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Top therapists in Wellesley, MA accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Wellesley, Massachusetts through Headway's network of 2,390 licensed providers. Serving neighborhoods including Wellesley Hills, Wellesley Square, and Washington Street, our platform offers flexible in-person and virtual sessions covered by insurance. Connect with an empowering provider who fits your needs, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication
management and therapy for children ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. I treat ADHD,
depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, and related conditions. I also work with adults with autism
spectrum disorder and ADHD, providing diagnostic clarification and ongoing treatment within
general psychiatric care. I offer in-person and telehealth visits and focus on collaborative,
evidence-based, and individualized care.
Hello and welcome! Do you feel stuck - maybe in a difficult relationship with someone important or in a complicated relationship with yourself? My aim is to help you begin healing as quickly as possible, even when the issues are long-standing. Together, we will explore the present and seek out transformational processes, rather than focus on the past or simply relive old wounds as a more traditional approach might.
Life can be hard, and everyone needs help sometimes. In fact, humans are by nature collaborative. It can be difficult to see all the possibilities when your mood or hurts from your past are getting in the way.
Hello, and welcome! To start, I want you to know I provide a no-fee 15 minute initial consultation session for prospective clients, because I believe a good fit is essential to effective counseling. This first meeting should allow you to determine that. I am a seasoned therapist with experience across three decades of supporting individuals, families, and groups. The core of my success has always been my ability to help people to efficiently and effectively achieve their goals. I look forward to meeting you.
You need insight into your problems, not more advice. I'm Matt, a licensed professional specializing in helping teens and emerging adults (13–30) keep their footing in the whirlwind of adolescence and becoming an adult.
I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and safety, I will listen to your joys, fears, and pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you tools to thrive.
I could list all my accomplishments from the past 30 years, but that wouldn't give you a true sense of my style or beliefs. I strive to empathize, be respectful, and remain non judgemental. We all face worries, stresses, and challenges daily, and we all need someone who listens and understands. While family and friends can provide wonderful support, talking to someone with professional expertise and an outside perspective can be incredibly beneficial.
Drawing from over three decades of experience in mental health, addiction counseling, and psychiatric rehabilitation, I offer specialized, personalized approaches for both individuals and couples. In couples counseling, our focus is on enhancing communication and fostering skills to reignite connections and reopen hearts. I approach our work with utmost respect, collaboration, and a deep appreciation for your unique journey. You are the expert in your own experience, I provide unwavering support, strategies and realistic optimism.
Counseling since 1987; (Masters, 1997). I understand on a deep level what it can be like to live with and overcome mental health challenges and to be impacted by and overcome an addiction; this experience enriches my empathy and informs my clinical practice and ability to connect and understand more fully with you. We are human beings, not a diagnosis.
Currently an Adjunct Instructor at Tufts University School of Medicine. As Senior Instructor at Cambridge College, I taught & supervised masters level mental health counselors. As an Instructor at UMass Boston, I taught future drug and alcohol counselors. We are full of potential. Let's remove the barriers to your good health, happiness and success together! (Physical office setting 226 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 1B, Arlington, MA as well as Telehealth through Professional Zoom account that is HIPPA Compliant and Secure available if preferred.)
I love my job! I have supported children and families for over 30 years using a strengths based and trauma based model.
I hold dual board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Adult Nurse Practitioner. I have extensive experience as an Adult Nurse Practitioner which offers an in-depth understanding of the relationship between medical and psychiatric illnesses. I provide medication management for mental health conditions. I do not provide therapy only.
I specialize in working with children, parents, adolescents, and adults using a strengths-based approach that combines cognitive therapy theory, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
I work to provide a supportive and empowering environment where clients can explore challenges, build resilience, and develop effective strategies for overcoming obstacles. I tailor therapeutic interventions to meet the specific needs and goals of each individual and family.
I support women who are ready to reconnect with themselves and step into greater wholeness after years of over giving. Many of my clients come to me during times of stress, transition, or disconnection from their bodies, relationships or sense of purpose. My approach combines counseling and coaching with somatic techniques such as Reiki, creating a holistic path that supports body, mind and spirit. I offer a compassionate and space for healing, growth and transformation. Together, we release old patterns, awaken inner wisdom and open the way to a more authentic and empowered life.
My name is Amanda Potter, Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker. I received my Master’s in Social Work from Simmons College in 2010. I also have a BA in Psychology from Mount Holyoke College, class of 2005.
I have a background in working with people of many different age ranges, coping with many different issues. Recently I have honed my focus down to working with people coping with grief and loss.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Wellesley, MA



- 100%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 81%Stress management
- 75%Trauma
- 70%PTSD

- 94%Aetna
- 78%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Cigna
- 52%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

- 95%English
- 6%Spanish
- 3%Russian
- 2%Gujarati
- 2%Haitian Creole

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 66%Woman
- 31%Man
- 3%Non-binary

- 39%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 30%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 20%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 3%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 98%Individual therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
- 17%Family therapy
- 13%Couples therapy
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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 Wellesley, MA
Searching for therapists in Wellesley starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Therapists can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, and life transitions. As you compare Wellesley therapists, look for training, specialties, and therapy styles that fit your needs. A therapist’s bio can show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.
Wellesley is a smaller market, so the right therapist may be based nearby, in another part of Massachusetts, or available through virtual sessions. In-person wellesley therapy may work well if you prefer a local office near Wellesley Hills, Wellesley Square, or Washington Street. Virtual therapy can expand your options when appointment times, commute, or local availability matter. Before booking, review whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers scheduling that fits your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation.
Therapy in Wellesley can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket cost. Headway helps you compare therapists in Wellesley, MA who are accepting new patients, see estimated session costs before you book, and choose between in-person and virtual care. You can browse therapist profiles, check fit, and book directly when you’re ready.
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