Maureen Dunne (She/Her)
LMHC, ATR.
Undergraduate Degree - Emmanuel College
Masters Degree - Lesley University
Specialty/Age Groups Treated - I typically work with tweens, teens, and young adults; focusing on anxiety/mood disorders, ADHD, self-esteem/self-confidence, women's/girls' issues, and life transitions. I also work as a school mental health counselor in a local therapeutic program (grades 9-12), so I am very familiar with school-based concerns as well.
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In our first session, I like to talk about what are some goals and expectations that you have for therapy. I think its important to take that time to start to get to know one another and discuss what are the best ways that I can support you through the therapeutic process. Especially if this is your first time meeting with a therapist, I want to make sure we take the time to "debunk" any myths about therapy and clearly outline what we focus on in future sessions!
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Some of my favorite approaches include some kind of art-making as part of our sessions. I know that sometimes talk-therapy makes the most sense and I always emphasize meeting people "where they're at" when in sessions. I am person centered, strengths focused, and trauma informed. I want to support individuals in finding their voice, advocating for themselves, and learning/using skills and tools that can help people navigate stressors in life. I am trained in Basic EMDR and will weave some of the skills and techniques into sessions where it makes the most sense.
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Besides making art, I love being outside, and long distance running is a hobby of mine. I've run quite a few half-marathons and I was even a high school track coach at one point! There is so much about to learn and understand in the world of sports and how important of a role mental health can play into it.
I am a lifelong resident of the North Shore and a clinical mental health counselor. I completed my master’s degree with a specialty in art therapy from Lesley University in 2017, and I’m also a proud alum of Emmanuel College, where I began my studies in art therapy. Currently, I work full-time as a school mental health counselor in a local high school, and I have experience working with children and teens. My favorite media to use in art making are watercolor and ink. Besides creating art in my free time, I love spending time outdoors and going long-distance running.
