Thriveworks is proud to offer two locations in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Kajal Gehi, LICSW

Kajal Gehi is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts with over fifteen years of experience working in the field of psychiatry, and providing psychotherapy to adult, geriatric, and adolescent clients who struggle with mental illness and overall life challenges and stressors. She completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Anthropology in 2001 from Trinity College. She received her Master of Social Work Degree in 2005 from Hunter College-CUNY.

Kajal has trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Strength-Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She has a solid understanding of the efficacy and potential side-effects of psychiatric medications. She is extremely dedicated to this field and enjoys helping people manage their symptoms and improve their daily functioning and interpersonal relationships. She is goal-driven and has a firm belief in the healing power of psychotherapy.

Kajal strives to collaborate with her clients towards building on their strengths and achieving their goals, so that they can live the lives that they desire!

Kajal’s specialties:

• Bipolar Disorder
• Adjustment Disorder
• Grief and Loss
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Schizophrenia
• Schizoaffective Disorder
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
• Panic Disorder
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Meredith Morrison, PMHNP-BC

Meredith Morrison is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with training and experience treating patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. Her clinical career has taken her on a journey through the healthcare system, from inpatient to outpatient settings. Her education includes a Masters of Science in Nursing Degree with a Psychiatric Mental Health specialization from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. 

Meredith’s clinical practice focuses on assessing, diagnosing, treatment planning and care coordination for those struggling with a wide range of mental health issues. She provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management tailored to the specific individuals’ needs and approaches all interactions with patience, warmth and understanding. She is flexible and integrative in her approach in order to meet the needs and desired outcomes of each individual she works with. Meredith is enthusiastic to apply her experience and compassion with clients as they begin to address the issues that will help them to improve their quality of life and attain a sense of fulfillment.

Alicia Ziegler, LICSW

Hello. I am a licensed independent clinical social worker in the Greater Boston area. I received my B.A. in Society and Health in 2008 from Simmons University. After graduating from undergrad, I worked in retail for two years while looking for opportunities to volunteer with different non-profit organizations in Boston. I was accepted into the Clinical Social Work program in Fall 2010. I graduated from Simmons University with my MSW in 2012. I am someone who is passionate in learning more about how the effects of trauma, institutionalized racism, violence, poverty, sexism, sex work, transphobia, and homophobia impact an individual's or group of individuals access to healthcare, mental health care, housing, employment, and other services. I have experience working with a variety of individuals experiencing challenges with unemployment, trauma, addiction, mental health, violence including intimate partner violence, gun violence, and gang violence. My approaches to individual therapy include, but are not limited to the following: Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed, Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I come from the belief that individuals do not exist in a vacuum; there are systems in place that act upon individuals and navigating these systems can be incredibly intimidating and challenging. My goal as a clinician is to be able to provide clients the space, tools, and peace they need to process difficult emotions and life transitions. 

Bhavna Lal, Psy.D

I firmly believe that every individual is already equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to overcome whatever problem they are facing, but often need help tweaking those skills to meet their current needs. I also believe that a key component to therapy is the relationship between the client and the clinician. As such, I strive to help build a relationship based on equality, trust, and safety in order to help each client reach their goals. You never know what life is going to throw at you, but together we can navigate the tools, skills, and experiences you need to overcome just about anything. 

While I specialize in treating individuals who have experienced trauma, and interpersonal violence, I am highly experienced in working with people from all backgrounds, orientations, and walks of life, with many presenting problems. I have helped individuals successfully work through issues related to phobias, schizophrenia, gender/sexual orientation, stress management, depression, anxiety, and attention related disorders, among others. 

I have worked and trained in a variety of clinical settings, including forensic psychiatric hospitals, community mental health clinics, women’s shelters, jails, and inpatient hospitals, and am fluent in both English and Hindi, with some fluency in Punjabi and Urdu. 

Catherine Lambert, LMHC

Mark Twain said “The two most important days of our lives are the day we are born and the day we find out why.” My personal philosophy is similar in that I firmly believe all persons have purpose; just finding it and living it can be overwhelming .. but it is there.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the state of Massachusetts, and I love my job! I began this journey in NYC where I received my undergraduate from Queens College in Psychology. My husband and I moved to New Hampshire and I received my M.Ed. from UNH in Educational Counseling. I continued with an MS from GCU in Substance Abuse Counseling and rounded off with my CAGS from Rivier University in Clinical Counseling.

