Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Milford, NH
Family Guidance Center has been a trusted provider of mental health services in Milford, New Hampshire since 1987. Our team of licensed therapists specializes in delivering client-centered, solution-focused therapy tailored to individuals, couples, and families. With decades of combined experience, we address diverse challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, and family dynamics through evidence-based approaches. We prioritize personalized care, helping clients develop practical strategies to navigate life's stressors while fostering resilience and emotional well-being.Our commitment to the community is reflected in our accessible location near the Milford Oval and our dedication to matching clients with therapists best suited to their needs. By offering flexible counseling options for all age groups, we empower individuals to achieve greater life satisfaction and overcome obstacles to personal growth.
Services
Anxiety Counseling
Couples Counseling
Depression Counseling
LGBTQ Support
Child Counseling
Substance Abuse Counseling
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Co-Parenting Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of continuous mental health counseling experience
- Our team includes specialized therapists for diverse demographic needs
- We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and major insurance carriers
- We provide age-specific counseling from children to adults
- We employ evidence-based, solution-focused therapeutic approaches
Services
Anxiety Counseling
Our anxiety counseling helps clients develop effective coping strategies through evidence-based techniques. We specialize in treating generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and stress-related conditions. Our therapists work collaboratively with clients of all ages to identify triggers, modify negative thought patterns, and implement relaxation techniques to promote emotional stability and improved daily functioning.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts in romantic relationships. We address issues like trust breaches, financial disagreements, and intimacy concerns. Our licensed therapists help partners develop healthier interaction patterns, enhance emotional connection, and rebuild relationship satisfaction through structured, goal-oriented sessions tailored to each couple's unique needs.
Child Counseling
Specialized counseling for children addresses behavioral challenges, emotional development, and trauma recovery. Our therapists use age-appropriate techniques like play therapy to help young clients express feelings constructively. We work closely with parents to create supportive environments and implement positive discipline strategies that foster resilience and healthy emotional growth in children aged 3-12.
Substance Abuse Counseling
Comprehensive substance abuse counseling addresses alcohol, drug, and behavioral addictions through individualized treatment plans. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with relapse prevention strategies. We support clients through all recovery stages, helping them understand addiction dynamics, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuild relationships affected by substance use disorders.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy specializes in treating trauma and PTSD by reprocessing distressing memories. This evidence-based approach helps clients reduce the emotional impact of traumatic experiences through structured bilateral stimulation techniques. We assist individuals in developing new coping skills while addressing trauma-related anxiety, flashbacks, and negative self-beliefs to promote psychological healing and emotional stability.
People
Laurene Allen
LICSW
Laurene Allen specializes in counseling children, adolescents, and families. With extensive experience in mental health, she helps clients navigate emotional challenges through personalized, therapeutic approaches that promote long-term well-being.
Mary Brady
LCMHC
Mary Brady provides counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Her focus on solution-oriented therapy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with compassionate support to help clients overcome diverse mental health challenges and improve daily functioning.
Ashlee Dionne
LICSW
Ashlee Dionne offers specialized mental health services for children, adolescents, and families. Her client-centered approach prioritizes emotional development and practical problem-solving to address behavioral challenges and support healthier family dynamics.
Jessie Foltz
LCMHC
Jessie Foltz specializes in adolescent and adult counseling. With expertise in trauma-informed care, they help clients develop coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and life transitions through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Kathryn Stack
LCMHC
Kathryn Stack provides EMDR therapy and counseling for adolescents and adults. Specializing in trauma recovery, she uses evidence-based techniques to help clients process distressing experiences and develop healthier emotional regulation patterns.
Questions
What mental health services are available?
We offer anxiety counseling, couples therapy, depression treatment, child/adolescent counseling, EMDR therapy, and specialized services for substance abuse, family dynamics, and trauma recovery.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most major insurance plans. Please contact our office directly to verify your specific insurance coverage and benefits.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 603-672-5005 during regular business hours to speak with our staff. We'll help match you with the appropriate therapist and schedule your initial consultation at your convenience.
Are emergency services available?
For mental health emergencies, please call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room. We also provide crisis resources and referrals for urgent mental health needs.
What age groups do you serve?
Our therapists provide counseling for all ages including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with specialized approaches tailored to each developmental stage and client need.
Reviews (5)
Ashlyn Ross
Jul 16, 2021
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Kelley is an amazing therapist. I've been working with her for 5 years now and can't thank her enough for making such a positive impact on my life. She cares deeply for her patients and it shows.
Jake A.
Jan 31, 2021
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Only reason I am giving a one star review is because Kathryn Stack is NOT professional at all. I had an appointment with her today, there was an issue with billing and instead of her taking the session to actually speak about my issues, she took it in her hands to completely disrespect me. I explained to her my mother takes control of payments and I, myself, am a student. Clearly, she did not understand. She basically in other words told me that if I could not afford therapy, to not do therapy. She said and I quote "If you have 10 cents in your pocket, would you go to the store and buy milk?"
Christine Fortado
Jan 27, 2021
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I have been seeing Kathy Stack for about a year now. I was in a very dark place where I have been many times in my life. I have seen other therapists with little success and had basically given up. Things had gotten so bad for me economically, personally, professionally, in every other way. I decided to give it one last shot with a therapist. I am so very grateful that I was paired with Kathy. In just a year I have gained almost all of my confidence back. I have been at my current job for over a year now, after being unemployed with a college degree for 2-3 years. I am making so much progress in
Katie Sibley
Jan 27, 2021
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Everyone at the Family Guidance Center has been wonderful. My insurance has changed multiple times over the past year and the Family Guidance Center has been flexible and supportive. I have been seeing Kathy Stack for about a year and she has been the best therapist I have ever worked with. I have seen about 10 different therapists over the past 15 years. Most recently I was looking for someone who would not only listen but also challenge me and push me to set goals for myself. Kathy has been exactly what I have needed. She is real and honest and has pushed me to be the best version of myself.
G. C.
Jan 26, 2021
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I don't usually write reviews, but after reading the 1 star review for the Family Guidance Center of Milford and for Kathy Stack, I feel compelled to say my experience with both the center and Kathy has been very positive. I am grateful to the Center and Kathy for providing care to me in this unprecedented time.
