Our therapists offer emotional abuse therapy in Boston, MA

Kathryn Ashley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) who has over 35 years of experience providing clinical assessments and therapeutic care for adults with a diverse range of clinical needs, including addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Kathryn completed her Bachelor's degree in Social Work at Niagara University, Niagara Falls NY, and received her Master's degree in Social Work from Yeshiva University-New York. Kathryn utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strengths-based therapy (SBT), solutions-focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness approaches.

Kathryn's success lies within her ability to put clients at ease, ensuring their well-being is her focus. She has cultivated relationships with her clients empowering them with greater strength, sensitivity, and perseverance in pursuit of their mental health goals. Kathryn hopes to work with you to accomplish whatever you set your mind to—go online or give our office a call today.

Christopher is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience working in a variety of counseling settings, including ambulatory crisis stabilization, inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment, and school-based services. Christopher has extensive experience treating clients with mood disorders; anxiety disorders; trauma- and stress-related- disorders; and disruptive, impulse control, and conduct disorders. 

Christopher completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Randolph College and Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lynchburg College. He believes in the power of strength-based and person-centered approaches to counseling and that providing a nonjudgmental and encouraging environment can help to stabilize and support individuals with a variety of mental health conditions. 

Christopher enjoys forming open and empathetic relationships with his clients and walking with them through their path to healing and actualization. He utilizes elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic therapy, anger management, mindfulness, and dialectical behavior therapy to assist his clients in reaching their goals and improving the quality of their lives.

I’m a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 20 years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, PTSD, depression, stress, major life transitions, and relationship challenges. Whether you’re new to therapy or returning after difficult past experiences, I’m here to help you navigate what comes next. I believe in expanding your resilience, building on your strengths, and helping you move through life with more clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.

I hold a master’s in clinical mental health counseling from Bay Path University. I integrate acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, family systems, and an interpersonal process to offer individualized, culturally responsive, and compassionate care.

I know that no single approach works for everyone, so I show up with curiosity, empathy, and a bit of humor as we get to know one another. Together, we’ll explore new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to the world so you can realign with your values, reconnect with yourself, and build the life you want to live.

Krystle Kellick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been using CBT to help her clients for the past 2 years. It’s helped dozens of clients challenge reoccurring thoughts and manage their anxiety. CBT to used to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. She will then use that knowledge to change your thinking patterns, which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life. She is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Krystle specializes in anxiety, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues.

Krystle completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Illinois Chicago. Krystle utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT/RO-DBT), and cognitive processing therapy (CPT).

We all go through challenges in life. Krystle is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today!

Thomas "Tom" Walters is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Indiana and Massachusetts who has over 10 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, substance use, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, problematic sexual behaviors, and relationship issues. 

Tom completed his Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Ministry from Bethel University and received his Master of Education in Counseling from Indiana University of South Bend. He utilizes cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused approaches to therapy providing a creative, intentional, and professional treatment setting, always meeting clients where they are in their journey and helping to develop goals to find emotional stability, improved relationships, improved functioning at work and home, and healthier relationships. 

Through mutual respect and a warm and caring relationship, Tom will assist you with building on your strengths and help you achieve your goals, allowing you to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life, helping you not just survive but thrive in the areas of life you are seeking to improve.

Helen Phoenix is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 20 years of experience working with adults 18 years and up. Helen works with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and stress-related disorders and encourages self-care approaches for improving mental, physical, and emotional health.

Helen completed her Master of Science (MS) in Community Mental Health Counseling at New England College. She practices acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) combined with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and self-compassion techniques.

Helen focuses on helping individuals identify any self-limiting beliefs that interfere with individual progress and through self-exploration work towards healing and personal growth. She is compassionate about helping others meet their mental health goals and embrace their journey with self-compassion.

Alex Hartnett (They/Them) is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma-informed care to treat anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, stress, and support the Queer community. Their style focuses on centering you while building mindfulness, self-compassion, exploring emotions, and insight. Alex believes each person is unique, so therapy should be just as personalized.

Alex completed their Master of Social Work at Boston College. They are passionate about empowering clients to build better lives and have experience with cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, internal family systems, and psychodynamic therapy.

Alex works to create a relaxing, safe, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space for clients to discuss their emotional challenges. If you are ready to do the work, Alex is here to provide the support and tools. You don’t have to do it alone.