I consider myself an eclectic clinician meaning that I practice therapy utilizing multiple theoretical approaches and techniques based on the self-identified needs of the individuals I serve. I practice from a person-centered, mindfulness-based, trauma-informed approach. Some therapy modalities that I most often draw upon are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
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During the day, I am a Licensing Inspector for the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. I am also an Adjunct Professor for Bryant University, teaching Gender in Childhood. My availability for counseling is limited and I am not currently accepting new patients. When I am accepting new patients, I practice therapy through a group practice, Kristen Sullivan & Associates.
Professional Experience
Bachelors Level Clinical Work, BS
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​Therapeutic Mentoring
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Parent Support Services, DCF collaboration focusing on Reunification of Families
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Community Support Program
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Therapeutic Training & Support Service for In-Home Therapy Clinicians
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Masters Level Clinical Work, MS
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Integrated Care, Brief Therapy
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School Based, Individual Therapy
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Outpatient Clinic, Individual & Group Therapy
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Clinical Care Management
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Supervision of Clinical Care Teams- Community Mental Health Outreach
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Inpatient, Acute Treatment Services for Substance Use Disorder
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Home Based, In-Home Family Therapy
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Group Facilitation​
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Social Skills group facilitation and curriculum development​
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Substance Use Disorder group facilitation
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Education
Undergraduate Degree: BS in Psychology, University of Massachusetts- Lowell
Graduate Degree: MS in Mental Health Counseling, University of Massachusetts- Boston
Professional Licensure
MA License #11600, Licensed to practice Mental Health Counseling in Massachusetts