Find a licensed psychologist in Quincy, MA

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 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.

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 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.

Lindsay Schiavone is a Licensed Independent 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.

Elizabeth Marrin is a warm, well-rounded, resourceful, and seasoned Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts with 16 years of experience in the field (six of which are at Thriveworks). She has graduate degrees from Harvard and UMass Boston.  

Elizabeth Marrin is an innovative helper, easily accessible, and will be a great asset to your life. She has significant experience in helping a wide variety of individuals. She provides a deeper understanding of how physical health and mental health are interconnected in various ways, and helps clients work towards improving both. In her practice, she helps clients improve their overall functioning, reduce stress, get clarity, regulate emotions, sort through big life plans, stop worry or rumination, eliminate symptoms, explore existential meaning, resolve issues, or get support. She helps clients work through stuck thinking, including areas of ambivalence, ruminations, and spiral thinking, and teaches people the tools/methods for change. She relies heavily on psychological theories and evidence-based modalities in her therapy. 

Elizabeth Marrin is straightforward and easy to talk with, emotionally and intellectually present during sessions, and will give it her all. She is relentless in helping and she does her best in getting her clients to a better place.

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.

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!

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.

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!