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Victoria Ward

Victoria Ward

BIPOC Identifying

LMHC

Gender Identity: female

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Short Biography

I’m Victoria Ward, LMHC and owner of Enlighten Wellness Counseling LLC, providing telehealth therapy for individuals and families across Massachusetts. My work is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and grounded in a background in forensic psychology. I support clients navigating anxiety, emotional stress, life transitions, and complex experiences, including justice involvement. Using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and SMART, I help clients build emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and develop practical coping strategies.

Therapy Philosophy

I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space for healing, growth. I help clients build safety, strengthen self‑regulation, and understand how past experiences shape behavior and relationships. I support children, teens, and adults with a grounded, compassionate approach. With forensic psychology training, I also work effectively with justice‑involved clients.

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Generalized anxiety Trauma Anxiety Social anxiety Panic attacks Health anxiety Depression Persistent sadness or low motivation Mood swings Bipolar disorder Seasonal depression Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Complex trauma (C-PTSD) Childhood abuse or neglect Medical trauma Relationship conflict Communication difficulties Family conflict Parenting stress Co-parenting challenges Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism People-pleasing Assertiveness difficulties Stress & Life Adjustment Chronic stress Burnout Work-related stress Academic stress Major life transitions Relocation or adjustment difficulties Grief & Loss Death of a loved one Relationship loss Behavioral & Emotional Regulation Anger management Impulsivity Self-harming behaviors Suicidal thoughts (non-emergency support) Difficulty regulating emotions Health-related stress ADHD Feeling stuck Emotional numbness Loss of meaning or direction Personal growth “Not feeling like myself” Offender, victims of a crime, legally involved

Therapist Methodology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Exposure-Based Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Person-Centered Therapy Trauma-Informed Therapy Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Mindfulness-Based Therapy Narrative Therapy Strengths-Based Therapy Play Therapy Holistic Therapy Humanistic Motivational Interviewing

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values
Anti-racist Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Class-conscious / economic justice Anti-oppressive practice Community care-oriented Healing justice framework Accessibility-centered
Relational & Healing Philosophy Values
Trauma-informed Strengths-based Client-centered Collaborative Compassion-focused Nonjudgmental Authentic and transparent Humor and humanity Centering safety and trust Acceptance and commitment
Identity, Community & Belonging Values
BIPOC-affirming Centering marginalized voices Multicultural sensitivity Cultural identity exploration Affirming mixed-race / multiracial experiences
Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values
Somatic / body-based awareness Mindfulness-oriented Holistic / integrative healing Nature-connected / eco-therapy aligned Movement or art-informed Grounded presence
Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values
Client autonomy Ethical activism Transparency in process Ongoing education commitment Accessibility as ethical practice Therapist as co-learner

Clinic / Practice Environment

Clinic Environment

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Practice Information

  • Experience: 10 years
  • Availability: Online Sessions Only
  • Languages: English
  • Session Cost: $175 – $250
  • Accepts Insurance: Yes
    Currently Aetna and BCBS. Awaiting Masshealth, Optum, Harvard Pilgrim, and Tufts
  • Populations Served: 18+,Children,Teens,Parents,Young Adults,BIPOC clients,Couples,Families , Involved with justice system

Credentials

  • License:
    License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info