Before beginning my graduate studies, I worked as an in-home family specialist, where I gained a deep understanding of family systems and trauma-informed care.

I went on to earn my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a certificate in Advanced Trauma Care from Bay Path University and worked for a community mental health clinic. During that time, I honed my skills supporting and helping people while pursuing my license in mental health counseling.

In 2025, I transitioned into private practice to continue supporting those healing from trauma and navigating complex life experiences. My goal is to create a compassionate, grounding space where clients can feel safe exploring their stories and building toward lasting change.

I work with adults with experiences including but not limited to the following:

• Childhood trauma or complex trauma

• Grief and loss

• Vicarious trauma (such as mental health providers, first responders, or front line workers.)

• Life altering events such as natural disasters, assault, accidents, ect.

I use a multitheoretical approach that combines the following:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

• Somatic work

• Trauma narrative work

• Inner child work, internal family systems (IFS), parts work

• Mindfulness and meditations

• Grief work

• Art therapy techniques

• Interpersonal work

• Mindfulness based cognitive therapy

• Person centered and strength focused

I am currently taking Massachusetts plans from Aetna, Cigna, BlueCross BlueShield, Optum, UnitedHealthCare, Carelon, and out-of-pocket at this time. Please contact your insurance company directly to inquire if I am in network. They may request the following information to verify if I am in network:

NPI #1 is 1558098426

NPI #2 is 1619843083

If you have questions about your specific insurance plan or want to inquire about my sliding scale policy, don’t hesitate to contact me!

Any client who is uninsured or opting to pay out of pocket, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate prior to your first scheduled service.

50+ min session rate: $150

• Sliding scale*: $80–150

45-minute session rate: $135

• Sliding scale*: $70–135

*I offer a limited amount of sliding scale spots on my caseload to those who inquire.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate prior to your first scheduled service.

I meet clients where they are at and help them figure out where they want to go. The in between is where we walk together at your pace. I like to learn what helps you best; do you need someone to sit and witness your story, or maybe you need someone who is going to help you stay accountable to your goals. I am a hard worker in the sense that I do everything I can to help you do the hard work, but I have the awareness to slowdown when necessary and be present in the moments where you might need to simply feel safe or need a laugh. Working with me means that we will show up together to "get the work done" while also sharing laughs and celebrating the mundane.

What started as a fascination for psychology in a psych 101 course turned into a career of furthering my understanding of how experiences can impact a person's functioning. I loved learning about the different approaches that can help people lead different lives. It is like what they say about love; "when you know you know" and I know that I love helping others navigate mental health.

I am always looking for realistic and accessible ways that people can improve their mental health and overall lives. I look for content that translates into psychoeducation or a tool that clients can use in and out of therapy sessions.

If you are ready to see if we are a good fit, click here to schedule a 15-minute consultation. I can’t wait to hear from you!

Or email me at AlyMurrayLMHC@ThrivingMindMHC.com