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Meet Our Team
Executive Director
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, trained in mediation and spiritual direction and I have been working with clients in the field of mental health for over 22 years. I use a holistic, person-centered approach, ... More
Executive Director
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, trained in mediation and spiritual direction and I have been working with clients in the field of mental health for over 22 years. I use a holistic, person-centered approach, employing treatment strategies that begin with the concerns a client brings to therapy as well as what they hope therapy will accomplish I believe that building rapport and trust between client and therapist are essential in order to form a sound therapeutic relationship ... More
Director of Operations
After a lengthy career in the private sector followed by 10 years as a stay at home mom, I decided it was time to re-enter the workforce in the not for profit world. Hired by our late former Director, Sr. Lorraine Bernier in 2012, I knew I was on a new path in life, one that was going to be more than just a job. This was going to be different exciting and gratifying!I wear many hats and oversee the day-to-day operations for our staff and volunteers. I work directly with our Executive Director, ... More
Holistic Therapist
I am a trained Holistic Therapist who has been practicing Massage Therapy (Swedish, Sports Massage, and Acupressure) since 1992 and Polarity Therapy since 1996. I began practicing and teaching Reiki in 1997 and became a Registered Practitioner of the Biodynamic method of Craniosacral Therapy in 2003. I offer sessions in all four modalities in an atmosphere of deep respect and sensitivity for the person. Many of the people I see for bodywork are experiencing a wide range ... More
Meghan Earle, M.A. MHC
Clinical Intake Coordinator
As a Mental Health Counselor, I work collaboratively with individuals and couples to achieve their desired goals. I believe that one of the most important components of therapy is a trusting and respectful therapeutic relationship and I strive to provide a therapeutic space that is safe, supportive, and free from judgement. As a graduate of Boston College’s Mental Health Counseling program, I place specific emphasis on understanding the identity and context of each client and cater ... More
Maria Swanson, M.A. MHC
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As a Mental Health Counselor, I strive to see the unique strengths embodied in each person I encounter. I work primarily through a relational lens; this means that I value the relationship I build with each client, while also focusing on how people relate to themselves and others in varied contexts. I draw from relational-cultural therapy, multicultural psychology, person-centered counseling, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness approaches to counseling while utilizing strategies ... More
Denise Whall-Marlin, LICSW
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker from Boston, Massachusetts with ten years of experience in providing psychotherapy. I have worked with all different kinds of people, and I have helped them with a variety of challenges and mental health problems. I have post-graduate training in several types of treatment, including cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, as well as an academic background from New York University in psycho-dynamic treatment. ... More
My approach to counseling is working with individuals, couples and families to relieve or eliminate emotional stress. I strive to see the client within the context of family and important relationships, past and present. Other significant factors include spiritual, racial/ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender and class identity. A supportive and strength based focus is crucial. I graduated from the Rhode Island College School of Social Work with a concentration in Community Practice. ... More
I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 30 years. Prior to this, I was an RN caring for individuals and families in hospitals and counseling centers in the Boston area. It is from my foundation in nursing, that I learned that every individual has the ability to heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I am a graduate of Boston College School of Social Work. My work focuses on providing a safe place to learn about yourself and what you need to heal from anxiety, depression, ... More
I have been an experienced psychotherapist for over twenty years. During that time, I have worked with adults and families on many issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, and bereavement. I believe in connecting with clients in a trusting relationship, to help clients reach their goals, and enable them to feel empowered and good about themselves. In addition, I have a great deal of ... More
Working as a Clinical Social Worker, I am dedicated to using a strengths based perspective within therapy while focusing on empowering clients to create changes they’ve identified within their lives based upon their personal goals. I have an interest and experience working in Behavioral Medicine, and value a focus on the mind/body connection within therapy. My goal is to engage clients as partners within the therapy process and to provide clients a supportive therapeutic relationship ... More
As a Loss and Grief Counselor I see clients who are dealing with issues and emotions that seem to make no sense. Together we explore the complexities of living with loss and the feelings that accompany that loss. Loss comes in many forms. Often we think of loss in terms of losing a loved one to death. However, throughout the life cycle loss occurs in many ways. I work with people experiencing loss through death, illness, loss of employment, loss of one's home or living situation, termination ... More
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that takes a solution-focused, client-centered, holistic approach to counseling. I have been working in out-patient treatment and in public schools for over ten years. I have an extensive background in working with children, adolescents and families who are overcoming trauma or struggling with challenging life circumstances that can often play out in families as disruptive behaviors. I also have worked with adults to overcome ... More
As a clinician, my focus is on empowering my clients to feel confident and competent to understand the roots of their difficulties in order to make real and lasting changes. I acquired my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College and my specialties include couples counseling and mediation, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and LGBTQ identity development. Utilizing a myriad of theories including Relational-cultural, mindfulness, CBT, and Feminist therapy, ... More
I began volunteering at Maria Droste Counseling Services in 2014 and have worked in the field of Addiction Recovery for the past 14 years. I am a licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor. I am a Reiki Master practitioner and a SEDA-certified Acupressure practitioner, as well as a trained Biosonics sound healer. Through these modalities I can offer my clients a variety of holistic approaches to healing and recovery.... More
As a trained educator and substance abuse counselor of over 25 years, I have had the privilege of working with many adults, children and families. I am in awe of the human spirit that is so resilient and one’s desire and ability to hope, heal and believe in oneself. Addiction and substance abuse are often complex and at the root of both personal and family issues. I specialize in helping you through your unique life story. My overall approach is to be highly empathic, nonjudgmental ... More
I am a Reiki Master Teacher and Energy Medicine Practitioner. My desire is to work with you to balance your whole system; mind, body and spirit. Whether you need to relax and restore or are dealing with the effects of such illnesses as Fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, Thyroid or Arthritis, energy work will help support your current methods of healing. I use a wealth of experience and gentle touch ... More
As a Mental Health Counselor, I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, and heard. My approach is empowering and collaborative, working with clients in identifying their needs and supporting them in their efforts to meet the goals they have set for themselves. As a Filipinx, international student, and a graduate of Boston College’s Mental Health Counseling program, the counseling perspective I bring and believe in is inclusive, multicultural, ... More
I am a clinician with both a background in Public Health and Mental Health Counseling. I first got my Masters in Public Health from Boston University, with a focus on the health disparities of minorities, women, and children. Through this work I was able to expand my knowledge and awareness of adverse health outcomes, and how different populations are affected. My professional experience as a counselor aligns with this, and has been focused on empowering individuals. ... More
I know how difficult reaching out for help can be, especially when searching for one’s first therapist. My goal is to make clients feel welcome and to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and strong. I acquired my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Massachusetts Boston. Originally my background is in crisis work and this has allowed me to use a trauma informed style with clients, with a very humanistic approach. Every person has a unique and beautiful ... More
I am a mental health counselor at Maria Droste Counseling on a part-time basis. I graduated from Bridgewater State University with a M.Ed. in Mental Health Counseling. I entered the counseling field after over 25 years in the investment management industry, where I obtained my MBA from Suffolk University and earned the right to use the CFA designation. I am also a certified yoga instructor and reiki practitioner and have been teaching yoga since 2009. I have experience ... More
As a mental health clinician, I strive to be transparent and honest with my clients, no matter what situation they might be facing. Together we work to build a rapport and partner to achieve the goals you set for yourself. To support clients through this process, I blend a number of holistic approaches including, brief counseling, cognitive therapy, solution-focused therapy and person-centered therapy. I have a great deal of experience in work-life balance issues, crisis management, youth ... More