Dr. Alicia R. Ventresca
Licensed Psychologist ✦ Founder of Ventresca Psychology & Wellness
Meet Dr. Ventresca
Founder of Ventresca Psychology & Wellness, Dr. Ventresca serves on the faculty of Harvard Medical School and practices at Massachusetts General Hospital, consistently ranked among the top hospitals worldwide and #1 in Psychiatry in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.
With advanced training and experience from Harvard University, Cornell University, Columbia University, and The University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Ventresca is dedicated to providing the highest standard of care. Her dual focus in Clinical and Health Psychology reflects a holistic approach, expanding the definition of health to include physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Invest in Yourself
Ventresca Psychology & Wellness is a boutique private practice that offers comprehensive outpatient mental health care for adults. It is distinguished by an overarching commitment to clinical excellence. Dr. Ventresca provides individualized, evidence-based treatment, integrating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic and Insight-Oriented Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She believes in scientifically-grounded, personalized care, where the art of therapy truly lies in the details.
Dr. Ventresca treats most behavioral health concerns commonly encountered in adult life (see FAQs: Issues Treated↗). She also works extensively with individuals in recovery, specializing in substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions (dual diagnosis).