My background is so diverse that I doubt there is a population, setting or disorder that I haven’t successfully engaged in, though trauma and addiction are my specialties. The populations I most align with are children and adults/older adults; especially women. My therapeutic approach is a holistic, client-centered one including psychodynamic principles, CBT and DBT. For children, and sometimes adults, I enjoy the use of sandtray and traditional play therapies.

Jeannie Plugis, LICSW

Jeannie is an experienced Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She uses an empathic, client centered, holistic, evidence based approach to therapy. Working with Adults throughout the lifespan, Jeannie has practiced in both Outpatient and Medical settings with clients presenting with symptoms of Adjustment Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or Insomnia. 

Collaborative treatment toward mutually negotiated goals might include decreased symptoms, increased resilience, and increased adaptive social skills. Treatment modalities include but are not exclusive to Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Positive Psychology.

Jeannie believes that every client deserves to work within a supportive atmosphere of genuine warmth, and respect. It is only in this environment that clients can feel truly safe to share their thoughts and feelings in service toward reaching their personal therapy goals.

Jeannie has a Master of Social Work from Simmons College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Boston College.

Jennifer Quell, LMHC

Therapy is often sought out in times of despair, grief, desolation and heartache. I have a client-centered approach that allows my clients to not feel alone and to help in moving past these terribly isolating feelings. I find it is very important to be present and ‘in the moment’ with my clients so that they don’t need to face life’s hardest challenges without someone by their side. I encourage my clients to be very transparent, and tell me exactly what they need from me, and I will do what it takes to get what they need or will find the person who can. Empathy is not only a value I possess, but is the framework for how I conduct therapy, knowing that my clients don’t ask for these struggles, but still need to face them every day.

My specialties include diverse populations, involving but not limited to all different race, ages, religions, sexual orientations, beliefs, and those with varying disabilities. I have worked with individuals, couples, families, in team and in group settings facilitating group-styled therapy. I have also worked with those in crisis and have experience in numerous emergency related situations, which has expanded itself to include the capability to assess one’s mental state and ability to detect unwanted symptoms. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Psychological First Aid (PFA).  I also have experience counseling and providing support to those who face substance abuse, trauma, grief, emotional disturbance, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns, eating disorders, and even behaviors and symptoms that involve risk, including suicidal ideation. Professional development is imperative to me, as I understand that it directly affects the clients I see in a positive and goal-focused way. I am very concerned about what my client identifies as problem areas and goals and will work unwaveringly to help you first face these hardships, then to accomplish each of your goals that at one time felt unattainable.

Juliet Pellicane, LMHC

Juliet is an independent Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She received her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Dance/ Movement Therapy from Lesley University and her Bachelors of Science in Human Developmental and Family Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Juliet has worked with clients across the lifespan in various settings including assisted living, partial hospitalization programs, and within the community. She has extensive experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, crisis, and life transitions. She brings transparency, creativity, passion, and acceptance into the therapeutic space. 

Juliet believes treatment begins with the therapeutic relationship by creating safety and support for clients to gain autonomy and a deeper sense of self. Her aim is to help clients effectively manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship and other interpersonal issues. She utilizes Person-Centered care, Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the mind-body connection, humor, movement, and the expressive arts to help client’s foster positive change and greater life satisfaction. Juliet uses a holistic approach while collaborating with the client to find what works best for them. 

Maureen Roy, LMHC

Many people seek therapy to make improvements in their lives. My goal is to help you identify and conquer what you feel is holding you back. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic and non-judgmental.  My treatment approach is direct and collaborative from a holistic standpoint, which allows me to tailor each session to my clients' needs and help restore a sense of balance.

I specialize in individual and couples’ therapy for problems related to depression, anxiety, stress, gambling, other forms of addictions, and relationship difficulties.  I also believe in incorporating my clients' culture, beliefs, and values in order to help them feel more whole.  

I believe that creating an authentic and genuine therapeutic relationship is imperative to behavioral change and therefore it is essential that the therapist and client are a good fit and work as a collaborative team.

I chose counseling because I believe in helping people. I'm here to listen, question, encourage, support and guide you and I look forward to working with you!

