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Quincy

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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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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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Salem

As an individual who has worked with a wide variety of individuals from all backgrounds, I have come to understand the importance ...

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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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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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Newton

I believe one of the most important things I can do as your therapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows ...

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Boston

As a compassionate and culturally conscious psychotherapist with over 8 years of experience, I specialize in addressing a wide ran...

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Cambridge

As a certified DBT clinician (C-DBT) with 16 years of post-graduate experience, I help clients develop skills in mindfulness, dist...

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Framingham

I'm a warm, deeply present therapist who specializes in helping people through their darkest moments with compassion, grounded gui...

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Boston

As a queer-identified woman, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration and life stressors....

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Framingham

As a counselor, I create healing-centered spaces grounded in compassion, cultural understanding, and community care, drawing from ...

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Worcester

As one who has experience in providing trauma-informed care, I have an in-depth understanding of how we are affected by traumatic ...

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Worcester

As someone who has worked in the mental health field for over a decade, I am dedicated to providing a holistic approach that promo...

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Salem

As a person of color, I understand the importance of feeling seen, heard, and culturally understood in therapy, and I am committed...

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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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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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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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Boston

I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW)....

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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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Salem

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

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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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Quincy

With years of experience supporting people through their most challenging times, I offer a calm, grounding presence. My commitment...

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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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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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Cambridge

I desire to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no story sanitation and no respectability performances—because...

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Cambridge

As a bi-cultural Black woman, I am committed to providing intentional and culturally responsive work....

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Leominster

I create a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and supported, drawing from my professional experience an...

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Cambridge

Engaging in therapy is an act of courage and self-love. As a therapist I am committed to helping my clients build on this momentum...

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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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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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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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Brookline

As individuals, our lived experiences and perspectives are inherently unique to us....

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Boston

I have been providing therapy for individuals and couples since 2006....

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Cambridge

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to your success in therapy, where you ca...

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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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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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Worcester

Finding clarity is not about knowing all the answers, but learning to trust the quiet voice guiding you home....

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Salem

I approach therapy with warmth, curiosity, and collaboration through a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens, supporting ...

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Worcester

I believe that healing is possible no matter how hard your life experiences have been, and I’m honored to serve you on that journe...

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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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Newton

As a clinician, I understand that building therapeutic rapport is an essential step in addressing your mental health needs and hel...

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Watertown

As a wife and mother of a biracial family, I recognize the challenges that exist in this world. My personal experiences allow me t...

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Somerville

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

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Framingham

Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults...

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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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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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Worcester

Through my warm and authentic approach, my goal is to create a space that feels safe and supportive enough to result in positive c...

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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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Leominster

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

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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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Quincy

I’ve always been drawn to hearing people’s stories and learning about their perspectives. As a therapist, I focus on creating a ca...

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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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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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Watertown

I am so glad you've taken this brave step towards seeking support, and I am here to listen and work with you to navigate whatever ...

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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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Quincy

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

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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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Quincy

As a bilingual clinician with both professional expertise and personal experience navigating transitions in life, I provide eviden...

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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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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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Salem

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

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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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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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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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Newton

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

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Leominster

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

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Leominster

As a South Asian immigrant and female therapist, I deeply understand the unique challenges and pervasive impacts of racial and gen...

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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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Cambridge

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

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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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Cambridge

As a person-centered clinician with a multicultural background, I focus on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space for individuals wo...

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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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Westborough

I am an open minded and flexible clinician who doesn't back down from a challenge....

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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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Attleboro

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

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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’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of mental health settings, from substance abuse treatment facilities to crisis s...

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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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Attleboro

Navigating life struggles can be challenging in ways it can feel too overwhelming. I am here to guide you through overcoming those...

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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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Boston

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

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Cambridge

I strive to offer a steady place where people can slow down, reflect, and move forward....

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Westborough

I strive to create a non-judgemental and compassionate therapeutic relationship to help you navigate through life’s challenges....

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Boston

My favorite part of my job is being a soft landing space and a person on your team, rooting for your success every step of the way...

