Allie Giza, LICSW
Specialties: LGBTQ+ clients, chronic medical issues, medical trauma, grief/loss
Ages Seen: 18+, young adults and adults
Philosophy and Strategies: Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Techniques, Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Allie [she/her] works with adults [18+] across the life span. She identifies as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and specializes in supporting LGBTQ+ clients, people living with chronic illness, caregivers, and those facing end-of-life transitions or grieving a loss. She uses a compassion-focused and strength-based approach with clients, trusting in the resilience of all individuals even in the face of uncertainty. She completed her Master's in Social Work in 2021 at the University of Maryland, and since has worked with LGBTQIA+ young adults in transitional housing, as well as most recently providing counseling as a medical social worker for oncology patients. Allie brings a deep respect for each person's unique story and resilience, and a trust that people can uncover meaning and strength even in times of uncertainty.
Please request an appointment via the link above, or contact us at (508) 650-0991 x900 to schedule. Allie accepts Blue Cross/Blue Shield, out-of-network benefits and private pay.
Aleeya Ensign, LMHC
"In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me there's something stronger - something better, pushing right back" -Albert Camus
Specialties: Mood disorders, relational issues, LGBTQIA+, adjusting to life changes
Ages Seen: 15+
Philosophy and Strategies: Psychodynamic, CBT, technical eclecticism
Aleeya (she/her) works with teens (15+) and adults throughout their lifespan. Aleeya graduated in 2018 from Northwestern University with a Master's in Counseling. She draws on a number of theoretical approaches, notably psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral, but believes in adapting therapy to meet individual needs. Her approach is relational, warm, and strengths-based, seeking to understand and collaborate with each individual in how they wish to approach the struggles they face. Aleeya enjoys working with individuals on issues related to the LGBTQIA+ experience, recurring dysfunctional relationship patterns, mood and anxiety disorders, and adjustment to life changes. Her belief is that connection, curiosity, and respect, without judgment, leads to empowerment and insight which plants the seed for healing.
Aleeya offers individual and couples services both in person and via telehealth.
Neil Glickman, Ph.D
“Watch your thoughts, they become your words; watch your words, they become your actions; watch your actions, they become your habits; watch your habits, they become your character; watch your character, for it becomes your destiny” -unknown
Specialties: Deaf/Hard of hearing clients, ASL, all sexual orientations
Ages Seen: 18+
Philosophy and Strategies: CBT, confidence boosting, questioning approach
Neil (He/Him) is a cisgender, gay licensed psychologist who works with Deaf, hard of hearing and hearing adults and couples (ages 18+) of all sexual orientations. He is hearing and skilled in American Sign Language. He has edited and written six books on providing mental health care to Deaf people, and consults to Deaf mental health programs in the state and nationwide. Neil has worked across the spectrum of mental health services including mental health clinics and private practice, as well as partial hospital programs, psychiatric inpatient units and emergency services. He is on the faculty at the UMass Medical School and taught in the graduate rehabilitation program at Assumption College for over a decade. Neil most often uses a therapeutic approach called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT, which for him means focusing on helping people develop skillful means of responding to life challenges. Neil asks a lot of questions designed to help people get unstuck, see things in more helpful ways, and come to have greater confidence in their own problem-solving abilities.
Neil offers individual and couple services via telehealth.
Deaf people can contact Neil via text at 508-397-5394 or email at Neil@
Quinton Kakaley, LMHC
"Sometimes, even to live is an act of courage." - Lucius Annaeus Seneca
Specialties: Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Vocational/Work issues, Relationship Conflict, Men's Mental Health
Ages Seen: 15+
Philosophy and Strategies: CBT, ACT, mindfulness
Quinton (he/him) enjoys working with people 15 and over experiencing challenges around work, mood, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, grief, and attachment. His clients may be struggling with stressful situations at home, work, or in finding balance between the two. He is especially passionate about vocational therapy, which explores the relationship between mental health and work, and may include issues such as a career change, loss of employment, workplace trauma, or parents trying to find a balance between work and family. He believes that a healthy and satisfying work life is an important part of overall wellness. Quinton uses a flexible, integrative approach that incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and brings a strengths-based, collaborative perspective to the therapeutic relationship.
