Jennifer McAllister, LMHC

Therapist and Director of Therapy

Biography

With over nine years of experience in the field, Ms. McAllister is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Aster Mental Health and completed her degrees at Stonehill College and Northeastern University. 

Jennifer specializes in treating adolescents and adults facing various challenges, including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma histories, family/relationship issues, life transitions, and problematic sexual behaviors. Additionally, Jennifer is adept at supporting individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, college students, working professionals, as well as those who have been formerly incarcerated or involved in corrections.  

Her overarching approach is trauma-informed, drawing upon elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to guide her practice. Jennifer is person-centered and tailors therapeutic interventions to suit her clients’ unique needs while infusing a touch of humor when appropriate. 

As the Director of Therapy, she is committed to providing both clinical and administrative support to our therapists, ensuring they can deliver the highest quality care to our clients.  

Board Certifications
  • Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions
Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars

Practice Locations

Braintree: 325 Wood Rd, Ste 209, Braintree, MA 02184
Peabody: 8 Essex Center Drive, Ste 110, Peabody, MA 01960

Our contact information

Phone: (617) 299-2238
Fax: (866) 990-0547
inquiries@astermh.com

Areas of Expertise
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Grief
  • Sexual and personality disorders
Treatment Modalities
  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Family systems
  • Psychodynamic modalities with a basis of trauma-informed care
Education
Undergraduate

Stonehill College

Postgraduate

Northeastern University 

Affiliations and Associations
  • Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association