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Nina Abelowitz, Founder

ANP, PMHNP

  • Nina Abelowitz is a nurse practitioner with over 17 years of experience in medicine. Nina has cared for patients in primary care, oncology, and psychiatry throughout Greater Boston and South Florida.

    She started her career as a primary care nurse practitioner at Harvard's Health Services where she assisted patients with a wide range of health conditions, including gynecological issues, orthopedic injuries, and dermatological concerns. After six years at Harvard, a personal event guided Nina to focus on oncology, and she has spent the last several years providing empathetic care at Massachusetts General Hospital.

    In an effort to provide better mental health care to her patients and to bridge the mind-body connection, she enrolled in the postgraduate program at UMass Medical School of Nursing to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner.

    Nina is a published author of the book titled “Laughter is the Best Medicine”, has been featured in the Boston Globe, and is an adjunct faculty at Simmons College, where she lectures on a variety of topics.

    Nina was born and raised in South Florida and has spent the last 20 years in Boston.

  • Nina has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings in both medicine and psychiatry. Nina is a polaris trained ketamine provider and has a special interest in the intersection of psychiatric-oncology after spending 5-½ years as an oncology Nurse Practitioner at Massachusetts General Hospital. Nina also sees clients for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD and a variety of other psychiatric diagnoses.

    Nina enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

    Education/Certifications

    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Simmons University

    • Adult Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ANP-BC)

    • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, University of Massachusetts Medical School (PMHNP-BC)

    • Licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United/ Mass General Brigham, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts commercial plans, Medicare

    Cash pay rate: $375 for consult, $200 for follow ups

  • Nina is not currently accepting new patients.

Not currently accepting new patients

Elizabeth Morrison

PMHNP, LICSW

  • Liz obtained her Master’s of social work from Columbia University before moving to the Boston area over 20 years ago. She spent the majority of her social work career as an LICSW providing psychiatric crisis evaluations for patients across the lifespan in several emergency departments north of Boston. It was during her time as a crisis clinician in the emergency department that her interest in medicine and nursing grew. Liz earned her nursing degree in 2008. Her nursing career overlapped with her work as a clinician and she has worked as a RN in several inpatient psychiatric settings including Mass General Hospital as well as acute care medical settings in the ER and ICU before pursuing her Master of Science from Salem State University.

    She completed a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study from The University of New Hampshire in Psychiatry.

    When Liz is not working she enjoys spending time with her husband, three daughters and her golden retriever Gus. She loves the White mountains in NH and recently completed her sixth 4000k. She has a personal goal to hike all 48 peaks in NH.

  • Liz is a dually certified Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP-C) and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP- BC) as well as being a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker (LICSW). Liz has worked with and treated patients over her 20 + year career in behavioral health with a wide range of mental health issues including but not limited to Anxiety disorders, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar and Mood Disorders, Schizoaffective Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Neurocognitive disorders, and Alcohol use disorder.  

    Education/Certifications​

    • Master of Science in Social Work (LICSW), Columbia University

    • Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (AGNP-BC)

    • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, University of New Hampshire (PMHNP-BC)

    • Licensed in Massachusetts

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United/ Mass General Brigham, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts commercial plans.

    Cash pay initial appointment / consult $375

    Follow ups $200

  • Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays, currently accepting new patients age 18+

    Available remote only until September 1, 2025.

Currently accepting new patients for medication management only

Marisa Fox

FNP, PMHNP

  • Marisa is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 8 years of experience in the field of psychiatry. After leaving advertising in 2015, Marisa moved back to Boston to pursue her passion in psychiatry and graduated with her master’s degree from MGHIHP in psychiatric mental health nursing. While in school and after graduating, Marisa worked on a psychotic disorders’ unit at Mclean Hospital where she worked with patients with a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizophrenia, and trauma.

  • As a nurse practitioner, Marisa transitioned to outpatient private practice to have the ability to foster long-term relationships with her patients. In her practice, Marisa utilizes a collaborative approach with all her patients, supporting the client’s needs and goals while providing education and individualized evidence-based treatment recommendations. She values a holistic approach to treatment addressing the biological, emotional, social, and psychological components of wellness. Marisa’s goal with every patient is to create an open, therapeutic relationship that combines therapy with thoughtful medication management. Marisa is now accepting new patients ages 8-65 via telehealth in addition to in person appointments in Concord.

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United / Mass General Brigham, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts commercial plans

    Cash pay rate: $375 for consult, $200 for follow ups

  • Tuesdays (virtual and in person in Acton) 10am-6pm, currently accepting new patients age 7 to 65.

    Available in Acton office and remote

Waitlist for medication management only

Emily Drazen

PMHNP

  • During Emily’s early career as a family nurse practitioner she was continually drawn to the mental health needs of her primary care patients. Inspired by this, Emily became dual board certified as both a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Prior to her career in medicine, Emily earned a Master’s in Education and worked as an elementary school teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area. Emily is obsessed with her scrappy rescue dog, Gus, and enjoys quiet moments walking in the woods with him. She also enjoys skiing, hiking, traveling and reading with her 3 daughters and husband. 

