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Top therapists in Massachusetts accepting new patients

Headway brings quality mental health support to Massachusetts residents through 2,502 empowering providers offering talk therapy and medication management. With insurance accepted and average savings of 75% per session, getting care is more accessible and affordable than ever.

Nicholas Ahern

Nicholas Ahern

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I have extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings working with teens and adults. I received my Masters of Science in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brittny Maravelias

Brittny Maravelias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Beverly, MA


My background includes supporting individuals, couples, and families from a variety of backgrounds in navigating personal and life challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting skills, grief and loss, transitions, etc. Currently, I am only offering individual services.

I also have 10+ years of specialized experience in working with survivors of sexual violence and non-offending loved ones in understanding the impact of trauma and exploring their own healing journey.

Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Auslyn Thomas

Auslyn Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist in the State of Tennessee. I have over 17 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in community, residential, and juvenile justice settings. I am passionate about working with those struggling with mood and anxiety issues, trauma, and anyone trying to move toward a healthier life. I specialize in Trauma, OCD, and Play Therapy.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joe Gladden

Joe Gladden

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My warm and affirming nature aims to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jendaya Clark

Jendaya Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I especially enjoy working with millennials and young adults, creating a safe, supportive space to explore challenges, build confidence, and move toward lasting change.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Appleton

Laura Appleton

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Over time, I've come to see that many of the struggles we experience aren't flaws, but adaptations to the environments we've been in.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hallie Stone

Hallie Stone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • North Reading, MA


“I take a holistic approach to counseling by supporting folks in exploring their attitudes, values, beliefs, and lived experiences when it comes to identifying treatment goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Prickett

Jessica Prickett

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that therapy can be a powerful space for support, problem solving, breakthrough and lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Humber

Heather Humber

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“The most common feedback I have received throughout my career, is clients feeling very comfortable with me from the start.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alyssa Champion

Alyssa Champion

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping clients gain insight while building practical skills they can use in everyday life.”
Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Fugere

Cynthia Fugere

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My specialties include trauma, PTSD, separation and loss, conflict resolution, parenting, child development and behavioral issues.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Afifi

Dr. Linda Afifi

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is grounded, collaborative, and practical. I blend evidence-based strategies with curiosity and warmth, helping clients feel understood while also building the capacity for meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Hall

Kelly Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and able to serve clients in the states of FL, AK, MO, and MA. I am passionate about working with adults who are ready to explore their vulnerabilities and become better versions of themselves. I understand that taking that first step to ask for help is the hardest, and that all the hurt, frustration, and pain that brought you to this point are all valid! In my office you can expect to be able to share your experiences in an open and safe environment.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cheri Epps

Cheri Epps

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and caring. I want my clients to feel safe, heard, respected and supported.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shamni Uthayasoorian

Shamni Uthayasoorian

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“Over the past six years, I've had the privilege of working as a therapist in diverse settings, including outpatient, inpatient, residential, and group home programs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Constance Kelley

Constance Kelley

Therapist

Virtual • Ashland, MA


“I am dedicated to empowering people to make the changes in thinking and behavior that will allow them to take charge of their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Julie Duffy

Julie Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • Stow, MA


“Unconditional positive regard and keen listening underpin every session and provide clients with a supportive environment to encourage positive change, better emotional health, resilience, and greater satisfaction with life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yasmine Holbrook

Yasmine Holbrook

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Specializing in the unique needs of women navigating infertility, perinatal, and postpartum challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jesslyn Rodney

Jesslyn Rodney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Florence, MA


“I work to provide a judgment free space, to explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion, humor and empathy.”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues, Trauma
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tesha Ward

Tesha Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm, open-minded, and solution-oriented. I want therapy to feel comfortable, supportive, and tailored to you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ariel Zaksenberg

Ariel Zaksenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe a therapist's role is to help people get "unstuck." At the heart of my work is a belief in the healing power of being truly seen, known, and emotionally held by another.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Quynn Kiers

Quynn Kiers

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Having my own personal experiences with ADHD, anxiety, and trauma - I am able to find a deeper understanding for clients with similar struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah O'Connor

