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I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported, drawing from an authentic understanding of...
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I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported, drawing from an authentic understanding of how life’s overwhelming challenges affect us and how building new skills can lead to healing and empowerment.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience specializing in mental health. I work with adolescents and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and stress. My clients are often seeking clarity, emotional balance, and tools to cope and thrive. I’m passionate about helping individuals feel empowered, supported, and equipped to lead more fulfilling lives.
I earned my Doctorate in Nursing from Frontier Nursing University. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, blending evidence-based practices with holistic care. I specialize in mood disorders, trauma, and stress-related challenges, helping clients build resilience, develop coping skills, and work toward lasting emotional well-being.
I understand how hard it can be to take the first step toward healing, and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and support. If you’re ready to begin your journey toward growth and balance, I invite you to take that next step because your well-being truly matters.
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As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circ...
As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building of new life skills can empower us once again.
I am a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience. I specialize in supporting adults and adolescents navigating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment challenges. My goal is to help clients find relief from persistent symptoms, improve daily functioning, and build emotional resilience through compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs and goals.
I earned my Master’s in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where I focused on integrating evidence-based, patient-centered care with a strong therapeutic alliance. My approach blends medication management and psychoeducation to empower clients in understanding their mental health and making informed choices about their care.
I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, and I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way. My goal is to create a warm, respectful, and supportive environment where you feel heard and valued. If you’re ready to take the next step toward emotional well-being, I invite you to schedule an appointment so we can begin your journey to healing together.
Starting therapy is a courageous first step to making changes and feeling empowered....
Starting therapy is a courageous first step to making changes and feeling empowered.
Samantha is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Her clinical experience has focused on helping adults 18+ to work through their fears and develop attainable goals. Her experience treating patients in community health centers, schools, and in-patient facilities has assisted in developing her understanding of how to help her clients work through milestone events. Samantha specializes in anxiety, depression, and substance use, as well as anger and stress management.
Samantha completed her Master of Social Work at Boston University School of Social Work. Samantha incorporates a variety of modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions for adults over the age of 18.
Changing perspective is what helps shift roadblocks into challenges that can be overcome. Schedule a session with Samantha to begin understanding your needs and how to create change in a meaningful and lasting way.
I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, and I work to tailor treatment approaches to meet individual needs ...
I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, and I work to tailor treatment approaches to meet individual needs and goals.
Alyssa Quann is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with 5 years of experience in mental health. She is committed to helping both individuals and couples navigate the world around them, equipping them with skills to excel in an ever-changing world. She is passionate about creating an authentic therapeutic space and encourages her clients to lean into the discomfort that comes with healing to make room for growth. Alyssa specializes in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and women's issues. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Williams College and her master's degree in clinical psychology from UMASS Dartmouth.
Alyssa values creativity, reflection, and humor as pathways of collaboration and connection. She uses several treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing.
Life is unpredictable and presents each individual with a unique set of challenges. If you are interested in building a therapeutic relationship based off of mutual respect and trust that will enable you reach your goals, book an appointment with her today!
I believe it’s important for all patients, regardless of age, to have access to top-quality mental health services....
I believe it’s important for all patients, regardless of age, to have access to top-quality mental health services.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse clinical settings, gaining experience in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning. I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and behavioral health concerns across the lifespan. My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from Regis College. I take a holistic, patient-centered approach, integrating supportive therapy, solution-focused strategies, and medication management when appropriate.
I believe that healing begins with feeling heard and understood. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can openly share your concerns and work toward meaningful change. Together, we will develop a personalized plan to help you manage symptoms, build resilience, and move toward improved mental wellness.
I firmly believe that genuine caring starts with listening attentively....
I firmly believe that genuine caring starts with listening attentively.
Hello, my name is Dr. Princess Francois. As a doctoral-prepared psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I am deeply committed to understanding the human experience and providing compassionate care. With over 10 years of nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings, I bring a well-rounded perspective to patient care. I focus on medication management for psychiatric diagnoses and am dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental health stability and symptom relief with professional, evidence-based strategies.
I recognize the complex challenges that affect individuals' daily lives, including stress, anxiety, depression, repetitive behaviors, psychosis, obsessive-compulsive thoughts and behaviors, anger, and other psychological difficulties that can disrupt one's ability to function. I firmly believe that these challenges do not define who you are.
My approach to treatment is highly individualized and person-centered. Your mental health is important to me, and through a collaborative partnership, we will determine the most effective treatment plan to support your well-being.
As someone who views mental health as essential to well-being and self-care, I understand the challenges of navigating through thi...
As someone who views mental health as essential to well-being and self-care, I understand the challenges of navigating through this journey and I am here to offer my support.
Lindsay Schiavone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience providing care to adults and seniors with concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. She has worked in settings including inpatient facilities and outpatient therapy. Lindsay has worked with people with disabilities and has researched the importance of resources for groups such as young adults, women, and LGBTQ+ members. She believes in the innate power of her clients and uses a person-centered approach to highlight inner strengths. Compassionate and affirming, Liindsay ensures she meets clients where they are without judgment.