Prior to joining Aurora, Quinton has worked as an outpatient Counselor in various settings including the Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, and a local Program for Assertive Community Treatment. These experiences inform his holistic approach to therapy, focusing on cultivating skills and supports, finding community, building resiliency, and developing a strong sense of self. Quinton moved to New England to pursue his Master’s in Counseling Psychology at Boston College, which he completed in 2018. In his spare time, Quinton enjoys rock climbing, writing music, romantic comedies, board games, and exploring New England. (Sadly, he does not enjoy seafood.)
Quinton offers individual services both in person and via telehealth.
Quinton is at 401-285-1594 or quinton@auroracounselingassocia
Marcia Lowry, LMHC
“There is another world, but it is in this one” -W.B. Yeats
Specialties: college students, parents, chronic illness, parental relationships, alcohol use disorder, learning/physical disabilities, women in midlife transitions
Ages Seen: 16+
Philosophy and Strategies: CBT, solution focused, harm reduction, relational approaches
Marcia (She/Her) works with teens 16 and older, as well as young adults and their families. She specializes in working with college students, especially those experiencing particular issues such as learning disabilities or physical disabilities. She also has expertise in working with women in midlife transition, substance abuse and mood disorders. She completed her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology at Lesley University in 1991 and since then has supported students at the collegiate level, providing individual counseling, consultation, training and groups. Marcia believes that the relationship between the therapist and client is crucial, and she brings an attentive, warm and directive presence to her work. She sees counseling as an opportunity for clients to examine their concerns, consider options, try various strategies and manage challenges with flexibility and confidence.
Marcia is a former state champion softball player, and coached her son's hockey teams for many years. She incorporates a lot of coaching strategies into her therapy work and loves to talk about sports. Marcia also volunteers with the New England Springer Spaniel Rescue and can't imagine a life without pets!
Marcia offers individual and Parent/Child or sibling dyad services via telehealth.
Marcia is at 508-650-0991, ext 904 or marcia@auroracounselingassocia
Sophie Rosen, MA
"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
Specialties: trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, stress management
Ages Seen: All Ages
Philosophy and Strategies: Psychodynamic and Humanistic approaches, specifically relational counseling, all with a trauma-informed lens
Sophie (she/her) works with children, teens, and young adults experiencing trauma, interpersonal conflicts, anxiety, and depression. After experiencing first-hand the magic of a good therapist, Sophie decided to pursue her passion for psychology and embark on a career in mental health counseling, recently earning her Master’s in Counseling with a child specialization through Northwestern University.
Sophie utilizes psychodynamic, humanistic, and relational approaches in her talk therapy, and may also use techniques drawn from play therapy or Trauma-Focused CBT. Building a strong foundation of trust is at the core of her practice, ensuring clients feel safe and supported as they navigate their therapeutic journey. Sophie is committed to meeting clients where they are in their healing process, tailoring her therapeutic approach to what is best suited for each individual.
Sophie is aware of the extraordinary societal pressure felt by teens and young adults today, and brings unconditional acceptance and understanding to all her therapeutic relationships. By incorporating appropriate humor into her work and encouraging authenticity, Sophie creates a comfortable and engaging environment for her clients.
Sophie offers individual services both in person and via telehealth.
Sophie is at 508-650-0991, ext 915 or sophie@auroracounselingassocia
Daniel I. Schacht, LICSW
Specialties: Couples Work, Infidelity, Anxiety, Depression, Anger
Ages Seen: 18+
Philosophy and Strategies: Individual/Couple/Family Resilience, Emotional Management
Daniel (He/Him) provides therapy to teens and adults (ages 13+) and couples. He has been in private practice in Natick, MA since 2004. Daniel obtained his Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston University in 1996 and has post-graduate training from the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis, the Northeastern Society for Group Psychotherapy and the Psychoanalytic Couple & Family Institute of New England. He also is an adjunct professor at Boston University. Daniel specializes in working with couples and building resilience in individuals and families. More information about Daniel can be found at www.danielschachtmsw.com.
