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I offer a warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach that honors each client’s story while supporting healing, growth, and ...
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I offer a warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach that honors each client’s story while supporting healing, growth, and resilience.
I am a Master’s Level Counselor with 13 years of experience providing direct care and outpatient counseling. I work primarily with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and stress related to work, family, or identity. I also support individuals navigating complex medical or developmental concerns, helping them build emotional stability and stronger coping skills.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Merrimack College. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive, integrating evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and strength-based therapy to support emotional regulation and insight.
In our work together, you can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we move at a pace that feels safe and empowering. I am committed to meeting you with empathy and respect as we develop practical tools to help you heal, grow, and create a more balanced life.
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I understand firsthand that life can bring loss, unexpected challenges, and overwhelming stress, and I believe that having a compa...
I understand firsthand that life can bring loss, unexpected challenges, and overwhelming stress, and I believe that having a compassionate, nonjudgmental person beside you can make all the difference as you navigate difficult seasons and work toward healing and growth.
Hello, my name is Alisha VanHillo. I’m a pre-licensed mental health clinician with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Merrimack College, where I graduated in May 2025. I am currently working toward licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts. My clinical experience includes supporting individuals and families navigating mental health concerns, substance use, trauma, crisis, and significant life stressors.
My approach is compassionate, person-centered, trauma-informed, strengths-based and collaborative. I tailor therapy for each client, whether working with children and adolescents on building trust or supporting adults navigating difficult emotions, stress, and life transitions. My experience in crisis settings deepened my appreciation for compassionate care.
I believe meaningful therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and collaboration. You do not need to have all the answers before beginning. Every person’s journey is different, and you do not have to navigate yours alone. If you or your child is ready to take the next step, I invite you to schedule an appointment.
My passion as a clinician lies in helping people to grow into the best versions of themselves through highlighting and building on...
My passion as a clinician lies in helping people to grow into the best versions of themselves through highlighting and building on their unique strengths while teaching new skills to help them reach their goals.
Jessika Hobbs is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Resident with over 3 years of experience working with youths, adults, and families. She specializes in individual and family therapy, addressing various challenges including depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, suicidal ideation, changes in family dynamics, trauma, attachment, ADHD, and developmental transitions. Jessika has a history of serving those who have previously struggled to find caring clinicians who put their values and beliefs at the center of treatment and validate their experience.
Jessika has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fitchburg State University. She draws on her knowledge of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, attachment theory, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and person-centered therapy to help clients reach their goals.
Jessika truly believes that everyone is capable of change and promises to help you realize your strengths and support you as you navigate challenges big and small. If you are ready to start your therapy journey, schedule an appointment with Jessika today!
I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing....
I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing.
Mahendran Radhakrishnan is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate about working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. Mahendran specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, parenting skills, coparenting skills development, and major life transitions.
Mahendran completed his Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Simmons University School of Social Work. Mahendran is a first-generation child of immigrants. He understands the complexities of developing the self that exists in both worlds. As a BIPOC, Mahendran has been trained in and understands the importance of culturally sensitive interventions that will improve client functioning.
Mahendran is confident that he can build an alliance with you to help develop perspective and techniques that will overcome any difficulties that present themselves while you are working together. Schedule with him today.
As a trauma-informed clinician and mother, I understand how complex and deeply personal the journey toward healing can be....
As a trauma-informed clinician and mother, I understand how complex and deeply personal the journey toward healing can be.
Adrianne Niall is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician with 1 year of experience. She supports individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, family conflict, and low self-worth. She has experience working with young adults, parents, and those stuck in patterns of shame or emotional disconnection. Her ideal client is ready to explore the impact of their past and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Many of her clients long for peace, confidence, and authenticity, and she is honored to walk alongside them on their journeys.
Adrianne earned a Master’s in Counseling from Divine Mercy University. She is a person-centered therapist who integrates evidence-based tools, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and eye movement reprocessing and desensitization, to help clients shift negative thinking, regulate emotions, and build self-worth.
Therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you’ve carried trauma alone for a long time. Adrianne offers a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing and change are possible. She understands how hard it can be to reach out and welcomes the opportunity to support you with compassion, curiosity, and care.
Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has expe...
Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has experience working with adults in both individual and group counseling. She treats a variety of issues, including anger management, stress management, reintegration from incarceration to society, anxiety, mood, trauma, personality, and substance use disorders.
Meg completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Boston University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Forensic and Correctional Counseling at William James College. Believing in each individual’s potential for growth, Meg’s approach is person-centered combined with solution-focused and cognitive behavioral concepts. She maintains the flexibility, creativity, and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of her clients.
Meg believes the most important aspect of therapy is developing rapport and trust with her clients in order to help them build on their unique strengths and meet their treatment needs and goals. She recognizes the barriers to therapy and values the privilege it is to help clients improve their mental health and live a more fulfilling life.
