Therapy
for Major Life Changes
in Boston, MA & Online
at the start of a new life chapter, it’s natural to need support with the adjustment.
whether it’s a change in:
relationship,
work,
identity,
or location,
we’re here to help you grow into your next chapter with confidence.
Change is inevitable. Growth is a choice.
When you get swept up in a wave of change, it’s normal to feel disoriented. Therapy for major life change can help you feel grounded and navigate the adjustment with more confidence, clarity, & intention.
TRELLIS offers therapy to growth-minded adults in Boston, MA and virtually across Massachusetts who are ready to do that work.
Common Signs
that you’re struggling with a
Major Life Change
tension
difficulty sleeping
exhaustion
In your body…
grief
anxiety
overwhelm
In your emotions…
indecision
lack of routine
difficulty focusing
In daily life…
questioning your path
not feeling like yourself
doubting your choices
In your identity…
Why “just getting through it” isn’t enough
You’re used to figuring things out. You’ve handled hard things before. You know the advice: Give it time. Stay busy. Focus on what’s next. But it doesn’t feel like enough for good reason.
That’s because a major life change is rarely just a shift in logistics. Change touches your identity, your relationships, your routines, and your emotional well-being. Even changes you chose can bring loss, uncertainty, and a feeling of not knowing who you are in this new chapter.
You could push through this change and come out the other side. But if you want to feel more grounded, clear-minded, and purposeful, you can intentionally use this change as a time to grow. Therapy for major life changes offers space to understand what’s shifting, make room for what you feel, and build a path forward that fits who you’re becoming.
How therapy for
major life change works
Change can impact every part of your life - so your care should too.
TRELLIS uses evidence-based strategies with a holistic approach. That means we address the full picture of your health & well-being.
Change is an inevitable part of life. Our goal is to help you welcome those changes with more steadiness, clarity, & confidence.
Routines & Habits
Based on how you’re feeling, you already know something about your daily rhythm isn’t working for you. Everyone has autopilot mode, and sometimes we develop ways of living that just aren’t sustainable.
At TRELLIS, we get specific as we examine your routines & habits - including the invisible ones, like the way you talk to yourself.
Dr. Cataldo is an expert at getting you out of autopilot mode so you can start crafting your habits with intention and create a daily rhythm that eases stress and supports you.
Values & Strengths
When you’re this stressed out, it’s hard to know where to start. You have competing priorities and a never-ending to-do list. You want to feel purposeful and intentional, but instead you feel directionless and reactive.
With a blend of evidence-based strategies from ACT and positive psychology, we’ll use your values & strengths to guide your decision-making.
Because you deserve to have more clarity, more connection to what matters most, and a more positive relationship with yourself and your obligations.
Practical & Meaningful
You don’t just want concrete solutions. You also want to feel like the best version of yourself.
Practical strategies for stress management are based on Dr. Cataldo’s expertise in habit formation, behavioral health, and the mind-body connection.
Along the way, you’ll cultivate meaningful insight about yourself, your current context, and your unique history.
Deep understanding ensures that old patterns can really break and genuine growth can unfold.
grounded in values
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evidence-based methods
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find your balance
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practical strategies
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clarify your direction
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grounded in values ✳︎ evidence-based methods ✳︎ find your balance ✳︎ practical strategies ✳︎ clarify your direction ✳︎
What therapy at
TRELLIS looks like
Your free consultation
Schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone call with Dr. Cataldo to share why you’re seeking therapy at this time. We’ll cover all the logistics and confirm whether we’re a good match to move forward with therapy.
Your first session
Your first session will be a 60-minute intake appointment where we review important background context and your current concerns. We also confirm our plan for the next 2 - 4 sessions, so we start therapy with intention, clarity, & purpose.
Ongoing sessions
Consistent engagement in therapy is essential to progress. You can expect deep, meaningful, long-lasting progress to build gradually over time.
All therapy clients start with weekly 60-minute sessions. Based on need, some clients reduce to 45-minute sessions or biweekly frequency.
Ongoing sessions are grounded in your established therapy goals, while remaining flexible to respond to the ever-changing stresses that life presents.
In-person or online
Therapy for stress is available in-person and online.
In-person therapy sessions are available at our Back Bay office on Mondays & Thursdays, and at our Brookline office on Mondays.
Virtual therapy sessions are available on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
TRELLIS
Therapy Offices
143 Newbury Street Boston, MA 02116
1691 Beacon Street Brookline, MA 02445
Who TRELLIS works with
TRELLIS works with growth-minded adults who are motivated to understand themselves on a deeper level & make real change.
Come as you are. Bring what you have. We’ll build from there.
TRELLIS may not be the right fit for you if you’re looking for a quick fix or crisis care. If you need immediate mental health support, call or text 988.
You might be a professional with a demanding career who is used to carrying everything.
You might be new to Boston, trying to figure out what your next chapter looks like.
Maybe your relationship status has recently changed & you need a space to process the overwhelm.
You might be new to therapy & a little skeptical.
