Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Quincy, MA

"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.

"I am passionate about destigmatizing mental health and addictions. I provide a respectful and non-judgmental approach to all of my clients."

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide psychiatric care to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across a range of settings, including inpatient, partial hospitalization, residential, and outpatient care. I specialize in medication management and supportive therapy, with a focus on providing compassionate, patient-centered care across the lifespan.

I hold a master’s degree in nursing from Salem State College. My clinical approach is holistic and collaborative, emphasizing thoughtful medication management and ongoing support tailored to each client’s unique needs. I prioritize professionalism, respect, empathy, and clear communication in every therapeutic relationship.

Seeking mental health support is a sign of strength, and you do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I strive to create a supportive and responsive environment where you feel heard and respected. I look forward to working with you to support your mental health and overall well-being.

"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."

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.

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. 

"With years of experience supporting people through their most challenging times, I offer a calm, grounding presence. My commitment is to help you feel safe, understood, and empowered at every step."

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 2 years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care to adults. I specialize in treating trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, mood instability, and psychotic disorders. My clinical background includes work in hospital, outpatient, and correctional psychiatry settings, where I support individuals navigating complex mental health challenges and limited support systems.

I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Regis College. My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-focused. I prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and supported while using evidence-based strategies to promote emotional balance, stability, and long-term healing.

I am here to support you with compassion, clarity, and respect as you work toward healing and personal growth. Together, we will build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and move forward with confidence toward meaningful and lasting change.

"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.

"Being a woman of color with a relational approach, I enjoy exploring intersectionality and utilizing your strengths as the foundation of our work together."

Elizabeth Kia is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 6 years of experience working with youth, adolescents, and adults in their homes, the community, and in office settings. She is passionate and understands the need to meet people where they are. She utilizes a strength-based, relational, and client-centered approach to accomplish the goals that her clients identify for themselves.

Elizabeth has her Bachelor's in Psychology and earned her Master of Social Work at Boston University. With years of experience supporting youth, individuals, and families, she utilizes an abundance of treatment approaches, including mindfulness, psychoanalytic therapy, and motivational interviewing while working through a holistic and trauma-informed lens.

Elizabeth understands that there are many things going on in your life right now, and appreciates you taking the time to take this step! Liz is excited to get to know you and support you in reaching your goals.

Mary Ellen Smith is a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 37 years of experience in nursing and a wealth of experience in almost all areas of mental health. Mary Ellen manages and treats a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and bipolar illness. She has worked as a nurse clinician for 19 years at a major teaching hospital in Boston. Mary Ellen has extensive experience in both medical and psychiatric nursing, working in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and in the community. Her work includes working with severe and chronically mentally ill individuals as a prescribing nurse in a clinic setting, as well as 20 years as a psychotherapist. Mary Ellen operated a sole proprietor counseling practice providing holistic mind/body therapies, nutritional and psychopharmacological treatments, as well trauma-informed psychotherapy.

Mary Ellen completed her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell in the Mind/Body Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. She is a seasoned clinician with very strong clinical skills, and has extensive nursing experience in both medical and psychiatric nursing. Mary Ellen has a natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. In addition to medication management she incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), holistic nutrition, and mind/body techniques into treatment. Mary Ellen has training in family work, adult, and geriatric psychiatry. She has advanced certifications in traumatic stress, attachment work, drugfree mind body techniques, and holistic nutrition. As a PMNP, Mary Ellen's role includes assessment, education, patient advocacy, therapy, and medication management.  

Life can be challenging and we can all use support through difficult times. Mary Ellen is confident that she will be able to help you gain new insights and positive coping techniques that allow you to navigate in your life journey. If you are ready to get started, schedule an appointment with her today.

"Caring and creative licensed professional with over 20 years' combined experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sectors, bringing together a uniquely diverse set of clinical and evaluative skills in order to promote optimal human development and functioning. "

Elizabeth Marrin derives joy from being a comprehensive, seasoned Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts with 14 years of experience. With Elizabeth, you will: fix or resolve issues, reduce stress, get clarity, recover, learn to regulate emotions, sort through life plans, heal emotional wounds, eliminate symptoms, discuss root issues, unpack deep truths, explore existential meaning, or get support. You will discover why things are how they are, and how to change. You will obtain tools and methods for change, while decreasing barriers. Elizabeth's goal is to help you so you can experience a more enjoyable life - because you can! 

Elizabeth holds two Master's degrees, one in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard Graduate School of Education, and the other in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Massachusetts-Boston.

Elizabeth is straightforward and analytical with a warm, caring edge. She provides a supportive, nurturing, nonjudgmental presence using proven treatment modalities. She specializes in working through stuck thinking, including areas of ambivalence, ruminations, and spiral thinking, and teaches people the tools/methods for change.