Shanta Cortez-Greig, LICSW

Everybody is so unique and special and I love helping individuals become the greatest versions of themselves.  I wholeheartedly believe in the power of unconditional positive regard, and the necessity of diversity and of authentic self-expression.  I would love to help you become the greatest version of YOU. I use an interdisciplinary and holistic approach in my work. Whatever you need, we can do!  In my 8 yrs in the field, I've worked with ages 3 - 65 yrs old, in surviving trauma, addiction, depression and anxiety. Another particular strength of mine is relationships and couple's therapy.   Let’s chat. We are sailors on an ocean. We cannot change the tides, but we can master our ships!

Alice Husted, NP

Nurse Practitioner #762059 MA

Alice Husted is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Masters Degree in Psychiatric Nursing from MGH Institute of Health Professions.

Alice has experience treating adults and adolescents 13 and older with an array of mental health issues. She has specialized experience working with patients who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, which has provided Alice expertise in treating disorders that are often a result of trauma, such as addictions, mood disorders, and eating disorders.

Alice has a special interest in integrating various forms of treatment including western traditional medicine, meditation, and mindfulness. Above all, she has a deep respect for those who are willing to seek treatment and looks forward to helping individuals take charge of their emotional health.

Dr. Sumio Shinohara, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist #8645 MA

Dr. Sumio Shinohara is a licensed clinical psychologist. He obtained a Doctor of Psychology in clinical psychology at the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology in Boston. Dr. Sumio is fluent in both English and Japanese. He is a Japanese speaking psychologist that offers counseling and psychology in either, English or Japanese.

Dr. Sumio specializes in child, adolescent, and adult mental health; often working with couples and families. He has diverse experience from working at elementary schools, high schools, and community health centers in Boston.

Deborah Brigandi, MA, LICSW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker #114237 MA

Deborah Brigandi has received a Bachelor of Science from Simmons College in Nutrition, and a Masters Degree from Boston College.

Deborah works with adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, and major life transitions, as well as couples experiencing relationship challenges. Deborah also has additional training and experience helping clients with nutrition-related diseases and weight management issues.

Lauren Tallett, LMHC

Lauren Tallett is an independent Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts. She has experience working one-on-one with a diverse population of adults, children, and families within several communities of the Boston Metro Area.

Lauren has extensive experience addressing the emotional challenges related to anxiety, depression and trauma. In addition, she has worked with children and adolescents to improve social functioning and coping mechanisms to build confidence and self esteem.

Her practice is a judgment free zone that provides the individual with a safe place to express feelings and concerns. Lauren prides herself in helping the individual self actualize in order to gain greater personal growth and professional success.

Nancy Villa, LMHC

Mental Health Counselor #10069

Nancy Villa Meyers is an independent Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in trauma studies from Lesley University.

Her aim is to help clients manage and reduce feelings associated with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and adjustment. She has worked with children, adolescents, and young adults in many settings. She has facilitated individual, family, community based and group therapies.

Nancy’s approach is rooted in bringing awareness to the connections between the mind, body, and spirit using a number of different techniques tailored to each individual. The goal is to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves at all levels, which can often lead to improved self-esteem and self-awareness. She strives to help clients learn practical skills to incorporate into their everyday lives to allow for an increase of awareness of their internal world. She may integrate a combination of therapeutic approaches such as psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapies. These approaches are tailored to each individual so that one can begin to work towards developing his/her unique path to feeling fully engaged and alive in the present.

Gail Ranere Nunes, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor #9584 MA

Gail Ranere Nunes is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds a MA in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University and an EdM in Education, Policy and Management from Harvard University. Her practice of nearly thirty years has included working with children and their families. She has also successfully worked with couples and adults dealing with a myriad of concerns and issues.

Gail’s focus is primarily social emotional learning and includes methods of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, and relaxation training as well as family systems work.

In addition, Gail has a great deal of experience dealing with trauma in both children and adults. She has a special interest in neuroscience and worked for a number of years in her undergraduate work in an Endocrinology lab where she learned the importance of the body mind connection. This understanding has supported her work with those folks dealing with any kind of anxiety and/or physical illness.

Gail also has done a great deal of grief work in her personal and professional lives. Finally, she continues to supervise graduate students from Boston College, Lesley University and Boston University. This continued work helps her to stay abreast of the newest and latest developments in the field

Tristan Leibu, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor #​1285986307 MA

Tristan Leibu is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Massachusetts. Tristan believes that individuals are the captains of their own ship. It is his role as a counselor to act as a compass when they are feeling lost or unable to make decisions for themselves. His passion is to help individuals by having a collaborative process to address and alleviate their issues. When the effective services are completed, individuals will be able to have the tools at their disposable to understand and navigate their issues to help foster a healthier life.

