Dr. Joseph Patrick Powers of Needham, MA, passed away on January 14, 2017 in his home. Loving husband to Kathleen OBrien, and devoted father of sons Devin and Cullan Powers. Joe was born on September 29, 1944, in the Bronx, NY as the second of eight siblings. He spent his childhood days playing stickball and basketball, and nurturing a deep love for learning that he would carry with him throughout his life. Joe studied English literature at Catholic university, communications at New York University, group psychotherapy and psychodrama at the Moreno Institute, and psychology at Harvard University and Boston College, where he received his doctorate. He was the director of group psychotherapy at McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA, and ran his own private practice, working with families and individuals of all ages. Most recently, Joe served as a consultant to the Galway hurling team in Ireland, an honor he cherished. Joe appreciated the arts, and directed a number of Irish plays in the Boston area. He did have his faults, he was a New York Yankees fan. Joe lived a life full of compassion and wonder. His profound devotion to helping others find peace was surpassed only by the love he had for his family and dear friends and his capacity to see the beauty in this world. His sincere warmth, humor, and empathy touched everyone he knew. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 4th, at 10am at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 23 Dedham Ave, Needham, MA 02492. In lieu of flower, donate to a .