Find a therapist in Portsmouth, NH — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Portsmouth, NH accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Portsmouth across neighborhoods like South End, North End, and Downtown. Headway connects you with 407 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With insurance coverage and free consultations available, begin your care journey as soon as tomorrow.
Have you done a lot of work on yourself, but still feel stuck in the same patterns?
You may understand your past, your triggers, and your relationships, but still feel overwhelmed or pulled back into the same cycles. You might be the one others rely on, while quietly feeling unsure of your needs or how to choose yourself without guilt.
I work with women who are ready to move beyond insight into real change. Together, we explore how past experiences are still shaping how you think, feel, and respond, so you can feel more grounded, clear, and like yourself again.
My work in the mental health field started more than 20 years ago when I provided crisis support to first responders and the people they served. My clinical training started with educational psychology and over the years my focus shifted to working with adults and couples as I pursued my doctorate in clinal psychology. The focus of my practice has always been on providing trauma informed care to individuals who seek to address the impact of life stressors or traumatic events to better understand themselves and their patterns of relating to others.
Welcome! My name is Michelle Hebert, LCMHC. I am glad you have decided to explore therapy. Sometimes our life experiences can feel like a rock hitting the water’s surface, creating ripples that can impact every area of your life. Resilience is the dynamic capacity to navigate and bounce back from life's inevitable hardships. Rather then erasing emotional pain, resilience acts as a protective buffer the equips us to process pain without becoming overwhelmed. While therapy can be challenging, I am here to support and encourage you as you find fulfillment and empowerment.
My name is Melanie Hunter and I am a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) practitioner. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas State University. I began my career working with adolescents through a non-profit organization and then later, adults in employment settings. My work providing telehealth counseling with adults began in 2020.
I provide a space that is welcoming and a style that is adaptable to you and your needs. Let's go the path together to rekindle the spark in you and get you to where you deserve to be. I have been a licensed therapist for over 13 years and have more than 15 years experience. I work with individuals as well as couples and families. Drawing on my personal and professional experience, training and education to provide you with the care and support you deserve.
Hello, I’m Dr. Oreet Daniella Besner, a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, LCSW, Psychologist, with a warm and collaborative approach to therapy. I hold an MA from Antioch University and a doctorate, PSY.D, from California School of Professional Psychology. I have 27 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem. I draw from evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support meaningful growth. I strive to create a safe, open space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
I’m an LCSW currently licensed in CT, MA, NH, and ME. I believe that therapy is most effective when it’s practical and empowering. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, life transitions or grief, I aim to create a safe and supportive space where growth and change feel possible. My role is not to “fix” but to walk with you to gain insight, develop tools and move towards the version of you that feels most authentic.
About our therapists serving Portsmouth, NH
- 99%Anxiety
- 91%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 77%Trauma
- 72%PTSD
- 97%Aetna
- 88%Cigna
- 87%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 99%English
- 4%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Twi
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 46%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 32%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 26%Family therapy
- 13%Couples therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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 Portsmouth
Searching for therapists in Portsmouth starts with knowing what kind of support and fit you want. Some therapists focus on anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or major life changes. Others may have training in specific approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. As you compare options, look for a Portsmouth therapist whose listed specialties, approach, and experience match what you want to address in care.
Portsmouth is a smaller city, so the number of nearby in-person therapists may be more limited than in larger New Hampshire markets. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in New Hampshire. When narrowing your search, consider appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, session format, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before you book can help you understand how each therapist describes their style, structure, and focus areas.
Therapy in Portsmouth can be a significant expense 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 makes it easier to find therapists in Portsmouth, NH, compare profiles, check whether they offer virtual or in-person appointments, confirm coverage for your specific plan, and book when you’re ready. You can compare profiles, check estimated costs, and book directly when you’re ready.