Lex Integrative Psychotherapy

LexIntegrative Psychotherapy, LLC is a private psychotherapy practice located in Lexington, MA, led by Ellen Sophis Gillespie, LICSW. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences to increase self-awareness and foster personal growth.

About Ellen Sophis Gillespie, LICSW

Ellen Sophis Gillespie is a licensed independent clinical social worker who grew up in the Greater Boston area. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the College of the Holy Cross and her Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health from Boston College School of Social Work. Ellen has been working in private practice since December 2019 and has extensive experience working with patients struggling with acute mental health issues and their families.

Ellen specializes in working with adolescents and adults dealing with mood, anxiety, thought, eating, and trauma-related issues. She is passionate about working with students, new parents, and family members of those struggling with major mental illness. Ellen provides psychotherapy with dedication and a commitment to exploring deeper emotional issues through the therapeutic alliance. She takes a client-centered approach, integrating principles that target acute symptoms with skills-based interventions while addressing underlying dynamics through insight-oriented work to promote lasting change and growth.

Our Approach to Therapy

At LexIntegrative Psychotherapy, we believe that people heal in relationships rather than through one specific kind of therapy. Our client-centered approach integrates principles that target acute symptoms with skills-based interventions, addressing underlying dynamics through insight-oriented work to promote lasting change and growth. We create a shared language to help you achieve a deeper understanding of yourself and your world.

Services Offered

We offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of issues, including:

1. Mood disorders (e.g., depression, bipolar disorder)

2. Anxiety disorders (e.g., generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder)

3. Thought disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder)

4. Eating disorders (e.g., anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder)

5. Trauma and stressor-related disorders (e.g., post-traumatic stress disorder, acute stress disorder)

6. Identity, self-esteem, and relationship issues

7. Grief and loss

8. Life transitions and adjustments

In addition to our general psychotherapy services, we provide specialized support for students, new parents, and family members of those struggling with major mental illness.

Fees and Insurance

Our services are fee-for-service, and we provide receipts that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement, depending on your insurance plan's out-of-network benefits. We do not bill insurance companies directly. During your initial consultation, we will provide you with detailed information about our fees and payment policies.

HIPAA Compliance

LexIntegrative Psychotherapy, LLC is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We have implemented appropriate safeguards to protect your personal health information.

Location and Accessibility

Our office is located at 807 Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington, MA, and is conveniently accessible by the 62/76 bus routes from Alewife Station. The office is fully wheelchair accessible.

Thank you for considering LexIntegrative Psychotherapy, LLC for your mental health needs. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or to schedule an appointment.