHC
Maggie Platt is a compassionate and experienced therapist, specializing in helping individuals navigate the challenges of depression, trauma, and personal growth. She welcomes motivated adults seeking a deeper understanding of the barriers that hold them back from achieving their full potential. Maggie's collaborative approach fosters active dialogue, allowing clients to gain new perspectives and insights that encourage personal and professional development. With her expertise in trauma-focused therapies, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Exposure Therapy, she is committed to creating a healing environment where clients can explore and understand their experiences. Maggie's background in attachment-based therapies informs her belief in the transformative power of therapeutic work. Her training in ontological coaching equips her to guide clients through transitions and emotional upheavals, empowering them to understand their circumstances and cultivate meaningful relationships. By nurturing self-awareness and understanding, Maggie helps clients become the architects of their own lives, enabling them to pursue the outcomes they desire and deserve.
Specialties
Depression PTSD/Trauma
Anthony Rofino

Anthony Rofino

Worcester, MA
Counselor, LMHC
Anthony Rofino is a dedicated Counselor (LMHC, MA) specializing in areas such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ issues. His extensive experience includes working closely with the LGBTQIA+ community, adolescents, and couples navigating relationship challenges. Highly skilled in offering support to the poly/kink community, Anthony employs a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to the unique needs of each individual and group. With significant training in risk assessments and both individual and family therapy, he combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and strength-based approaches. Anthony's work focuses on helping clients enhance their coping skills and emotional regulation, fostering a sense of self-worth and resilience. He is known for creating a warm and inclusive environment that encourages growth and healing in every session.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Depression General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Mindfulness Relationship Stress Student Life
Elizabeth Romero

Elizabeth Romero

Worcester, MA
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Elizabeth Romero is a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, known for her special interest in issues of diversity and inclusion. She skillfully explores the unique experiences and relationships of her clients as they navigate their intersecting identities, including race, ethnicity, Deaf/hard of hearing backgrounds, religion, gender, and sexuality. Her expertise encompasses trauma/PTSD, LGBTQIA identity, depression, anxiety, major life transitions, college mental health, emotional regulation, multiculturalism, and immigration. With extensive training in psychological assessments, as well as individual, group, and family therapy, Dr. Romero is adept at providing services in American Sign Language, spoken English, and Spanish. She customizes her therapeutic approaches to align with each client's and family’s individualized needs and strengths, fostering an environment that promotes social and emotional health. Additionally, Dr. Romero is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). She also conducts ADHD evaluations, offering diagnostic clarification and tailored recommendations for home, school, and treatment settings.
Specialties
ADHD General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Student Life
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Zaza Sakhat

Zaza Sakhat

Worcester, MA
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LICSW
Zaza Sakhat, a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, embodies the essence of nurturing emotional growth in children and adolescents, akin to a butterfly emerging into life. She passionately believes in the importance of providing safety, care, and support, particularly when healing from adversity is essential. Zaza's collaborative approach involves closely working with parents, schools, and other stakeholders to enhance the well-being of each child within their environment. Employing a strength-based perspective, she skillfully integrates play and expressive art therapies along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and Somatic Experiencing to optimize healing and personal growth. Special emphasis is placed on addressing issues of girlhood, as many young girls experience a natural decline in their inherent self-esteem during the transition to adolescence, which can lead to self-harming behaviors, eating disorders, and other challenges. To support this demographic, Zaza offers a year-round Teen Girls Group and parenting workshops designed to cultivate resilience. Mindfulness-based therapeutic strategies are seamlessly woven into her treatment plans, empowering children and teens to gain emotional awareness and develop effective coping mechanisms. Through this therapeutic relationship, Zaza aims for children and teens to thrive as they transition into adulthood, ensuring they emerge not just as survivors, but as individuals who flourish.
Specialties
Eating Disorders Mindfulness
Paul Sandman

Paul Sandman

Worcester, MA
EDD
Dr. Paul Sandman is a dedicated therapist specializing in enhancing clients' self-awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. He works with individuals across all age groups, addressing a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, anger, substance use, and trauma. His expertise extends to relationship concerns, low self-esteem, attention deficit difficulties, autism, and stress management, among others. Dr. Sandman's specialties encompass the treatment of emotional disorders like anger, stress, and anxiety, as well as addiction to substances such as alcohol and nicotine. He is skilled in utilizing various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and Narrative therapy, designed to foster healing and growth. With a focus on positive, evidence-based counseling, he also employs Medical Hypnosis and offers specialized audiotapes to aid clients in changing their behaviors outside of sessions. His enriching approach is complemented by his published works in psychology, providing additional resources for those embarking on their therapeutic journey.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Breakups Chronic Pain Depression Domestic Violence Eating Disorders General Mental Health Grief Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Weight Management Work Stress

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