Dr. Mitchell D. Gurk
Health mind. Healthy Family.
Treatment is results oriented, which means we work together at the beginning to define the changes that are meaningful to you. In a basic sense, psychotherapy is for thinking about feelings. We are all part of systems, be they family, work or society. The outcome is more freedom to be yourself.
With children, treatment approach is family-centered. In the long run, the best therapist for your child is you, the parent. Parent consultation is an integral part of treatment for children and teens. Play space, art therapy and parent observation available. Psychological testing and family meetings are options.
In Couples Counseling or Marital Therapy the patient is the relationship. In couples treatment, i thoughtfully guide your interactions to encourage better understanding of each other. This approach reduces the tendency to blame one another for differences, and leads the two of you into your own manner of accepting them.
Pet-Assisted Therapy (PAT).
Education/Training
PhD, UConn, 1978.
Post-doc clinical internship, Portland OR, 1979. Plus Portland Academy of Hypnosis.
MA, Villanova U., 1974.
Bio
Family therapist since 1970.
Licenced in Mass. with practice in Spencer since 1980.
Designer and director, Worcester City Hospital Counseling center, 1980-1983.
Harrington Hosp., Southbridge MA, Allied Health.
Consultant to many healthcare settings, schools and public and private organizations for OD, clinical training, and Disaster Response.
College teaching - Advanced Counseling Skills, Supervision, and Psychological Testing at UConn graduate Counseling program; and Psychology of Adolescence at Worcester State College.
Community service for teens and child car seats.
Memberships
American Psychotherapy Assn., Board Certified Professional Counselor (BCPC), Diplomate.
Payments Accepted
New flexible and open schedule. immediate start for new callers.
most insurance plans accepted.
Hours:Mon, tues, wed.
License:Lic. Psychologist Provider; Marriage and Family Therapist
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Hypnotherapy
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Addiction
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Learning Disabilities
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Adolescents
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Adoption
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Life Transitions
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Anger Management
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Loneliness
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Arts Therapy (Expressive)
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Marriage Counseling
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Asperger's Syndrome
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Men's Issues
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Body Image Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Caregiver Issues
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Pet Therapy
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Children's Counseling
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Play Therapy
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Chronic Illness
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Couples
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Premarital Counseling
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Depression
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Problem Gambling
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Divorce
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Psychoanalysis
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Domestic Violence
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Psychological Evaluation / Testing
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Eating Disorders
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Psychopharmacology
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Educational Therapy
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Relationship Issues
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Family Conflict
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Gender Identity / Transgenderism
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Gifted / Talented Issues
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Stress Management
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Grief and Loss
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Trauma and PTSD
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Group Therapy
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Women's Issues
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Herpes and STD Counseling
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist (State)
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
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