Culturally Conscious Therapy for Those Who Carry It All

Rooted in liberation, softness, and healing. A space to lay down your burdens, be seen, and reclaim yourself.
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Let’s be real, healing isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone

Hi, I’m Jessica. I’m glad you’re here. I’m a Boston native and proud daughter of immigrants. I help women move from survival to self-trust, one honest conversation at a time. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Massachusetts and Florida, I specialize in supporting adult women, especially those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color (BIWOC). who are carrying heavy, often invisible emotional loads. I work with women navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, perfectionism, identity shifts, cultural and systemic pressures, parenting challenges, and the ongoing demands of being “the strong one.” Since 2004, I’ve worked in social services, bringing a grounded, culturally responsive approach to every space I hold. MY APPROACH TO THERAPY I provide a warm, culturally conscious, inclusive, and trauma-informed space where you can feel seen, heard, and valued. My approach is integrative and collaborative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS/parts work), and relational, strengths-based frameworks. At the heart of my work is helping BIWOC clients reconnect with themselves, set boundaries, and unlearn survival patterns, so they can move toward clarity, rest, and self-trust. THERAPY WITH ME Therapy with me is active and supportive. I listen closely, reflect deeply, and gently challenge when needed, always holding space for your full story, both personal and cultural. Together, we’ll unpack what’s no longer serving you, practice new coping strategies, and strengthen your ability to move through life with more softness, sovereignty, and balance. Our first session is about slowing down and arriving as you are. We’ll explore what brings you here, your current challenges, and your hopes for therapy. From there, we’ll begin identifying the patterns. cultural, familial, or internal, that have shaped your journey and explore gentle ways to move toward clarity and ease. YOU CAN EXPECT A space where you don’t have to perform strength Grounded tools for managing stress and regulating emotions Support in building values-based boundaries and practices that sustain you An approach rooted in cultural awareness, compassion, and liberation By the end of our first session, you’ll leave with a sense of direction, steadiness, and the reassurance that you don’t have to carry it all alone.
Jessica Avila
Founder & Psychotherapist

Services

  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Cultural Adjustment
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Mass General Brigham Health
  • Optum
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • United Behavioral Health
  • Out of Network
  • Out of Pocket

Fees

  • Psychotherapy (60 Mins): $200
  • Free Consult (15 Mins): $0

Testimonials

“Jessica reminds me of where I started and how far I’ve come. Through big life changes, a new city, tough job, and personal struggles, her warmth and honesty helped me grow in a way that honors who I am. I wouldn’t understand myself this well without her.”

Current Client

“She’s not just a therapist, she’s a Godsend. Working with Jessica has brought real breakthroughs. Her insight, compassion, and tools helped me move through trauma, anxiety, and depression. She listens without judgment, encourages joy, and inspires real change.”

Past Client

“She changed my entire mental health journey. As a woman of color, I doubted therapy. Jessica helped me face cultural and childhood trauma, advocate for myself, and find life-changing clarity. She’s real, fierce, and exactly who I needed to feel seen.”

Current Client
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