Dr. Burton is a warm and empathetic psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with clients to identify their goals and values and to work toward meaningful change. At times, we can feel stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, or feel held back by our doubts and fears. Dr. Burton provides a welcoming space to examine these experiences and build upon clients’ strengths and skills to help them live the lives they want. She is dedicated to understanding clients’ unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences and she individualizes care to most effectively meet their needs.

Dr. Burton provides individual and group therapy for adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity development, academic and career challenges, and adjustment to life transitions. She specializes in working with young adults to navigate common transitions and settings during this stage of life, such as college and graduate school, early career experiences, relationship development, relocation, and decision making/future planning.

Dr. Burton’s approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and relational interventions. Dr. Burton is dedicated to providing culturally responsive care and welcomes clients of diverse backgrounds and identities. She provides a supportive and collaborative space to explore current concerns, as well as the impact of past experiences. Dr. Burton supports her clients’ growth by expanding their understanding of themselves and others and by building self-compassion. She builds therapeutic relationships on a foundation of trust and open communication and she values flexibility, curiosity, compassion, and humor.

Massachusetts Licensed Psychologist, #11527

PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Massachusetts Boston

Predoctoral Internship, Montefiore Medical Center

Postdoctoral Fellowship, Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Student Mental Health and Counseling Services