Lindsay received her Master of Social Work from Boston University. She utilizes modalities specifically tailored to client needs including motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Everyone has a unique story and mental health path, and Lindsay understands the importance of providing a safe space to allow the opportunity to discover strengths and navigate emotions. If and when you are ready to explore your thoughts and feelings together, she warmly invites you to reach out and take that first step toward healing.
As a man of color from a diverse cultural background, I understand the need to provide culturally appropriate care for patients an...
As a man of color from a diverse cultural background, I understand the need to provide culturally appropriate care for patients and treat them with dignity and respect.
Joseph Okrah is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 7 years of experience in the mental health field. He specializes in treating individuals ages 14 and up who are dealing with PTSD, major depression disorder, general anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use. Joseph’s goal is to provide culturally appropriate care for all patients and to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Joseph has a Doctorate in Nurse Practice from Walden University. His practice focuses on looking at the client as a whole, taking into consideration their educational, medical, spiritual, interpersonal, and basic needs. Joseph is experienced in crisis management and medication management.
Joseph believes identifying struggles allows us to move forward with a better understanding of who we can be. He provides a safe, comfortable environment to prevent barriers and encourage interaction that will aid clients in reaching their goals. If you are ready to begin, contact Joseph today!
As a woman of color who has worked with individuals who are being judged for many reasons, I am here to create a safe and open env...
As a woman of color who has worked with individuals who are being judged for many reasons, I am here to create a safe and open environment to aid self exploration.
Irlanda Gomes, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts, treats adults for addiction, behavioral issues, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. She holds a BA in Psychology from Rivier College and an MA in Mental Health Counseling, specializing in trauma, from Lesley University. Irlanda has worked in various settings including incarcerations, inpatient, residential, and outpatient care.
Irlanda utilizes cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused modalities in therapy. She strives to maintain flexibility, trauma-informed care, cultural competence, open-mindedness, and the awareness necessary to meet the unique needs of the individual.
Irlanda aims to build a positive, respectful therapeutic relationship to support your emotional well-being and personal growth. She focuses on addressing your needs and concerns while fostering strength and achieving goals.
Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborati...
Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborating with a diverse population of adults needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Kelsey has provided clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adults seeking assistance with depression/anxiety, substance use disorders, major mental health disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, life transitions, and LGBTQIA difficulties.
Kelsey completed her bachelor’s degree in Counseling with a minor in Psychology and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lesley University. She utilizes collaborative, strengths-based, cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and emotionally focused approaches to therapy while always striving for individualized care in order to meet the needs for each specific and unique individual.
Kelsey seeks to establish a warm caring relationship with you in order to assist in building your strengths, innate talents, learned skills, passions, and interests while assisting you in meeting your goals to build a more meaningful life that you value and desire. Kelsey possesses a refreshing energy as well as an impassioned yearning to truly help people.
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My go-to approach for helping people in cognitive behavioral therapy is challenging internal thought processes as well as discussing the connections between thoughts, actions, and emotions. I enjoy practicing putting thoughts on trial, as it helps people find or disprove a thought with evidence rather than basing things on their feelings.
I teach the following tools in cognitive behavioral therapy: putting thoughts on trial, which creates a list that proves the thought true or proves the thought false. I also teach the CBT triangle to help people better understand how to challenge their thoughts, actions, and feelings.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in cognitive behavioral therapy when they are able to recognize intrusive thoughts, and cognitive distortions, as well as start practicing ways of challenging them.
Clients can supplement their time in cognitive behavioral therapy by keeping a mood and thought journal.
To prepare for their first cognitive behavioral therapy session, a person can come in with an open mind and a willingness to change.
At Thriveworks, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based form of psychotherapy or talk therapy. It focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors that can contribute to various mental health issues or challenges that people are struggling with.
Cognitive behavioral therapists specialize in Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help you to identify and comprehend your thought patterns, which often encompass automatic negative thoughts, cognitive distortions, and self-defeating beliefs. Once these negative thought patterns are pinpointed, cognitive behavioral therapists aim to challenge and replace them with the objective of fostering more constructive and logical thinking. In addition, these therapists place significant emphasis on implementing positive behavioral changes based on the newly established, healthier thought patterns.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is particularly effective for addressing conditions like anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. It focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors, making it well-suited for issues related to distorted thinking and emotional regulation.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
The success rate of CBT varies depending on the intentions of the client and their condition(s).
The selection between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is based on an individual’s unique needs and challenges. CBT is commonly chosen for addressing conditions such as anxiety and depression, whereas DBT is especially beneficial for individuals dealing with borderline personality disorder, emotional regulation issues, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with our Thriveworks therapists in Quincy, MA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Generally, CBT is considered a short-term therapy, typically lasting for about 12 to 20 weekly sessions. In some cases, it might extend to around 16 to 20 sessions for more complex issues.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Quincy is located near Adams St and Hancock St, off Southern Artery. It is just around the corner from the Thomas Crane Public Library and near the Quincy Adams T Station.
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