About
Hi there! My name is Princess Alston, and I am the founder and primary facilitator of Cultivated Core. We specialize in providing therapy and mental performance coaching services to help you achieve holistic wellness and peak performance in your personal life, career, sports, and academics. Our team prioritizes cultural responsiveness and assists clients in overcoming challenges related to self-confidence, decision-making, time management, and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and stress management. At Cultivated Core, we offer a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and develop coping strategies for emotional well-being. Reach out today to begin, and let's embark on a transformative journey together! Well-being wishes to you, Cultivated Core Specialties: We accept Blue Cross, Harvard Pilgrim, MBHP, MassHealth, and Optum and offer a sliding-scale fee to make therapy affordable. Please contact us with any questions.
"We use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychoeducation, and Holistic Approaches, such as relaxation techniques and guided imagery, to address negative thoughts and develop coping strategies. We believe in meeting you where you are and customizing our approaches to fit your needs."
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Services & Pricing
Free Consultation
15 min · Online, In Person
Individual Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Sliding scale available.
Couples Therapy
50 min · Online, In Person
Sliding scale available.
Qualifications
Verified by Calm at Home
Licensed · LMHC, CADC
Princess Alston · Verified March 2026
Education and Years in Practice
Attended Salem State University, Mental Health Counseling, MS in , Graduated 2015
Insurance & Policies
We accept Blue Cross, Harvard Pilgrim, MassHealth (Tufts Health Together), Optum, and United Health Care, and we offer a sliding-scale fee to make therapy affordable. Please get in touch with us with any questions.
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My Practice at a Glance
Available both in-person and online
Lowell, MA, 01854 map
We use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Psychoeducation, and Holistic Approaches, such as relaxation techniques and guided imagery, to address negative thoughts and develop coping strategies. We believe in meeting you where you are and customizing our approaches to fit your needs.
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