Nicole Ferrell Connolly, a compassionate psychologist with a PhD, understands that the journey of self-discovery can feel daunting. She creates a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking to clarify their needs and goals. By fostering improved self-understanding and enhancing communication with others, Nicole encourages her clients to embrace vulnerability—the first step towards personal growth. It’s perfectly normal to feel a bit shy about reaching out, and Nicole is here to guide you on this transformative journey.

Dr. Fred Gerhard is a dedicated psychologist with a rich history of providing psychotherapy and life coaching. Since beginning his practice in 1987 and expanding into coaching in 2003, Dr. Gerhard has made a significant impact on the lives of teens and adults alike. His mission is to understand each individual's unique psychology, creating tailored approaches that align with their strengths and needs. With a caring and empathic attitude, he listens and provides expert feedback, enabling clients to pursue their goals for a more satisfying and joyful life. Dr. Gerhard integrates a multitude of therapeutic modalities including Positive Psychotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), ensuring a diverse and effective therapeutic experience. Whether in the comforting environment of his office or through online counseling, he strives to make significant life changes accessible and enjoyable for his clients. With Inspirations, the aim is to provide the highest quality psychotherapy and counseling, fostering a positive and supportive space for transformation and growth.

Kate Imhoff is a highly respected counselor, holding a Master's degree and credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Since her graduation in 1996 from Lesley College, she has dedicated her career to supporting adults through their most challenging times. Kate specializes in areas such as depression, codependency, and relationship issues, employing a range of effective therapy modalities tailored to each individual's needs. Her expertise spans several approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), the Gottman Method, and Strength-Based therapy, allowing her to provide comprehensive support whether working with couples, individuals, or families. With a humanistic and person-centered philosophy, she creates a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their emotions and develop healthier relationships. Kate's commitment to fostering personal growth and resilience makes her an invaluable partner in the journey toward healing and well-being.

Melissa Jadhav is a licensed mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience in the therapeutic field. She understands the transformative potential of therapy and recognizes the importance of fostering self-esteem, confidence, and secure relationships. Specializing in couples therapy, she assists couples in creating deeper, more meaningful connections based on the insightful words of Dr. Sue Johnson: being able to be 'the best you can be' is often tied to the quality of one’s relationships. Furthermore, Melissa has expertise in working with individuals facing symptoms of PTSD, acknowledging trauma as an injury to the brain, mind, and body while emphasizing the possibility of healing. She collaborates with her clients—both individuals and couples—to help them achieve their personal goals using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Restructuring for PTSD (CR for PTSD), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Melissa is committed to tailoring her methods to meet each client's unique needs and looks forward to supporting them on their journey to wellness.

Nicole Jean Larocque is a dedicated clinical social worker who is passionate about empowering individuals on their journeys to find their best selves. She creates a safe and supportive environment that fosters self-understanding and personal growth. Nicole believes in the innate capacity of people to experience contentment, gratitude, and joy, recognizing that often, our preconceived notions can hinder this realization. Each day, she is inspired by the resilience demonstrated by her clients. With keen listening skills, she pays attention to both verbal and non-verbal cues, collaborating closely with each individual to discover creative and pragmatic solutions to overcome challenges. Nicole addresses various concerns including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma from difficult past events, grief and loss, and coping with medical illnesses, whether those issues pertain to clients themselves or their loved ones. She is also adept at guiding clients through healthy adjustments to significant life transitions such as job changes, new parenthood, retirement, and aging, as well as providing support for parents of LGBTQ+ youth.

Eleanor Fulton, PsyD, is a dedicated psychologist with a compassionate approach to therapy. Recognizing that starting therapy can feel daunting, she prioritizes creating a safe, respected, and trusting environment for her clients. With a deep understanding of the complexity involved in seeking help, Eleanor focuses on empowering individuals to tap into their inner strengths and achieve their personal goals. Her expertise spans various therapy types including mindfulness-based interventions, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She works with adolescents, college students, couples, and adults of all ages, addressing a diverse range of issues such as mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, identity struggles, self-esteem, and eating disorders. With specialized training in guided imagery, mindfulness practices, and clinical hypnosis, Eleanor employs a holistic, integrative approach to help clients create fulfilling lives and relationships.

Maria Kaufmann is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that impediments to happiness deserve exploration. With a passion for helping adults and elders navigate life's challenges, she focuses on fostering coping skills, addressing anxiety, and improving relationship dynamics. Maria employs a predominantly cognitive behavioral approach, collaborating with clients to modify unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior, ultimately transforming their emotional experiences. She is also skilled in utilizing psychodynamic techniques to reveal patterns influenced by unconscious processes. By cultivating insight, her clients learn to process vulnerable feelings and initiate meaningful change. Experienced in working with a diverse range of issues, Maria addresses anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, loss and grief, and personal growth. Additionally, she offers support to parents handling behavioral challenges or emotional dysregulation in their children. Therapy with Maria is a truly collaborative process, and she considers it a privilege to assist clients on their journey towards a more fulfilling life.

