Our Story
Abelard Psychotherapy, Inc. was founded with a vision to provide comprehensive mental health care that addresses the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. We believe in creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, respected, and empowered to work through life's complexities.
Our dedicated team of mental health professionals brings together diverse expertise and a shared commitment to compassionate care. We specialize in treating disorders of behavior, thinking, and feeling, offering medication management and therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
At Abelard, we understand that seeking help is a courageous step, and we honor that courage by providing the highest quality care in a supportive environment.
Our Leadership
Dr. Gabrielle P. Abelard
CEO, Abelard Psychotherapy Community Mental Health Clinic
Dr. Gabrielle Abelard is an accomplished motivational speaker, educator, and clinician. She founded and directs Abelard Psychotherapy, Inc., a multi-site community mental health clinic which serves diverse clients throughout Massachusetts and provides comprehensive, accessible behavioral health services.
Dr. Abelard proudly works as a Clinical Associate Professor at her alma mater, University of Massachusetts, Amherst. At the university, Dr. Abelard directs the Graduate Program for Master's, Certificates, and Psychiatric Mental Health at the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing.
Her leadership follows her into her associations: she is the Immediate Past President of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) New England Chapter and is the first Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee of the Massachusetts Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses Association (MAAPPN). Additionally, she serves on the Boards of Directors for the New England Regional Black Nurses Association (NERBNA), the American Nurses Association (ANA), and Shooting Touch Boston.
Dr. Abelard's efforts have been acknowledged with several prestigious accolades:
- National Black Nurses Association Nurse Entrepreneur of the Year (2022)
- Massachusetts Nurses Association Manning Mentoring Award (2022)
- STRIDE and ADVANCE Faculty Fellow Awards at UMASS Amherst (2021)
- APNA New England Nancy Valentine Excellence in Leadership Award (2020)
- Young Haitian Professional of the Year (2019) by the US Haitian Chamber of Commerce
- Fellow in the National Academies of Practice and the American Academy of Nursing
Dr. Gabrielle Abelard is a dedicated mentor, published author, mental health clinician, and educator with over 20 years of experience in mental health nursing. Dr. Abelard holds a deep commitment to building resilience and improving health care outcomes both within and beyond nursing.
Our Approach
Holistic and integrative mental health care
Mind
We employ evidence-based therapeutic approaches to address cognitive patterns, emotional regulation, and behavioral challenges.
Body
We recognize the important connection between physical and mental health, incorporating awareness of physical well-being into our treatment approaches.
Spirit
We honor each person's unique values, beliefs, and sense of meaning, integrating these aspects into the therapeutic process when appropriate.
Our integrative approach means we don't just focus on symptoms—we work to understand the underlying factors contributing to mental health challenges. We collaborate with our clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs, goals, and circumstances.
We believe that healing happens in relationships, and we prioritize building strong therapeutic alliances based on trust, respect, and genuine care.
Our Team
Our team of experienced clinicians is ready to support you on your healing journey.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
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