Tristan has experience working with children, families, adults and the elderly. He specializes in, but is not limited to treating clients with addictions, depression, anxiety and trauma. He has an arrange of approaches to counseling, using elements of Psycho-dynamic, Humanistic, and Narrative Therapy, as well as CBT and the use of Mindfulness.

Tristan's education background includes a M.S. in Mental Health Counseling at LIU Post in Brookville, New York. He also has a B.A. in Psychology from Keene State College in Keene, New Hampshire.

Dr. Shaheen E Lakhan

Dr. Shaheen E Lakhan is a physician, scientist, and educator, board-certified in neurology and pain medicine with clinical training from the Cleveland Clinic and Massachusetts General Hospital.

Formerly, Dr. Lakhan was on the medical staff of leading medical centers (City of Hope; Cambridge Health Alliance), founding neurology department chair and assistant dean of an emerging medical school (California University of Science and Medicine), chair of an active institutional review board (Arrowhead Regional Medical Center), and chief of pain management at a multi-hospital academic healthcare system (Virginia Tech Carilion).

In addition to exemplary clinical service, Dr. Lakhan has an extensive research, educational, and philanthropic portfolio. He has over 100 peer-reviewed journal publications, books, and book chapters; was appointed by California Gov. Brown and Virginia Gov. Northam to prestigious boards; and bestowed the Harvard Medical School Dean's Community Service Award for his founding of the Global Neuroscience Initiative Foundation. He was also awarded the President's Call to Service Award for Lifetime Achievement by George W. Bush and The U.S. Congressional Award Gold Medal. In 2017, he was recognized by his peers and inducted as Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, the Academy's highest designation.

Dr. Anthony Centore, PhD, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor #6934 MA

Dr. Anthony Centore, PhD, is the founder of Thriveworks, a counseling company with locations across the United States that's focused on premium clinical care and customer service. In addition, Dr. Centore is a private practice consultant for the American Counseling Association a monthly columnist for Counseling Today Magazine and has been quoted in publications including The Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Atlanta Journal Constitution, The Monitor, Newsday, Prevention and has been featured on ABC News Boston.

Dr. Centore is the author of “How to Thrive in Counseling Private Practice: The Insider’s Guide to Starting and Growing a Counseling Therapy Business.”

Abby Wilson, LMHC

While we each face unique challenges in our lives, and we possess a unique set of strengths to face these challenges. In therapy I help people to identify and cultivate these strengths as a vital part of their recovery. Cognitive behavioral (CBT) techniques are utilized in order to build self-awareness and challenge unhelpful ways of thinking. By understanding the ways we think and perceive the world around us, we can ultimately take control of these thinking habits and become skilled in changing the resulting feelings. 

I have worked with adults with a wide range of treatment issues and diagnoses for over a decade. I specialize in treating traumatic stress, depression and anxiety, and issues of gender and sexuality. I have experience with mindfulness meditation, death and dying, and chronic illness. 

I also have several years of experience working with incarcerated populations and I enjoy assisting ex-offenders as they reintegrate back into society. 

While I frequently use CBT techniques, my style is psychodynamic and above all I strive to be open and affirming. I consider it a great honor to assist my clients in their individual journeys towards wellness.

Cody Doucette, LMHC

Cody Doucette is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Counseling and Psychological Services. Cody has a passion for supporting individuals in their pursuit of a healthy and well-balanced life. He has experience serving his community, repairing dynamics and developing healthy patterns of communication with his clients. Cody practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and believes that identifying and relating one’s thoughts, feelings and behaviors may prove effective throughout the course of treatment. Leading with a strengths-based approach, Cody believes in the importance of empathy and communication.

David McDowell, PhD

I have been licensed as a healthcare psychologist in Massachusetts since 1980 and have treated adolescents, adults, and elders in individual, couples, and family therapy. Problems clients bring for our work together include anxiety, depression, and relationship and career difficulties. More specifically, I have treated multiple forms of depression (single episodes or recurring, chronic, or bipolar) and anxiety (chronic worry, panic, social anxiety, specific phobias), psychological aspects of physical disorders caused or amplified by psychological distress, personality difficulties, etc. My approach is eclectic. Trained in classical techniques, I have come to value the targeted approaches of cognitive-behavioral treatment and the general value of mindfulness and meditation. I am happy to negotiate therapeutic approaches with my clients as long as they are within my skill set and are appropriate to the difficulties and goals clients identify. Out of the workplace I enjoy my children and grandchildren, travel, walking, and my dog Kizzie.