  • Emily Drazen is a dual certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with thirteen years of experience. Prior to joining Three Rivers as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Emily worked in primary care medicine for 7 years based in Hudson, MA. Emily has a particular interest in the complex interplay between mental health and physical health, especially in the context of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD and ADHD. 

    Education/Certifications​

    • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (PMHNP-BC)

    • Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (FNP-BC)

    • Masters in Education

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim , Optum, Cigna and Tufts commercial plans

    $375 for consults, $200 for follow ups

  • Available: Mondays and Wednesdays in Acton office or remote , Thursdays remote 8am - 2pm

Currently accepting new patients for medication management only

Maryann Lyons

FNP, PMHNP

  • Maryann Lyons is a highly experienced Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years in healthcare and 15 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Throughout her career, she has specialized in gastroenterology, head and neck surgical oncology and pediatric care; including five years at the renowned Boston Children's Hospital. Recently certified as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Maryann is excited to apply her extensive clinical expertise to the mental health field, offering comprehensive, compassionate care to patients in a new and dynamic specialty. With a broad foundation in diverse areas of healthcare, Maryann is dedicated to advancing patient care through a holistic and individualized approach.

  • Education/Certifications​

    • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (PMHNP-BC)

    • Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (FNP-BC)

    • Licensed in Massachusetts

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim , Optum/United Health Care, Cigna and Tufts commercial plans, Medicare

    $375 for consults, $200 for follow ups

  • Available: Tuesday evening, Thursdays remote and in person only 9am-4pm. Sees children and adults 7+

Emily Peters

LICSW, Clinical Director

  • Emily is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker with ten years experience in the mental health field. Emily has worked with all age groups with wide a range of mental health and substance abuse concerns. Emily has spent the last eight years working in an emergency room, specializing in crisis intervention and level of care assessment for all ages. Emily is now switching gears to work in an outpatient setting with adolescents and young adults.

  • Emily’s clinical interests are in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and substance abuse. She utilizes concepts from mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy to assist with soothing and alleviating emotional dysregulation and anxiety. When not working, Emily enjoys reading, watching movies, and exercise. Emily hopes to provide clients with the tools and skills to enjoy a healthy, fun, and peaceful life. 

    Education/Certifications​

    Masters in Social Work, Simmons College

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United/Optum, Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts Commercial Plans

    Cash pay rate: $150 for individual therapy

  • Available: Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm, remote and Concord office

Currently accepting new patients, 1-2 spots open

Lindsey Dempsey

LCSW

  • Lindsey is a Licensed Certified Social worker providing individual therapy for adolescents, young adults and older adults. Lindsey has more than 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services in various settings and with diverse populations including: residential, corrections, and adoption services.

  • Lindsey has been working in an outpatient setting for the past several years with various ages. She has an extensive background working with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, complex trauma, mood disorders, and personality disorders.

    Education/Certifications​

    Masters in Social Work, Boston College

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Harvard Pilgrim , United/Optum and Tufts Commercial Plans

    Cash Pay Rate: $150 / session

  • Monday-Thursday in person in Acton and remote

1-2 openings for new patients

Sara Almy

LICSW

  • Sara is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 16 years of experience in Social Work and Mental Health. For the past 11 years, Sara has focused her work on providing mental health support to children in the school setting, but has also worked in emergency rooms and inpatient settings, providing mental health services to those experiencing acute mental health concerns. Sara has also worked in outpatient settings with those experiencing stress, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. She hopes to support clients in a caring and empathic relationship to achieve their stated goals and build on strengths while identifying areas that may be preventing you from achieving fulfillment and peace.

  • Sara strives to use collaborative, strength-based, person-centered therapy while remaining aware of the need to pivot approaches and reassess goal areas. Sara also sees couples for couples counseling.

    Education/Certifications​

    Masters in Social Work, Rhode Island College, School of Social work

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Harvard Pilgrim, United/Optum and Tufts Commercial Plans

    Cash pay rate: $150 for individual therapy, $200 / session for couples counseling

  • Monday - Thursday evenings 5-8pm, remote only

Waitlist for new patients

Kristen Lucarelli

LCSW

  • Kristen is a Licensed Certified Social Worker, who has worked in the field of Social Work for seventeen years. She has an extensive background working with children and adults who have experienced trauma and/or need mental health support. She has also worked in elder care.Kristen provides therapy for adolescents and adults of all ages.

  • Kristen strives to create a caring, non judgmental relationship with her clients, where they feel seen and heard. She believes that therapy should be a collaborative process that builds on a client's strengths and personal supports to meet their goals. Kristen utilizes a variety of clinical techniques based on the individual needs of the client. She believes in a holistic, mind-body approach to healing and wellness.

