Clinicians and Therapists
Bedford Counseling Associates employs 10 full time therapists who serve the behavioral health care needs of individuals and families for all age groups from children to older adults.
Rik Cornell, LICSW, Director
Education: Masters of Social Work, Boston University
Specialty Areas: Anxiety, depression, grief/loss, post traumatic stress, ADHD
Ages Served: Adolescents and adults
Treatment Approach: Short term, solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy
Russell Johnson, LCMHC
Education: Masters in Counseling Psychology, Assumption CollegeSpeciality Areas: Depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, stress, improved interpersonal & family relationships, divorceAges Served: Age 11 to older adultsTreatment Approach: Strength focused cognitive behavioral therapy
John LeBow, LICSW, MLADAC
Education: Masters of Social Work, Boston University
Specialty Areas: Child and adolescent issues, family counseling, substance abuse, anxiety, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder
Ages Served: Adolescents and adults
Treatment Approach: Collaborative, solution-focused cognitive behavioral therpay to empower people to make life changes
Carol Liddell, R.N., BC
Education: Masters of Science in Psychology, Springfield College
Registered Nurse, Board Certified in Mental Health
Specialty Areas: Post traumatic stress disorder, bereavement, depression, anxiety
Ages Served: Adults
Treatment Approach: Supportive empowerment through client/therapist collaboration
Janice Long, LICSW
Education: Masters of Social Work, Boston University
Specialty Areas: Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, cognitive behavioral therapy, post traumatic stress disorder
Ages Served: Adults
Treatment Approach: Helping clients understand how physical health, social interactions and lifestyle choices impact mental health
Janice Paquette, LMHC, MLADAC
Education: Masters in Human Services, Springfield CollegeSpecialty Areas: Substance abuse, addictions, gambling, support for families, dual disorders, depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorderAges Served: Adults Treatment Approach: Enable clients to recognize their problems and strengths, build self esteem and empower them to initiate change. Foster social supports
Mark Powers, LICSW (NH, MA & VT)
Education: Masters of Social Work, Boston University
Masters of Business Administration, Whittemore School UNH
Specialty Areas: Issues pertaining to relationship problems, medical illness, loss, mood disorders and anxiety, anger management and divorce
Ages Served: Adults
Treatment Approach: Brief solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal problem-solving
Jutka Varhegyi, LMHC
Education: Masters in Counseling, Notre Dame College
Specialty Areas: Depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal relationship issues, grief/loss, life transitions
Ages Served: Adults
Treatment Approach: Cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy; utilizing wisdom
of life to build a better future
Carol Bates, LCMHC
Education: Masters in Counseling Psychology, Cambridge College
Specialty Areas: Individual and family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, substance abuse
Ages Served: Adolescents and adults
Treatment Approach: Client centered philosophy focused on validation, skill building & empowerment
Additionally, Bedford Counseling Associates employs up to 20 fully credentialed part-time counselors. Call our scheduling department for more information. (603) 623-1916.
Licensure Codes:
LICSW = Licensed Social Worker; LMHC = Licensed Mental Health Counselor;
MLADAC = Master Level Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor;
RN, BC = Registered Nurse, Board Certified (Mental Health)