Daniel offers individual, couple, and family services both in person and via telehealth.
Daniel is at 774-292-9011. He accepts private pay and 'out-of-network' benefits.
BethAnn Schacht, LMHC
“Don't let yesterday use up too much of today.” – Will Rogers
Specialties: Couples Work, Mind/Body Balance, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use Disorder
Ages Seen: 18+
Philosophies and Strategies: Internal Family Systems/Parts of Self Work, Holistic Wellness
BethAnn (She/Her) is the Director of Aurora Counseling Associates, LLC. She graduated from Northeastern University in 1993 with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, and has been in private practice since 2001. She started Aurora in 2010 with the goal of serving more types of clients with a kind, welcoming and well-trained group of clinicians, and since then has quadrupled staff and space. She specializes in couples work, mind/body wellness, functional management of mood issues. Her post-graduate trainings include the Couples Therapy Institute, the Psychodynamic Couples and Family Institute of New England and mind/body work at the Kripalu Center and the UMass Center for Mindfulness.
BethAnn focuses on managing Aurora but maintains a small caseload of clients. She can be reached at bethann@
Antonia Greenberg, MA
Specialties: trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression
Ages Seen: 5 - 12, young adults and adults
Philosophy and Strategies: With a focus on psychodynamic therapy, Antonia utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques, trauma-informed care, play therapy and expressive arts.
Antonia utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches including psychodynamic techniques, trauma-informed care, and expressive arts to address issues related to relationships, professional challenges, anxiety, and depression.
Antonia [she/her] works with children along with their parents, and also sees young adults and adults individually. Antonia utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches including psychodynamic techniques, trauma-informed care, and expressive arts to address issues related to relationships, professional challenges, anxiety, and depression. Antonia's professional experiences also include previous outpatient services in the private practice setting, providing mental health services at a children's camp, and providing groups and individual care in a rehabilitation setting. Currently, Antonia is a doctoral student at the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis, building on her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling which she completed there in 2024.
Antonia offers individual services to children and adults, both in person and via telehealth.
Please request an appointment via the link above, or contact us at (508) 650-0991 x900 to schedule. Antonia accepts Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Tufts commercial, Harvard Pilgrim, Point32, Aetna, UHC, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, and Health Plans Inc., as well as private pay. Antonia is a prelicensed clinician practicing under the supervision of Katherine Price, LMHC, MA #12172.
Ruth Hanning, LMHC
“We are stronger, gentler, more resilient, and more beautiful than any of us imagine.” – Mark Nepo
Specialties: children and family work, parenting skills and support, trauma work, anxiety, depression, addiction and recovery
Ages Seen: 3 – 12, young adults, adults, parents and families
Philosophy and Strategies: play therapy, mind/body and somatic strategies, strength-based, motivational interviewing, mindfulness
Ruth (she/they) works with children ages 3 – 12 along with their parents/families, and also sees young adults and adults individually. Ruth obtained her Master’s in Counseling from Framingham State University in 2016. Ruth brings a warm and strength-based approach to her work, modeling co-regulation strategies for parents and offering opportunities for play and therapeutic activities for child clients. She often uses experiential strategies with both children and adults related to how trauma resides in the body. In addition to treating trauma, her work with adults addresses issues of ADHD, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and substance overuse. Ruth believes in supporting the whole family, using a trauma-informed, strength-based lens, seeing the family as a system whose different members all contribute to its health.
Ruth offers individual and family services to children, adults and families, both in person and via telehealth.
Please request an appointment via the link above, or contact us at (508) 650-0991 to schedule. Ruth will accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Tufts commercial, Harvard Pilgrim, Point32, Aetna, UHC, Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Health Plans Inc. starting in early 2025, as well as ‘out-of-network’ benefits and private pay.