About

Danica Aldrich LMHC, ATR

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Art Therapist in Attleboro, Massachusetts. I specialize in working with teens, young adults and families. I received my Master's Degree in Art Therapy with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University, and my Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts from Lesley University College of Art and Design (formerly the Art Institute of Boston)

I have been practicing as a therapist for 9+ years. Prior to working in private practice I worked in an adolescent girls group home, a private psychiatric hospital and a group practice in fall river. I have met with adults, teens and children struggling with a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, OCD and complex trauma.

I maintain a trauma focus in my work. I strive to create a space where Client's of all ages feel safe to discuss and create change. Therapy is an equal partnership, My primary focus is helping the client voice what they would like to focus on and helping them navigate the challenges presented to them.

Over my years of practice I have found that I work best with young adults, teens and middle school aged clients. I enjoy helping people of these ages with transitions that are happening in their lives, shifts in relationships and managing emotions that arise from them.

I use a variety of interventions in my work, Together with the Client we collaborate on a treatment plan designed to help meet the goals we've identified. Some interventions used are :

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
• Expressive Arts Therapy
• Play Therapy
• Humanistic Therapy
• Trauma informed therapy using the ARC model (Attachment, Regulation and Competency)

That sounds like a lot of specialties doesn't it? My work with clients is not one-size fits all. I develop a unique approach with every person I meet with and it transforms as we get to know each other. Humor is a big part of my work and value honesty above all things.

I grew up in Providence, Rhode Island. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I have a passion for the performing arts and I perform in community theatre productions in the area. I am on the nerdier side, I enjoy playing video games, fantasy films and cosplaying. I have two dogs who you'll often see in the background during our calls.