Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health & Coaching Services
Aviva Psychology Services is a team of licensed psychologists, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical trainees dedicated to supporting adults in achieving emotional wellbeing, stability, and fulfillment. Our practice emphasizes inclusivity, welcoming diverse identities and backgrounds, and employs an intersectional, identity-affirming approach that values the whole person. We offer individual, group, and relationship therapy, as well as parent, leadership, and career coaching, grounded in empirically supported treatments.Our therapeutic approach integrates relational, behavioral, and skill-based methodologies, including CBT and ACT, while addressing social and cultural influences. We prioritize values such as freedom, health, honesty, inclusivity, resilience, tolerance, and values-based living. Our commitment to privacy and confidentiality is foundational, with all staff trained in HIPAA compliance. We serve Massachusetts through in-person locations in Boston and Northampton, as well as teletherapy options.
Services
Therapy Services
Coaching Services
Parent Coaching
Career Coaching
Leadership Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We utilize empirically supported treatments tailored to individual needs.
- Our team includes licensed psychologists with specialized training in diverse areas.
- We prioritize inclusivity and affirming care for LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC communities.
- Our coaching services integrate psychological expertise with practical skill-building.
- We offer flexible options, including teletherapy and in-person sessions across Massachusetts.
What people say
Inclusive environment
Experienced therapists
Effective treatments
Accessible teletherapy
Values-driven care
Services
Therapy Services
Aviva Psychology Services offers individual, group, and relationship therapy for adults aged 18+. Our evidence-based treatments address anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, perinatal challenges, and relationship issues. We employ cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care, emphasizing inclusivity and identity-affirming approaches. Our therapists prioritize creating a safe, collaborative space to foster emotional healing and resilience.
Parent Coaching
Parent coaching at Aviva provides caregivers with tools to navigate behavioral challenges, improve communication, and strengthen family dynamics. Our psychologists use evidence-based models like SPACE and Circle of Security to address tantrums, sibling rivalry, and sleep issues. Sessions focus on building confidence, reducing stress, and fostering connection through tailored strategies that align with family values and promote long-term relational health.
Career Coaching
Career coaching at Aviva helps adults clarify professional goals, navigate transitions, and reduce burnout. Our values-centered approach integrates psychological insight with practical strategies to enhance work-life balance and job satisfaction. We support clients in identifying strengths, overcoming imposter syndrome, and aligning careers with personal values, offering structured phases from assessment to ongoing support for sustainable growth.
Leadership Coaching
Leadership coaching at Aviva supports emerging and experienced leaders in developing self-awareness, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Our psychologists combine behavioral science with leadership frameworks to address challenges like delegation, team dynamics, and values-driven decision-making. The process includes assessment, goal-setting, and skill-building to cultivate authentic leadership styles that drive professional and personal growth.
Teletherapy Services
Aviva provides teletherapy services for Massachusetts residents, offering accessible mental health care from home. Our virtual sessions maintain the same evidence-based standards as in-person therapy, addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. Teletherapy ensures flexibility and continuity of care, with secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms that prioritize confidentiality and client comfort.
People
Alessandra Urbano
Founding Partner
Dr. Alessandra Urbano is a licensed psychologist and founding partner at Aviva, specializing in adult mental health and evidence-based therapies. She leads with a commitment to inclusivity and values-driven care.
Allison Karthaus
Founding Partner
Dr. Allison Karthaus co-founded Aviva with expertise in relational-cultural therapy and trauma-informed care. She focuses on fostering resilience and emotional wellbeing through collaborative therapeutic relationships.
Chelsey Solar
Career Coaching & Executive Leadership Coaching
Dr. Chelsey Solar specializes in career and leadership coaching, integrating psychological theory with practical strategies to help clients achieve professional growth and values-aligned success.
Brenda Martin-Tousignant
Parent Coaching
Dr. Brenda Martin-Tousignant offers parent coaching grounded in evidence-based models, supporting caregivers in navigating behavioral challenges and strengthening family connections through compassionate, skill-focused guidance.
Alexandra Reed
Psychologist
Dr. Alexandra Reed provides therapy for adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. Her approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with a focus on identity-affirming care and emotional resilience.
Questions
What types of therapy does Aviva offer?
Aviva provides individual, group, and relationship therapy for adults, addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, perinatal challenges, and relationship issues using evidence-based methods like CBT and ACT.
Do you offer teletherapy services?
Yes, Aviva offers teletherapy for Massachusetts residents, ensuring accessible, secure mental health care from home with the same evidence-based standards as in-person sessions.
What coaching services are available?
Aviva offers parent, career, and leadership coaching, each tailored to build skills and address challenges through psychologically informed, time-limited programs led by licensed psychologists.
Is coaching covered by insurance?
Coaching services are not covered by insurance, as they focus on personal development rather than medical treatment. Therapy services may be covered if clinically indicated and diagnosed.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact Aviva via phone or their website form to assess fit and schedule an initial assessment. The team responds within 48 hours to begin the intake process.
What makes Aviva different from other practices?
Aviva combines evidence-based therapy with inclusive, identity-affirming care, offering integrated coaching services and a team of highly trained psychologists committed to values like resilience, inclusivity, and client-centered growth.
