Individual Psychotherapy for Adults 

I provide individual psychotherapy using an integrative approach and evidence-based models of treatment. Tailored to individual needs and preferences, I use a relational approach in providing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions and relaxation training. As a collaborative process, it is important in therapy to share what feels to be working well, and what is less effective.  I welcome direct and open dialogue about these topics. 

Problems I can help with:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety, uncontrollable worry
  • Compulsive behavior
  • Chronic Stress/Tension
  • Grief/Loss
  • Anger Management
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Relationship issues
  • Difficulties making decisions

In addition, I help individuals to:

  • Develop skills in stress reduction and anxiety self-management
  • Navigate difficult life transitions
  • Cope after change or loss 
  • Improve overall quality of life
  • Manage conflict
  • Set and attain goals towards health/wellness
  • Process difficult thoughts and feelings

Areas of Specialty include:

  • Eating Disorders, including Binge Eating
  • Weight management
  • Non-Suicidal Self-Injury
  • Behavioral Medicine
  • Topics of health psychology (i.e., lifestyle changes related to chronic conditions  like diabetes and pain)

1- Group Psychotherapy for Adolescents (DBT)

Two DBT Group options for teens:  
Wednesdays (weekly, 50 mins) 4pm & 5pm (September -June)
Groups are co-faciliated by Dr. Jillian Burley & Alayna McGarty, LMHC

*Groups have a max of 6 members and are led with a rolling admission on a 24-week curriculum/6 month cycle
*All groups are self-pay. Detailed invoices are supplied monthly to submit for reimbursement to insurances with out-of-network benefits.
​*All potential new members are seen for a 30 min initial visit with group leader(s) to establish whether group is appropriate fit for needs/level of care, and ability to commit to group cycle. This is also further opportunity for potential new members and their guardians to learn more about the group and what to come to expect from this experience 


Please email burleyjd@gmail.com or call 906-362-4221 for more information


2- DBT Skills Summer Bootcamp for Adolescents

Leaders: Alayna McGarty, LMHC, Jillian Burley, PsyD & Joanne Virginio, LMHC
When: August 19-23, 9am-4pm 
Who: Teens and young adults ages 14 – 19; maximum 12 members
Where: A small, privately-owned farm in South Natick 
What: An intensive week long introduction to the DBT skills within the 4 modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness. We will also integrate Cognitive Behavioral skills and information on Exposure that have been shown to be effective in mood and emotion self-management Additionally, we will have a guest yoga instructor, mindfulness walks through Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, and a panel of young adults who will share their stories. Lunch and Snacks will be provided and members will have access to time with the therapeutic farm animals (www.positivelygoats.com). 

Process of signing up: Please have families contact me directly - email is often best to set up a time for a call. We will need to meet with the client and parents for an intake to review policies, procedures, group member expectations, clients willingness and goodness of fit before the start of the Bootcamp.   

Contact information for Alayna
Email: alaynamcgarty.lmhc@gmail.com
Phone: 617-800-4354