In-Person in Framingham, MA 01701
Online in Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont
I help my clients feel better about their bodies, their brains, and themselves. I offer my clients a non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. I use a gentle, compassionate approach, which allows my clients to develop the skills to be gentle with themselves. All bodies, all genders, and all races are welcome in my practice. As an eating disorder and perinatal mental health counselor, I offer specialized support to clients navigating eating disorder recovery, pregnancy, and parenthood.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
Approach Description: I have training and knowledge of several modalities of therapy and use an eclectic approach based on what works best for each unique client.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $195
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- For client's who would like to work with me but find finances to be a barrier, I am happy to speak with you about how we can make therapy more accessible.
- Out of Network
Education & Credentials
Monique Bellefleur LMHC, PMH-C
- Female
- License # 10590
- Licensed in Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont
- Practicing Since 2015
Education: I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's of education in clinical mental health counseling from Boston University. I became a certified perinatal mental health specialist through Postpartum Support International in 2024.
Monique Bellefleur Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Framingham, MA 01701
- Available Online for residents of Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont
- Online Therapy Details: I use a HIPAA compliant video conferencing service.
Many of my clients come to me because they are sick of their brain space being overwhelmed with "food noise" and self-critical thoughts about their body. Whether a client has an eating disorder or has tried every diet out there, I help them break free from the cycles of shame, self-hate, and restriction that characterize disordered eating. I utilize a value-oriented, relational approach to help clients get space from these anxious and perfectionistic thinking patterns. I have found that pregnancy and the postpartum period can especially bring up struggles with food and body image as well as other mental health issues such as postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD. As a certified perinatal mental health specialist (PMH-C), I am able to give clients specialized support to help them thrive and stay grounded during the whirlwind that is becoming a parent.
If you would like to feel better about your body or who you are, please reach out so that I can help you reach your goal.