Origins of Treehouse Counseling

The Treehouse Counseling name and idea were born in my own treehouse, perched among the sturdy pine trees, which we built together as a family with my husband and kids. It is a place where I like to be when I need peace and a different perspective, because everything looks so unique from a few feet off the ground. I believe that the journey of healing and growth often involves challenging our existing perspectives so we can see ourselves as stronger and more confident, and that our challenges present us with opportunities.

Personal Calling and Professional Foundation

For as long as I can remember, I have had a desire to help people heal. I come from a long line of traditional and professional healers, including shamans and board‑certified doctors. Becoming a therapist felt like answering a calling. I earned my master’s degree from Fitchburg State University and bring close to twenty‑five years of experience helping people connect with their inner wisdom, strength, and healing energy.

Clinical Experience Across Diverse Populations

During my journey as a mental health counselor, I have worked with a wide range of clients in many settings, gaining valuable insight into multiple angles of mental health theory and practice. My clients have ranged from age two to nearly eighty. I have supported court‑ordered clients learning emotional regulation, individuals living with HIV, and immigrants navigating challenges in a new country. I am trained in Parent‑Child Psychotherapy and have worked with children and adolescents for over twenty years. I currently serve as a contracted therapist at a local four‑year college. My background also includes certification as a Nutritional Coach and, later, as an Integrative Mental Health Professional, allowing me to incorporate holistic and nutritional components into my work.

Teaching, Supervision, and Professional Leadership

I am a long‑standing adjunct faculty member at a local four‑year college and an honorary faculty member at Walden University. I have taught or guest lectured at Hesser College, Springfield College, Boston University, and St. Anselm College. I am a state‑approved clinical supervisor through the Board of Mental Health Practice and have supervised emerging and seasoned clinicians for more than a decade. Mentoring and teaching others not only supports the next generation of providers but also strengthens my own commitment to the highest professional standards and allows me to give back to the counseling profession.

Therapeutic Philosophy and Approach

While I am well-versed in many therapeutic approaches, my work with clients never has a cookie-cutter approach as it is custom-tailored to clients’ individual needs and focuses on utilizing intentions to access, create, and explore meaningful pathways towards personal healing and growth.  I am passionate about the mind and body connection and love to utilize a variety of therapeutic resources, from traditional talk therapy to supplemental techniques like expressive arts therapies, to nutritional psychology, which explores the ways our body and mind influence one another through food, emotions, and behavior. It examines how what we eat affects our mood and function, and how our feelings and habits, in turn, shape our relationship with food. I aim to create a nonjudgmental space in which clients are invited to examine meaningful aspects of their lives. During our time together, we will explore your story, learn about your strengths, and discover aspects that might be holding you back. We will then use that awareness to help regain lost confidence so that you can overcome any obstacle that may have originally seemed overwhelming and unbearable. I believe that anyone can accomplish anything with the right support, a dash of perseverance, and the presence of hope. And I always keep in mind that humor and laughter have amazing healing potential, and I make room for both in my work and daily life.

Personal Interests, Community Engagement, and Cultural Identity

In my free time, I practice what I encourage: spending time outdoors and moving my body. I enjoy kayaking, gardening, and hiking in the summer; skiing and snowshoeing in the winter; and practicing yoga and staying active year‑round. I volunteer to promote sustainable mental health and frequently read to children and teach emotional regulation at local libraries. I also speak regularly at the Concord Regional Technical Center about the importance of mental health for future members of law enforcement. I am bi‑cultural and fluent in English and Russian. Though proudly American, I stay connected to my cultural roots and enjoy exploring other cultures through travel and cuisine with my family.

Fees/Payments/Insurance

While insurance can be a wonderful resource, and I truly understand why many people hope to use it, it often brings restrictions and complexities to the best practices. I choose not to work directly with insurance companies in order to protect your privacy and maintain the highest level of clinical care. This allows us to keep your information fully confidential, without third‑party involvement in your treatment, diagnosis, or session content. My goal is to offer a space where you can speak freely, feel fully supported, and know that your care remains entirely confidential.

I provide Superbills (an itemized receipt) regularly, which you could submit to your insurance for reimbursement, if you chose to explore the out-of-network benefits with your insurance

50min/$130