    Education/Certifications​

    Masters in Social Work, Simmons College

    Clinical Certificate in the Treatment of Relational/Multi-Contextual Trauma, Simmons College

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Harvard Pilgrim, Optum/United and Tufts Commercial Plans

    Cash pay rate: $150 / session

  • Available: Tues/Wed/Thursday/Saturdays (AM) in person in Concord and remote

Waitlist for new patients

Kenna Sullivan

LICSW

  • Kenna Sullivan, LICSW is an Assistant Director of Field Education and Faculty Advisor at the Boston College School of Social Work. Kenna has worked for over 25 years in Psychiatric and Medical Emergency Services delivery in Emergency Rooms throughout Greater Boston.

    She is also a Psychiatric Consult Emergency Services Clinician at University Counseling Services at Berklee College of Music. She has worked with the Disaster Mental Health Team at the American Red Cross and has responded to numerous aviation disasters, natural disasters and other incidents of mass trauma in both the United States and Canada.

  • Kenna is a Psychiatric Consult Emergency Services Clinician at University Counseling Services at Berklee College of Music. She has worked with the Disaster Mental Health Team at the American Red Cross and has responded to numerous aviation disasters, natural disasters and other incidents of mass trauma in both the United States and Canada.

  • BCBS, Anthem, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts Commercial plans, Aetna, United/Optum

  • Evenings only, remote

Currently accepting new patients

Katherine “Katie” Johnson

PMHNP

  • Katie Johnson is a nurse practitioner who has specialized in psychiatric mental health for the past 15 years. She began her career as a nurse on the inpatient psychiatric unit at Massachusetts General Hospital where she spent eight years before moving to Cape Cod with her family. Since moving to the Cape, Katie has continued her passion for the mental health population by working in various settings including inpatient, outpatient, home health, emergency room, and crisis stabilization. Working in a variety of settings has allowed her to gain experience with patients suffering from acute and chronic psychiatric illnesses. She has particular interest in depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, and peri/postpartum care.

  • Katie uses a shared-decision making approach with her clients with a focus on the therapeutic relationship. She understands that building a trusting, collaborative relationship with her clients will lead to better outcomes. She works with clients to create an individualized plan that considers their lifestyle, values and goals, along with the best evidence-based practices. She provides brief psychotherapy as well as medication management to clients aged 18+.

    When not working, Katie enjoys attending different activities with her family.

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tufts (commercial products only), Optum/United, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim and Aetna

  • Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am-4pm, remote only

Currently accepting new patients for medication management only

Anthony Piro

LICSW

  • Tony earned his Master's of Social Work degree from Simmons College in Boston in 1990. He began his professional career as Social Worker in Psychiatry at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, eventually becoming the Chief Social Woker in Psychiatry. He then moved on to Emerson Hospital where he was the Director of Operations for Behavioral Health for 14 years. He has been an instructor at Harvard Medical School and at Simmons College School for Social Work and at Smith College School for Social Work. He has also been a forensic and clinical consultant.

  • Tony is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with experience in the treatment of the full spectrum of psychiatric and substance abuse disorders and modes of therapy, including individual and couples' psychotherapy. His clinical interests are in the treatment of anxiety and affective (mood) disorders and substance use disorders. 

    When Tony isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, running and cycling and being outdoors (especially at the beach) as well reading and movie watching.

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United/Optum, Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts Commercial Plans

    Cash pay rate: $150 for individual therapy

  • Evenings only, remote

Currently accepting new patients

Madeline Freeman

LICSW

  • Maddie is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 10 years in the mental health field. She most recently came from a college counseling center, and has experience as a private practice therapist for young adults (individual, couples, and groups), an in-home social worker for elders, and has trained in a high school setting and in a substance use clinic for people experiencing homelessness. Maddie has extensive training in group therapy, which she believes is a powerful (and fun!) way to feel connected, seen, and less alone. Maddie's therapy style has been described as warm, empathic, attuned, and playful. Outside of work, she can be found spending time in a cozy café or restaurant, doing yoga, seeing a musical, or performing in a musical.

  • Maddie’s approach to therapy is integrative and individualized, rooted in Psychodynamic and Relational approaches, while drawing on other modalities, including tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, and mindfulness techniques. She identifies as an ally to the BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and disability communities, and values working across the spectrums of gender, race, sexuality, and class.

    Maddie offers treatment for anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, stress, major life transitions, pregnancy, postpartum, pregnancy loss, and self-esteem.

    Education/Certifications

    Masters in Social Work, Smith College School for Social Work

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United/Optum, Harvard Pilgrim and Tufts Commercial Plans

    Cash pay rate: $150 for individual therapy

  • Coming soon!

Lindsey Moreira

Office Manager

  • Lindsey is a dedicated nurse and experienced office manager who brings compassion and organizational expertise to her work. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two sons, going on walks and traveling to explore new destinations.

    Lindsey helps our office with a variety of tasks including but certainly not limited to medication issues, triage, prior authorizations and much more!

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