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Deborah Gromack

Quincy, Massachusetts - Counselor
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Hello! My name is Deborah Gromack. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and am licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I am also a nationally board-certified Music Therapist. I attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and received my Bachelor of Science degree in Developmental Psychology in 1988. During that time, I was a research assistant and worked on studies examining the relationship between mothers and their infants. After receiving my degree, I worked as a teacher within the public school system and as a civil rights and fair housing advocate and helped to start a HUD funded organization which promoted fair housing practices. During one of the organization's multi-cultural music benefits, I was moved by the music's power to bring people of different social, economic and cultural backgrounds together. I wanted to do this kind of wonderful work on my own, but I didn't know that I could and so I didn't believe that I could. Soon after, I received a brochure about Music Therapy in the mail and became intrigued and so I began to research the profession. I discovered that Music Therapy was an established health profession in which music is used within a therapeutic relationship to address physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of individuals (musictherapy.org/AMTA, 5/22/20). I decided to enroll in a Master's degree program in Expressive Therapies with a concentration in Music Therapy at Lesley University. During my training as a Music Therapist, I worked with children who were diagnosed with developmental delays, children who were war refugees, older adults who were dealing with health issues and issues around aging, and older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. I graduated with my Master's degree in Expressive Therapies with a concentration in Music Therapy from Lesley University in 1998. My education qualified me to take the exams for both Licensed Mental Health Counselor and board-certified Music Therapist and I've been certified in both since 1998. Since that time, I have worked as a Music Therapist, Expressive Arts Therapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor with older adults and adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, Children and Adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children and Adults with various developmental delays. In my practice as a Mental Health Counselor, I have worked with children, young adults and adults who are dealing with a variety of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, family issues, to major life changes and trauma. It has been my experience that the expressive or creative arts therapies provide a person with a 'safe container' for thoughts and emotions which are difficult to hold and express. Music, art, poetry, theatre, storytelling and writing help us to clarity and to express those things which are difficult to express in any other way. My clinical orientation is as a client-centered therapist. In seeking out help, you are taking an important step in advocating for yourself. I believe that you, the client, are the one who directs the therapeutic relationship. I fully acknowledge that seeking therapy is a powerful action and that it requires trust. You are opening yourself up to being seen and heard within a relationship with another person. You are the one who decides to take this step and it is important to acknowledge this. I've told you a bit about myself because I have come to learn, both personally and professionally, that the stories which we tell influence our thoughts, our feelings, beliefs, intentions and actions in the world. Our stories shape our reality, they define where we are at. My clear intention is to meet you exactly where you are at and to offer help to you using the creative arts to assist you and it is entirely up to you if we decide to use them. Please contact me if you are interested in working with me. I look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Deborah Gromack, M.A., MT-BC, LMHC

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Natalie Jones

Quincy, Massachusetts - Clinical Social Worker
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Hello, my name is Natalie Jones, I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I made a mid-life career change after working for many years in the business field. I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Wheelock College in Bostonin 2006. I worked full-time while going to school in the evenings. I gained valuable experience providing help to children and families for 15 years. My experience has been working with clients in their home providing emotional support and guidance as an Individual Therapist. Many of my clients have carried the emotional pain of childhood trauma, addiction, emotional distress, depression , anxiety., and many other diagnosis. Treatment Interventions vary according to each individual person. I use a variety of treatments including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Guided Imagery, Motivational Coaching and The Cycle of Change Model. As a therapist I value honest relationships built on trust. I believe a therapist needs to provide a safe, nurturing space to express difficult emotions. I believe in the art of listening and caring to achieve optimum empathy and compassion for the client. I value open mindedness, being non-judgmental and understanding how difficult it can be to trust someone with your inner most thoughts. Therapy can be helpful to change harmful patterns using Cognitive Behavior Therapy to improve outcomes. I can be direct when necessary but always with gentleness and kindness. Many clients are experiencing therapy for the first time, The stigma of mental health treatment has changed for the better. I believe in helping clients to set realistic goals and work as a team to achieve them.

