MEET OUR
THERAPISTS

Albert became a staff member at Pastoral Counseling Services of the South Shore in May 2020. He is a graduate of Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia with a master’s degree in Pastoral Counseling.

Barbara has several years of clinical experience as a therapist. She takes a person-centered integrative approach in her work with clients, that often draws on depth and insight-oriented psychotherapy, spirituality, mindfulness, feminist theory, strengths-based therapy, creativity, and parts work.

Chelsea joins PCSSS as a Doctoral Candidate intern from Saybrook University. She is very passionate in her work because she understands the trauma of being raised in a chaotic and violent household; even more so, she understands what it takes to recover and build resilience.

Dolores is a licensed mental health counselor. She uses a combination approach of CBT, DBT, mindfulness, positive psychology, and psycho education to reinforce newly learned skills to assist clients with achieving their therapy goals.

Jace practices Spiritually-Integrated Psychotherapy, offering space to explore how conflicts between one’s values and lived experience can hinder psychological well-being. He finds inspiration in Humanistic and Transpersonal theory, and integrates various evidenced-based modalities, providing eclectic, individualized care.

Julie is a licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor from the University of Massachusetts and holds an undergraduate degree in education from Eastern Nazarene College - Julie also has a graduate degree in Education with a specialization in License Mental Health Counselor Program and a concentration in trauma studies from Cambridge College.

Kyriaki FitzGerald, M.Div., Ph.D. serves as a pastoral psychotherapist, clinical psychologist, theologian, and educator. For over three decades, Dr. FitzGerald has been working with men and women recovering from addictions, trauma, bereavement, and personal spiritual growth-related challenges.

Marlyne Chery, MA, graduated from Grand Canyon University in 2013 with a Master’s degree in Counseling. She also has a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University, where she graduated in 2002.

Rick has been a part-time counselor with the Pastoral Counseling Services of the South Shore since May 2011. He also completed an internship with PCSSS in 2010-2011.

Amanda graduated from Boston College with her master’s degree in social work as well as an M.A. in Theology and Ministry. She is passionate about the intersection of faith/spirituality and mental health and welcomes clients to incorporate their faith or spirituality into their healing journey if they’d like. 

Bob is a licensed mental health counselor whose areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, and substance use. He holds an undergraduate degree in psychology from Eastern College and a graduate degree in clinical psychology from the University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth.

Christine has a LCSW who works with children and women who are survivors of trauma. Christine has spent most of her life working with children. As an undergraduate, she received her BA in Family and Child Studies with a concentration in Child Life Specialty from Montclair State University.

Gayle specializes in working with children, adolescents, and families in significant distress. Gayle's background is in community mental health care.

Jennie is a clinical fellow working towards her master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Touro University Worldwide. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago.

Katie is a clinical counseling intern pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Divine Mercy University. She is passionate about supporting clients in growth and healing through compassionate, collaborative care that honors the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

Originally from upstate New York, Laura received her Master's Degree in Pastoral Studies from St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry in 2004. Boston College brought her to Massachusetts and she received a Masters of Social Work in 2014.

Michael is a mental health counselor who works primarily with adults and adolescents. His therapeutic approach is person-centered and individual while also incorporating elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

Robert is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 7 years of professional counseling experience. He holds an MA from Liberty University and an M.Ed from Suffolk University.

Anke has worked as a therapist for over 25 years and provides confidential counseling to individuals, couples, and families. She is a general practitioner with experience in treating a broad variety of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, relationship problems, premarital counseling, eating disorders, grief, parenting issues and others.

Brad is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a National Board Certified Counselor who works primarily with late adolescents and adults.

Chris completed his Master of Divinity program at Iliff School of Theology in Denver, CO, with a specialization in pastoral care and counseling, focusing on PTSD and the integration of moral stress and injury

Heidi graduated with a Bachelor, (MS) and Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Springfield College, Boston Campus. Heidi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 10 years of experience assisting children and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem, self-harm, and emotional issues related to separation and divorce within the family.

​Judy has been a pastoral counselor since 1999. In addition, she has extensive experience in community mental health.

Kerry MacDonald is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with over 25 years of experience
providing compassionate, client-centered therapy to adults navigating a wide range of life
challenges.

Dr. Delaplain holds over 40 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Her specialties include aging and the search for meaning, healing from trauma, spiritually-integrated psychotherapy, and mindfulness. As a licensed psychologist and ordained minister, Laura brings to the Institute a passion for the spiritual health and development of individuals and systems.

Nicole has a passion for helping all individuals, from all different backgrounds who may be struggling with mental health. She works with all ages and backgrounds, and her modalities include but are not limited to motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy.

Theresa graduated from Eastern Nazarene College with a Masters in Family Counseling in 1990. Since then, she has worked for individuals and families who have experienced grief and loss; anxiety; depression; and other life challenges that led them to seek support from a licensed mental health professional.