Hello, I'm Pauline. With over 25 years of experience working with diverse populations, I am currently dedicated to helping adults of all ages navigate their mental health journeys. My career has taken me across several states, including Massachusetts, Arizona, and Alaska, where I have practiced as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Though my roots are in Massachusetts, I now reside in Escondido, CA, offering my services through video platforms like SonderMind. I am still licensed in Massachusett...
Hello, I'm Alison, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience. My journey in mental health has allowed me to specialize in areas such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, medical issues, OCD, PTSD, intimate and romantic relationships, and stress management. I also offer SonderMind Video Telehealth sessions for those who prefer or require remote care. My therapeutic style is strengths-based and collaborative. I believe in identifying areas of concern and worki...
Hello, I'm Sianeh Konie, MSW, LICSW. As a Master's degree-prepared Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I bring a wealth of experience in psychiatry, renal disease, long-term care, and child welfare to my practice. My passion extends beyond my clinical role as a psychotherapist; I am deeply committed to promoting the safety, stability, and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals in our community. This commitment is reflected in my volunteer work through various roles, where I strive to make ...
Hello, I'm CeCe. I offer a safe and confidential environment where your journey to wellness, self-discovery, empowerment, self-acceptance, and peace of mind begins. My therapeutic approach is centered around creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings. I believe in the power of a supportive and empathetic environment to facilitate personal growth and healing. I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and am a Licensed Independen...
My therapeutic approach is evidence-based, client centered, treatments delivered with compassion, humor and intelligence. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and include elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Art Therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychosocial intervention that is the most widely used evidence-based practice for improving mental health. Guided by empirical research, CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current pr...
Hello, I'm Melissa. With over 10 years of experience as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and achieve your personal goals. I believe that therapy is most effective when we work together as a team. My approach is collaborative, meaning we will work side by side to understand your unique experiences and develop strategies that empower you to thrive in our high-stress world. I hold a Master's degree and am a Licensed Clinical Mental He...
I practice from a relational psychodynamic orientation and integrate aspects of cognitive behavioral and narrative psychotherapy in my approach. This means that our work together will consist of identifying the patterns in how you relate to other people and to yourself and working to change those patterns, allowing for more fulfilling interpersonal relationships and a discarding of unhelpful ways of being. I am committed to understanding the dynamics of power and oppression and the ways I can he...
Hello, I’m Crystal, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia and specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy. My professional focus is on supporting women, teenagers, and young adults as they navigate life’s complexities. With a deep-rooted passion for understanding the intricacies of the human mind, I am committed to walking alongside y...
Hello, I'm Joe. I have dedicated over 20 years to helping individuals like you feel empowered and equipped with the tools needed to tackle life's challenges. My approach to therapy is conversational and comfortable, ensuring you feel at ease to open up about whatever issues or needs you want to address. I believe in working together to find solutions and make meaningful progress in your life. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, thought disorders, and chemical depend...
I specialize in helping college students and adults build the tools they need to create meaningful change and find relief from life’s stressors. Using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure & response prevention (ERP), I help clients address issues like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, ADHD, and more. Whether you’re facing challenges with low self-esteem, work stress, or performance anxiety, therapy can help you gain clarity and confidence. Together, we’l...
Hello! My name is Kaitlyn, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a decade of experience in the mental health field. My passion lies in supporting individuals through their unique challenges and helping them find their path to well-being. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, family relationships, grief and bereavement, life transitions, perinatal support (including pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum), intimate and romantic relationships, stress, and add...
Hello, I'm Elaine, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and transition planning for transition-age youth. I am also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a Transition Specialist. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, thought disorders, ADHD, and OCD. Additionally, I have provided rehabilitation counseling to...
I’ve been part of the Harvard Medical School system for over a decade, first as a trainee, now as faculty member. I'm trained primarily in psychodynamic therapy, but principles/interventions from other paradigms also inform my work, and I love working with students. Ultimately, the nature of therapy depends on the patient, what they are up against, and their goals. For this reason, the course of therapy is difficult to describe, but I think it only ever works in a context of empathy, respect, an...
Hello, I'm Vanessa. With over a decade of experience in the field of mental health, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate their unique journeys. I earned my degree in Psychology from the University of Florida and later completed my Master of Social Work at Boston University. Additionally, I have a trauma certificate, which has deepened my understanding and ability to support those who have experienced significant life challenges. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of...
My therapeutic orientation is grounded in principles from Liberation psychology, Black/African-centered psychology, mad pride, and disability justice. I work with clients to explore their lived experiences and emotions in the context of intersecting systems of power, privilege, and oppression. I also collaborate with clients in exploring alternative models of understanding psychiatric disabilities outside of pathologization and the medical model of health and wellness. I aim to co-create a thera...
My therapeutic orientation is guided by psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational approaches, and founded on a strengths-based model, which emphasizes that each person is the expert of their own story. My style is compassionate, empowering, and accessible, and I focus on meeting people where they are. I draw on a range of modalities including narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Liberation Health, and motivational interviewing. My clinical approach is trauma-informed and collab...
Hello there! I'm Keionna, a licensed counselor in Georgia, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Alaska. I wear many hats in my professional life, including being a certified professional clinical supervisor, a certified Enneagram coach, a master addictions counselor, and a Level III Gottman therapist working towards full certification. I'm also a proud member of the Georgia Licensed Professional Counselor Association. Currently, I'm pursuing my doctoral degree in Community Care and Counse...
Hello! My name is Jordan Crawford, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician and Expressive Art Therapist. I enjoy making art, hiking, traveling, and spending time with my dog, Lola. My body of work includes individual, group, and family therapy, and I have experience working in a wide array of clinical settings, including crisis, inpatient, and community mental health. My approach to therapy is integrative and relational. I pride myself on being adaptable, approachable, and creative with...
I help bright, dynamic students deal with the anxiety and overwhelm that can creep up as you're out there doing what you always thought you were supposed to be doing. You work really hard but it's getting harder to hold it all together as you wrestle with the doubts and the stress. Your relationships might be feeling less than happy and fulfilling lately, or you're just plain overwhelmed. On the outside, you look like you have it all together - but that doesn't make you feel OK on the inside. I...
Hi there! Thank you for checking out Compass Social Skills and Counseling. We are here to support college students and young adults with therapy, coaching, and skill-building. Whether you are looking for individual or group sessions, we can help you strengthen your social, emotional, and life skills. Sessions are available in-person or online, whatever works best for you. Feel free to reach out with any questions or to get started!...