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Wanda: My go-to approach for online therapy is to initially give the client some room to talk about goals and then take time to work on other goals. Listening is an important aspect, as you listen and see in online therapy.
Amy: Although newer to the counseling world, online therapy can be helpful to you and your therapy journey. Online therapy is convenient to your schedule and allows you to expand to counselors all around the state you live in. My go-to approach doesn't change from traditional in-person counseling. You can still expect me to make strong efforts to build our connection and implement thoughtful interventions to help you with what you're dealing with.
Wanda: Various methods including [CBT] to assist client in identifying the precipitant to their difficulties . Client will be provided symptom management and coping strategies to assist client them in managing their symptoms. Coping strategies will provide helpful ways of managing symptoms.
Amy: I teach the following tools in online therapy: psychoeducation through videos and other resources, talk therapy to investigate the sources of your struggles and to help you connect different parts, and at times even creative interventions to express yourself!
Wanda: I know a client is making meaningful progress in online therapy when clients are able to decrease their symptoms with the use of coping strategies. Online therapy is a truly effective forum where much clinical work can be accomplished.
Amy: I know a client is making meaningful progress when they self-report relief from symptoms. It is just the same as in-person therapy. Let's talk and review goals, as well as make a plan to address other areas of your life.
Wanda: To prepare for their first online therapy session, clients can write any questions down to talk about during the first session. Clients can also talk with friends who are in therapy and ask questions about their experiences.
Amy: Clients can supplement their time in online therapy by completing the tasks taught in therapy in their day-to-day lives. Practice does help with the mastery of skills, and will allow you to make the progress you're looking for.
Wanda: To prepare for your first online therapy session find a safe, private place for your therapy appointment. Have your questions with you.
Amy: Please review and sign the consent form and formulate questions as well as your therapeutic goals for our first session together. This will help the process, and will allow us to dive right in!
With Thriveworks, Online therapy is an effective alternative to in-person therapy services in which a client can speak to a Thriveworks therapist remotely via online video conferencing. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person treatment, but they can also provide added benefits like reduced travel time, saving money on transportation or childcare, and increased access to care.
Online therapy works much like traditional in-person therapy but takes place through secure video conferencing. Clients can attend Online therapy from any safe place they choose that has access to the internet, whether that be their home or another easily accessible place. Like in-person treatment, a therapist will work with their client to address their concerns, create goals, and establish an effective treatment plan.
There is no best option for online therapy—instead, it’s best to focus on finding a provider that meets your specific needs and with whom you can form a professional connection with.
Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.
Online therapy can last for a few months to years depending on the goals and symptoms of the client. The treatment process will be unique to each client and lend itself to their specific concerns, which means that the time it takes to treat them will always be different. Timing is also up to the client themselves; they are free to stop therapy whenever they please, especially if they feel they have reached their goals and addressed their concerns.
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.
Are you currently looking for Worcester therapy or counseling? Have you ever considered looking for therapy or counseling online? You’ve come to the right place. In addition to providing in-person therapy, counseling, and life coaching, Thriveworks in Leominster, MA can offer you online counseling. We are proud to offer this flexible option, as we have seen that online counseling helps many people who would not otherwise receive the mental health help they’re looking for.
Setting up an appointment at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA is a simple process. All you have to do is give us a call and we’ll do the rest. Our scheduling team will ask about your scheduling preferences, and then set you up with an appointment that is convenient for you. Keep in mind that we do have next-day appointments available! And that meeting with a therapist or counselor online can be done virtually anywhere.
Online therapy counseling is simple: It’s much like the traditional in-person therapy approach, only you attend your sessions online. Easy, right? The online therapists at Thriveworks in Leominster, MA are fully licensed and accredited—not to mention they’ve got a range of skills, specialties, and tools that enable them to provide their clients with individualized treatment.
Let’s understand what you can expect from the online therapy counseling experience. You have a few options when it comes to how you want to attend your session:
People forego in-person therapy and choose online therapy counseling instead for many different reasons. These reasons often center around convenience, comfort and flexibility. If online therapy counseling appeals to you, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Leominster, MA today.
If online therapy counseling isn’t something that’s been on your radar, you might be wondering why people choose to work with online therapists over in-person therapists. Here are a couple of main benefits that lead people to choose online therapy:
If you’re looking for Worcester therapy or counseling, consider working with an online therapist. Call Thriveworks in Leominster, MA to set up your online therapy counseling appointment.
If you are ready to start a partnership with a skilled, caring mental health professional and you think that online therapy might be the right option for you, reach out to Thriveworks in Leominster, MA today. We can offer you a quick, flexible, convenient online therapy option right now.
Thriveworks in Leominster, MA prides itself on working with the best of the best providers. We’re confident that you will find greater health, happiness, and success in online therapy counseling. And we can’t wait to meet you.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Leominster is located near Merriam Ave and Main St, off Highway 2. It is just around the corner from the Leominster Public Library and a short distance from Carter Park.
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