Dr. Bernard Scott, LICSW, Psy.D.

I have over 20 years of experience working in community mental health clinics in Boston, providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families. My clients face a variety of challenges including: depression, anxiety, anger management, attention deficit, compulsive gambling, domestic violence, gay/lesbian issues, grief/bereavement, obsessive compulsive disorders, personality disorders, phobias, PTSD and psychotic/schizophrenic disorders. My approach to therapy involves partnering with each client and understanding their unique perspective. I then consider a variety of theoretical applications including interpersonal, cognitive/behavioral, solution focused, object relations, RET, breif short term, and psychodynamic to best support the goals of each client.

I firmly believe that mental health practitioners need to focus on supporting homeostasis within their client by using a wide variety of supplemental treatments. These may include referrals to acupuncture, message therapy, meditation, yoga, psychopharmacology, etc..

Clients function best when they are made aware of their own strengths and positive coping skills. The therapist supports this growth process by affirming these skills, and sharing new and different approaches to conflict and stress.

Theresa Damien, PMHNP-BC

Theresa M. Damien CNP, PMHNP is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Damien has over 13 years experience as a registered nurse with over 9 years of diverse clinical experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She earned her degree at Regis College where she was inducted into the nursing honor society, Sigma Theta Tau. Ms. Damien is dually certified as a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse-Advanced Practice and active member of International Nursing Society on Addictions (IntNSA) and the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA). 

Ms. Damien is a dedicated provider and nurse educator. She continues educate undergraduate and graduate nursing students in the clinical and academic setting. She continues to contribute as a peer content reviewer for the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, APNA, and, IntNSA. 

She has worked as a nurse , providing care in medical and mental health settings. Her approach to patient care is patient centered and holistic. Compassion and collaboration are essential to ensure the patient's mental health goals are prioritized. She looks forward to working with you to obtain your best health.

Victoria Johnson, LMHC

Victoria M. Johnson, LMHC, LADC1 has over 30 years of behavioral health  and substance use experience across various domains/modalities in both the private and public sectors. She has provided counseling, education and treatment in collegiate settings, inpatient and outpatient programs and in community settings.   She currently serves as the Treatment Center Director at Health Care Resource Centers-Chelsea where she brings forward her advance knowledge and clinical expertise and programmatic oversight to address the opioid epidemic at its foundation, in Medication Assisted Treatment. She has formerly held senior administrative, academic and clinical positions at the MA Department of Public Health, North Shore Community College, Project Cope Inpatient and Residential Programs; and has consulted to the Departments of Mental Health, Children and Family Services and Community Corrections.  In addition to Mental Health/Substance Use licensure, she holds specialized certifications as a Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), a Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional Diplomate (CCDP-D) and Trauma Desensitization Specialist (EMDR). She has conducted training seminars, workshops and presentations focused on supporting new treatment providers/counselors in establishing themselves and/or attaining licensure. She is a has dedicated her career to treatment for all stages of recovery, treating women, supporting lesbian and gay individuals/couples and their families, and enhancing personal and professional relationships by fostering all truth in all communication.

Lizandre L. Levarity, LMHC

Liz Levarity is a bilingual (English/Haitian-Creole) Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College and Bachelors from Northeastern University. She brings transparency, passion, and collaboration to the counseling process in order to provide genuine care to individuals, families, and groups. 

With over 10 years of experience, Liz has worked in several behavioral health agencies assisting a diverse set of individuals in stabilizing their lives and minds while they navigate through life’s obstacles. Liz specializes in helping individuals with a variety of issues, which include but are not limited to trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship conflicts. Though she incorporates traditional clinical modalities, Liz believes in an eclectic and holistic approach that is tailor made for each participant. 

During her free time, Liz enjoys spending time with family, singing 90’s pop music, watching crime shows, making home-made organic body butter, and international travel.

Russell Wolf, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor #1497 MA

Russell Wolf is an artist and athlete at heart. Russell recieved a Bachelors in Psychology from Yale College, and a Masters of Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education (focusing on group, community, and organizational consultation).

While Russell helps a variety of clients, he has particular interest in helping couples in conflict, guiding clients through life and career issues, helping clients with depression and anxiety, counseling children, providing family therapy, running therapy groups, and consulting with organizations around team building.

