Find a Therapist in Middleton, MA

Hello! Thank you for being interested in the way I have created my practice to use eclectic therapies to meet the needs of my clients. I have my undergraduate degree in Art Therapy, and I have my masters degree in social work. Both of these I use in therapy with young adults, adults and the aging populations. I also use equine-assisted therapy (certified through EAGALA since 2016) and Reiki as appropriate with clients that wish to have alternative sessions. These methods combined help create shifts are often an efficient way to collapse the length of therapy needed to reach your desired goals. Therapy with me means sessions are not always the same. While there are special conversations that occur within my office space, there are also special meaningful moments that occur with the horses or with the art project. In the beginning, we collaborate to determine your comfortable pace for therapy, for your desired goals. Using these, along with your budget we create a customized plan for your treatment. Feel free to schedule a free consultation, I look forward to hearing from you!

Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, stress, anger, or urges to engage in maladaptive coping mechanisms? I am here to provide a safe space to work through day-to-day challenges and process difficult experiences and emotions. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and safe so that we can build a collaborative relationship that fosters growth and allows you to be vulnerable, open, and honest. Starting therapy can be difficult and daunting, yet such a brave step to take. I will be here to work through it all with you. I have been working with adolescents in residential, outpatient, and inpatient treatment settings. In my current inpatient work, I provide therapy for a wide range of diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline personality, and psychosis, in addition to behavioral challenges, self-harming behaviors, and suicidal ideation. I love hearing about your strengths, interests, and goals. I want to help you feel as comfortable as possible. My focus is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship in which you can share anything you are struggling with, as well as successes. I believe everyone deserves a chance to heal, and I would love to be a part of that journey with you.

Life can be incredibly tough, and when you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by past trauma, it can seem like there’s no way out. But you don’t have to struggle alone. I understand how hard it can be to navigate these challenges, and I’m here to help you find the clarity and healing you need. Whether you are grieving a loss, struggling with depression, anxiety, or substance abuse, or wanting to understand unhealthy coping strategies, therapy can help. We will work together to uncover the roots of your pain, build a path towards healing, and help you create the life that feels more peaceful, balanced, and truly your own. You deserve support that meets you where you are. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, looking to make sense of it all, or just need space to breathe, please reach out. I’d be happy to help.

It feels like you’re drifting—maybe even lost. You give everything to those around you, yet no one seems to be there to take care of you. It’s as if you’re drowning, and no one notices. The weight of it all makes you feel sick, sometimes so much that you miss work. If one more person asks for something, you might just explode. Your eating habits are all over the place—just last night, you finished an entire pizza. You’re at your breaking point. You’re constantly giving, yet those around you still complain about your attitude. They say: "You’re angry." "You’re too negative." "You don’t take care of yourself." "I’m worried about you." But they don’t see how much you already do. You’ve always taken care of everyone else. And in return? More demands. More expectations. You’re running on empty, and there’s nothing left to give… You’re ready for a change. You long for support—someone outside your usual circle, someone who isn’t constantly asking for more from you. You want to feel secure in your relationships, with strong, healthy boundaries that protect your well-being. You’re ready to be cared for, not just the one always doing the caring. It’s time to reclaim your balance, your peace, and your sense of self. I am Abigail Blackburn. The kind of therapy I practice is called interpersonal or relational therapy. This approach focuses on the relationships in your life—past and present—and how they shape your emotions, behaviors, and sense of self. Our early experiences, especially those in childhood, play a significant role in how we navigate relationships as adults. We often carry unspoken lessons, patterns, and expectations that can impact our ability to connect, communicate, and set boundaries. In interpersonal therapy, we explore these patterns with curiosity and compassion, helping you recognize what’s working, what’s not, and how to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Whether you're struggling with conflict, emotional disconnection, or people-pleasing tendencies, this therapy offers a space to understand your relational dynamics and develop new ways of engaging with others. By deepening your awareness and making intentional shifts, you can experience more meaningful connections, a stronger sense of self, and the confidence to set boundaries that honor your needs. Using interpersonal or relational therapy, I can help you reach the change you are looking for. I can help create boundaries and feel secure in your relationships. I can help you explore and protect your well-being. I can help you find that balance and sense of self you are looking for.

Do you overthink everything or are you too caught up in the “what ifs” in your head that you ensure you stay stuck? Are you too focused on making other people happy that you feel like you have lost track of yourself? Maybe you are your own worst enemy-- with a well-honed inner critic that likes to shit talk you and remind you of all the things you are messing up or getting wrong. You are doing your best- caffeine, multitasking, or white knuckling it may be getting you through (kind of), but at the end of the day you are exhausted and overwhelmed. You want to feel connected, loved, and self-confident. You want to be able to sort through the current noise in your life and figure out what you want to let go of (such as beliefs or patterns you’ve held onto for some time) and what you want to keep and build on. I bring both humor and compassion to session.