Heather Leonardo is a dedicated Counselor and LMHC, specializing in supporting both teenagers and adults as they navigate life's challenges. With a deep commitment to fostering growth, Heather believes that it is never too early or late to seek help and develop healthier coping strategies. She partners with her clients to work through various concerns, including mood disorders, substance use, trauma, and major life transitions. Heather is particularly skilled in addressing dual diagnosis and co-occurring disorders, enriched by her Level 1 training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. With an integrative approach that combines mindfulness, talk therapy, and innovative techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Heather cultivates a calm and supportive environment that is infused with a sense of humor. Her goal is to empower clients to communicate openly and feel safe in their therapeutic journey. Heather looks forward to connecting with individuals seeking to explore their potential and assess compatibility for a fulfilling therapeutic experience.

Dr. Ruth Lull, a psychologist with a PsyD, possesses a unique blend of maturity, empathy, and finely-tuned listening skills that she brings to her practice. With a special interest in supporting women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, she is dedicated to helping individuals navigate grief and loss, particularly from miscarriages. Dr. Lull finds fulfillment in addressing issues of depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress across all genders, utilizing her expertise to foster healing and resilience. She often initiates her sessions by introducing stress reduction techniques or energizing exercises tailored to combat lethargic depression, allowing clients to experience improved functioning in their daily lives. Central to her approach is the emphasis on uncovering hidden strengths and restoring a sense of inner balance. Her therapeutic style leans towards an active engagement, employing a diverse toolkit that encompasses cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems, psychodynamic methods, and relational interventions. Dr. Lull is also skilled in teaching yoga breathing techniques and implementing EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which can lead to rapid symptom relief. A holistic view guides her practice; while she primarily focuses on talk therapy, she encourages clients to reconnect with their bodies and explore spiritual wellness. Additionally, she supports complementary healing methods such as acupuncture, yoga, and homeopathy to enhance the therapeutic journey.

Adrian Rivera is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who understands the ambivalence that often accompanies the decision to seek psychotherapy. Many individuals may take weeks, months, or even years grappling with their emotions before feeling ready to reach out for help. Adrian provides a warm and authentic approach, making it easier for clients to confide in him. With over 19 years of experience in Child, Adolescent, and Family psychotherapy, Adrian works in various settings including homes, schools, clinics, and hospitals. He emphasizes Psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Therapy to address mood and anxiety disorders, as well as the evaluation and treatment of neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and Autism. In the evolving landscape of mental health post-COVID-19, families—often for the first time—are recognizing the importance of support in managing crisis situations. Adrian is passionate about connecting with clients who seek to understand themselves and their families better, providing guidance and advocacy in educational counseling. He is committed to ensuring that every individual feels understood and supported on their journey toward emotional well-being.

Ellen Maiman, LICSW, prioritizes creating a therapeutic environment where individuals can discuss their concerns freely. She listens deeply and reflects back in a compassionate and non-judgmental manner. Ellen understands that clients may be seeking new coping skills, fresh perspectives, or a pathway to healing unresolved issues. Her goal is to help individuals clarify their intentions and cultivate self-compassion throughout their journeys. With an emphasis on enhancing contentment and fostering peaceful relationships, Ellen integrates traditional theories with modern practices. She specializes in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression, Self-Compassion Training, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. With extensive experience in addressing major mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety, she guides clients through life transitions with care. Ellen is dedicated to helping individuals live their best lives, respecting each person's unique definition of well-being. Her keen interest in spirituality, mindfulness, and the impacts of physical activity and nutrition further enriches her approach to mental health.

Eleanor Mathews is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with a deep-rooted expertise in guiding individuals through the challenges of major loss, including illness, aging, dying, significant life changes, and bereavement. She understands that these experiences can often be overwhelming and immobilizing, leaving clients feeling as if they have hit a brick wall, accompanied by feelings of depression, hopelessness, anxiety, or numbness. Yet, through her compassionate presence, Eleanor helps her clients discover inner strengths and gifts they may not have known existed, fostering a deeper understanding of their own needs and goals. Every journey is unique; Eleanor's approach is centered on each client's individual paths, using deep listening, shared exploration, education, validation, and humor to support their healing process. With over 25 years of experience in hospice care and education, Eleanor is passionate about walking alongside her clients, empowering them to transform their lives in ways they hadn’t imagined possible.

Pam Minichiello, MS, LMHC, is an experienced counselor dedicated to guiding individuals and families through a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Her therapeutic style is active, drawing on a variety of effective tools and approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, mindfulness, mind-body interventions, Internal Family Systems, attachment-focused family work, EMDR, and DBT coping skills building. Through her work, Pam empowers clients to enhance self-awareness, manage distress, uncover underlying strengths, and achieve meaningful change and balance in their lives. With a specialization in trauma/PTSD and eating disorders since 2005, Pam has gained valuable clinical experience through her work with Glenhaven Academy, Cambridge Eating Disorder Center, and Monte Nido treatment programs. She holds a Certificate of Traumatic Stress Studies from The Trauma Center and is trained in EMDR at Level II, incorporating this powerful method as an adjunctive treatment intervention.