Carol Bernstein is a compassionate and experienced Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate their unique challenges. With a Master of Education from Boston University and over three decades of experience since her graduation in 1985, Carol brings a wealth of knowledge to her practice. She specializes in supporting preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders, addressing a diverse range of issues including coping skills, family conflict, and child development. <br /> <br /> Utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities such as EMDR, Play Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Carol tailors her approach to meet the specific needs of her clients. Her holistic perspective incorporates mindfulness techniques and relational approaches, fostering a safe and supportive environment for growth and healing. Whether working with couples or families, Carol's dedication to her clients’ well-being shines through her empathetic guidance and transformative interventions.

Jennifer Melson is a dedicated counselor with advanced credentials, including an M.Ed, LMHC, and CAGS. She understands that life is rarely perfect and that the challenges we face can unexpectedly alter our sense of well-being. In her practice, she embodies a warm and client-centered approach, creating a space where individuals can explore solutions to unwanted changes in their lives. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of therapeutic engagement to facilitate positively engineered changes, guiding clients through the difficulties brought on by anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges. With expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness, she effectively supports clients in overcoming obstacles. Her experience working with at-risk adolescents in a school setting has been transformative, helping these young individuals to stay engaged in their education, graduate, and find meaningful employment. Jennifer is committed to empowering clients to achieve a more fulfilling and harmonious reality.

At Thrive: Social Learning Community, clients often face challenges in navigating the complexities of verbal and non-verbal interactions. Understanding that social obstacles can arise across various diagnoses and developmental stages, the team employs a diverse range of methodologies and curricula to offer explicit social skill instruction, positive social opportunities, and constructive feedback. Thrive provides weekly social groups along with a suite of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, including individualized programming, consultation, and assessment. With over 14 years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Special Education, Becky Chapman, MS.Ed, BCBA, LABA has worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults across different settings. Similarly, Maggie Flaherty, MS, BCBA, LABA, boasts over a decade of expertise working with children and young adults in educational environments, focusing on developing pro-social skills and self-regulation. Maggie's educational background includes a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a graduate certificate in Behavioral Intervention in Autism.