Shiva Kuczinski
LICSW
Woman
White/Caucasian
LGBTQ+ Ally
Education: Master of Social Work at Salem State University
License number: 123942
Experience: 10 years
Ages served: Teenagers (13 to 17), Adults (18 to 64)
Languages spoken: English
Session style: Tele-therapy (video appointment)

About Shiva

Shiva Kuczinski is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience providing therapeutic support to individuals of all ages, including children, facing a range of challenges. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from Salem State University in 2016, equipping her with a strong foundation in evidence-based mental health care.

Shiva has a deep interest in trauma-informed care, anxiety disorders, and ADHD, and has completed extensive training in these areas. Most recently, she has focused on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including perinatal and postpartum anxiety.

Throughout her career, Shiva has studied the mind–body connection and mindfulness practices to support nervous system regulation. She draws on these approaches to help clients who have experienced adverse life events and those managing symptoms of anxiety. Shiva believes in individualized care, ensuring each client receives tailored support that meets their unique needs.

Shiva's Expertise

Specialties
Crisis Intervention, Depression and Anxiety, Infertility and Reproductive Health, Perinatal Mental Health (Pregnancy & Postpartum), Women's Health Issues, Pregnancy Loss and Miscarriage Support, Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Humanistic/Person-Centered Therapy

Plans Accepted

Medicaid
Medicaid (MassHealth)
Tufts Health Together
Commercial Insurance
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna (Evernorth)
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (Point32Health)
Tufts Health Plan (Point32Health)
United Healthcare (Optum)
Out of Pocket
Cash