Abbigail T Chickering, MA, LMHC
(She/Her)
Preferred Name: Abby
About Me
I'm a licensed mental health counselor with 19 years of experience, certified in EMDR through EMDRIA. I work with adults healing from trauma and PTSD, untangling codependent patterns, and building healthier relationships. I blend EMDR with CBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, and parts work, at a pace that fits you. Please feel free to reach out anytime for a free consultation.
Education & Experience
Master's degree in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University, 2007. Group facilitator at Riverside Day Treatment Center in Newton Upper Falls, MA, for five years, then individual and family counseling at the West Brookfield Counselor Center, MA, for two years. I have been in private practice since 2015 in Amherst, MA.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Owner of Smart Counseling, L.L.C..
Specialty Area
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
MBHP, Be Healthy, Tufts Public, Optum
