About
They offer a range of counseling services, including EMDR therapy, animal-assisted psychotherapy, walk-and-talk sessions, office visits, and intensive options. AVIV's clinicians provide a personalized approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are. They believe in making therapy accessible to everyone, accepting all major insurance plans and working to ensure care is available to those who need it. AVIV's team includes experienced clinicians, including licensed mental health counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists, who are deeply committed to compassionate, ethical, and client-centered care. With multiple locations across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, AVIV continues to grow with the guiding purpose of helping people access the support they deserve in ways that feel supportive, respectful, and empowering.
Insurance & payment
AVIV accepts all major insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare
- Out of network
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
EMDR therapy
AVIV clinicians are trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a widely recognized therapy used to help process trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences.
Animal-assisted psychotherapy
AVIV clinicians use animals in a safe and supportive way to help clients grow and heal, making it easier to talk about feelings, build trust, and practice new skills.
Walk-and-talk sessions
AVIV offers walk-and-talk therapy sessions at several of their locations, allowing clients to move at their own pace while engaging in meaningful conversation.
Office visits
AVIV clinicians stay up to date with the latest and most effective treatment methods through ongoing training and specialization.
Intensive options
AVIV offers EMDR Intensives, which provide extended therapy sessions designed to help clients move through deeper therapeutic work with greater focus and momentum.
Virtual therapy sessions
AVIV clinicians have been providing online therapy for years, offering flexible scheduling while remaining part of a collaborative clinical team.