Kristen Seaman, LMHC
Kristen Seaman is a licensed mental health therapist in both MA and RI. Kristen received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth. Kristen has 6 years of experience working with clients struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders. Kristen has spent her career working in group homes, crisis centers, and outpatient services. Kristen believes in working with individuals collaboratively to create meaningful change in the client's life.
She utilizes a strengths-based, humanistic approach to counseling and believes in unconditional positive regard. Kristen has certifications in Advanced Motivational Interviewing, is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). Kristen uses other modalities when appropriate such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Kristen has experience working with adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders, among other issues. Kristen aims to provide individualized treatment based on the client’s needs and strives to create a non-judgmental safe space for them. Kristen believes that clients are the experts of their own lives and that a therapist can be helpful by assisting with providing clarity and helping to explore healthy coping skills. Kristen is a firm believer that people do the best they can with the tools they have at any given time, even when they are struggling. Kristen believes that with a strong therapeutic alliance, beautiful changes can happen in a person's life.
Kristen enjoys traveling, reading, rock climbing, and spending time outside. She has 3 orange tabby cats.
Olga Encarnacion, MC, LADC-I, CCTP
Olga Smith, MA, LADC-I, CCTP is a psychotherapist at Kimina Counseling, LLC. Olga earned her Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Olga currently holds a License as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor – I (LADC-I) and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Olga provides individual, group, and family therapy for individuals of all ages. Olga has a history helping first responders, military personnel/veterans, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system.
Olga believes in the person-centered approach and that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative effort and endorses working on the personal and/or professional goals of the individual. Her objective is to create a safe and supportive environment for everyone.
Kimberly Masterson is a licensed therapist (LMHC) who has 15+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Kimberly has extensive experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, behavioral difficulties, self-esteem
issues, work/school difficulties as well as working with children, adolescents and adults with Autism. Kimberly tailors her approach to each client individually utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral
Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and more. Kimberly provides a safe, respectable and comfortable environment for all of her clients. She
takes great pride in treating her clients with the utmost respect and building a strong therapeutic rapport based on honesty and integrity. Kimberly’s goal is to provide a supportive, non-
judgmental atmosphere in which together she and her clients can explore ways to help feel better
and recognize their true strengths and full potential!
Bonnie Manzolini, LCSW is a licensed therapist providing individual therapy at Kimina Counseling, LLC. Bonnie is a graduate of Boston University with a Masters in Social Work. Bonnie has provided services in a variety of settings including community based mental health treatment to youth and families as well as in individual outpatient settings. Bonnie uses an eclectic approach in treatment drawing from strength based, mindfulness, person-centered, solution focused and CBT approaches with clients. Bonnie believes in working collaboratively with clients and providing a safe and supportive environment. Bonnie provides psychotherapy for those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, difficult relationships, and low self-esteem.
Bonnie is licensed in MA, ME and VT.
Olivia Corfey (she/her) is a licensed therapist (LMHC) at Kimina Counseling, LLC. She earned her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Assumption University. Olivia’s compassionate and collaborative approach is grounded in the belief that clients are the experts when it comes to their own lives; thus working to meet clients where they are at and fostering resilience and skills to find new ways to connect, feel seen, heard and work through challenges.
Olivia provides support using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, motivational interviewing and mindful self-compassion. Olivia provides individual therapy and has experience working with clients struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief and relationship difficulties. Olivia is passionate about offering unconditional positive regard in order to provide a safe, empathetic space to foster therapeutic alliance and hope.
Jennifer Vear is a Master's Level Clinician at Kimina Counseling, LLC. She holds a Master's degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Assumption University. With a focus on adult clientele, Jennifer's areas of specialization encompass a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, including anxiety disorders, panic disorders, depression/mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief, and substance abuse. Jennifer employs evidence-based practices such as CBT, trauma-focused CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques. She firmly believes in the inherent worth of every individual's experience, striving to provide them with the attention, understanding, and guidance necessary to achieve their therapeutic objectives and enhance their overall quality of life.
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending". - C.S. Lewis.
Renee MacLean treats a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, OCD and depression. She also has over 15 years experience helping people achieve recovery from substance addiction. Renee offers individual and couple's therapy utilizing Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior and Person-Centered Therapy helping patients to gain deeper insight, change negative behaviors, improve relationships, achieve desired recovery, reach their personal goals and improve emotional health. Renee will meet you where you're at in your effort to seek help with empathy, compassion and respect. You got this!
Lindsay Nagle, MS
Lindsay Nagle is a Master's Level Clinician at Kimina Counseling, LLC. They hold a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Suffolk University. Lindsay has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in residential, school, and outpatient settings. Lindsay has worked with children as young as 4-years old, both in-person and remotely. They also have experience with family-based interventions and sessions. Lindsay has experience supporting individuals with Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, eating disorders, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, family conflict, and/or LGBTQ+ related issues. Lindsay uses a person-centered and strength-based approach in therapy. They draw from a variety of orientations such as CBT, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Mindfulness, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. Lindsay varies their approach as needed to support each client’s unique circumstances and needs. Lindsay believes that everyone deserves access to a safe and supportive space where they can open up about their struggles and needs. Lindsay’s goal is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create positive changes in their lives. Outside of work, Lindsay loves spending time with their dog, crafting, and doing any kind of Halloween related activity.
