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Trusted Therapy & Coaching Services in Massachusetts
Aviva Psychology Services is a team of licensed psychologists, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical trainees dedicated to supporting adults in achieving emotional wellbeing, stability, and fulfillment. We serve individuals of all identities and backgrounds with an intersectional, identity-affirming approach that values the whole person. Our services include individual, group, and relationship therapy, as well as skill-based coaching in parenting, leadership, and career development.We utilize empirically supported treatments to transform adversity into growth while explicitly welcoming LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC communities. With locations in Boston and Northampton, we offer in-person and teletherapy services across Massachusetts, prioritizing inclusivity, flexibility, and professional excellence.
Services
Therapy Services
Coaching Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Grief Counseling
Infertility Counseling
Parent Coaching
Executive Leadership Coaching
Career Coaching
Teletherapy
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We specialize in LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC-affirming care with evidence-based treatments
- Our team includes doctoral-level psychologists with advanced training in behavioral health
- We offer flexible teletherapy and in-person services across Massachusetts
- Our coaching integrates psychological theory with practical skill-building for life transitions
- We prioritize inclusivity, cultural competence, and trauma-informed care practices
Services
Therapy Services
Our therapy services provide evidence-based treatment for adults seeking emotional wellbeing and relational health. Specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, we offer individual, group, and couples therapy using approaches like CBT, ACT, and psychodynamic therapy. Sessions focus on building resilience, improving communication, and fostering self-acceptance through a collaborative, culturally competent framework tailored to each client's unique needs and identity.
Coaching Services
We offer time-limited, skill-based coaching in parenting, leadership, and career development. Our psychologists combine behavioral science with practical strategies to enhance emotional intelligence, improve communication, and navigate life transitions. Coaching emphasizes values clarification, goal setting, and skill acquisition to support professional growth and personal effectiveness while maintaining clear boundaries between coaching and therapeutic interventions.
Infertility Counseling
Specialized counseling addresses the emotional challenges of infertility and family-building decisions. We support individuals and couples through grief, relationship stress, and treatment-related anxiety using trauma-informed care. Our approach combines emotional processing with practical coping strategies to help clients navigate uncertainty, loss, and identity changes while maintaining personal and relational wellbeing during this complex journey.
Executive Leadership Coaching
This coaching service develops effective leadership skills through self-awareness and evidence-based strategies. We help emerging and experienced leaders enhance strategic thinking, communication, and team management while aligning leadership styles with personal values. The program includes assessment, goal setting, and skill-building to foster authentic leadership presence and sustainable professional growth in diverse organizational contexts.
Parent Coaching
Our parent coaching provides evidence-based guidance for caregivers facing behavioral challenges and relationship difficulties. Using models like SPACE and Circle of Security, we help parents develop effective communication strategies, manage stress, and strengthen child-caregiver bonds. Sessions focus on practical solutions for tantrums, sibling rivalry, and daily parenting challenges while promoting emotional regulation and family harmony through a psychologically informed framework.
People
Alessandra Urbano
Founding Partner
Dr. Urbano brings extensive clinical expertise in psychological services with a commitment to inclusive care. She specializes in evidence-based treatments for emotional wellbeing and relational health while leading initiatives to expand accessible mental health support.
Allison Karthaus
Founding Partner
Dr. Karthaus focuses on creating inclusive therapeutic environments for diverse populations. With advanced training in behavioral health interventions, she develops programs that integrate psychological theory with practical solutions for personal growth and systemic change.
Chelsey Solar
Career Coaching & Executive Leadership Coaching
Dr. Solar specializes in helping professionals navigate career transitions and leadership challenges. Her coaching combines psychological insights with practical skill-building to enhance workplace effectiveness and personal satisfaction through values-driven professional development.
Brenda Martin-Tousignant
Parent Coaching
Dr. Martin-Tousignant offers evidence-based parent coaching using models like Child Parent Psychotherapy. She helps caregivers develop effective strategies for managing behavioral challenges while strengthening family relationships through attachment-focused, trauma-informed approaches.
Alexandra Reed
Psychologist
Dr. Reed provides therapy for anxiety, depression, and life transitions using cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches. She emphasizes building resilience and emotional regulation skills to help clients achieve greater stability and fulfillment in personal and professional domains.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We are in-network with Aetna POS/PPO and Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO/PPO, with out-of-network billing available for Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim, and other plans.
Do you offer teletherapy services?
Yes, we provide teletherapy for Massachusetts residents through secure video sessions in addition to in-person appointments.
How does therapy differ from coaching?
Therapy focuses on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, while coaching develops specific skills for personal/professional growth without medical diagnosis.
What are your therapy session costs?
Session fees vary based on insurance coverage and provider rates. We provide personalized cost estimates during your initial consultation.
Can I use the same provider for therapy and coaching?
No, we maintain separate providers for therapy and coaching to ensure clear professional boundaries and appropriate care standards.