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Cambridge

I bring a calm, grounded presence and a deep respect for each person’s unique story—shaped by years of working through the mind-bo...

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Boston

As a passionate clinician, navigating the challenging experience of life, I look forward to meeting with you as we embark on a jou...

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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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Cambridge

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

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Cambridge

As a USAF veteran and psychotherapist, I bring both compassion and resilience to our work together, and I'm here to walk beside yo...

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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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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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Framingham

As a biracial, multi-cultured woman, I understand the unique issues of people from varying cultures, backgrounds, classes, and env...

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Framingham

Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the A...

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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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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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Boston

I enjoy forming open and empathetic relationships with my clients and walking with them through their path to healing and actualiz...

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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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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

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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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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Worcester

As a Latina, I have overcome personal obstacles in my career, personal life and I understand the hardships of work/ life balance a...

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Salem

Stephen Medina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience providing care to children, adolescents,...

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Lexington

As an Asian American therapist, I bring a blend of cultural sensitivity and professional expertise to sessions, ensuring that your...

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Attleboro

As a second-generation Asian woman of color, I have the insight and compassion of feeling different and empowering self-esteem to ...

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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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Leominster

I am an empathetic counselor who values rapport as the most important aspect of the counseling experience....

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Attleboro

Healing is not for the faint of heart, but a winding road rather than a destination....

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Westborough

I'll help you process, organize, and clarify your values and priorities to make choices and decisions that will help you accomplis...

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Salem

As a therapist, wife, mother, and professional, I understand the complexities of balancing multiple roles and am committed to help...

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Newton

I want to help you recognize your strengths and make healthy choices to enhance your sense of life satisfaction and fulfillment....

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Cambridge

As a Dialectical Behavior Therapist, I believe people have the ability to learn from, resolve, and ultimately thrive in response t...

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Leominster

I work with people to help them build on strengths, meet their goals, learn, change and grow, and live happy, meaningful, and succ...

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Newton

I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment so that every client can have a place to feel accepted, respected, and...

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Brookline

As someone who has lived and trained across cultures I understand how complex our stories can be. I offer a space to explore deepe...

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Starting EMDR therapy in Amherst

What is EMDR therapy and how does it work?

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on assisting individuals in processing traumatic memories, diminishing their emotional intensity, and facilitating the integration of the traumatic experience into their past, enabling them to progress in their lives. This process follows four steps: history-taking, preparing the client, assessing the target memory, and processing the memory and finding an adaptive resolution. After this, Thriveworks EMDR therapists in Amherst will continue to help individuals process the memory and evaluate the results of the treatment to ensure its effectiveness.

Who could benefit from EMDR?

EMDR is primarily employed to aid individuals who have endured trauma, including those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and who have experienced other distressing life events.

Who should not do EMDR?

EMDR therapy is generally less suitable for individuals currently experiencing acute trauma or those who have not yet acquired fundamental coping and distress tolerance skills. To engage in EMDR therapy effectively, one must possess a certain degree of distress tolerance.

What is the success rate of EMDR therapy?

EMDR tends to be very effective in relieving the negative symptoms associated with trauma. In a study performed by Francine Shapiro called The Role of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Medicine: Addressing the Psychological and Physical Symptoms Stemming from Adverse Life Experiences (2014), results showed that after just three EMDR sessions, 84% of participants reported a remission of PTSD diagnosis. EMDR will often have a higher success rate for survivors of a single traumatic event than for those who have experienced repeated or multiple instances of trauma when EMDR is performed for the same amount of time. This is due to the increased intensity of the trauma and the need to process multiple events.

How much does EMDR therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Is EMDR therapy conducted in person or online?

If you’re looking for EMDR therapists in Amherst, MA, you’re in luck. EMDR therapy at Thriveworks can be conducted both in person at one of our many offices around the U.S. and online via remote video conferencing. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many sessions is EMDR usually?

Generally, EMDR is a shorter-term therapy, typically encompassing multiple sessions. While some individuals may make substantial progress within just a few sessions, others may opt for an extended treatment period, particularly if dealing with complex or severe trauma or conditions.

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 29 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • 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

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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.
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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

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