Leidy Almonte, LICSW
Leidy Almonte, LICSW is a psychotherapist at Kimina Counseling, LLC. Leidy studied psychology and later earned a master’s degree in clinical social work at Rhode Island College. Leidy is bilingual, she is fluent in Spanish and English. She has 12 years of counseling experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults of diverse cultural backgrounds, using a variety of therapy modalities to meet the individual needs of her patients, including but not limited to trauma, depression, and anxiety. Leidy’s focus as a psychotherapist is to empower individuals to regain control of their lives to help them create a more fulfilling future for themselves. She uses a strength-based approach to help individuals identify their inner strengths and build upon these to create tools that can help them navigate and manage life stressors.
Erin Gerrity, LICSW
Erin Gerrity, LICSW, earned her Masters in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and her BA in Psychology from Hamilton College. Erin has provided individual, family, and group therapy for six years in community mental health centers, inpatient hospitals, and in schools. In these settings, Erin has helped children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families navigate various life stages and challenges. Erin has experience working with individuals struggling with posttraumatic stress disorder, complex trauma, family conflict, mood disorders, anxiety, grief/loss, and substance use. She utilizes a variety of treatment approaches to help clients manage stressors and work towards their goals, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC). Erin utilizes a strengths-based, person-centered approach when working with individuals and believes deeply that every individual has the capacity for growth and healing. Erin values building a trusting, collaborative therapeutic relationship to help clients feel safe and comfortable as they work to overcome difficulties and achieve their goals.
"Trauma comes back as a reaction, not a memory." -Bessell Van Der Kolk
Jenielle earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. She has experience working with several populations including individuals/families involved in foster care/adoption, special education/developmental disabilities, couples/families/parents managing increased stress, and individuals struggling with unmanageable anxiety/unresolved trauma. As a therapist, Jenielle is passionate about helping others process their history, unlearn negative behaviors, and retrain the subconscious mind to develop healthier habits. She uses her experience in foundational skills (CBT, DBT) to prepare clients for deeper work in examining relationships and changing patterns. Jenielle believes in a collaborative approach to determine therapeutic direction and redirection within the course of treatment. 
Savannah is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2023. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in 2020. With a strong foundation in psychological theory and practical counseling skills, she is dedicated to helping clients navigate challenges, improve mental well-being, and foster personal growth. She brings empathy, insight, and evidence-based approaches to her therapeutic work, aiming to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking guidance and healing.
With a focus on helping clients identify and change negative thought patterns, she empowers individuals to develop healthier coping strategies and improve emotional well-being. Her therapeutic approach combines empathy with practical, evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Committed to fostering personal growth, she provides a supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to explore and overcome their challenges.
Alana Davis believes that trust and human connection is the center of our mental wellbeing. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Psychology from Lesley University. Alana promotes a humanistic, person centered approach to counseling which includes forms of coping that are unique to every individual.
Managing stress, depression, anxiety, codependency, communication, grief, shame and promoting strength in future responses are areas of counseling which Alana enjoys focusing on with clients. Navigating life changes is a natural and inevitable part of life which counseling support can help empower. With a foundation of respect, building trust and comfort within the therapeutic relationship is essential to reach a client’s full potential.
Alana strives to work with clients individually seeking tools they need to continuously grow through setting small concrete goals followed by an action plan. Using a behavioral approach in conjunction with holistic and creative practices, Alana positively encourages clients to forage their own path towards healing. Alana has some experience working with adults with substance abuse disorder and obtained a Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification. She also has experience using Motivational Interviewing, Non-violent Communication strategies, anger management therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Cognitive behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Through an array of approaches, Alana seeks to build a safe space for clients to trust in their own therapeutic process.
Dorothy is a Certified First Responder Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist-Sex Trafficking. She is trained in Brainspotting, "a powerful, focused treatment method that
works by identifying, processing and releasing core sources of emotional/body pain, trauma,
and a variety of other challenging symptoms."
Dorothy is client centered, strength-based, and uses a style of therapy that is eclectic resulting in sessions being individual for you and your issues. Areas of interest include anxiety, stress and trauma, depression and mood
disorders, grief and loss. Dorothy has experience working in the medical field as an LPN employed through the DOC
working at MCI's and for a hospital group in MA. She’s held positions as an on-call crisis social worker for area ED's and on the crisis team for city of New Bedford. Specialties include Brainspotting (BSP), trauma, domestic violence and grief.

"I have been doing this work for 20+ years and have enjoyed every minute of it. Life is not
fair, easy, or predictable and if I can assist a person with navigating through their difficulties
all is good."
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Best,
Kimberly & Amina
Kimina Counseling, LLC is growing rapidly to meet the high demand for counseling services at this time. We are seeking independently licensed clinicians in the state of Massachusetts who are self-driven and independent workers. We provide all of the credentialing, referrals, billing and electronic medical records to allow our therapists to focus on their sessions and enjoy the rest of their time off! If you are interested in hearing more, please feel free to email us a resume at therapy@kiminacounseling.com We look forward to partnering with you!
- Kim & Amina