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Quincy

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circ...

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Quincy

I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported, drawing from an authentic understanding of...

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Leominster

I offer mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to deepen self-awareness as a means of healing....

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Attleboro

As an experienced therapist, I am passionate about helping people and focusing on achieving their goals, and I am excited to learn...

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Lexington

People who want to climb Mt. Everest and make it back safely often hire a highly skilled guide—frequently one of the famous indige...

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Leominster

Talking has a curative quality. It allows us to gain access to thoughts and feelings we could have been previously unaware of....

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Leominster

Having worked in the community, I understand the importance of meeting the client where they are....

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Newton

As an African American male, I understand the unique challenges associated with engaging with a mental health professional. Throug...

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Leominster

Ashley Kitchen-Sweet is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of specialized experience in guiding adults through d...

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Quincy

Starting therapy is a courageous first step to making changes and feeling empowered....

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Quincy

As a man of color from a diverse cultural background, I understand the need to provide culturally appropriate care for patients an...

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Westborough

The world can feel very loud and overwhelming, and I am here to help guide you through the difficult times that life can bring and...

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Somerville

As a therapist who has been in the field for 9 years, I understand how complex each individual's story can be....

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Leominster

Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has expe...

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Salem

Christine Burgess is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 15 years of experience working with adolescent...

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Lexington

I believe healing is a personal journey of self-discovery — a return to the innate worth, wholeness, and strength we each carry wi...

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Attleboro

As a biracial woman who has faced personal trauma and loss, I’ve transformed my pain, anger, and grief into resilience, learning t...

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Lexington

As a woman who has experienced generational family conflict, personal trauma, and profound loss, I understand both the pain that l...

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Boston

Having spent over a decade in the U.S. as an immigrant from China, I understand the unique challenges faced by those with multicul...

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Quincy

“As a therapist, I am a companion. I try to help people tune into their own wisdom." –Virginia Satir...

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Attleboro

My goal is to help individuals and families confront life's challenges, unlock their inherent strength, and build a solid path tow...

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Cambridge

As a trained physician, experienced oriental medicine practitioner, and PhD medical researcher, I believe in a holistic approach t...

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Cambridge

As a Black Haitian-American woman, I understand what it means to be different, among many other things....

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Salem

I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meeting them where they are and utilizing strengths to explore solutions....

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Cambridge

I aim to create a compassionate space that can be used to gently navigate through the unpredictable challenges which inevitably ar...

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Boston

As a woman of color and a mom myself, I understand the issues our different communities are presented with on a daily basis with ...

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Salem

Feeling overwhelmed, unsupported, or disconnected can be challenging and frustrating. I am here to provide a supportive place wher...

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Attleboro

I use a holistic approach to treating unwanted behaviors by challenging the cognitive lens and encouraging self-awareness, self-lo...

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Cambridge

As a bilingual Latina therapist, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore your inner world and grow into your best self, n...

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Cambridge

I like to focus on a fun way to get to the root of the diagnosis in a judgment-free zone!...

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Leominster

I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing....

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Boston

I strive to help each client utilize their strengths to improve their quality of life through a queer, sober, neurodivergent-infor...

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Somerville

As a clinician with experience in outpatient clinics and other community-based settings, I have developed the ability to meet and ...

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Quincy

Caring and creative licensed professional with over 20 years' combined experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sect...

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Cambridge

I understand how quietly heavy life can feel—even when everything looks “fine” on the outside....

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Worcester

As a former member of a special operations military unit, I understand and can empathize with directly- and indirectly-related iss...

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Attleboro

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with adults and teenagers, as well ove...

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Cambridge

Cody Doucette is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychological Services. He has a pass...

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Cambridge

As a man of color who has lived in this country for more than 24 years, I can understand people through multiple perspectives....

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Framingham

I know how important it is to feel truly seen and supported, and I'd be honored to walk with you as you work toward healing, growt...

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Salem

My approach to care is meeting clients exactly where they are, using a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach to help people liv...

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Leominster

I understand the importance of finding the courage to raise your voice, to speak your truth, to walk in hope....

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Worcester

As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present....

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Newton

Starting therapy is a leap of faith— it means trusting someone to be there at vulnerable moments....

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Attleboro

As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural ...

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Watertown

I seek to empower you with tools to transform your thinking and open yourself to new perspectives....

