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Jonathan Kessler

Therapist(He, his him)
1 year of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed School Adjustment Counselor. I am an Associate Professor at a local School of Social Work. I have been providing counseling services for over 35 years. I am a relational therapist, and I use a variety of approaches to help people make positive changes. I work with adolescents, families, individuals, and couples who are dealing with issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, and addictions of all types (substances and behavioral).

My approach to therapy

My experience has been extensive: inpatient, community mental health, and maintaining a private practice. I offer ongoing and licensing exam supervision and consultation to other clinical practitioners.

I primarily employ cognitive behavioral techniques and strength-based therapy, but I am also trained in hypnosis, EMDR, DBT, and other alternative therapies.

What you can expect from me

I believe that you are the expert of your own story and have personal strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges that might be driving you to seek counseling. It takes personal courage to ask for help, and my goal in working with you is for you to embrace your power and make the changes you want to enhance your life.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Holistic, Participatory

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at Simmons College
  • License type
    LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Point32 Healthcare, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, OCD, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Gestalt, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Relational, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Humanistic, Experiential, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Transpersonal, Psychoeducational Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    100 Cummings Center
    Beverly, MA 01915