Your journey to healing starts here

Voted Best of Southwest Boston—our award-winning therapy office gently supports children, teens, and adults—blending expressive arts, somatic healing, and holistic approaches into traditional talk therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups.

A warm, integrative space for children, teens, and adults to reconnect, grow, and feel understood.

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What Makes Us Different

We’re an award-winning therapy practice, voted “Best of Southwest Boston”, and one of the only offices in Massachusetts that integrates expressive arts and somatic therapy into traditional talk therapy for all ages.

  • Expressive arts and somatic therapy woven gently into traditional talk therapy to support healing in ways that feel natural and intuitive.

  • Compassionate mental health treatment for children, teens, adults, couples, and families—everyone is welcome here.

  • Specialized programs including in-home therapy intensives, expressive arts groups, workshops, and therapeutic spring & summer camps for children and teens.

  • Mind–body, nervous-system–based work grounded in the latest trauma research, offered in a way that feels safe, supportive, and empowering.

  • Evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ERP for OCD, mindfulness-based work, attachment, and IFS-informed approaches, integrated with holistic, mind–body therapy.

  • Dually licensed clinicians with advanced training in dance/movement therapy, trauma, and holistic healing, bringing deep skill and genuine warmth to every session.

  • A peaceful, sensory-aware space with trauma-informed lighting, colors and intentionally chosen materials to help you feel safe and at ease.

  • A deep investment in the wellbeing of our clinicians, so they can invest deeply in you—creating sustained, consistent care and a grounded therapeutic environment.

  • A private-pay boutique practice offering personalized, high-quality care, along with superbills for potential out-of-network reimbursement.

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  • "Having Alyssa for family sessions has truly made such a big difference for our family. From the first session, she made all of us feel comfortable and like we really mattered. She has a special way of connecting with both kids and adults. Our kids actually looked forward to going, often saying "is today a Miss Alyssa day?!" which says a lot! As parents, we learned so much about how to better talk to each other and really listen to what our kids were needing. Alyssa helped us come back together as a family and understand each other in ways we never had before. You can tell she really cares, and we’re so thankful for her. Our kids continue to have her as a safe adult to trust in therapy."

    -Parent

  • “Working with Alyssa in couples therapy has been an incredibly transformative experience for us. From the very first session, she created a safe and welcoming environment where we felt heard and understood. The emphasis on reciprocal communication allowed us to express our thoughts and feelings openly, without fear of judgment. We were guided through the process of truly listening to one another, fostering a deeper connection and understanding.”

    -Patient

  • "We've seen several therapists for my child over the years, but Alyssa has truly been the best. From the very beginning, she created a comfortable, supportive environment for my child, and her approach has made such a positive difference. I also really appreciate how she includes regular parent meetings as part of the plan, ensuring we're all on the same page and can work together to support my child's growth. Alyssa's expertise, empathy, and communication have been invaluable to our family dynamic—I'm so grateful to have found her!"

    -Parent

  • Working with Alyssa has been life-changing. Her holistic approach, which blends expressive arts, mindfulness, and body-centered practices, has helped me manage my anxiety in ways I never imagined possible. It's like a breath of fresh air talking to her each week. I had seen many therapists before her, but none were as helpful. The focus on the mind-body connection has helped me ground myself and find calm in moments of overwhelm. I’m grateful for the support and the space to heal, and I know these lessons will stay with me long after our sessions end.

    -Patient

  • “From the moment you walk into her space, you feel a warm and welcoming energy. Alyssa made me feel like she was on my team and did not make me feel bad as a parent. She worked with me and my husband to come up with solutions to help my child’s behavior instead of shaming me. We are forever grateful for her help.”

    -Parent

  • “My son started seeing Alyssa for generalized anxiety and she has helped him come up with great tools and strategies to manage his anxiety. He looks forward to his sessions with her and her communication style is perfect for all of us to best help my son get what he needs. She is knowledgeable about the school process and assists in every way possible to ensure my son’s mental health is being properly cared for. We all appreciate her upbeat nature and positive attitude always!”

    -Parent

  • “Alyssa works with two of our adopted children in therapy. Our daughter was very angry and anxious. She has gone from having daily outbursts at school to being selected as outstanding student, even being called a classroom helper. Our youngest son, is developmentally delayed, has gone from screaming and yelling to verbalize his needs and his teacher consistently says he is a great advocate for himself. Alyssa gives them the tools they need to communicate their needs and feelings while getting them to see their participation in the situation with empathy and compassion. Alyssa has joined daily emails with teachers and offered to advocate for our kids in their IEP meetings. She is definitely a positive in all of our lives.”

    -Parent

  • “I had been in therapy for years before I found Alyssa (found her because she specializes in OCD). She suggested we try incorporating body scans and breathwork into our therapy sessions together to help my OCD symptoms. I will admit…I was a little weary of it at first. Seemed kinda "airy fairy” as she says lol. But with her support, she went with me at my own pace and I really genuinely feel like it helped. I still love seeing her for weekly therapy years later. It’s like a young cool hip friend to process life with, who also happens to throw some art prompts and breathing exercises into your therapy sessions. Just trust her!”

    -Adult patient

  • “Alyssa began seeing my child just as he was diagnosed with ADHD. He also had generalized anxiety. Alyssa created a very welcoming environment where he could talk and start to understand his feelings and work through his reactions. My son loves talking to Alyssa and I feel great that he has a supportive adult with whom to learn coping techniques and strategies. She is an essential part of our family now! I am so grateful for her for helping him through a difficult time, she has helped calm him and ensure he is happier and healthier with a mental and personal resilience he didn’t have before.”

    -Parent

  • "Coastal Counseling has truly been a beacon of light, helping our child navigate the turbulent waters of adolescence. The welcoming and comforting approach has allowed our child to feel safe and understood, and has helped to instill valuable coping strategies to ease stress and anxiety. I highly recommend reaching out to see if one of their therapists could be a good fit for your family."

    -Parent

  • "Our experience has been nothing but positive from the beginning. The response was immediate and I was able to meet for an intake for my son very quickly. Beth made him feel comfortable from the beginning and now he loves going for his sessions. The space is warm and welcoming and appropriate for all age levels. I highly recommend Coastal Counseling!"

    -Parent

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