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Leominster

My passion as a clinician lies in helping people to grow into the best versions of themselves through highlighting and building on...

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Framingham

As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects...

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Westborough

Clients often share that they feel truly heard and supported with me, and that together we’re able to bring clarity, balance, and ...

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Boston

As a woman of Color who has experienced several cultures, religions, and walks of life, I have the open-mindedness to meet people ...

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Cambridge

I seek to understand the complexities of what it means to be human in a rapidly changing environment....

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Framingham

As a compassionate therapist with diverse experience in clinical psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challeng...

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Leominster

My professional and personal experience allow me to understand the complexities of being human....

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Framingham

As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...

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Lexington

As a young woman who has allowed self-esteem, confidence, and anxiety to get in the way of life, I understand how difficult it can...

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Newton

I have a wide range of experience with behavioral health disorders that include bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood ...

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Salem

As a long-term career therapist, I have a passion for my work and feel privileged to work with those who share their heartfelt cha...

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Cambridge

As a straight cis-gendered white male, I have tried to build my cultural competence and sexual/gender understanding to advocate an...

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Boston

Azizi Carle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Texas who has over 10 years’ exp...

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Boston

I like to help people learn how their brain work and use this as a foundation for empowerment to make positive change in their lif...

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Salem

I am dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings....

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Salem

I use a person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral approach for all clients, offering a non-judgmental, caring, and e...

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Quincy

It takes a lot of strength for individuals to engage in counseling, and I understand the importance of building trust and rapport ...

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Attleboro

Asking for help can be overwhelming, but confronting choices on a daily basis can become easier with the right support system in p...

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Cambridge

As a therapist, I offer a warm and supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow, heal, and thrive....

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Brookline

I am here to offer you a safe space to explore new ways of relating to people and engaging with the world around you....

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Cambridge

I hope to create an expressive and creative space for all walks of life by learning from one another, building a relationship, and...

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Boston

As a woman of color, I understand the importance of intersectionality and cultural competence and their impact on mental health....

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Lexington

I am grateful for the long life I’ve lived so far and hopeful for many more years. Through clients and coworkers, I’ve learned tha...

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Boston

I am committed to helping individuals overcome any barriers to optimum mental health and reaching their goals in treatment. I have...

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Brookline

Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle wit...

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Newton

I provide a nurturing, safe, and judgment-free environment to all clients....

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Leominster

I work to provide clients with a space they feel comfortable exploring themselves in that is free of judgement....

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Framingham

Transitions, losses, feelings of being stuck, and many other surprises find us on life's journey....

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Lexington

As both a therapist and yoga teacher, I recognize the substantial impact an individual's childhood, environment, relationships, an...

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Boston

I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working t...

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Lexington

As a queer-identified woman and first generation immigrant, I empathize with the experiences of those processing complex and nuanc...

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Cambridge

I am passionate about assisting client's identify their goals and achieve them by promoting a positive outlook and providing an ex...

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Somerville

I enjoy helping others learn how to better cope with anxiety and life stressors....

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Cambridge

The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud...

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Attleboro

As a bicultural and trilingual woman and mother, I understand issues of culture and ethnicity, as well as parenting....

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Boston

As a lesbian-identified woman of color, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration....

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Boston

As a DBT-Trained clinician, I understand that sometimes individuals just need someone to walk the path of life with while figuring...

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Lexington

Pinelopi Dovinos is a psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Certification in Gender and sexuality (queer stu...

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Worcester

The core values that guide our work together will be rooted in empathic understanding, validation, and the creative use of evidenc...

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Quincy

I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, and I work to tailor treatment approaches to meet individual needs ...

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Worcester

As a dedicated Clinician, I am here to help overwhelming feelings not to detour us from our true authentic selves....

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Brookline

As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have b...

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Lexington

Starting therapy can often be a daunting task; my goal is to provide a comfortable and supportive therapeutic environment in which...

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Boston

As a gay cisgender bicultural man of color, I understand the unique challenges of identity exploration and intersectionality....

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Westborough

As a woman, wife, mother, and daughter of aging parents, I understand the challenges associated with major life transitions as wel...

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Boston

As a psycho-dynamically trained therapist, Raef believes relationship building is the root of all lasting change. His goal in ther...

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Cambridge

I love helping individuals become the greatest versions of themselves....