Sarah O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is in-depth and person centered. I am genuinely interested in what makes the person you are today.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Longo

Michael Longo

Therapist

Virtual • Gloucester, MA


“I help couples interrupt these patterns and develop the new relationship skills to enhance communication, sexual expression and empathy needed for deep intimacy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Guerrero-Owens

Adriana Guerrero-Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a strength-based approach with CBT strategies to support and empower clients experiencing a myriad of personal issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Milenna Echegaray Gomez

Milenna Echegaray Gomez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a holistic, individualized framework to psychiatric care, believing treatment should consider the factors that shape your mental health and overall well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly Lightbear

Kimberly Lightbear

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My clinical style is primarily strength based with a mind-body approach. I provide a mindful, compassionate and caring setting to learn, grow and heal.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jenna Feldman

Jenna Feldman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is dynamic, warm, and curious. Together we'll explore deep-rooted beliefs and feelings, process the past and what's challenging in the present...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anitra Myers

Anitra Myers

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicole Nocera

Dr. Nicole Nocera

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My holistic approach to therapy focuses on restoring balance in both mind and body by using a wide range of interventions to meet your unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joanna Brezee

Joanna Brezee

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in meeting each client where they are at, and working together to develop goals and milestones to meet them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Isabel Monteiro

Isabel Monteiro

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I specialize working with young women, young professionals, and college/graduate students. I have helped many people transitioning into adulthood, navigate the stress of college/grad school, navigating a new job, work stress, dating, interpersonal issues, family conflicts, (Life in general!). To me, success looks like creating realistic goals that are achievable.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendi Smith

Wendi Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly, MA


“I help clients better understand themselves, quiet the constant pressure they put on themselves, and make changes that feel realistic, manageable, and sustainable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Stephan Salmon

Stephan Salmon

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use empathy gained from my own life experiences to provide clients with warm acceptance, unconditional positive regard, & a safe space to be their authentic selves, without fear of judgement.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Darsch

Rachel Darsch

Therapist

Virtual • Plymouth, MA


“She uses CBT, play therapy, and mindfulness-based tools to help children develop practical coping skills for home, school, and peer settings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelsey Reed

Kelsey Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I focus my work with a client-centered lens, meeting my clients where they are that day in a space that is warm, compassionate, creative, and interactive.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerri Leonard

Kerri Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer therapy that is collaborative and client centered, providing real life strategies, tools and resources.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nancy Hummel

Nancy Hummel

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I try to use creativity in my sessions, using mindful, nonjudgmental, and approachable conversation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Maria Santos

Ana Maria Santos

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Therapy offers a space to slow down and look inward to what you truly want and need. It can be difficult to hear your inner voice when many things can get in the way of this— stress and responsibility, painful feelings or experiences, beliefs that are holding you back, fear of change.

Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sonia Gooden-Alexis

Dr. Sonia Gooden-Alexis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate about working with individuals from all walks of life. It is important for me to provide a safe space for individuals to be allowed to speak about their experiences as they work through the challenges that exist within their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving Massachusetts

Number of therapists serving Massachusetts
There are over 2,509 therapists in Massachusetts accepting new patients.
2,509+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 76%Trauma
  • 76%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 84%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 48%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Haitian Creole
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 94%Online only
  • 6%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 29%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent 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 Massachusetts

Searching for therapists in Massachusetts starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Across the state, options can vary between urban areas, suburban communities, and more rural regions, so it helps to focus your search early. You may want a therapist who works with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or life transitions. Review each therapist’s listed specialties, therapeutic approach, and bio to see whether their training and style align with what you want from care.

Practical fit matters, too. If you live near Boston, Worcester, or Springfield, you may have more in-person options nearby, while virtual therapy can expand your choices across Massachusetts. Consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation before booking. Reading profiles can also help you understand how a therapist structures sessions, communicates, and describes their approach to care.

The cost of therapy in Massachusetts can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, may take your insurance, and are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. Browse therapists in Massachusetts, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.