Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Arlington, MA
Hope Psychological Service has been dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological counseling since 1990. Our practice addresses the physical, emotional, intellectual, relational, and spiritual needs of individuals, couples, and families in the Greater Boston area. With a team of licensed clinicians, we specialize in evidence-based therapies tailored to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. Our clinicians, many of whom integrate faith into therapy when requested, utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.As a non-profit organization, we prioritize accessibility through insurance partnerships, sliding-scale fees, and need-based subsidies. Our commitment to ethical practice and client-centered care has established us as a trusted resource for mental health support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Group Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
Faith-Integrated Therapy
Pre-Marital Classes
Telehealth Services
Mental Health Workshops
Family Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined clinical experience across diverse therapeutic modalities.
- Our clinicians provide faith-integrated therapy while respecting all belief systems.
- We utilize evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, and Gottman Method couples therapy.
- Accepted insurance plans include BCBS, Harvard Pilgrim, and United Behavioral Health.
- Need-based subsidies ensure mental health care accessibility for all income levels.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our therapists work with clients of all ages to address ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Using tailored approaches like CBT and ACT, we focus on building coping skills and emotional resilience. Sessions provide a safe space for self-exploration and growth.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for couples facing conflict, emotional distance, or infidelity. We employ Gottman Method and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to improve communication and rebuild trust. Pre-marital counseling prepares couples for lifelong partnership through Prepare/Enrich Inventory.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions create healing communities for shared experiences. Our Adult Anxiety Group offers weekly skill-building and peer support. Led by licensed clinicians, these sessions use evidence-based interventions to reduce symptoms and foster connection.
Faith-Integrated Therapy
Clinicians trained in faith-based counseling incorporate spiritual values into treatment when requested. This approach addresses spiritual abuse, existential questions, and faith-related conflicts while maintaining professional ethical standards for all clients.
Telehealth Services
Secure virtual sessions provide accessible mental health care. Available for individual, couples, and group therapy, our telehealth platform maintains confidentiality while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling or mobility challenges.
People
Dr. Andrew Sonnekalb
Executive Director
Licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in anxiety, ADHD, and couples therapy. Doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary. Integrates faith and psychology while respecting diverse beliefs. Trained in CBT, ACT, and neuropsychological assessment.
Kristin Fehlauer
LMHC
Mental health counselor with experience in addiction recovery and community mental health. Master's degrees from Boston University and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Former secondary school teacher with focus on adolescent mental health.
Elizabeth Taylor
LMHC
Counselor specializing in anxiety disorders and spiritual integration. Graduate of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Uses strengths-based approach combining CBT, ACT, and solution-focused therapies to address relational and self-esteem issues.
Ryan Marshall
Therapist
Clinician under supervision with pastoral experience. Specializes in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Trained in EFT and ACT. Founder of Jog for Joy 5K mental health fundraiser. Accepts BCBS and Harvard Pilgrim insurance.
Dr. Francis Cavallo
LMFT, LMHC
Licensed marriage and family therapist working with couples and individuals. Specializes in life transitions and conflict resolution. Experienced in coaching and therapy for Christian and non-Christian clients. Uses integrative therapeutic approaches.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim, and United Behavioral Health. Check with your provider for specific coverage details.
Can non-Christians receive services?
Yes. While many clinicians integrate faith when requested, we serve clients of all beliefs without imposing religious values.
Are telehealth sessions available?
All clinicians offer virtual therapy sessions. Some also provide in-person sessions at our Lexington office.
What if I can't afford therapy?
We offer need-based subsidies and sliding-scale fees. Discuss financial concerns with your clinician during intake scheduling.
Is therapy confidential?
Sessions are HIPAA-compliant with confidentiality exceptions only for life-threatening situations or child abuse reports.
Do you treat children and teens?
Yes. Our clinicians work with adolescents and young adults on anxiety, school issues, and family dynamics.
