Tracy Messier MA, CAGS, LMHC

"We don't have to do it alone, we were never meant to". When things are the hardest it can feel like the most difficult to reach out to others. I look to help individuals who are struggling to live the life they want to be living. My goal is to help my clients build authentic lives based on what matters most to them. Sometimes we move away from things that make us anxious or uncomfortable, rather than towards what brings us happiness. I look to help individuals really look at what’s most important to them in life and to examine whether what they want versus what they are doing are aligned.

It is my goal to provide a safe space for healing of all types. I have worked in the college counseling setting previously and am sensitive to the added concerns that being in school and having a full plate in life offer. I also have previous experiencing as a vocational counselor and am experienced in helping people better determine which direction they want to be going in when they are undecided. I most utilize Dialectal Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral and Acceptance and Commitment informed approaches. I view therapy as a partnership and work best with people who are looking for support in working towards their goals collaboratively.

My approach would be best described as warm, gentle, and compassionate. A huge part of being successful in therapy is finding a good fit! Sometimes it takes time to find a therapist that you can connect with, and I appreciate how difficult that process can be. I encourage you not to give up!