Aviva Psychology Services
Therapist in Springfield, MA
Doctoral-level therapy for adults in Springfield and western Massachusetts. Every psychologist at Aviva Psychology Services holds a PhD or PsyD. We see adults 18 and older, virtually across Massachusetts and in person at our Northampton and Boston offices, and we are currently accepting new clients.
Therapy for Adults in Springfield and Western Massachusetts
This is the largest city in western Massachusetts, with a downtown along the river, a major medical center, and neighborhoods that each have their own character. Many people here work in healthcare, education, and public service, and many look after extended family too. You might work long shifts at the hospital and come home too tired to think about yourself. You might be a student at one of the city's colleges, working to pay for school. You might be raising children and helping a parent through appointments in the same week. When so much of the day goes to other people, getting help for yourself can slide to the bottom of the list. Starting can be simpler than it looks.
What Brings People to Therapy
Very few people arrive with one clean problem. Concerns overlap and feed each other. Worry keeps you up, poor sleep makes the next day harder, and by the third week it is hard to say which came first. These are the concerns we hear most often.
- Persistent worry takes up more of the day than you want it to.
- You feel flat or numb, and the things that used to matter do not land.
- Memories or reactions from something that happened keep interrupting the present.
- Obsessive thoughts or rituals are taking up time and attention.
- Grief has changed shape without loosening its hold.
- The same conflict with a partner or a family member keeps repeating.
- Questions about identity, values, or belonging remain unsettled.
- A chronic illness, a disability, or ongoing pain has reorganized daily life.
- Sleep has become unreliable, and the days are harder because of it.
- Pregnancy, postpartum, or fertility treatment has brought more than you expected.
If your situation is not listed here, we may still be a good fit. You can describe your concerns when you reach out.
Evidence-Based Care From Doctoral-Level Psychologists
Every provider at Aviva has completed doctoral-level clinical training and holds a PhD or PsyD. Doctoral-level psychologists complete extensive graduate and supervised clinical training, including a full-year predoctoral internship and, in some cases, postdoctoral training.
That training shows up in how a course of treatment gets built. Our psychologists practice cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, psychodynamic therapy, and relational-cultural theory. Individual, group, and relationship formats are all available. The approach is chosen for the person in front of us. No two clients receive exactly the same approach.
Aviva is unwaveringly LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC welcoming. We treat identity and context as part of the clinical picture rather than as something handled separately.
Why Waitlists Have Shaped the Decision
Getting in with an experienced psychologist in this area can mean a long waitlist, and a long wait is often when people give up on the idea. Video sessions mean you can start without adding a commute to an already full week, and the Northampton office is there when meeting in person matters. That kind of strain deserves serious clinical attention, close to home.
How to Get Started
Getting started is the hardest part for most people. Here's what to expect:
Step 1: Submit an inquiry
Complete our brief form at avivapsych.com/contact. You don't need to know exactly what you're looking for before reaching out.
Step 2: Connect with our intake team
Our intake coordinator will reach out to discuss your needs, answer questions about availability, and assess if we have a fitting opening in the practice.
Step 3: Begin your first appointment
Your first 2-4 sessions are an exploration of fit and a whole lot of information gathering. Together, you and your psychologist will create a treatment plan to reach your goals.
In-Person and Online Sessions for Springfield
Most clients here work with us by video. Sessions run through a secure platform at a consistent weekly time, with no drive in either direction. Teletherapy is available to anyone located in Massachusetts at the time of the session. When meeting in person matters, our Northampton office at 78 Main Street is about half an hour north on I-91. We also work with adults in West Springfield, Chicopee, Ludlow, Agawam, and Longmeadow. All services are provided by licensed psychologists authorized to practice in Massachusetts. Aviva is not a crisis service. If you need immediate help, call or text 988 or go to your nearest emergency room.
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Springfield, MA
Do you have an office in Springfield?
We do not have a physical office in Springfield. We provide teletherapy for anyone located in Massachusetts, with in-person sessions available at our offices in Northampton and Boston. Many clients in Springfield choose virtual sessions for convenience and consistency.
Do you work with students and staff at local colleges?
Yes. We work with adults 18 and older, including students, faculty, and staff at Springfield College, Western New England University, and American International College. Care with us is separate from any campus counseling center.
Do you see children or teens?
No. Aviva works with adults 18 and older. Short-term parent coaching is available for adults raising children at any age.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in network with some plans and can bill as an out-of-network provider for others, and we can provide superbills for reimbursement. Because coverage varies by plan, our billing team can verify your benefits and give you an estimated per-session cost before you start. Ask for a benefits check when you submit the contact form.
Support Is Available for You Here in Springfield, MA
Psychological care at this level is available here, online and in person at our Northampton and Boston offices, for adults in Springfield and across Massachusetts. The next step is a conversation.