Alex Newman, LMHC

Alex Newman completed his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with minors in Sociology, Philosophy and Religious Studies from UMASS Amherst, he then went on to get his Master’s Degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University and is now a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with seven years of counseling experience in community based services. 

Alex’s approach to therapy is eclectic, using a Humanistic approach with a blend of Cognitive Behavioral/ Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Reality Based, and Psycho-educational tools to help support his clients. Emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health he explores with clients how the mind, spirit and body are interconnected. These approaches are tailored to each individual so that one can begin to work towards developing his/her unique path towards healing. Listening empathetically to personal truths, assessing and guiding individuals with the tools and skills to manage the issues throughout their lives and move them towards the goals they identify. 

I have always been genuinely interested in the well being and uniqueness of everybody around me. I believe that anyone can gain knowledge through their experiences in a warm, supportive, therapeutic environment. When facing challenges and struggles, you do not need to feel alone; it can be very advantageous to have someone by your side who is nonjudgmental, understanding, and compassionate. Taking the opportunity to seek out help is an admirable attempt to try to live a more fulfilling life for yourself, and demonstrates a great deal of strength! I can help you to discover the useful tools in order to cope with life issues. Thus enabling you to move towards the kind of life you would like to create. I am willing to meet you where you are at in terms of readiness to change and to assist you in making the positive changes you would like to embody.

My theory is that when people are listened to and are free from judgement while exploring their inner meanings, find understanding, calm unwanted feelings, challenge faulty beliefs/irrational thoughts and replace unhelpful attitudes, people become free to experience empowering changes.

Alex serves adults, couples and groups in the following areas: 

• Self Esteem 
• Mood Disorders 
• Personality Disorders 
• Anxiety Disorders 
• Relational Problems 
• Physical, Sexual, Emotional Abuse 
• Anger and Stress Management
• Obsessions and Compulsions
• Addictive Behaviors and Substance Use Issues 
• LGBTQ Issues

Dr. Lynn Chosiad, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist #9193 MA

Dr. Lynn Chosiad is a licensed psychologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. She received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Chosiad has had varied clinical experiences working with diverse populations in many different settings.

In addition to working with clients who struggle with disordered eating and other weight and body image disturbances, Dr. Chosiad has extensive experience treating anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, relational issues, grief/loss, trauma, and family, career, and educational issues.

Melissa Bryant, LICSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I received my Masters in Social Work from Boston College, specializing in Older Adults & Families in 2015. 

I am a strong advocate for social justice issues and have a commitment to working with marginalized communities, specifically LGBTQ+ and Aging. I have experience working with adults and older adults in the LGBTQ+ community helping them with life transitions, losses, grief, and trauma. I also have experience working with caregivers and families. 

As a therapist I firmly believe in the power of being heard and having your experience validated and how that can transform your life and empower an individual during the therapeutic process. My goal as a therapist is to help you heal and collaboratively work through any issues that are coming up for you. I utilize various wellness modalities in my therapeutic practice such as meditation, mindfulness, mindful self compassion. I have experience working with people who are struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, dementia and personality disorders. 

Pardis Parsa, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor #9560 (MA)

We each hold within us the resilience and knowledge we need to create the life we want to live. As a therapist and expressive therapist I serve the role of companion and guide to help you to tap into that knowledge. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative, and creative space where we can explore the many complexities life offers. My background in expressive therapy and improvisation brings with it the opportunity to explore new roles, try new ways of approaching issues, and to have increased flexibility in life.

I received my Masters in Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Drama Therapy from Lesley University and I am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Massachusetts. I have an extensive background in working with clients who experience depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis, and trauma. My background is in working with individuals who have experienced recent crises and need help finding new approaches to process challenges that have presented themselves and listen for patterns and behaviors that might be keeping them from moving forward. I have worked with a diverse array of individuals across the lifespan from age 6 to 76, and have much experience in group, individual, and community therapy settings. I also have experience working with the LGBTIA community. I use expressive therapy modalities when appropriate in order to allow for new modes of communication and exploration. I incorporate evidenced based practices such as CBT and DBT models to influence my work.

Cassondra Macaione, LICSW

Cassondra is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, eating disorder, and trauma. Cassondra takes a client-centered approach to therapy and focuses on formulating specific goals and objectives and provides therapeutic counseling in accordance with such plans. Additionally, Cassondra utilizes a variety of psychological methods and techniques in the screening, assessment, and evaluation phases of treatment. Techniques include mindfulness, meditation, CBT, and DBT strategies to assist you in attaining your goals.

