Business Details
Mental Health Therapy & Counseling Services in Swansea, MA
Swansea Center-Psychotherapy is a collaborative of 15 experienced therapists and a prescriber dedicated to supporting clients' health and wellbeing across the lifespan. Our holistic approach integrates traditional therapy with complementary practices like yoga and mindfulness to enhance therapeutic outcomes. With expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues, we provide personalized care tailored to individual needs. Our team includes specialists in EMDR therapy, medication management, and evidence-based modalities, serving clients from initial consultation through ongoing treatment.We prioritize creating a supportive environment where clients can develop coping strategies, achieve personal growth, and build resilience. Our practitioners bring decades of combined experience across diverse clinical settings, including community mental health, inpatient facilities, and private practice. We serve individuals, couples, families, and groups with a commitment to accessibility through flexible scheduling and multiple treatment modalities. Our facility in Swansea, MA, offers both in-person and virtual appointment options to accommodate client preferences.
Services
Individual Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Medication Evaluation
Yoga Classes
Mindfulness Workshops
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Grief Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR therapy certified by trained specialists
- Our team includes 15+ experienced mental health professionals
- We integrate yoga and mindfulness with traditional therapy
- We provide medication management alongside psychotherapy
- Our practitioners have decades of combined clinical experience
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy helps process traumatic memories through guided eye movements, effectively treating PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Our certified specialists use this evidence-based approach to reprocess distressing experiences, reducing their emotional impact. Clients benefit from structured sessions that integrate cognitive-behavioral techniques with bilateral stimulation for lasting symptom relief.
Medication Management
Our psychiatric providers offer comprehensive medication evaluations and ongoing management for mental health conditions. This service includes personalized treatment plans for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. We combine medication with therapy when appropriate, ensuring coordinated care that addresses both biological and psychological factors affecting mental wellness.
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one sessions address depression, anxiety, life transitions, and personal growth. Our therapists use evidence-based modalities like CBT and psychodynamic therapy to develop coping strategies. Treatment plans adapt to each client's needs, focusing on improving relationships, managing stress, and building emotional resilience through weekly sessions.
Mindfulness Workshops
Six-week mindfulness programs teach meditation and awareness practices to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation. Participants learn techniques for staying present through guided sessions combining gentle yoga with breathing exercises. These workshops benefit both therapy clients and community members seeking better mental wellbeing through structured practice.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples addresses communication issues, conflict resolution, and relationship rebuilding. Our practitioners use evidence-based approaches to improve emotional connection and resolve patterns causing distress. Sessions focus on developing mutual understanding and creating healthier relationship dynamics through structured therapeutic interventions.
People
Lisa Anderson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
With over 30 years of nursing experience, including psychiatric care, Lisa specializes in medication management for ADHD, depression, and anxiety disorders. She earned her PMHNP certification from Regis College after extensive clinical training in Massachusetts.
Bruce Fischer
Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with 40+ years of experience treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Dr. Fischer combines medication management with lifestyle medicine approaches, offering both in-person and virtual consultations across four states.
Amy Joseph
Therapist
Licensed mental health counselor with 35 years of experience specializing in EMDR therapy. Amy integrates energy psychology and yoga practices to help clients navigate life transitions and trauma recovery through holistic therapeutic approaches.
Chelsey Holland
Trauma Specialist
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with expertise in treating complex trauma across age groups. Chelsey uses EMDR and sensorimotor therapy to help clients build resilience and heal from anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties.
Amanda Starr
Therapist
25-year mental health veteran specializing in trauma, grief, and life transitions. Amanda combines EMDR therapy with family systems approaches, offering both individual counseling and community mental health outreach programs.
Questions
What types of therapy does Swansea Center for Psychotherapy offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, including specialized EMDR treatment for trauma and evidence-based approaches for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Do you accept insurance for mental health services?
We accept major insurance providers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and Tufts Health Plan. Contact us for specific coverage verification.
Are virtual therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer telehealth appointments with multiple practitioners for clients preferring remote access to mental health care.
What is EMDR therapy and who can benefit?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps treat trauma, anxiety, and PTSD by reprocessing distressing memories. It's effective for adults and adolescents.
Do you offer medication management services?
Yes, our psychiatric nurse practitioner and MD provide medication evaluations and management for conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
Are there mindfulness or yoga programs available?
We offer structured mindfulness workshops and yoga classes as complementary practices to enhance traditional therapy outcomes.