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Cambridge

Jennifer Royster is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has experience working with diverse populations acro...

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Boston

Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethn...

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Lexington

Like you, I hold many identities (i.e. queer, neurodivergent, female, etc) and I recognize that each of your unique identities is ...

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Worcester

Being a black woman, I have a unique perspective as a therapist, and hope to normalize therapy for clients black and people of col...

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Salem

As an experienced individual and family therapist, I respect and recognize the vulnerability and the strength of taking that first...

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Quincy

I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. ...

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Starting Psychotherapy in Amherst

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a mental health service directed at treating assorted mental health conditions and disorders. The goal of this treatment is to improve a client’s daily functioning, ability to manage symptoms, and overall life satisfaction.

How does psychotherapy work?

Psychotherapy works by employing a variety of therapeutic approaches, depending on a client’s symptoms and concerns, in an effort to adjust perspectives, change behaviors, mitigate mental health symptoms, and address any other goals established by the client and therapist. Making these adjustments will usually involve talking about one’s past experiences, emotional introspection, making connections between emotions and behaviors, and many other practices.

Is psychotherapy conducted in person or online?

Psychotherapy at Thriveworks in Amherst, MA is conducted both in person and virtually via online counseling. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does psychotherapy last?

Thriveworks Amherst psychotherapy is highly individualized, and its duration will be dependent on the goals, condition, symptoms, and overall needs of the client. Some may only require a month or two of treatment before deciding that their therapy journey is complete, while others might spend years receiving treatment.

Need more help deciding?

The Benefits of Psychotherapy – Thriveworks Amherst, MA  

Therapy, such as that offered at Thriveworks Amherst, can be very effective. Scientifically conducted research consistently demonstrated the value of psychotherapy and mental health counseling. Even brief therapy can be very effective treatment for common mental health problems. Effective psychotherapy and mental health counseling have repeatedly shown to result in happier and healthier lives for those who participate in it. If you think you could benefit from talking to a psychologist, reach out to Thriveworks Amherst, MA today.

 Effectiveness of Psychotherapy  

There is hope for those suffering from a mental health disorder. Over 3,000 scientific studies and 300 summaries of studies have found that psychological therapies consistently result in effective and positive outcomes. They also show that psychotherapy is effective across all ages, from children to adults to the elderly, and across settings ranging from independent practices to community centers to day programs at hospitals.

Psychotherapy is clearly effective treatment for various people in a wide range of settings. It can help with a range of challenges including:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Substance abuse
  • Grief
  • Trauma
  • Relationship Issues
  • So much more

Client Satisfaction and Psychotherapy

Studies consistently find that most people prefer psychotherapy over taking medications. There is less likely to be negative or harmful results from psychotherapy where every medication has its side effects that must be monitored. Also, when a client chooses a therapeutic method that fits his or her needs or preferences, there is a higher probability of a positive outcome.

To summarize, there is overwhelming evidence that has come from scientifically conducted research that the value of psychotherapy, even brief therapy, as an effective treatment for common mental health problems is well established and more often than not results in happier and healthier lives for people who participate in it.

Schedule a Session at Thriveworks Amherst  

Given the overwhelming evidence of the effectiveness and benefits of psychological therapy, it seems clear that a therapist at Thriveworks Amherst can help you cope with whatever problem or issue that you may be struggling with. Thriveworks Amherst offers appointments at various times and days so that you may schedule an appointment at a time that works for you.  There’s never a waiting list and many new clients can meet with their provider within the same week as scheduling. Plus, since Thriveworks Amherst accepts most major insurance plans, getting the help you need can be more affordable than you thought.

Our therapists are all trained, licensed, and have years of experience treating people who eventually reduce, and sometimes eliminate, the symptoms of mental health conditions that have persistently troubled them for some time. So, take the first step toward healing by scheduling an appointment with a therapist at Thriveworks Amherst now by calling 413-634-4805.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Amherst accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Self-pay costs at Amherst
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst is located in the same building as Yoga Center Amherst and Mexcalito Taco Bar. We are right by the intersection of Kellogg Ave and Boltwood Walk, and nearby is the intersection of Kellogg Ave and N Pleasant Street. Near this intersection is Build Yoga and Wellness, The Halal Cart, Richard’s Coin Exchange, and a US Post Office.

Phone number

(413) 340-5164

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • English
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