It is with great pleasure that I’d like to announce that Dr. Elizabeth Higgins has joined Cognitive Behavior Therapy Associates, LLC. Dr. Higgins brings a wealth of experience and clinical resources to our clients.

She is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been working with children, adolescents and adults for many years providing counseling and assessment services across a variety of settings, including school systems, university counseling centers, mental health clinics, and hospitals.

Dr. Higgins has neuropsychological assessment training from North Shore Medical Center (NSMC), New England Medical’s Center for Children with Special Needs, Massachusetts General Hospital’s Learning Disorder’s Unit, and the Disability Resource Center at Northeastern University.

Dr. Higgins does testing and reports in the assessment of ADHD, learning disabilities, mood and behavioral disorders, as well as other areas of concern. As a therapist and therapist-in-training at North Shore Medical Center, Louisiana State University’s (LSU) Student Mental Health Center, and Tufts University, Dr. Higgins has also helped individuals to develop positive goals for themselves, reduce negative feelings of anxiety and depression, resolve problems, improve relationships, and find ways to communicate more effectively with others.

Currently, Dr. Higgins is a psychologist at a local school district where she provides counseling and assessment services, consultation with teachers and parents, and behavioral and social support services for children with social, emotional, and behavioral problems. In addition, Dr. Higgins is a consulting psychologist at The Shriver Center where she completes evaluations for children and young adults with autism and other disabilities.

Dr. Higgins is excited to join Dr. Vermilyea and his associates in making CBTA LLC. a well-respected destination for patients in Woburn, MA and adjacent areas. She is currently available to do neuropsychological evaluations assessing for ADHD and learning disabilities, particularly with children and young adults. In addition, Dr. Higgins is available to work with children, adolescents, and adults with depression, anxiety, and other emotional concerns.