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Free Mental Health Resources in Massachusetts

NAMI Massachusetts is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Its work statewide delivers free peer/family support groups, educational workshops, professional training for educators and first responders, and assistance navigating the mental health system through its helpline (617-704-6264). Programs are facilitated by people with lived experience.
The Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) is a free 24/7 service connecting residents to immediate clinical support for mental health and substance use issues. Individuals can get treatment referrals, access crisis intervention, search online for resources, and receive guidance through phone, text, or live chat. No insurance is required and accommodations for hard-of-hearing individuals are available.
The Massachusetts Association for Mental Health (MAMH) website offers a collection of MA-based helplines and online resources to connect residents to mental health providers, crisis services, and treatment options through referral assistance (617-742-7452). MAMH's work also includes policy reform advocacy, creating educational resources on behavioral health, developing programs for older adults, and supplying legal assistance resources for healthcare access and guardianship issues.
The Massachusetts Substance Abuse Information and Education Helpline is a tool operated by the Department of Public Health. It offers individuals free, confidential 24/7 help including referrals, harm reduction initiatives (like naloxone distribution and syringe programs), treatment program information, support group details, and recovery services for substance use and disordered gambling.
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Call2Talk is a confidential mental health and emotional support call line working 24/7 to assist Massachusetts residents with crisis intervention and suicide prevention. Individuals experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts can get immediate help via phone and text in a safe environment. Call2Talk also provides weekly check-in calls for isolated seniors, support groups for suicide loss survivors, and community education workshops on mental health awareness.
Mass.gov Mental Health and Counseling Services are official informational resources operated by the state of Massachusetts. Individuals can receive guidance on how to get on Medicaid, access psychiatric evaluations, psychological counseling, helplines (833-773-2445), inpatient/outpatient treatments, medication management, crisis intervention, treatment matching services, insurance navigation assistance, and multilingual support in over 200 languages.
North Shore LGBTQIA+ Resources is a collection of online and local resources for North Shore area LGBTQ+ individuals. Residents can browse educational forums on LGBTQ+ issues like transgender rights, disability awareness, and legal updates. Their website's catalog of offerings connects community members to health services, crisis intervention, addiction recovery, elder care, and violence prevention programs throughout Massachusetts.
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Boston Medical Center's Community Behavioral Health Center provides 24/7 crisis intervention, mobile crisis teams, urgent mental health care, substance use treatment, community stabilization units for youth and adults, psychiatric evaluation, and ongoing therapy for all ages in Boston and Brookline. Residents can access services on a sliding scale and apply for financial assistance.
The Justice Resource Institute provides free HIV/STI testing, PrEP, mental health counseling, and drop-in centers for LGBTQ+ youth (ages 13-29) in Boston and Framingham. MA youth can access support groups, leadership opportunities, programs for minorities, and in-home therapy. They also administer initiatives offering essential resources like food, toiletries, and computer access.
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The Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth connects MA LGBT youth to safe spaces and gender-affirming online and in-person mental health care resources. The commission hosts community events, implements initiatives to reduce suicide risk among LGBTQ students, and advises government entities on youth policies while operating the Safe Schools Program that trains schools statewide.
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The Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MABHA) is an online platform connecting MA residents with available openings in behavioral health services in the state. Individuals can browse a searchable database of youth and family services, find substance use disorder treatment programs, and locate mental health resources within their communities.
The Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) Online Service Directory offers Massachusetts residents a confidential search tool to locate mental health and substance use services near them. Individuals can filter results by service type, payment options, cost (including centers accepting uninsured individuals), distance, and specialized needs. A phone line (833-773-2445) offering 24/7 assistance is also available.
Veterans Affairs Boston helps Massachusetts veterans access treatment for PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Services available include medication management, individual, group, and family therapy, residential housing with treatment programs, telehealth appointments, and specialized employment assistance. Their website lists phone numbers and addresses for VA clinics in important MA cities.
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The Statewide Advocacy for Veterans Empowerment (SAVE) Program is an initiative providing veteran-to-veteran outreach to prevent suicide and address mental health challenges. MA veterans can obtain personalized assistance to access benefits, healthcare support, housing aid, counseling for transition challenges and civilian reintegration, and employment services through three Massachusetts offices.
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Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs) is a network of centers providing mental health and substance use services and treatment at over 25 Massachusetts locations. These centers are one-stop-shops for addressing MA residents' immediate needs regardless of insurance status. 24/7 crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, addiction medication, and peer support are available.
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