You might simply be tired of pushing through.
About Angela Cataldo, PsyD
Hi there! I’m Dr. Cataldo. I’m a Boston-based clinical psychologist licensed in Massachusetts (License#: PSY10001060).
My specialities include:
behavioral health
positive psychology
stress management
values-driven action
mindfulness & the mind-body connection
habit formation
Our experience as humans is inherently full of complexity and challenges. Working alongside my clients as they navigate life’s many stresses, changes, lessons learned, and beautiful moments is what makes my work so fulfilling.
I use the full breadth of my clinical expertise to help my clients build strength, insight, resilience, and perspective. That looks as concrete as a better morning routine, and as abstract as a kinder relationship with themselves.
I look forward to meeting you & helping you move forward in your journey, however that looks.
Learn more about me on the About page.
Investment & Fees
TRELLIS is a private pay practice. That means your care is determined by you and your goals, not by an insurance company’s requirements. Meaningful change shouldn’t require a diagnosis. Private pay means more privacy, no session limits, and the freedom to focus on your growth, not just your symptoms.
Session Rates
Your investment in therapy at TRELLIS supports unhurried, personalized care.
60-minute intake appointment: $300
60-minute therapy session: $300
45-minute therapy session: $275
90-minute intensive therapy session: $350
TRELLIS clients receive 30 minutes of complimentary care coordination time per week.
Sliding scale rates may be available for clients in financial hardship. If cost is a barrier and you believe you qualify for sliding scale, please inquire during your initial consultation.
Out-Of-Network Benefits & Payment
Payment is due at the time of session and is processed through our secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.
TRELLIS can provide you with a monthly receipt (superbill) to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sessions are $300 for 60 minutes, or $275 for 45 minutes. TRELLIS is a private pay practice, so we don’t bill insurance and your care is not shaped by insurance requirements. If you have out of network benefits, a monthly receipt (superbill) is available for you to submit for possible reimbursement.
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Many people find therapy helpful for stress, especially when it infuses coping strategies with insight about the patterns underneath. There are no guarantees and results depend on many factors. Dr. Cataldo uses evidence-based methods to address your concerns, work together, check in on your progress, and adjust along the way.
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It depends on what you’re facing and what you want from therapy. Some clients work on a specific concern over a few months, while others stay longer to go deeper and address a variety of concerns. We’ll check in regularly about your goals & progress, and you’re always free to adjust.
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That’s common, and you don’t need to know what to say. Come as you are. Your first therapy session is a conversation about what’s going on and what you’d like to change. We’ll also review the important context of your history & health. A free 15 minute consultation call is available if you’d like to ask questions first.
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Research suggests online therapy can be as effective as in person therapy. Some prefer online therapy because it removes the commute and it’s easier to fit sessions into a busy week. Others prefer in person therapy because they feel more connected & focused. TRELLIS offers both, with online sessions across Massachusetts and in person sessions in Boston & Brookline.
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Yes. What you share in therapy is private and protected by law and by professional ethics. There are legal exceptions, such as safety concerns and situations where the law requires reporting. We’ll go over these during your first session and in your consent paperwork, so you’ll know exactly how it works.
Take the next step
You don’t have to wait until stress becomes unmanageable to ask for support.
If you’re ready to better understand your stress & build a steadier way forward, TRELLIS is here to be the supportive structure you need to grow.
We would love to hear from you.
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Strength Optimization
Strength Optimization is a two-fold program: an assessment to discover your character strengths, and a strategic plan to bring them to the forefront.
It’s likely that you have more natural strengths than you currently recognize. These strengths can help you overcome stress with more ease, feel more fulfilled in your daily life, deepen your self-understanding, and live with intention.
Book your Strength Optimization today, or a free consultation to learn more.
Professional Consultation
Do you just need help on a specific situation? Professional consultation is a focused, practical, non-clinical service. You’ll consult with Dr. Cataldo about a specific situation or dilemma, and you’ll receive specific recommendations.
Common professional consultation topics include:
burnout prevention
work-life balance
preparing for a difficult conversation
successfully sticking to a new habit
realistic goal-setting
Virtual Meditation Group
The Clearing is a free community resource. Every Tuesday at 7pm EST, Dr. Cataldo facilitates a virtual meditation designed to calm your nervous system, strengthen your attention regulation, and release the stress that built up throughout your day.
All are welcome; you don’t need to be a TRELLIS client to join.
Get the Zoom link through our Contact form or our Instagram page.
Educational Workshops
TRELLIS serves as the supportive structure on which you can grow. With evidence-based information, insight-deepening reflections, and practical tools, we support your growth with our educational workshops.
TRELLIS Educational Workshops include:
Nature-Based Mindfulness: How to calm your nervous system, naturally
The Power of Gratitude
Empowerment Through Perspective: An Introduction to CBT
In Sync With The Seasons: Aligning Your Self-Care & Goal-Setting With The Natural Rhythm of Autumn
Interested in attending our next workshop, or booking one for your next gathering? Please use our contact form.