About

Are you struggling with constant worry, or feel stuck thinking about painful things that happened in your past? Perhaps you find yourself engaging in compulsive behaviors, like drinking, gambling, or overeating as a way to escape from the pain that you feel inside?

I'm Doug Foresta, and I have over 15 years of experience helping people who are stuck in fear, worry and sadness break free and live the life they want and deserve. I combine my years of experience as a therapist with over 20 years as a playwright and writing instructor to help clients "re=story" their lives. I love working with creative people, and I believe that everyone has a creative power inside them that can help them overcome any obstacle. My clients seem to appreciate a non-judgemental and creative approach to therapy. (I don't have a "cookie-cutter" method of working with clients!)

I know how hard it can be to take that first step and reach out for help. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you and see if we are a good fit, and wish you all the best along your journey of change!

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Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: Change Happens, Inc

Gender

Male

Therapy Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Panic Attacks
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma And PTSD

Treatment Orientation

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Trauma Focused

Modality

  • Couples

Years in Practice

15 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 1041C0700X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Social Worker
  • Specialization: Clinical

Credentials

  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LICSW 116690 Verify MA

Practice Locations

71 Mary St

Chicopee, MA 01020-1139

Phone Number: (413) 737-9544

Therapists Near Chicopee, MA

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Christopher G. Langelier

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Chicopee, MA 01013
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Keturah Mahdi

Addiction Counselor

Chicopee, MA 01013
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Jorge Baez

Addiction Counselor

Chicopee, MA 01013
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Anna Gerhart

Counselor

Chicopee, MA 01013
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Xiarah C. Jonei

Mental Health Counselor

Chicopee, MA 01013