Find a therapist in Salem, MA — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Salem, MA accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Salem across neighborhoods like North River, Pickering Wharf, and Charter Street. Headway connects you with 2,502 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many patients save up to 75% on therapy through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per session.
Becoming a licensed clinical social worker has always been a career goal. Growing up, I constantly advocated for vulnerable populations and had a deep understanding of people’s emotions. As the oldest child and daughter, understanding family dynamics, worldviews, and individual experiences came naturally. In my career, I’ve provided psychotherapy to court-ordered parents working to reunite with their children, teens in a school setting as a behavioral health therapist, and millennial individuals as a primary therapist. As a first-generation college graduate, an entrepreneur, and a businesswoman, I also understand the challenges that come with starting something from scratch and learning as you go. Sometimes, you need to speak with a relatable yet unbiased party to process your thoughts and feelings about everyday stressors that you may not feel comfortable sharing openly. I use evidence-based practices and unconventional interventions to reach clients where they are.
I believe therapy works best when there is a strong connection between therapist and client. My style is warm, genuine, and direct. I'll offer compassion and support, but I'll also help you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
As a trauma-informed therapist and EMDR specialist, I create a space where you can be yourself without judgment. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable with me quickly because I show up as a real person—not just a therapist.
I believe healing happens through both insight and action. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life.
I’m a licensed mental health counselor based in Massachusetts, and I work with teens through adults through virtual therapy. In addition to my clinical experience writing assessments for a juvenile facility, I bring a background in education and business to my work. I’m drawn to therapy because of the meaningful relationships it creates and the opportunity to help people move toward their goals. My hope is to offer a warm, supportive space where you feel heard and understood.
My path into this work started with film. What drew me was people in their real moments, the hard ones, the ones that matter. In 2004 I volunteered on a suicide hotline, and I didn't want to capture those moments anymore. I wanted to help people find their way through them. That's still what I'm here for.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over two decades of experience across private practice, outpatient care, community mental health, and interdisciplinary teams. I've also held supervisory and leadership roles, mostly with clinicians early in their careers.
I work with adults of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ clients, managing anxiety, anger, overthinking, and life transitions. My approach draws on ACT, CBT, and mindfulness based practices, shaped by Taoist philosophy, Zen Buddhism, and existential psychology. I pay close attention, I don't push, and I say what I notice.
Sessions are available via telehealth, Tuesday through Saturday, across Massachusetts.
In a world where there is endless advice, online "experts" and seemingly easy fixes, it can be challenging to hit a roadblock and find that nothing feels quite right. Whether it is depression, anxiety, or just a general sense that something is “off”, it keeps you stuck. And you just can't figure out how to fix it. While I have no answers, I offer a place to pause, reflect, and talk about what’s been holding you back. And most importantly, what you want to happen next.
I've been doing this work for 25 years — which means I've sat with a lot of people in a lot of different kinds of pain, and I've watched most of them find their way through it. I work with adolescents, adults, and families dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ identity, cultural identity, and the messy overlaps between all of those things. I'm warm, direct, and probably a little funnier than you'd expect from a therapist. That's intentional. Some of the hardest healing I've witnessed happened in moments that also had some lightness in them. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming, work with couples and families in addition to individuals, and I accept Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Cigna through Headway — plus several additional insurers on Psychology Today.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Salem, MA
- 100%Anxiety
- 91%Depression
- 80%Stress management
- 74%Relationship issues
- 72%Trauma
- 93%Aetna
- 89%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Cigna
- 63%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- 96%English
- 11%Spanish
- 4%Igbo
- 2%Cantonese
- 2%Gujarati
- 91%In-person or online
- 9%In-person only
- 63%Woman
- 33%Man
- 4%Non-binary
- 43%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 24%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 24%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 2%Clinical Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
- 15%Couples therapy
- 11%Family therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Salem
Searching for therapists in Salem starts with knowing what kind of support you want from therapy. People often look for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, life transitions, or trauma. As you compare Salem therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, therapy style, and experience match your needs. A therapist’s bio can also show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or other methods that fit what you want from care.
Salem is a smaller city, so nearby in-person appointment options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and office location. Virtual therapy can expand your search across Massachusetts while still letting you choose a therapist licensed to provide care in the state. As you narrow your options, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how each therapist describes their communication style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Salem can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, view estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person appointments. You can browse therapists in Salem, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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