Cassondra works with adolescents and adults ranging from 16 to 65 – including families and couples – who are coping with major life transitions, relationship challenges, depression, and anxiety. Cassondra has worked with clients coping with complex trauma and assures her clients are equipped with exceptional tools to live a full and happy life.

Cassondra has lived in the Boston area for the past 10 years and enjoys cooking, music, and traveling.

Dr. Kevin Grimes, PhD

Licensed Psychologist #1033153648 MA

Dr. Kevin Grimes is here to help you engage in self-discovery and he would support your efforts to promote opportunities for successful, healthy living. Many of our positive choices toward health in life - including some life-saving choices - come not out of a formidable battle, in which our health-promoting desire and motivation "win" over poor life choices, but in making positive life choices. Often, small steps with relatively little effort make the difference. Repeated, these become habits.

His background includes training in several modalities. He brings together what he has learned through deep education and training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, Gestalt therapy, and cognitive development-informed therapy. Listener, Person-centered and Mindful are also words that tag what he does.

In addition to providing psychotherapy, he investigate ethics in Big neuroscience and ICT projects studying brain and behavior. He has lectured on psychology and neuroscience in American and Swedish universities, and welcome the opportunity to work with international clients.

Dr. Kevin's practice is open to new clients as he is returning from a decade of working in Europe. Locally, he trained in clinical psychology and was on the staff for many years at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School, in clinical-developmental psychology at the Clinical-Developmental Institute in Belmont, and in forensic mental health at Mass General Hospital Center for Law and Psychiatry. Also, he had operated a mental health group practice in Middlesex County.

Dr. Kevin has given talks at the National Ethics Councils (NEC) Forum, the European Group on Ethics in Science and New Technologies, the National Italian Bioethics Committee (NBC), the European Network of Research Ethics Committees, and the European Commission (for review of an FET project).

Jenna Halloran, LICSW

I am Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts. I received my MSW from Simmons College in 2016. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with a diverse population of people, including young adults and adults with serious mental illness, mood disorders, substance abuse, and trauma backgrounds. I help people work through crises (including sexual abuse and trauma, loss, suicide attempts, development of a mental illness) by helping people find their voice to recreate healthy, adaptive ways to live. I am skilled at tailoring therapy to meet the unique needs of each person I meet by drawing on their strengths and enhancing their skills for personal growth and empowerment.

I specialize in helping people navigate interpersonal and family relationships, life transitions, and mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is integrative, incorporating CBT, solution-focused, and mindfulness based interventions. I work to understand clients within their cultural contexts, including gender, race and sexuality. I am a passionate believer that a healthy mind-body connection can guide people towards living happy, fulfilling lives.

Arielle Klein, LMHC

I am an independent Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University.

Through a collaborative counseling relationship, I work with clients to help navigate the life stressors, transitions, challenges, and relational issues that many of us face at various points in our life. I believe that counseling is beneficial and important for anyone who is looking to work through these in an objective setting where empathetic support, listening, and solution focused techniques are discovered in order to help foster positive change and growth.

I have experience in working with both the adolescent and adult population, specializing in those struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, eating disorders, grief, chronic mental illness, and trauma. I utilize integrative techniques including mindfulness, CBT, humanistic, psychodynamic, and person centered approaches.  I strongly believe in the mind body connection, and recognize that nurturing both the mental and physical parts of ourselves are equally as important in achieving and maintaining happiness and health.

Jamie Albert, LICSW

Jamie is a licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her MSW from Columbia University in New York. Jamie has clinical experience working with diverse populations in a variety of settings including schools and community mental health centers.  Jamie specializes in child and family therapy. She also has extensive experience working with individuals and couples.

Her aim is to help empower individuals dealing with a wide range of social and emotional challenges including, depression, anxiety, parenting, sibling relationships, relationship issues, ADHD, family stressors, adjustments and transitions, interpersonal struggles and much more.

Jamie’s therapeutic approach is to provide support and counseling to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She combines traditional approaches, such as psychodynamic, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy to offer a highly personalized approached tailored to each client.  Jamie is committed to assisting each individual, couple or family build on their existing strengths. Her goal is to collaborate with clients through a process of self-reflection, self-discovery and positive change.