About
Dr. Solar is a genuine and warm psychologist who partners with clients to explore patterns, clarify values, and make progress towards living an authentic and fulfilling life. She welcomes adult clients of diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities, and she approaches her work through a social contextual lens.
As a clinical health psychologist, Dr. Solar has a deep appreciation for the connection between emotional and physical health. Her areas of focus include depression, anxiety, adjustment, identity development, work-life balance, and chronic stress. Dr. Solar has specialized training and expertise in helping clients to adapt to, cope with, and manage health issues and chronic illness.
She provides interventions for a range of health-related concerns including health anxiety, diabetes, sleep issues, health behavior changes, cardiovascular disease, smoking cessation, rare medical illnesses, and degenerative conditions.
License, education + certifications
- Massachusetts License #11609
- Ph.D. in Clinical Health Psychology, East Carolina University
- M.S. & Ed.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University
- Predoctoral Internship, VA Boston Healthcare System
- Postdoctoral Training in Behavioral Medicine, VA Boston Healthcare System
Approach to therapy
- Dr. Solar’s approach integrates evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Narrative Therapy to best fit each client’s individual strengths, needs, and goals. She aims to provide an open and affirming space to explore experiences with compassion and curiosity where clients feel empowered to create enduring change. She values open and honest communication, flexibility, creativity, and humor.
What's next?
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but we keep the process simple and supportive. Here’s what to expect:
Request an Appointment
Once you complete this form, we will reach out. If we have a fitting opening, we will schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to assess fit further together.
Assessment and Planning
The first 2-4 sessions involve assessing your history, symptoms, and goals. Together, you and your psychologist will establish a treatment plan and discuss next steps.
Ongoing Weekly Sessions
Sessions are typically weekly for 55 minutes at a consistent time. You and your psychologist will focus on your treatment needs and goals.
Our locations
We proudly serve all of Massachusetts with convenient locations in Boston and Northampton. We also provide teletherapy services from the comfort of your home for any current resident of Massachusetts.
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We are here for you
We recognize the courage it takes to seek professional support, and we are glad you are here.
If you have questions and would like to know more about working with us, please check out our frequently asked questions or reach out to us at info@avivapsych.com.