I've always loved a good story, and what is therapy about if not the story of each of us as individuals? Maybe yours includes parts you don't quite understand, worries that spill into other areas of your life, low points, or serious traumas, or a section that just isn't going the way you thought it would. The way I do therapy is a journey of exploring and seeking out a deeper understanding to help you find strength and clarity. I hold a doctorate in clinical psychology from William James College, specializing in child and family psychology. My clinical expertise is in working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), identity issues, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), and other stressors. I draw on modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, and family systems. I am a clinical psychologist seeing individual clients in navigating life transitions, stress, identity issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other challenges. I operate from orientations of liberation, social justice, racial justice, empowerment, feminism, and cultural respect. Any point in your life can be a moment of realization—a point when something feels out of place, and you're driven to explore and question what you know and understand about yourself and the world at large. These are the moments when I join clients in support of them reaching deeper cohesion in how they want to experience themselves and move through the world. I hope we can work together to create a little more ease in your life, so that you feel empowered to Walk Good on the next part of your journey!

Accepting new clients both in person and virtually. I specialize in working with clients who have trauma and all of the symptoms that come with it. My goal is to provide you with a supportive, nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can take root. For many years, I have struggled with chronic illness and pain. If you have found yourself feeling tired, alone, or wondering, "Does anyone understand what I am going through?", I can help. I understand what it means to feel all of those things, and my aim is to help you process those feelings and emotions. I believe that everyone deserves a fair chance to grow into the person they want to be. To guide you through this journey, I draw from evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and the Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC) model. My approach is strengths-based and individualized, empowering clients to build resilience, develop emotional regulation, and reconnect with their personal sense of identity and purpose. Through compassionate collaboration, I strive to equip my clients with practical tools, deeper self-awareness, and the confidence to move forward in their lives. Whether you’re starting your healing journey or continuing it, I’m here to walk alongside you and support your goals.

I am a queer, nonbinary, non monogamous therapist who specializes in supporting couples and relationships through change. Our work will be collaborative and deeply rooted in a strengths-based, nonjudgmental, and solution-focused foundation. I am knowledgeable in providing support to the LGBTQIA+ community, and to non monogamous, poly and open relationships. My offerings support and encourage expansiveness beyond all binaries and my intention is to create a space along with you that feels welcoming of all parts of you. I want to make sure you feel confident about working with me, so before you commit to your first session I offer free 15 minute video consultations. To set up a New Client Consultation, please email me with the days and times you are typically available to meet and I will respond within 1-2 business days.

Hi, and welcome. For many people, the decision to get help can be a difficult one. I see your visit to my profile as a sign of strength and a refusal to give up. Loneliness, the inability to enjoy life, excessive worry or fear, anxiety in social situations, unhappiness or problems in personal, professional or marital relationships, not knowing what to do personally or professionally, even substance "abuse" and PTSD are issues that are interpersonal, not biological. They can be overcome within a genuinely understanding, compassionate, active, and patient therapeutic relationship. Our work is a "facilitating partnership." I specialize in helping you overcome both your painful symptoms and your life blocks. I help you answer questions you have about yourself, so that you understand yourself and can have fulfilling relationships. I'm a psychodynamic-cognitive-relational practitioner. I am sincere, transparent (yes, I give straightforward answers to your questions), accepting, and simultaneously engaged and patient. People grow by overcoming life's challenges. Good therapy happens when the person in it feels the right mix of challenge and support. I specialize in helping you find this balance.

I work with individuals who are trying to make changes in their lives but don't know where or how to start. Individuals who can see familiar patterns but can’t seem to break them. Sometimes it's wanting to develop more meaningful, fulfilling, healthier relationships. For others it’s taking a big step towards a new career or figuring out changes they need to make in their life to feel happier. While some of my other clients are about to enter, or recently entered, parenthood and are navigating all the feelings that brings up. You want to do things differently but the anxiety, overthinking, and uncertainty get in the way. Together in our sessions we'll identify patterns, better understand them, and work together to come up with a plan of how to achieve your goals. My background is in working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, expectingnew moms and dads, infertility, and life transitions. It can be hard taking the first step when you're struggling, but you've already done it by being here! If you live in MA or NJ, are open to telehealth sessions, and think we may be a good match, you can learn more about me at my website. I look forward to hearing from you!

Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client seeks meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. We'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way. With experience working with diverse populations across various age groups, I deeply value the richness of our unique human experiences. As an immigrant, I bring cultural sensitivity and understanding to our work together. Specializing in existential therapy, I'll help you explore your existence, find meaning, and create a personalized path for growth. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a transformation catalyst, providing a life-affirming space where you can find support, guidance, and healing. Contact me today to schedule a session and take the first step toward positive change.

Finding the right therapist can be incredibly frustrating. We know how tiring and costly it can be to repeat your story to multiple therapists, only to find they aren't the right match. That's why our Therapy Services Specialist and Clinician Manager carefully vet every therapist applying to PSYCH?. We prioritize ensuring a great match between clients and clinicians. After all, no matter how much of an "expert" a therapist may be, it won't matter if there's no genuine connection with the client!