Jennifer Tolley, LMHC
Compassionate LMHC supporting families and individuals
- Family and trauma care
- Strength based support
- 14 years experience
About Jennifer Tolley
Jennifer Tolley is an LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Massachusetts with 14 years of professional experience. She has worked extensively with at-risk youth and their families as well as with adults seeking meaningful change, serving in roles that include alternative education teacher, school counselor, outpatient therapist, and in-home therapist focused on family stabilization.
Her clinical experience covers a wide range of behavioral health concerns, including ADHD, oppositional defiant and conduct disorders, mood disorders, stress and anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and challenges arising from family conflict and parenting. She blends practical strategies with an understanding of relational dynamics to help people manage symptoms, improve communication, and navigate difficult life transitions.
Jennifer cultivates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely. She emphasizes strength-based problem solving, helping clients identify their resources and take actionable steps toward goals with renewed hope and confidence. Beginning therapy is often an act of courage; she frames the work as a collaborative journey of support and empowerment and affirms the progress clients make as they move toward a more fulfilling life.
Her clinical experience covers a wide range of behavioral health concerns, including ADHD, oppositional defiant and conduct disorders, mood disorders, stress and anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and challenges arising from family conflict and parenting. She blends practical strategies with an understanding of relational dynamics to help people manage symptoms, improve communication, and navigate difficult life transitions.
Jennifer cultivates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely. She emphasizes strength-based problem solving, helping clients identify their resources and take actionable steps toward goals with renewed hope and confidence. Beginning therapy is often an act of courage; she frames the work as a collaborative journey of support and empowerment and affirms the progress clients make as they move toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jennifer Tolley have?
Jennifer Tolley has 14 years of professional experience working with at-risk youth, families, and individuals pursuing positive life changes.
Is Jennifer Tolley a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LMHC, which stands for licensed mental health counselor. License details: MA LMHC LMHC8715.
In which languages does Jennifer Tolley provide therapy?
Jennifer Tolley provides therapy in English.
Where is Jennifer Tolley located?
She is located in Massachusetts.
How can I work with Jennifer Tolley as my therapist?
You can work with Jennifer Tolley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jennifer Tolley work with international clients?
Jennifer Tolley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jennifer Tolley cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and plan details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Jennifer Tolley
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape emotional patterns and current connections. Jennifer uses this approach to help clients explore attachment concerns, improve relationship dynamics, and address issues like abandonment, family conflict, and parenting struggles.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and the client s own capacity for growth. In practice this means meeting people where they are, listening deeply, and supporting clients as they clarify goals and build self-esteem and resilience.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and for developing coping strategies in the face of life challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennifer collaborates with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy provides flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while preserving a collaborative therapeutic relationship.